The most robust quantum theory can’t explain dark matter. Courtesy | Twitter Physicists cannot explain why we are not black holes, according to Assistant Professor of Physics Nathan Herring. Physicists are developing theories of the universe which combine all the fundamental principles of physics, according to Herring in a Nov. 2 speech called “Physics at...
Year: 2023
Musicians, comedians perform at Chi O Coffeehouse
Women’s sorority Chi Omega hosted student musicians and comedians at its annual Chi O Coffeehouse fundraiser Nov. 3. The sorority’s second philanthropy event of the fall semester raised money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation Michigan, an organization that grants wishes to terminally ill children in the state of Michigan. The fundraiser always has high student participation...
A Professor’s Opinion: Surviving winter
What is your best tip for surviving a Michigan winter? Jonathon Gregg, Education: “Grow up in Minnesota… At most you’ll need a rain jacket for a Michigan winter.” Patrick Timmis, English: “Stay in the library and start your papers early.” Adam Carrington, Politics: “Find ways to get outside and during daytime so you aren’t always...
Christina Lambert joins English department
When Assistant Professor of English Christina Lambert, ’16 received an email about a job opening in the English department at Hillsdale, she had another two years to go before finishing her dissertation at Baylor University. But after receiving that email from Professor of History Richard Gamble, Lambert finished her dissertation in a year, defended her...
Celebrate Friendsgiving on campus this fall
Before heading home for Thanksgiving Break, dedicate some time to eat food and give thanks with and for your friends. “Friendsgiving,” a meal celebrated with friends in addition to or in place of the holiday, is as old as Thanksgiving itself. The first Thanksgiving was in part a celebration of friendship between the Pilgrims and...




