When did you begin to develop an appreciation for the arts and literature? In high school I really started enjoying literature. I remember especially liking Henry David Thoreau’s “Walden.” That was a work that really drew me into literature. Was there a specific moment you realized you wanted to dedicate your time to studying it?...
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Marvel’s newest is nothing wonderful, but it’s worth the watch
Bad Buddy accepting a Grammy. Courtesy | Variety “Wonder Man” is a hidden gem. Even with some plot frustrations, Marvel Spotlight’s latest show streaming on Disney+ is worth the watch. Recent productions from Marvel set the bar incredibly low. Critics predicted “Wonder Man” would be a drawn out show about nothing; a half-hearted cash grab...
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‘The girls deserve better’: Up your dating game this Valentine’s Day
We asked a group of seniors and faculty where to take your date on Valentine’s Day. Put down “The Odyssey,” and find you Penelope. Q. What are the best coffee (first) date, dinner date, and activity date in Hillsdale? If You really want to impress her, take her to the bowling alley. She won’t expect...
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Hillsdale in Versailles: Who was the belle of the ball?
Senior Erik Teder was a mirror for President’s Ball. Courtesy | Gabe Beckwith While some men chose their cleanest dress shirt and most recently ironed suit as their outfit for a Versailles-themed President’s Ball Feb. 7, senior Erik Teder chose to be a mirror. “I wanted to do something related to the architecture or history...
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Less politics, more music: We should keep ‘ICE out’ of the Grammys
Politics was more important than music during the 2026 Grammys. Anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement sentiment suffocated the atmosphere of celebrating the hard work and talent of today’s musicians. Every person has the right to free speech and to express his beliefs, but using a platform to alienate people with differing beliefs will not cultivate a...