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Sep 22, 2023
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 35: Caitlyn Weirich
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
Sep 21, 2023
Flexibility: Heidelberg MBA transitioning to fully online
There’s good news on the horizon for future students of Heidelberg’s MBA program. Dr. Anne Anderson, dean of the School of Business, has announced that starting in the fall of 2024, Heidelberg’s MBA program will be offered completely online. “I think this online format will benefit our students as it will give them the flexibility needed to work
Sep 21, 2023
It's a family affair for Ludwigs as mother, son become students together
The Ludwig family has traveled far and wide, but when eldest son, Mason ’21, found Heidelberg University several years ago, he inadvertently found a Sweet Alma Home for the rest of his family. This year, Mason’s mom, Laura, and younger brother, Charles Jr. had their first day at the Berg together. Right after high school, Laura was attending
Sep 19, 2023
Happy Constitution Day: Judge brings Court to Campus to celebrate
Dressed in his traditional judicial garb, Seneca County Common Pleas Court Judge Steve Shuff sat behind a makeshift bench, surrounded by the typical court officials: the county prosecutor, defense attorneys, defendants, the court bailiff, victim advocates and other court and law enforcement personnel. The only difference is that today’s court
Sep 19, 2023
BEC and AFS: Plant-y of Collaboration
The Berg Events Council, also known as BEC, held a craft night on Monday, September 18, in University Commons, in conjunction with the Alliance for Sustainability (AFS). When BEC President Jocelyn Everett was looking through the craft kits available for purchase, she found the plant-themed ones – and the gears started turning. Jocelyn is a member
Sep 19, 2023
Giving back: Women's Basketball dishes an assist to Safety City
You’re never too young to learn the ABCs of safety. A group of Heidelberg student-athletes had a role in making sure local little ones get off on the right foot in learning the importance of road and fire safety. The Tiffin Police Department and the Tiffin Fire/Rescue Division annually conduct Safety City – a structured program to teach children
Sep 15, 2023
Underdog Esports team making a name for itself in first year
In its first year of competition, Heidelberg’s Esports team feels somewhat like an underdog. As the digital athletic competition based around video games becomes a mainstay on campus, every step toward success is that much more satisfying. In January, Ryan McDannell was hired to develop Heidelberg’s first Esports team. He brought on Tiffin native
Sep 15, 2023
Where HU Takes U: Ethan Campbell
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. Ethan Campbell Ethan
Sep 12, 2023
NFL veteran, HYPE keynote: Execute your ‘money playbook’
If you read retired NFL veteran linebacker Brandon Copeland’s personal “money playbook,” you’d learn he’s a business, man, not a businessman. On Tuesday, Copeland spoke to a packed Seiberling Gymnasium crowd of students, faculty and staff about creating their own financial playbook. Now a financial educator, philanthropist and real estate developer
Sep 8, 2023
Things have been shaking up at Beeghly Library – in a good way!
Beeghly Library is undergoing several changes to make their space a more accessible “one-stop-shop for students’ academic needs,” according to Director Cassandra Brown. Although there are more additions on the horizon, Beeghly Library has already become the place for students to receive research guidance, academic support, advising and
Sep 8, 2023
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 34: Taylor Rooker
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
Sep 8, 2023
Heidelberg community shares advice for freshmen
We are quickly approaching the end of the first month at Heidelberg for our freshmen. When our freshmen waved their families “goodbye” in the middle of August, they may not have realized that the entire Heidelberg family was waving them “hello!” And with that greeting came some bright advice. Heidelberg upperclassmen, faculty and staff members
Aug 31, 2023
Where HU Takes U: Delaney Gill
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. Delaney Gill Delaney Gill
Aug 31, 2023
’20 ‘Berg alum brings passion as new men’s LAX coach
Heidelberg University Athletic Director Greg Cooper has announced the hiring of Ryan Sinnema as the next head coach of the men's lacrosse team, effective Aug. 28. Sinnema, a 2020 Heidelberg graduate, returns to his alma mater as the third head coach in program history. "Ryan emerged from a very deep pool of candidates," Greg said. "Ryan's passion
Aug 30, 2023
’Berg, ONU 3+3 partnership = accelerated law degree
Heidelberg University and Ohio Northern University’s Claude W. Petit College of Law are partnering on a new pathway that accelerates entry into law school, and it’s a win-win situation for everyone. On Monday, the two universities convened on ONU’s campus to formalize an agreement that creates a 3+3 pathway to streamline the process for ‘Berg
Aug 30, 2023
Bravo for SMT bootcamp and teas, in the name of arts education
This summer brought some awesome opportunities for current School of Music & Theatre students and alumni to practice their craft while interacting with live audiences. The SMT group participated in a pair of educational programming activities – Broadway Bootcamp and Character Teas – as part of an expanding collaboration with Lakeside Chautauqua.
Aug 25, 2023
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 33: Cassidy Beringer
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
Aug 24, 2023
Convocation message: Become your own centerpiece
With a mix of excitement, anxiety and apprehension, the Class of 2027 was officially welcomed into the Heidelberg family on Thursday during Opening Convocation – the official start of the 2023-34 academic year. Opening Convocation – one of Heidelberg’s longest-standing traditions – kicked off with the typical pomp and circumstance as a bookend to
Aug 23, 2023
Behavioral health profession – and MAC students – get boost from state funds
Heidelberg’s Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program has been awarded $318,000 in funding from the Ohio Wellness Workforce Fellowship Program to boost the number of graduates working in behavioral healthcare settings. The funding is available to students who are pursuing degrees or certificates in social work, marriage and family therapy, mental
Aug 21, 2023
Transfer to ’Berg restores biology student’s confidence
Olivia Raubenolt’s first experience in college did not go as she had envisioned. So the second-semester freshman transferred to Heidelberg, and her decision has made all the difference. “I didn’t originally consider Heidelberg. Honestly, it never crossed my mind because I didn’t want to go to college in my hometown,” Olivia says. “I was ready to
Aug 18, 2023
Where HU Takes U: Taylor Ramsey
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. Taylor Ramsey Taylor Ramsey
Aug 17, 2023
Internship Chronicles, Chapter 32: Nicholas Chambers
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
Aug 14, 2023
Travel and artwork and chem -- oh my!
Over the summer, students who took Chemistry 108 - The Science of Art in the spring semester “had the opportunity to see how their classroom instruction connects to the real world.” The Science of Art class combines two worlds, showing students the chemical requirements of evaluating and conserving art. The course covers art history, chemistry and
Aug 9, 2023
Same faces, new places: Owen Center for Teaching and Learning on the move
It’s a “same faces in new places” situation for the Owen Center for Teaching and Learning team. Last week, the team began the formidable task of moving from the third floor of the Campus Center to Beeghly Library. It’s definitely a process that will unfold over the coming academic year, as the team works to integrate all of its student support