A Western-themed prom for young adults with special needs, called “A Hootenanny Shindig,” will feature a live band, line dance lessons, and snacks in the Hoynak Room April 12 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The event will be hosted by the Great Opportunities for Assistance and Leadership Special Education Assistance in collaboration with the Honky Tonk Club. ...
Author: Faith Miller (Faith Miller)
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Hillsdale County restarts program to aid veterans
Hillsdale County has restarted a program to counsel veterans who have committed crimes, following a funding lapse from the state. The veterans probation track, which is led by Army veteran and occupational therapist Don Michael, helps connect veterans and find benefits, including healthcare and disability compensation. The program also offers the Veteran Justice Coordination Group,...
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‘Royalty among us’: Hillsdale’s resident Reagan speechwriter
Ronald Reagan gives the 1988 State of the Union Address, which Clark Judge helped write. Courtesy | National Archives The day his son was born, Clark Judge wrote a speech for President Ronald Reagan, finishing it just before stepping into the delivery room to be with his wife, Margo. “I had the table over here,...
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1 in 7 Hillsdale grads work in education
English and history majors are the most likely About 14% of Hillsdale graduates have started their careers in education since 2016, according to a report by Career Services, and most of these roughly 500 alumni have gone into classical education. “Hillsdale College is incredibly highly respected within the world of classical education, and so it’s...
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President’s ball aims to bring France to Hillsdale students
Students can transport themselves to France this weekend at the Versailles-themed President’s Ball, hosted by the Student Activities Board, Feb. 7 from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. in the Searle Center. Swing dancing begins at 8:30 p.m. Sugar cookies, cheesecake bites, charcuterie cups, and mocktails will be served. This year’s President’s Ball will feature the...