In 1989, the world bore witness the Tiananmen Square protests striking a sudden spark of democracy’s flame in China. But all too soon it was snuffed out by the brutality of the Communist Party of China; the death tolls soaring into the thousands. The world stood pat that day and did nothing. Yet in one...
We’re moving away from the two-state solution, and that’s a good thing
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the United States will no longer view Israeli settlements on the West Bank as a violation of international law. Those who oppose this policy change cite international law and working toward a two-state solution as reasons why this was a poor choice. The first objection is a straw man....
Penny and the Mandimes wins the night
Penny and the Mandimes emerged victorious from music fraternity Phi Mu Alpha’s annual fundraiser “Battle of the Bands” last week. The event, which took place at 55 Below on Nov. 23, also featured student bands Cat Stevens Conversion, Johnny Cole Murdock, The 72, Rodger Scotch and the Highballs, and Great White North. Claire Calvert,...
Tower Dancers replace mini Nutcracker with showcase
Rather than performing their annual mini Nutcracker, the Tower Dancers have put together a showcase concert this December featuring themes of fantasy, nostalgia, and human connection, and a decorative holiday dance. On Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. the Towers Dancers will perform their first annual showcase concert with special guests from Jodie Randolph Dance...
Jon, Lindsey Church join Hillsdale faculty
Remaining at Hillsdale College did not fit into Jonathan and Lindsey Churches’ ’17 original plans of teaching, getting master’s degrees, and going to law school. However, the couple have stayed on staff to help run the Mock Trial team at Hillsdale College ever since graduating three years ago. “In a way, I never left,” Jonathan...