“You’re going to hear us give a talk, but you’re also going to hear something individually and very unique because the Holy Spirit is going to speak to each one of you.” This is how Sister Miriam James Heidland began the evening as dozens of students, faculty, and Hillsdale residents piled into the formal lounge...
College implements event approval process to avoid pandemic cancellations
While relaxing many of its former COVID-19 procedures this semester, the Deans’ Office and Student Activities Board have implemented a new precaution. In an email sent last week, SAB asked that “all student organizations and residence halls . . . submit an event proposal for review and approval before hosting events.” The new policy asks...
‘1776 Commission’ releases patriotic education report, Biden rescinds on first day in office
Just three days after the 1776 Commission released its report on “patriotic education,” President Joe Biden has dissolved the committee, according to the Hill. Established last year by former President Donald Trump, the panel was chaired by Hillsdale College President Larry Arnn. Its executive director was Hillsdale in D.C. Vice President Matthew Spalding. “The 1776...
Actor Tim Allen named 2021 commencement speaker
Hillsdale’s 169th commencement speaker is none other than comedian Tim Allen. Provost Chris VanOrman announced the decision in an email on Jan. 14, after President Larry Arnn hinted at the choice at the first annual senior class Legacy Board dinner the previous evening. “We are pleased to announce that Tim Allen will address the class...
Ian Church receives Templeton grant
The Templeton Foundation has offered Assistant Professor of Philosophy Ian Church a grant totaling just under $2.5 million to fund a three-year project titled “ Launching Experimental Philosophy of Religion.” “I believe this is the biggest research grant the college has ever seen,” Church said. “I don’t think it’s unreasonable to think that this project...




