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Last win before conference
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Last win before conference

Last weekend, the Hillsdale College swimming team traveled to Greencastle, Indiana, to compete in the final meet before the G-MAC championship. The Chargers beat both DePauw and Butler Universities in the two-day invitational. Freshman Caroline Holmes won the 200 IM in 2:10.09, and split a lifetime best time in the B-relay of the 200 freestyle...

Students plan new spring break mission trip after Intervarsity cancels program
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Students plan new spring break mission trip after Intervarsity cancels program

In response to Intervarsity Ministries canceling the annual spring break mission trip, six students have taken the initiative to lead their own mission trip to give students the same opportunity to serve the community and share the gospel.  Junior Stephen Whitney, one of the leaders of the initiative, said the mission trip has always been...

Students enjoy newly reopened restaurants
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Students enjoy newly reopened restaurants

Michigan restaurants reopened indoor dining on February 1 under revised conditions which include a 25% capacity limit and a 10 p.m. curfew. The reopening follows a nearly 3-month ban implemented by Gov. Whitmer to prevent the spread of COVID.  This partial return to regular indoor dining proved to be a delight for many Hillsdale students,...

Hillsdale wins 125-101 over Ashland Saturday
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Hillsdale wins 125-101 over Ashland Saturday

The Hillsdale College swimming team maintained an undefeated record last Saturday as half of the team traveled to Ashland University and won the dual meet 125-101. The distance swimmers performed well with Chargers taking first, second, and third in the 1650 yard freestyle. Sophomore Madison Pyhel captured first with a time of 18:15.20, sophomore Sarah...

Chargers break two pool records at away meet
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Chargers break two pool records at away meet

The Hillsdale College swimming team continued its winning streak last Saturday as half of the team traveled to Olivet College. The Chargers not only beat the Comets 148-70, but also broke two Olivet College pool records. The Chargers placed in every event, with swimmers winning first in numerous races. Freshman Amy Mills finished first in...