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Starting on Wednesday, November 1, Parkhurst Dining Service is re-inventing a popular tradition at the ’Berg. “Meals with Mentors” brings faculty and staff together with students to have a relaxed meal and connect beyond all of the work of everyday life. This renewed program will continue on Wednesdays during the school year, around dinner time in

Once a part of the Heidelberg family, always a part of the Heidelberg family – but after graduation, our Student Princes are now the hard-working and ever-learning leaders of a new community. In our new web series, we’re checking in with our recent grads about their Heidelberg journeys, and asking them Where HU Takes U. Maddy Crawford Maddy

Last week’s news that Heidelberg is the recipient of a $2.165 million Title III federal grant caught the attention of two regional TV stations, among other media outlets. Last Friday, Jon Monk from WTOL was at Heidelberg and Wednesday, J.D. Pooley from WTVG visited the campus for the first time. Both multimedia journalists conducted interviews of

On Tuesday morning, local middle school and high school students and Heidelberg students alike gathered to learn about modern instances of genocide, the horrors that it causes, and what is being done to combat ongoing genocides and prevent them in the future. The Lichtman-Behm Genocide Lecture Series gives an annual lecture by an expert or a

These five biochemistry majors – three current seniors and two ’23 grads – really do love chemistry. A project they were commissioned to do back in the 2021-22 school year has come to fruition and really demonstrates just how much they love it. Courtney Temple and Lauren Mussig, both ’23, and current seniors Kirsten Kracht, Crimson Stuckert and

One summer day, a Student Prince decided to go on a little adventure. “It won’t be long before I have a career,” the Prince said, “so I’d better start preparing now.” So with some ’Berg education under their hat, and some connections in their back pocket, the Student Prince began forging their way through an internship. We continue our web series

Crystal Kadakia served as this year’s 2nd HYPE Speaker. She has “been an adult for 16 years now,” and in those past 16 years, she has developed her passion for problem-solving and building bridges to become an expert in organizational change. Her talk for Heidelberg students this morning got them imagining and thinking about how they should

Heidelberg University has been awarded a $2.165 million, five-year grant from the Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP). With the grant funding, Heidelberg plans to create a unified cloud data warehouse that will provide valuable data to ultimately improve support and access for undergrad students and provide

When you throw a party, you never really know who will show up. Such was the case at Heidelberg Homecoming in 2019. The annual event that year also marked the 70th anniversary of Sigma Tau Nu Fraternity. Invitations went out and everyone hoped for a good turnout, the chance to reminisce and even meet new friends. It just so happened that Jack J

Homecoming 2023 has come and gone. After a week of events for current students, the feeling of Berg pride was palpable when Saturday morning arrived. Although it was cold and rainy, our campus was warm and vibrant as alumni reconnected with old friends and new students alike! Homecoming 2023 Photo Gallery

Once a part of the Heidelberg family, always a part of the Heidelberg family – but after graduation, our Student Princes are now the hard-working and ever-learning leaders of a new community. In our new web series, we’re checking in with our recent grads about their Heidelberg journeys, and asking them Where HU Takes U. Tyler Harp Tyler Harp grew

Heidelberg’s School of Business is always finding creative ways to teach students the importance of good communication in management. Associate Professor of Management Dr. Trish Berg is always on the lookout for ways to engage students with exercises that they can apply in their future work, and she found one she’s been utilizing for years. In her

Heidelberg’s School of Business will host an expert on authentic leadership for its upcoming Lessons in Leadership Series. The series is designed to bring outstanding organizational leaders from throughout the U.S. to Heidelberg’s campus to share their insights and experiences in leadership. The series launched in May 2022. Dan Owolabi, the

The faculty and students in Heidelberg’s Master of Arts in Counseling program are getting super SMARTT. MAC faculty members Dr. Robin DuFresne and Dr. Meagan McBride recently received word that a $990,000 grant they authored – Serving Marginalized Adolescents in Rural Towns Training, or SMARTT – has been fully funded for 2023-25 by the Health

It's Homecoming! This year, the Berg Events Council has chosen the theme “To ’Berg and Beyond” to connect the week of celebrations leading up to Saturday’s parade and games. Don’t worry, these space-themed events are free to all undergraduate students and have plenty of atmosphere! Monday, October 9 3:00 PM - Doug’s Wire Writing Legacy Patio Doug’s

One summer day, a Student Prince decided to go on a little adventure. “It won’t be long before I have a career,” the Prince said, “so I’d better start preparing now.” So with some ’Berg education under their hat, and some connections in their back pocket, the Student Prince began forging their way through an internship. We continue our web series

The German Stammtisch (shtahm-tish) happens every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Pfleiderer 102. The Stammtisch is a casual get-together with games, music, and informal conversation. It’s open to everyone: Students of all levels of German as well as others with an interest in German are invited to participate. It’s all about having fun, sharing culture

For the third year in a row, Heidelberg Athletics' Berg Days of Summer comprehensive fundraiser has surpassed its goal. While gifts continue to roll in from families, friends and alumni, the department has already raised more than $76,000. Started in 2021, the Berg Days of Summer is an annual, month-long effort to help each team raise funds for its

Jackson Helmholtz is thrilled to share their passion for genocide education with the campus and community through the Lichtman-Behm Lecture Series. Jackson is a third-year student set to graduate this spring. They hail from Dexter, Michigan, and are studying theatre with a concentration in acting here at Heidelberg. They have already directed

This semester, The Patricia Adams Lecture Series (PALS) at Heidelberg hosted Jenny Levy, legendary head coach of the University of North Carolina’s women’s lacrosse team, as its keynote speaker. Jenny has led her team to three national championships and was twice named the National Coach of the Year. In 2017, she was named the head coach for the

Once a part of the Heidelberg family, always a part of the Heidelberg family – but after graduation, our Student Princes are now the hard-working and ever-learning leaders of a new community. In our new web series, we’re checking in with our recent grads about their Heidelberg journeys, and asking them Where HU Takes U. Celia DeTray Celia DeTray

The world of podcasting has made its arrival to Heidelberg this year, and all students are more than welcome to come bring their own ideas to life! On Friday, September 29, at 2 p.m. in the GEM Center, Aaron Nelson, director of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, will be hosting an informational session about Heidelberg’s podcasting equipment and

Heidelberg University has climbed higher in U.S. News & World Report’s annual survey of “Best Value” colleges and universities in the Midwest region. In the rankings released Sept. 18, Heidelberg is listed at No. 27 – up from No. 48 a year ago – on the “Best Value” list. According to the magazine, placement on the “Best Value” list confirms that

On Tuesday, September 26, the Office of Student Accessibility Services and the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging hosted a 50th birthday party for the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 changed accessibility throughout the nation. Upon its passing, discrimination based on ability was banned in all programs that