Favorite song? “Murder in the City” (2009) and “February Seven” (2012) by The Avett Brothers I confess that I am musically quite ignorant, but while I make dinner I often end up listening to The Avett Brothers. Many of their songs are stories, and very personal and sincere ones. “Murder in the City” and “February Seven” are probably my favorites....
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Aria, concerto winners reflect on their journeys
The winners of Hillsdale College’s 2024 Annual Student Aria and Concerto competitions described a year-long process of practice before their success on Jan. 28. Sophomore Elena Bull, junior Paul Sri, and seniors Janae Israel, Marie-Therese Romanos, and Emiliya Smyk won the chance to perform their piece with the Hillsdale College orchestra. Sophomore Zachary Rinas earned an honorable mention for his...

‘Mean Girls’ tries to justify the American experiment to audience
The 2024 musical remake of “Mean Girls”4 uses the setting of the modern American highschool to toy with the same ideas as America’s Founding Fathers. As far as the plot goes, if you liked “Mean Girls” (2004), then “Mean Girls” (2024) is for you. It’s basically the same movie but as a musical, with a different cast, adapted to fit...

Men of Hillsdale Agree: fashion, masculinity are compatible
Men can cultivate their style to reflect their goals, interests, and masculinity, some Hillsdale men say. Senior Caleb Holm said masculinity does not come from the way one dresses. “If you’re a man like you are, divinely and innately masculine,” Holm said. “You don’t need to become a man if you already are one.” Holm said true masculinity comes from...
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