In this Quick Hits, George Allen, public services librarian, talks about books, travel, and his ideal day. What is your favorite novel? “The Black Arrow” by Robert Louis Stevenson — it’s always been my favorite novel. I think it’s the perfect novel. Stevenson is a great novelist because he packs so much flavor and weight...
Where’s the best coffee in Hillsdale? Christopher Busch, English: “My favorite coffee place is Jilly Beans for the great mochas, friendly staff, and sunny front windows. For takeout, it would be Biggby — all the same reasons, but the sunny windows are in my car, of course.” Brita Stoneman, Rhetoric and Media: “Not Jitters because...
Ring by spring, honeymoon baby, woman in the kitchen – Hillsdale students often toss around these joking phrases. While generally considered more religious and conservative, many Hillsdale women would not affirm these stereotypes, saying the issue is far more nuanced than often presented by other students. One of the most recent trends to stem from...
El Niño is affecting Michigan’s weather, causing leave to change colors later. Sophia Mandt | Collegian Southern Michigan’s fall leaves are predicted to change colors later than usual this fall. Last year, Hillsdale had almost full leaf drop by November 1, according to Jason Blake, director of the City of Hillsdale’s Department of Public Services....
Nature’s Creek Zoo is home to exotic animals like the Bengal cat, pictured here. Lauren Scott | Collegian After following a dirt road with signs pointing me toward Nature’s Creek Zoo, I arrived at a house that looked more fitting to be a farm than a petting zoo. Looking for a place to purchase tickets,...