What do a MAGA hat, a Soviet fur cap, an autographed Andrew Cuomo poster, and a Ben Shapiro mug have in common? You might say bad taste, incomprehensible political opinions, or insufferable nerdiness. And you might be right, because those are just a sample of my roommate’s bizarre dorm room decor. Bizarre decor, however, is...
For weeks we faced it. Heart-shaped candy in every storefront. Roses at every table. Red clothing as far as the eye can see. For some, this is a welcome sign of Valentine’s Day. For others, this is a trigger for what experts refer to as Singleness-Affective Disorder. If you are like most Americans, you’ve probably...
Edward Maki-Schramm and Chris McCourry met more than 25 years ago at the University of Michigan. Last Friday, they relived the old days and brought an audience Mussorgsky’s celebrated “Pictures at an Exhibition.” In the faculty recital, McCourry, director of jazz ensembles, collaborated with Brad Blackham, director of keyboard studies, Emily Douglass, artist-teacher of voice,...
This Friday at 8 p.m. Christ Chapel will be hosting a crossover of musical instruments and styles, featuring Hillsdale faculty members Brad Blackham, Chris McCourry, Emily Douglass, and guest musician Edward Maki-Schramm. Brad Blackham, director of keyboard studies, will be playing piano in the recital. Blackham said he loves the opportunities he has at Hillsdale...
This Monday, colleges across the country will celebrate American workers by designating Labor Day a school holiday—Hillsdale will not. Designating Labor Day as a school holiday would increase students’ appreciation not only of the actual holiday but the staff of Hillsdale as well. Labor Day dates back to the 19th century, a time of poor...