Known as the “grandfather” of the theater department, Dave Griffiths has had a key role in every play at Hillsdale College for decades. Griffiths has worked as Hillsdale’s technical director and scenic designer since 1974, making him one of the longest serving faculty members at the college. In fact, he has lived in the same...
Although there is a Chargers Club to fundraise for sports teams, Charger teams continue their own annual fundraisers as well as participating in creative, new fundraisers. One new fundraiser this year is the men and women’s track and field teams’ upcoming Valentine’s Day dinner on Saturday, Feb. 16. Tickets to attend the dinner cost $50...
Opening a pet shop made sense to John Hatfield. He started collecting fish when he was 10-years-old and has had an aquarium ever since. He managed the last pet shop in Hillsdale that went out of business a few years ago, and there have been no other pet shops in town since then. His friend,...
With five career All-American titles and the school record for indoor and outdoor pole vault, senior Kayla Caldwell goes into this track and field season aiming to break the NCAA DII record for pole vaulting. After leaving Hillsdale, Caldwell will continue pole vaulting with hopes of competing in Rio at the 2016 Olympic Games. ...
Warm lighting, high-backed booths, drinks served in Coca-Cola cups, and a vintage counter lined with stools all give the Palace Cafe the old-fashioned feel of a classic American diner. The cafe on Howell Street has been in the Hillsdale community since the 1800’s. It has seen different owners, names, menus, and even different generations, but...