Students in the documentary filmmaking course premiered “Lived Conservatism: Russell Kirk’s Example for a New Generation” Tuesday night. The documentary covers the life of prominent conservative thinker Russell Kirk and his affiliation with Hillsdale College. At the end of the documentary, junior Gemma Flores — the film’s narrator — revealed herself as Kirk’s granddaughter. “It...
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Violence central to leftist ideology, professors say
Political violence is a central part of leftist ideology, Hillsdale politics professors said in a panel discussion hosted by Pi Sigma Alpha, the politics honorary, Nov. 17. Professor of Politics Kevin Portteus pointed to a YouGov poll taken right after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. “Twenty-five percent of self identified, very liberal people...
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Olds freshmen achieve flag football ‘greatness’
The Olds Residence intramural flag football team celebrated its championship winning season Nov. 12, with brownies, ice cream, and awards in the dormitory’s lobby. The party, organized by captain, sophomore, and Olds resident assistant Pia Chapello, commemorated a 7-1 season. “The girls’ ability to enthusiastically approach a new sport speaks to the culture of Olds....
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Students Party like Jane Austen at the Annual Regency Ball
Students practiced traditional European dances, drank punch, and snacked on Victorian-era sweets at the Cravats and Bluestockings Regency Ball last Saturday. The dance was themed around the children’s show “Over the Garden Wall,” which combined nostalgia with autumnal themes, according to Cravats and Bluestockings president, junior Madeleine Choe. Attendees participated in English country dances...
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College announces new campus additions
A mockup of the North addition to Central Hall. Courtesy | Richard Péwé One of the planned projects will expand Central Hall Hillsdale College will build a new visitor center and an extension to Central Hall, President Larry Arnn announced at convocation Nov. 13. Other plans feature a memorial arch and updates to the facade...