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‘Divine Reflexivity’ redefines the gods
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‘Divine Reflexivity’ redefines the gods

Mark McClay is a professor of classics. Courtesy | Hillsdale   The Greek gods Dionysus and Hera embody the roles of worshiper and worshiped in a theological framework, said Mark McClay, professor of classics, in a lecture Nov. 14. McClay’s research, drawing inspiration from the work of scholar Kimberly Patton, challenges the conventional divide between...

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Machines can’t replicate human creativity, director of Canterbury Institute says

While machines have rapidly advanced in simulating human behavior and performing complex tasks, they lack the depth of moral and existential awareness that defines human existence, said Dominic Burbidge in a Nov. 8 lecture in Lane Hall. “Ironically, our very fear of AI control highlights what sets us apart from it,” Burbidge said. “Ultimately, this...

Women learn self-defense
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Women learn self-defense

Hillsdale College’s women’s self-defense course prepares women to handle real-world threats through a blend of martial arts styles such as Taekwondo and Krav Maga, according to Becky Waters, lecturer in sports studies. “I wanted to help the community girls learn how to defend themselves no matter what. However they are attacked or thrown to the...

Arnn in attendance as rugby dominates in 44-0 win
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Arnn in attendance as rugby dominates in 44-0 win

Junior Judah Newsom takes on a University of Southern Indiana opponent. Courtesy | Joseph Frates Hillsdale College Club Rugby stormed the field in a crushing 44-0 victory over the University of Southern Indiana this past weekend.  Hillsdale College President Larry Arnn, who arrived halfway through the game, spoke about the team’s performance and the long-standing...

Rugby starts spring season with trip to Ohio
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Rugby starts spring season with trip to Ohio

After winning the Men’s National Collegiate Rugby Midwest Small College Championship 62-12 in their first semester in the league, the Hillsdale College Club Rugby team is back in the full swing of things in the Allegheny Rugby Union. In a recent friendly tournament at John Carroll, Hillsdale encountered challenges with several new players and some...