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When the Intercultural Exchange Project began in Professor Robin Heaton’s Intercultural Communication (COM 314) class, she immediately noticed something different. The room buzzed with energy! A change came a few weeks after her students began connecting with their partners at Lady Brabourne College in Kolkata, India. “They were usually really

Battling against the elements, the course, the competition, and themselves, cross country runners like Heidelberg University's Vanessa Shanaman know that every second counts. In Shanaman's case, it was exactly 1.0 seconds Having spent two years away from her sport, Shanaman -- the Ohio Athletic Conference Scholar Athlete of the Month for October --

Heidelberg University students with ambitions for a career in healthcare now have more options to fast-track their path to medical school, thanks to an expanded partnership with the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM). Under the leadership of Dr. Bryan Smith, professor of chemistry, Heidelberg has signed three new articulation

The School of Business’s 2025 Lessons in Leadership series will feature nationally recognized leadership speaker, author, and entrepreneur Kristen Hadeed. The event is set for Thursday, Nov. 20, from 6:30-8 p.m. in Wickham Great Hall. It is free and open to the public. Kristen is the founder of Student Maid and author of Permission to Screw Up: How

During Homecoming Weekend, the Sigma Tau Nu Alumni Association helped students complete their Heidelberg education by awarding four scholarships, including three new ones, at the festive Big Sig Pig Roast attended by over 140 alumni and students. Awardees included Cole Miller, Caleb Silvia, Rylan Clarkson, and Bradyn Frankart. “We’re proud of these

When freshman wrestler Athulya Nair arrived at Heidelberg University this fall, she quickly noticed there wasn’t a place on campus for student-athletes to talk openly about mental health. Drawing on her experience as a Morgan’s Message ambassador in high school, she decided to bring the national nonprofit to Heidelberg. Morgan’s Message® is a

Heidelberg University’s newest athletic team, Women’s Wrestling, is taking to the mat for the first time this fall — and they’re getting some unexpected teammates in their corner. To celebrate and support the program’s inaugural season, Heidelberg will host a unique fundraising event on Wednesday, Nov. 5, in Seiberling Gymnasium, as part of the men

Heidelberg University’s School of Business will host its inaugural Global Faculty Week October 13–16, made possible through the Phyllis M. Chelovitz Endowment Fund in Business Administration. The four-day event will bring to Heidelberg’s campus three distinguished international faculty members to share their expertise, engage with the Heidelberg

Big ’Berg congratulations to seniors Abbie Stine and Ty Poorman, who students selected as the 2025 Heidelberg Homecoming Royalty. Abbie and Ty were honored at halftime of Heidelberg’s home victory vs. Capital on Saturday. Abbie is a biology major from Norwalk, Ohio, and Ty hails from Orlando, Florida, and is a sport management major. Also serving

On Friday, Heidelberg University officially opened the doors to its newest crown jewel: Frann’s Fieldhouse. The $27.4 million, fully donor-funded facility is more than just a building. It is a dream realized, a legacy fulfilled, and a living tribute to the life, vision, and legacy of Frann Zverina, Class of 1974. When Frann first stepped onto

“The wait is over. We’re done. Hallelujah!” With that joyful declaration, Heidelberg President Rob Huntington captured the emotion of a historic day as the University proudly dedicated Frann’s Fieldhouse — a crown jewel decades in the making — before a crowd of several hundred students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members on Friday. The

Barb Gabel is such a quitter. The sash she was wearing on Tuesday – her last day before she officially retired – confirmed it. After an incredible 42-year run as Heidelberg’s business officer, Barb is hanging up her calculator for good. And if anyone has earned it, it’s Barb. Her sendoff was classic 'Berg: colleagues past and present gathered in

For senior Abby Snide, the summer before graduation turned into something much bigger than shadowing hours. It became the moment she could picture herself as a future physical therapist. That opportunity came through Heidelberg’s strong support system. With the guidance of her advisor, Dr. Ryan Musgrave, Abby was connected to Rachel (Stroski) Byrne

Fifty years ago, on Oct. 4, 1975, Jessie (Cole) Kubuske was crowned Heidelberg University Homecoming Queen. Exactly half a century later, Heidelberg will celebrate its Homecoming on that same date — a perfect moment to look back on one of Jessie’s most unforgettable college experiences. “I couldn’t believe it,” Jessie ’76 recalls, remembering the

When Ramona Hood took the podium at Heidelberg University for the Fall 2025 Patricia Adams Lecture Series, she spoke not just as the retired President and CEO of FedEx Custom Critical, but as someone whose life story embodies resilience, gratitude, and faith. Her keynote address traced a remarkable journey — from a 19-year-old single mother working

Heidelberg University is helping psychology majors take the fast track from undergrad to graduate studies with its new Psychology-MAC Bridge Program. Launching this fall, the program gives students a chance to dip their toes into graduate-level counseling coursework while still completing their bachelor’s degree. Here’s how it works: if you’ve

The wait is almost over. Heidelberg University is getting ready to open the doors to its new $27.4 million, fully donor-funded Student Athletics, Academics, and Recreation Center, now known as the Frann’s Fieldhouse. The Fieldhouse grand opening dedication and ribbon cutting is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 3, at 2 p.m. at the Main Street facility

Heidelberg University has again been recognized in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. Heidelberg was named a “Top Performer” for Social Mobility among Midwest Regional Colleges and Universities and is also listed in the top tier in U.S. News’ “Best Value” rankings. The Social Mobility category measures how well colleges

Yes, you read that right. Heidelberg is officially on TikTok! From “day in the life” videos to theatre, sports, campus events, Tiffin events, and everything in between, your For You Page just got a lot more Berg. The idea came from the Branding, Marketing & Communications Department’s Digital Designer, David Stosio, and the Marketing Team.

Heidelberg University is excited to welcome Andrew Blazsik to the School of Business, where he will teach courses in finance with plans to help expand opportunities for students pursuing careers in these fields. Drew brings Heidelberg a unique blend of academic excellence, business expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit. He holds multiple advanced

Homecoming is approaching, and Heidelberg University is preparing to welcome back alumni with a big roar. Join us for a fun-filled weekend Oct. 3-5 around the theme Jurassic Berg. Throughout the week, ’Berg students will engage in various Jurassic Berg-themed activities organized by the Berg Events Council, leading up to the festivities on Friday

Chris Monsour ‘99 never intended to be a teacher. Like many Heidelberg students, Chris walked across campus in the 1990s, focused on his biology degree, thinking he would find success working in environmental science. But after graduating, a short-term job subbing in Tiffin City Schools turned into a career he never expected. His early days weren’t

A simple idea from a group of passionate students has become a vibrant new addition to Heidelberg’s campus: The Hub, a makerspace designed for creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning. The vision began nearly three years ago when students Abagail Nagy ‘24 and Jessica Harness-Koehnle ‘24 had an idea. They were at a standstill for a year and

Heidelberg is rolling out the laughter for the grand finale of its 175th anniversary celebration — and who better to bring down the house than comedy legend and distinguished alum Brian Regan? Known across the country as “your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian,” Brian is coming back to where it all began. He’ll take the stage at Tiffin’s Ritz