“What we call philosophy of mind has to do with a set of issues that have been with us since the start of the enlightenment,” Professor of Philosophy Jim Stephens said. “When René Descartes said, ‘I think therefore I am,’ it contained a whole new way of looking at the mind.” This semester, Stephens teaches...
Phillips Auditorium, Wiegand Computer Lab closed for construction
Students returning to campus for the Fall 2018 semester found more than just a torn-up quad. The Phillips Auditorium is currently out of commission as it undergoes a complete transformation. Renovations to the space will include more seating, better acoustics, and a modernized aesthetic. Construction is expected to conclude by September 2019. While the project...
Chargers overcome Cedarville, remain perfect in conference
“Somebody check that ball for splinters,” announcer Dave Sharpley exclaimed after a particularly impressive kill from the Charger side of the net in their game against Cedarville. Tuesday night was a big night offensively for Hillsdale, three Chargers notched double digit kills and two achieved career highs. Sophomore setter Lindsey Mertz and senior right side...
Office Hours: The Hard Lesson of 9/11: What students can learn, 17 years later
Editor’s note: The following is a transcript of Dr. Jennings’ remarks delivered at Hillsdale College’s 9/11 memorial service. Tuesday, September 11, 2001, was just another workaday morning. On the East Coast, it was an especially beautiful, bright and sunny day. But it became—suddenly, unexpectedly—the darkest day of our generation. At 8:46: AA Flight 11 crashed...
Zesty Zingerman’s provides life-enriching food
Observant students and faculty might have noticed the new Zingerman’s chocolate candies for sale alongside the other candy bars at A.J.’s Cafe, but Hillsdale has served Zingerman’s coffee to students for a few years. “This will be our fifth year partnering with Zingerman’s for coffee,” A.J.’s Lead Supervisor Lisa Beasley said. Just about 70...




