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GOAL program hosts blood drive competition
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GOAL program hosts blood drive competition

The GOAL Community Health program hosted the Battle for the Benjamin blood drive competition on Monday, collecting 52 units of blood from 70 patients.  McIntyre Residence won the dorm competition and freshman Jonah Starr won the drawing for $100, said sophomore Hinson Peed, director of the GOAL Community Health Program. Monday’s blood drive was a...

SAB auction raises thousands for hurricane relief
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SAB auction raises thousands for hurricane relief

  A silent auction on campus last week raised $4,046 for hurricane relief efforts through bids on gift baskets, apparel, memorabilia, and other items. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors bid on items donated by members of the college and the local community. All proceeds went directly toward benefitting families and communities hit by the...

Silent auction supports storm relief
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Silent auction supports storm relief

  The Student Activities Board is organizing a hurricane relief silent auction, adding an element of philanthropy to the spirit and fun of homecoming weekend. This two-day event will take place Thursday and Friday and will raise funds for hurricane relief in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. The event will take place...

Delts seek to increase blood donations
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Delts seek to increase blood donations

Hillsdale College’s blood drives have underperformed in recent years, hardly bringing in enough donors to justify the American Red Cross’ visit. A new initiative from Delta Tau Delta and Chi Omega is looking to change that. The campaign is the brainchild of DTD Vice President senior James Young, who said he is hoping to harness...