After Betty Cooper greeted the audience at the 75th anniversary jubilee of her town, she asked: “But what is Riverdale? It’s the people, right?” “Riverdale,” the TV drama inspired by the iconic characters from Archie Comics, takes a dark look at small-town America, perverting the nostalgic perfection as it is often stereotyped. The show will...
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Procrastination elimination: how to have a more productive semester
Few will admit it, but we all do it: procrastinate. It begins so innocently. “I’ll only watch one episode,” you say to yourself. One episode turns into another, and then another, until you look at the clock, realize that it’s 2 a.m., and remember that you have a 4-page paper due tomorrow that you...
The best animals of the Hillsdale County Fair
French fries, Ferris wheels, and freak shows — the Most Popular Fair On Earth never disappoints, but last week, tents upon tents of animals took the fair from, well, fair to fantastic. Here are eight of the cutest creatures who just left Hillsdale Saturday. 1. Fluffiest fluff ball This little guy’s fleece isn’t quite as...
Students get ready to Mock Rock
Homecoming week at Hillsdale College is jam-packed with activities. None are more anticipated than Mock Rock. A staple of Hillsdale homecoming week, Mock Rock boasts high energy, stunt-filled dances that bring dorm rivalries to a head. On Saturday, Sept. 30, students will fill the Roche Sports Complex to both compete in and watch the...
Seven essential apps for students
For the busy student, mobile applications that organize every aspect of college can be lifesavers. Here are 7 free apps that can help relieve stress and keep students sane by tracking campus events, budgets, sleep schedules, notes, and homework. Ellucian GO Ellucian GO is a very helpful app for managing life at Hillsdale. It connects...