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Oct 21, 2019

Heidelberg ranked among top schools in Ohio for jobs

Heidelberg University is among the top Ohio universities most likely to help its graduates land a job. The career website Zippia lists the Berg at No. 5 on its new list of Best Schools in Ohio for Jobs. To determine its rankings, Zippia used data from College Scorecard Data and IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education data System) to identify Ohio
Oct 21, 2019

Students present Irish novel research at national conference

Seven students from Dr. Barry Devine’s spring semester literature course, “Studies in the Irish Novel,” had an opportunity typically afforded to faculty and grad students when they participated in the Midwest Regional American Conference for Irish Studies Oct. 10-12. The students and their professor traveled to Creighton University in Omaha
Oct 21, 2019

Board extends Heidelberg president’s contract

The Heidelberg University Board of Trustees has announced that, in accordance with terms of President Robert H. Huntington’s 2019-2024 employment agreement, his contract has been extended an additional year. Board Chair Kathleen Tirbovich Geier made the announcement following the Board’s fall meetings Oct. 18-19. Huntington was given a rolling
Oct 21, 2019

Neura ties school record at Oberlin Inter-Regional Rumble

OBERLIN, Ohio -- A school-record performance by Austin Neura led the Heidelberg University to a 15th-place finish at the 39-team Oberlin Inter-Regional Rumble on Saturday. Heidelberg outperformed several regionally-ranked opponents. Neura finished third overall -- 9.6 seconds off the lead. His time of 24:45.6 essentially ties the Heidelberg 8K
Oct 18, 2019

Senior psych student living her dream in Australia

Jessica Burge had an opportunity to cross something off her bucket list when she decided to study abroad in Australia. Halfway through the semester, she realizes she’s living her dream, even if it has pushed her outside of her comfort zone. A senior psychology major who’s completing a graduation requirement in her major by studying abroad, Jessica
Oct 18, 2019

NCWQR celebrates 50 years

For the past 50 years, the National Center for Water Quality Research (formerly the Water Quality Lab) has been at the forefront of data collection, monitoring, research and outreach in support of sustainable use of soil and water resources. Those who created the lab, those who have worked tirelessly to sustain it and those who will see it into the
Oct 17, 2019

Student groups working to open dialogue about mental health

A group of graduate and undergrad student organizations are leading an effort that empowers students to speak openly about mental health and wellness, ultimately changing the perception and conversation around the topic. Back in 2004, when Frank Warren created PostSecret, an ongoing community mail art project in which people share never-before
Oct 16, 2019

Psych students enlightened about homelessness

Students in the Explorations of Psychology class traveled to Wooster over Fall Break for a service learning experience and to take a closer look at the problem of homelessness in the community. They described the experience as “eye-opening” and “amazing.” Wooster’s Trinity United Church of Christ and its North Street Mission hosted the students
Oct 11, 2019

Center for Survivor Empowerment aims to raise awareness

Statistics indicate that sexual assault doesn’t happen to just women. About 1 in 16 men also are victims, suggesting it’s highly underreported in that population. The main goal of Heidelberg’s new Center for Survivor Empowerment is to provide resources, advocacy and awareness – and ultimately, prevention – for everyone, regardless of gender
Oct 4, 2019

Four headed to Athletic Hall of Fame

As part of the Heidelberg University Homecoming Weekend, four of the school's top former student-athletes will be inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame. The 2019 class -- 34th overall -- will be comprised of Tom Wynn ('91), Frank Balogh ('02), Lucas Messer ('05), and Tina Siegel Myslenski ('07). Wynn was a three-time national qualifier for the
Oct 3, 2019

Governor, ’Berg dean share special connection

It truly is a small world. On Wednesday, Heidelberg hosted a wonderful Patricia Adams Lecture Series 10th anniversary celebration that drew the likes of Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and his wife, Fran, among other local and state political figures. Following the event, Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Chris Abrams was waiting in the wings to share a story with
Oct 3, 2019

Former first lady, daughter take PALS over the top

The Patricia Adams Lecture Series, which featured former First Lady Laura Bush and her daughter, Barbara Pierce Bush, was the ultimate celebration of 10 years of inspiration, encouragement and advice that PALS has brought to Heidelberg students and the community. For Pat Adams, who with her husband, John, ’58, envisioned, created and funded PALS
Oct 1, 2019

On the eve of its biggest event, PALS namesake reflects

On the day before the highest profile speakers in The Patricia Adams Lecture Series are set to visit Heidelberg, Patricia Adams is like a doting grandmother about her namesake series. The campus community shares her excitement as we get ready to host former First Lady Laura Bush and her daughter, Barbara Pierce Bush, on Wednesday. On the occasion
Sep 25, 2019

Moved to action: Holocaust survivors’ grandson remembers

When you’re the grandson of four Holocaust survivors, the weight of that legacy could overwhelm you. Or, it could motivate you to action to help put an end to human atrocities. David Estrin, whose grandfather, Jimmy Lichtman, is the namesake of Heidelberg’s annual Lichtman-Behm Genocide Lecture Series, was the keynote speaker for the series on
Sep 25, 2019

R&D scientist receives Alumni of Distinction award

Dr. Jeff Bricker, ’79, says he owes a great deal of his career achievements as a research scientist to the excellent foundation he received at Heidelberg from iconic professors such as Mel Casler, Dr. Ray Wise, Dr. Richard Cordell, the late Dr. Martin Reno and the late Dr. John Groce. “We had great faculty and staff who really cared about students
Sep 24, 2019

Families & Fellows: Making opportunities possible

The dynamic father-daughter duo of Dave and Allison Krebs did a great job expressing the value of their Heidelberg experiences, although in different generations, at the annual Families & Fellows dinner on Saturday. “I found Heidelberg through the love of my parents,” said Allison, who told the crowd of about 300 ‘Berg students and families and
Sep 23, 2019

Judge & professor: Shuff talks Constitution during court

On a day when he’d usually sit behind the bench to hear common pleas cases, Judge Steve Shuff took on a second role this morning: professor. As he does every fall, Judge Shuff, a ’75 ‘Berg grad, brought his Seneca County Common Pleas Court to campus in recognition of Constitution Day. Students, faculty and staff gathered in Herbster Chapel to
Sep 19, 2019

How to live your dream, according to 'The Onion' co-founder

Unlucky does not mean improbable. If you examine the history of The Onion and the life of its co-creator, Scott Dikkers, those words ring true. Dikkers came to Heidelberg on Thursday to kick off the fourth year of the HYPE Career Ready® program as the keynote speaker. In 1988, Dikkers launched The Onion, the original “fake news” platform that has
Sep 18, 2019

VB, MXC receive respective rankings

On Monday morning, when weekly national and regional rankings were released for their respective sports, Heidelberg University found themselves on two separate lists. Cracking the national rankings from the American Volleyball Coaches Association was the Berg volleyball program who came in at No. 25 on the list. The Student Princes had been
Sep 12, 2019

Lacrosse players connect Down Under

When you get a surprise opportunity to do something you love halfway around the world, you jump on it! That was the case for women’s lacrosse player Angela Lulejian. Angela, a junior exercise science major from Glendale, California, was recruited to join an all-star lacrosse team to experience international competition for two weeks in June. The
Sep 12, 2019

From Marine to nose tackle, Heidelberg's Meyers a force to reckon with

TIFFIN, Ohio (WTVG) - Matt Meyers anchors the defense up front as a nose tackle, but he did not go straight from high school to college - even though Heidelberg recruited him almost a decade ago. Matt, who's now a senior, actually sold himself to Heidelberg four years ago, just having returned home from the Marines. “Having a man with like that
Sep 11, 2019

On 9/11 anniversary, may peace prevail on Earth

Many of us have vivid memories of where we were and what we were doing at the moment we heard the news of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Yet, today’s college students were very young and have learned about the attacks from other accounts. This morning, on the 18th anniversary of the attacks, a small group of students, staff and
Sep 11, 2019

8-0! Berg stays unbeaten with win at OWU

DELAWARE, Ohio -- With a 3-1 win on Tuesday, the Heidelberg University volleyball team improved to 8-0 on the season -- matching the best start in program history. The Student Princes defeated host Ohio Wesleyan by a score of 25-19, 25-16, 23-25, 25-18. The 2006 team, led by All-Americans Morgan Magers and Emily Hurlburt, also started 8-0. In
Sep 9, 2019

Heidelberg highly ranked by U.S. News

Heidelberg University is ranked among the top colleges and universities in two categories in U.S. News & World Report’s annual national survey. In the rankings released today, Heidelberg is listed No. 18 in the top tier among best regional colleges in the Midwest and No. 7 on the list of “best value” schools regionally. Placement on the “best value