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Hillsdale hosts Michigan Math Association meeting

Members of the Math Association of America gathered Friday and Saturday at Hillsdale College for the first time for the Michigan chapter’s annual meeting. Associate Professors of Mathematics David Gaebler and David Murphy, chair members of the Michigan MAA’s 2016 local arrangements committee, organized the event. The gathering drew 120 students and faculty from 17...

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Collegiate Scholars should change more

I enjoyed telling people I’m an “honors student.” There were few compliments greater than the looks of shock, awe, and disgust I received. They told me I “didn’t seem like that type of person.” Though amused, this “type” concerned me as both a member of the program and a student at Hillsdale College. So a...

Students seek funding for lacrosse club
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Students seek funding for lacrosse club

The fastest game on foot may be charging into Hillsdale this spring. A group of students is in the process of establishing a lacrosse club at Hillsdale College. Sophomore Peter O’Rourke said he plans to meet with the Student Federation before the semester ends. “Lacrosse is at a very interesting moment. I’d say it’s the...

Hillsdale students ‘outstanding’ at Elmhurst College Jazz Festival
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Hillsdale students ‘outstanding’ at Elmhurst College Jazz Festival

The Hillsdale College Big Band performed at the Elmhurst College Jazz Festival this past weekend for the first time in 20 years. Last Saturday, the group traveled to Elmhurst, Illinois, where they played with several other colleges. Director of Jazz Studies Chris McCourry, the band director, said Hillsdale was on par with other schools that...

Media franchises: less is more
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Media franchises: less is more

In 2005 I nearly sold my soul to the “Lego Star Wars” video game. That year over 30 million people fell victim to the seductive combination of Star Wars, building blocks, and electronics. This June, after the release of over 20 similar Lego games, consumers will have the chance to purchase “Lego Star Wars: The...