They say limitation breeds creativity, and as coronavirus cases continue to increase and more students are in quarantine as a result, they’re coming up with creative tactics to beat the boredom. From Park Place to Michindoah to even off-campus houses, quarantine has become more than just a 14-day isolation period. For many, it’s become a...
Hillsdale Spotify account brings students together, showcases original student music
What kind of music captures Hillsdale’s vibe? Though students may have differing ideas, they can help cultivate Spotify playlists that represent Hillsdale through a Marketing Department initiative. The Hillsdale Marketing Department puts together Spotify playlists to connect with the student body and represent student life on campus. Social Media Manager Gianna Green had the idea...
GOAL volunteers make art for nursing home residents
What started as an art night in the Student Union turned into a surprise delivery to cheer up elderly residents in the Hillsdale community. The “Adopt-a-Grandparent” GOAL program held an art night on Friday, Feb. 19 in the Student Union TV lounge. Junior Emily Brickey, who leads the GOAL program, brought the finished paintings to...
‘We still grew together:’ All music, dance, and theater performances cancelled
In the wake of state orders to cancel in-person learning the Hillsdale music department and the departments of theatre and dance will either cancel or postpone all end of the year performances. Choir, orchestra, and jazz concerts will be canceled for the remainder of the year as students are unable to rehearse due to the...
The anatomy of a Mock Rock routine
For the audience, Mock Rock is a treat. It’s an hour of high adrenaline flips, tumbles, and aerials all provided free of charge. But what does it take behind the scenes to choreograph such daring stunts? What makes a winning Mock Rock routine? Step one: plan in advance. Far in advance. “If we go from...