Hillsdale College Alumni Association

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

For this week's Hillsdale History Friday post, with the start of the college football season, the Chargers open at home against McKendree on Saturday, September 5. The program's earliest origins date back to Thanksgiving Day in 1892, when Hillsdale traveled to South Bend, Indiana, to play a fledgling Notre Dame football team. According to local newspaper accounts, Hillsdale battled the home team to an 8-8 tie. However, early Hillsdale records show a 14-12 victory over the Irish, while Notre Dame records a 10-10 tie. So what was the outcome? The debate rages...

09/02/2026

The Alumni Office is partnering with Parent Relations for a unique event on September 24 at the Detroit Marriott Troy. The Alumni & Parents Reception will feature Hillsdale College Associate Professor of Politics Dr. Khalil Habib.

Join fellow Chargers, current parents, parents emeriti, and College staff from 6-9 p.m. for cocktails and heavy appetizers before hearing Dr. Habib speak on "Classical Education and the Declaration of Independence." It’s an exclusive program you won’t want to miss! Register here: https://bit.ly/4cgwm4J

Alumni & Parents Reception

09/01/2026

Homecoming registration is open, and the Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet is again one of the marquee events of the weekend!

Celebrate the accomplishments of the Charger Induction Class of 2026: Bill Lundberg; Dave Dye; Larry Covey, '65; Danielle (Butler) Cole, '95; Scott Elwer, '97; Kyle Cooper '16. The banquet is on Friday, October 9, with the Tent Party to follow.

If you are wondering if this is the year to come back to Homecoming, the answer is yes!

Register here: https://bit.ly/3UCUAjj

Hall of Fame Banquet October 9

08/28/2026

For this week's Hillsdale History Friday, did you know you can access Hillsdale College history digitally? Our Digital Archive site has numerous collections of old articles, documents, photos, and more. You can find some of our yearbooks as well as past Collegians here: https://bit.ly/3SbPv0R.

08/27/2026

The Alumni National Tour is coming to Grand Rapids! Join your fellow Chargers and College Alumni staff at The Atrium at Uccello's from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, September 4, for an alumni reception and student panel. We look forward to meeting some of you and reconnecting with others. We will also hear from current students about campus life and share ways you can help cultivate the Hillsdale legacy in your area. Register here: https://bit.ly/4bJfJON

Join your fellow Chargers and College Alumni staff at The Atrium at Uccello's from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. for an alumni reception and student panel. We look forward to meeting some of you and reconnecting with others. We will also be hearing about campus lif...

08/26/2026

Meet Dr. Nicholas Rorick, '01, one of our 2026 Alumni Award recipients. Learn about his incredible journey and how he is improving the lives (and teeth) of people in his community. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4gfqLhp

This is "2026 Alumni Awards | Nick Rorick" by Hillsdale College on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

08/25/2026

Online registration for Homecoming is open! Join us on campus October 9-10 to reconnect with the College and your former classmates. The Hall of Fame Banquet kicks off the festivities on Friday, with the Tent Party to follow. On Saturday, tailgate reigns supreme, and then watch the Chargers take on Walsh at 2 p.m. in Muddy Waters Stadium. Register here: https://bit.ly/3UCUAjj

Hillsdale College Alumni and Friends are invited back for Homecoming Weekend! Let us know you're coming by registering for the many activities and events. NOTE: This page also includes registration for attending the Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet and pla...

08/21/2026

For this week's Hillsdale History Friday, we take a snapshot of tuition, room, and board for incoming freshmen in 1966-67. According to the College catalog, the total cost for the entire academic year was $2,190 for men and $2,150 for women. That included daily maid service and the $270 dining hall charge. There was also an additional $30 charge to receive the yearbook, Collegian, and admission to all home athletic events. Students could also rent the College organ for 50 cents an hour.

08/20/2026

Homecoming Weekend is approaching fast, and we have another fantastic event slate! The annual Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet is on October 9, followed by the Tent Party. On Saturday, tailgating is on tap along with many activities and events, including the 2 p.m. home football game. Come back to the 'Dale October 9-10! Register here: https://bit.ly/3UCUAjj

Hillsdale College Alumni and Friends are invited back for Homecoming Weekend! Let us know you're coming by registering for the many activities and events. NOTE: This page also includes registration for attending the Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet and pla...