Hillsdale students grow bacteria in Petri dishes. Courtesy | Joseph Doherty More than a million people die each year from a bacterial strain that resists most forms of treatment. But Andrew Russell and his team of Hillsdale students may soon publish trailblazing research on how a compound in ginger can help to kill it. “The...
In this Quick Hits, Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy Allison Postell talks about commercial refrigerator painting, her love of Aristotle, and study tips. Allison is married to Joseph Postell (right), Associate Professor of Politics. What is the most unusual job you’ve ever worked? Painting the inside of commercial refrigerators. What’s your favorite part of being...
Photos from the past four decades capture the history of the Glory to God auto shop. Sarah Katherine Sisk | Collegian When Robert Shewman’s father started Glory to God Auto Repair in 1981, customers could pay whatever they felt “the Lord would have you pay.” Four decades later, while fixed prices have replaced the honor...
Students stand in line before a commencement ceremony. Courtesy | Hillsdale College Marketing Department Graduation in May is an exciting time for many seniors as they push through the grind of exams, enjoy events like the baccalaureate service and commencement, and prepare for more informal traditions such as the senior sidewalk painting. But for seniors...
Collin Barnes carrying a 50 pound bag of dog food. Courtesy | Collin Barnes In this Quick Hits, Chairman of Psychology Department Collin Barnes talks disc golf, diesel engines, and rock ‘n’ roll. What is an annoying thing students do? Nothing. They’re practically perfect in every way — except that business about saving tables in...