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Members of the Heidelberg community were joined by community friends to form a symbolic circle – a moment to connect with each other – as the university dedicated its new labyrinth on Wednesday. Although weather forced the ceremony indoors, spirits were high and sentiments of gratitude were freely flowing. The labyrinth project was conceived by Dr

The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge has recognized Heidelberg University for its non-partisan democratic engagement efforts that fostered high levels of student voter participation in connection with the recent 2024 general election. Heidelberg joined 471 campuses nationwide in being named a 2024 ALL In Most Engaged Campus for College Student

WESTERVILLE, Ohio – After finishing with 10 wins for the second time in the four-year tenure of Head Coach Maddie McLaughlin, four Heidelberg Women's Soccer players received All-Ohio Athletic Conference honors, as announced by the league last Friday. Brigid Enright and Brianna Braatz headlined the quartet, earning first team honors and being named

Heidelberg’s Biology 403 class presented a beautiful ceremony honoring the selfless individuals who have donated their bodies to science through the Dr. George Barlow Body Donor Lab. This annual event recognizes the major impact of these donors, whose contributions not only advance medical education but also embody a spirit of generosity that

Students, staff, and local community members gathered Tuesday evening to hear from Mohammad “Mo” Anwar and Jeff Ma, co-founders of Softway and authors of the thought-provoking book, Love as a Business Strategy. This event, part of Dr. Trish Berg's "Lessons in Leadership" series, promised to offer more than just business insights. This event was

The annual Department of Psychology and Criminology’s Behavioral Science Showcase on Nov. 10 featured four young alumni who spoke about their careers with current students, who presented their research, internships and study-abroad study experiences. This year, the panel of ’Berg alumni included David Haines, ’22, Jacob Rigsby ’21, Michaela

Denison University hosted the Ohio Forensics Association Fall "Heart of it All" tournament on November 9. Tara Shahsawar, a first-year speaker and exchange student from Germany's University of Heidelberg, won 4th Place in the Informative Speaking category. Tara majors in American Studies and focuses on Political Science and Literature. Her

Heidelberg classmates Fred Wookey and Sondra Gerhardt Libman, both ’67, lost their classmate, Marine 2nd Lieutenant James L. “Jim” Tangeman, when he stepped on a land mine in Vietnam just a year after they graduated. On Veterans Day, Fred, Sondra, a host of ’67 classmates and his alma mater let Jim Tangeman and his family know that his service and

Senior Michael Dalton knows exactly what he’ll be doing following graduation in six months. In fact, he’s known for four years. About the time he graduates in May with his degree in business administration, Michael also will be commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Reserves, where he’ll serve as an engineer officer. He came to

Homecoming 2024 was a time of great celebration for Sigma Tau Nu as members gathered in Tiffin to celebrate the diamond anniversary of the fraternity. Amid the toasts, embraces and stories, the ethos of the founders was shown to be alive and well. Sigmataun Literary Society: A history In the 1950-51 school year, Heidelberg English Professor Merle M

Use this link to sign up to volunteer for the next Recess at Krout on Nov. 8 and get Berg Service Challenge points. During Heidelberg’s Justice Jog earlier this year, students expressed fear about seeing law enforcement personnel in uniform. There’s a lot to unravel, but those very real emotions sparked an idea on campus to begin to change the

As a second-generation Holocaust survivor, Karen Zauder Brass has a lot to say about the trauma and extreme cruelty experienced by her family – especially her father, David – during the genocide of European Jews during World War II. She is especially passionate when she encourages young people to rise up and take action in the face of different

A group of Heidelberg students who traveled to Columbus to help organize and attend panels at the Midwest ACIS (American Conference for Irish Studies) conference October 10-12 was able to meet Friday with the donor who made the trip possible for them. Trustee and alumna Jean (Warren) Gekler '80 and her husband, Brooks, generously donated funds to

In the heart of the flooded streets, Diana (LoConti) Krupyak stood in the cafeteria of Gulf High School, surrounded by towering piles of donated goods. “It was really unlike anything I had ever seen before,” she reflected, a mixture of disbelief and gratitude washing over her. After hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the Tampa Bay area, Diana

Heidelberg's School of Business will host its annual Lessons in Leadership Series next month, highlighting two of the co-authors of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book Love as a Business Strategy. According to Dr. Trish Berg, associate professor of management and the series organizer, Lessons in Leadership is targeted at the university’s

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

On a typical Monday night at Heidelberg University, groups of students set out to do various activities. One group, however, gathers with a different mission—not for assignments or sports, but to lead their Christian community. This is CRU, a student-led organization where leadership is shared and faith is at the center. With no paid CRU staff

Kaidan Mathias lives in a recreational vehicle but there’s more to it than meets the eye. With graduation less than a year away, Kaidan knew it was time to make some serious preparations to enter the world of “early adulting.” “With my senior year approaching, I wanted to find a way that I could move out of the house,” explains Kaidan, a business

Take a stroll through Heidelberg’s campus and your eye will surely catch the bright, new orange and black banners hanging on street poles, proclaiming We Are the Opportunity Makers. The banners feature a series of students experiencing life at The Berg to the fullest. The banners are one visible example of the work the university has undertaken

On November 11, 1850, then-Heidelberg College opened its doors in a room on the third floor of what was known as “Commercial Row” in downtown Tiffin. Five students were enrolled for the first classes. Heidelberg – now University – has a long and storied history. A lot has changed and we’ve come a long way since those mid-18th century days. It’s

HR exec Gabriella Parente is well-positioned to give advice to students about landing that first – and right – job. As a 2002 Heidelberg grad, she has been right where they find themselves today. On Wednesday, Gabriella returned to her alma mater as the HYPE Career Ready® keynote speaker. As the founder and CEO of HR Power Partners, coaching top

On Sunday, October 13, nine Master of Athletic Training students and one faculty member worked as medical volunteers at the 46th Chicago Marathon. The Chicago Marathon is one of the six World Marathon Majors and had over 50,000 participants finish this year. The Heidelberg delegation was also on hand to witness the women's marathon world record

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

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