The Mitchell Research Center in downtown Hillsdale contains a wealth of information inside a building that represents the lives and histories of many of Hillsdale’s citizens for the past 150 years. Charles T. Mitchell was born in 1817 in Montgomery County, New York. He received a limited education, and at the age of 21, he...
Author: Evan Brune (Evan Brune)
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Surprising diversity in “citadel of conservatism”
One-third of Hillsdale College faculty call themselves Republicans, a quarter call themselves Democrats, and a fifth call themselves politically independent, according to a survey conducted by The Collegian. “There is a considerable range of opinion amongst the faculty. There are plenty of liberals, ” said Paul Rahe, professor of history and a registered Republican since...
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Academy to host Turkey Trot
Hillsdale Academy’s annual Turkey Trot is being held at Hayden Park on Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. The Turkey Trot, a 5K run that benefits local charities, is hosted by Hillsdale Academy’s student-run National Honor Society. Local businesses are helping to sponsor the event. The run is open not only to students and staff of...
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New college faculty: continued
Along with the new crop of incoming freshmen, several new faces have made their way into Hillsdale College’s illustrious faculty. Seven professors, specializing in studies ranging from psychology and physics to English and history, have joined the ranks of those who seek to understand and convey certain truths, each in their own unique way. Professor...
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Alumnus donates rare book collection
On Friday, Oct. 26, the Mitchell Research Center opened up a new collection of books donated by Hillsdale College graduate John Pulver ’72. The collection of more than 5,000 books focuses on Michigan history and culture and includes books from 1812 to the present day. Pulver, a Hillsdale native, currently works as a purchasing agent...