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Oct 10, 2024
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 46: Sarah D'Egidio
One fall 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
Oct 10, 2024
Keys to creating change: Say yes (and no), learn to listen are Propel Ohio messages
The annual Propel Ohio student leadership summit draws together college students, engaging and inspiring them to make the state a better place in government and business, community-building and work environments. It starts at the grassroots level by creating change in individual campuses and communities. That’s something junior Yaniah Powell
Oct 8, 2024
Faculty commitment to MBA students shines in assessment outcomes
Faculty in Heidelberg’s School of Business are having a strong and positive impact on students in the PlusOneAdvantage® MBA program, and they have the numbers to back it up. Associate Professor Dr. Trish Berg recently led an assessment study with Peregrine Global Services which looked at student learning and outcomes across 13 concept areas
Sep 27, 2024
PALS keynote ‘FlyGirl’: ‘You have permission to engage’
PALS keynote ‘FlyGirl’: ‘You have permission to engage’ “FlyGirl” took Heidelberg by storm Thursday. From sharing details of a harrowing combat mission over Iraq to taking us on a high-energy adventure through her life, America’s first Black female combat pilot encouraged ‘Berg students to get gutsy to accomplish the goals that really matter
Sep 27, 2024
Listing it, loving it: Senior brings class concepts alive by selling real estate
When Lillian Robeson was a little girl, she and her mother frequently tuned into HGTV to watch shows about houses … renovating houses, flipping houses, selling houses. “I’ve always had a certain love for houses in general. I love seeing all of the different layouts,” said the senior business administration major from Dexter, Michigan. “After taking
Sep 25, 2024
Vocal students utilize cadavers to learn the mechanics of singing
Music majors at Heidelberg often find themselves camped out at Brenneman Music Hall for long days and nights of classes and rehearsals. It’s their home. Bio majors at Heidelberg often find themselves camped out in Bareis Hall of Science for long days and nights of classes and labs. It’s their home. Last week, the two “camps” came together when Dr
Sep 25, 2024
Young alum thrives in new outreach role in Athletics
Fresh off a stint as a graduate assistant for the Office of Athletic Marketing & Information, Amy Hafer has taken on a new title within the Department of Athletics at Heidelberg University. Funded through a grant from the NCAA, Hafer has thrived in her role as the Coordinator of External Operations. Her charge? Internally, it's to help connect
Sep 24, 2024
U.S. News & World Report rankings: HU leaps in 'Social Mobility' category
Heidelberg University has had another strong showing in this year’s U.S. News & World Report’s annual survey of colleges and universities. In its ranking for 2025, U.S. News lists Heidelberg as a “top performer” on its Social Mobility list at No. 21 – up from No. 26 last year. Holding firm, Heidelberg also ranked as a “Best Value” school among
Sep 23, 2024
Congrats: Athletics Hall of Fame inducts 4 individuals, volunteer coach
Spanning parts of five decades, a class of five individuals entered the Heidelberg University Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday. Joe Hada '72, Trista (VanGuilder) Flanagan '94, Darren Nelson '02, Jon Hatfield '06 and Marian (Bevington) Heitkamp '13 make up the 38th induction class of the Hall of Fame. Hada, one of the first national qualifiers in
Sep 20, 2024
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 45: Jade Torres
One fall 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
Sep 12, 2024
Celebrate Constitution Day, your rights and civil discourse
Tuesday, Sept. 17, is Constitution Day across the U.S. – a day to celebrate the document that guarantees American rights and serves as the basis for all U.S. laws. Heidelberg will observe Constitution Day and the election season with several events and initiatives, plus an award received for student voter registration efforts back in 2022. Court on
Sep 12, 2024
HYPE’s Lee Jourdan on DEI: Research, ask questions, ‘grow where you’re planted’
After decades of experience in the energy industry, Lee Jourdan transitioned to a new role to develop a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture at Chevron. During his visit to Heidelberg as the keynote speaker for the first HYPE Day of the academic year, Jourdan shared his advice on how to implement workplace diversity and create
Sep 10, 2024
A place to find peace: 'Berg installs labyrinth with help of local donors
Heidelberg’s campus has a new resource to encourage meditation, prayer, and wellness. Labyrinths – a metaphor for life’s journey – are an ancient tool that have been in use for more than 4,000 years. Heidelberg’s labyrinth is modeled after the one on the floor of the Charters Cathedral in France. Located in a lush green space behind the Campus
Sep 10, 2024
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 44: Grace Hagerty
One fall 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 with our web
Aug 28, 2024
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 43: Yaniah 'Niah' Powell
One fall 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 with our web
Aug 26, 2024
3 years and growing: ‘Berg, Lakeside invest in performing arts together
Heidelberg’s School of Music & Theatre faculty and students were thrilled to return to Lakeside for the third summer of theatre experiences and educational workshops. “Summer 2024 brought both an expansion and refinement of past programming,” according to Dr. Carol Dusdieker, Associate Professor of Voice and program director. “We expanded our
Aug 22, 2024
HU begins 175th year with spirited, inspiring Opening Convocation
There’s just something about this school year that feels extra special. It is the beginning of the university’s 175th year. “Since 1850, we have remained steadfast Opportunity Makers on a mission defined by your success as a student, through your graduation, into your careers, and spanning the arc of your lives of purpose with distinction,”
Aug 22, 2024
Making connections: New students experience time-honored traditions
Heidelberg is steeped in tradition. As the official start to the new academic year, Opening Convocation is one of those, in and of itself. But it’s made more memorable each year when first-year students get to experience some of the long-standing traditions that make the Berg so special. “Traditions are important because they impact our lives in
Aug 22, 2024
Major milestone: Kathy Borton's old-school approach works in Admission recruiting
Associate Director of Admission Kathy Borton has worked for five presidents (not including interims) and 19 vice presidents during her tenure at Heidelberg. She must be doing something right because her longevity at the ‘Berg is virtually unparalleled. Earlier this month, Kathy celebrated 50 years of employment at Heidelberg. She’s been in the
Aug 16, 2024
'Berg alumni offer pearls of wisdom for new students
Whether they graduated four decades or four years ago, Heidelberg alumni have been there, done that. They are a great resource for new and returning students. Recently, we asked alumni to share their advice for success with our 300+ incoming students. Almost to a T, they encourage students to find opportunities to get involved. Beginning today and
Aug 15, 2024
‘Berg & Uwill partner to provide mental health support where you are
Heidelberg University and Uwill, the leading mental health and wellness solution for colleges and students, are partnering to expand counseling capabilities available to support students off-campus and abroad. Participating with Uwill allows Heidelberg to provide its students with immediate mental health support if a student is located outside of
Aug 14, 2024
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 42: Huntergrace Overmyer
One fall 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 resume our web series
Aug 8, 2024
Welcome: New faculty get acclimated with fun scavenger hunt
What better way to get familiar with the Heidelberg campus and community than a scavenger hunt? That’s what our four new faculty members – Drs. Ted Carlin (Media), Brandon Gallimore (Athletic Training), Todd Harrison (School of Business) and Ben Herrick (School of Music & Theatre) – experienced as part of their New Faculty Orientation on Wednesday
Aug 8, 2024
Filling the GAP: Local K-5 students get support through summer camps
In the summer of 2022, Heidelberg’s Education Program received a $288,000 Statewide High-Intensity Tutoring Grant to support K-5 students who needed additional support in reading and math. Working with partner schools Bridges Adacemy, Calvert Elementary and Krout Elementary, Heidleberg has provided high-intensity tutoring to more than 30 K-5