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Nov 29, 2021

Senior Honors students to give capstone presentations

Senior Honors students who will finish their graduation requirements this December will give their Senior Honors Presentations this week, on Wednesday and Thursday, in Herbster Chapel. The Senior Honors presentations, which also include a written component, are the culmination of four years of study as part of Heidelberg’s Life of the Mind Honors
Nov 18, 2021

Oney adds to postseason awards

Though the Heidelberg University volleyball season ended earlier this month, senior libero Sarah Oney continues to receive accolades for her stellar campaign in the back row. Already having been named OAC Libero of the Year, Oney picked up all-district honors from the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) and academic all-district status
Nov 15, 2021

Criminology, psychology students showcase junior experiences

The work of a total of 23 junior and senior Criminology and Psychology students was on display on Sunday at the 8th Annual Behavioral Sciences Showcase. The students presented posters from their junior experiences, which included independent study projects or an internship. Nearly 100 current and prospective students, faculty and staff attended the
Nov 12, 2021

Play ball: Turf project gives BB team a new infield

Heidelberg’s baseball team was in jeopardy of not having a suitable home field to play on this spring, but that changed this week. With some quick planning and cooperative weather this [last] week, work is now about three-quarters complete on the installation of a turf infield at Peaceful Valley. The natural grass outfield remains playable. “The
Nov 11, 2021

On Veterans Day, an alum’s story, thanks and one family's gift

On the 55th anniversary of the day he made the trek home from Vietnam, Heidelberg alum Ron Willoughby, ’68, shared reflections of serving his country and the deep bonds of those in his U.S. Marine Corps unit. Ron was the keynote speaker at Heidelberg’s annual Veterans Day ceremony Thursday. “After 13 months, 20 days and 11 hours, I was very
Nov 10, 2021

'21 grad making great strides toward cyber security career

Sometimes, it’s all about networking opportunities and the connections you make. That’s certainly true for ’21 grad Alyssa Edmond, who’s working toward a career in the defense and intelligence communities. After spending the summer as an advisor with Girls Who Code at the organization’s summer program, Alyssa moved to New York and just started her
Nov 9, 2021

Students, prof recognized at state water management meeting

Dr. Doug Kane’s Wetlands class ( Watershed Science 305) recently attended the 50th Water Management Association of Ohio annual meeting in Columbus. Students attended talks dealing with all aspects of water in Ohio, including an overview of Gov. Mike DeWine’s new H2Ohio program. The group represented Heidelberg very well, bringing home a variety of
Nov 4, 2021

Criminology interns get taste of life in law enforcement

There’s nothing like the real-world experience an internship provides to give students a glimpse into their future. Five ‘Berg criminology majors – Corey Jahn, Danny Peacock, Jacob Horsch, Ericka Ray and Cole Noftz – are getting just that experience this semester, working with local law enforcement agencies to get a jump start on their careers
Nov 3, 2021

HYPE speaker: Video games teach life lessons

Gordon Bellamy has made a monumental impact with his career in the gaming industry, specifically in sports gaming such as Madden NFL Football. Bellamy joined Heidelberg students to share his journey in the gaming field Tuesday as the last keynote speaker this semester in the 2021 HYPE Career Ready® program. The game of life Bellamy came from a
Nov 2, 2021

On Veterans Day, Heidelberg to honor a hero alumnus

This year on Veterans Day, Heidelberg will honor a true American hero: Marine Second Lt. James L. Tangeman, the only known 'Berg alumnus to have been killed in action during the Vietnam War. Heidelberg’s Student Senate is planning the Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 11, in front of Beeghly Library. The campus community is invited
Nov 2, 2021

'Incredible journey': 'Berg celebrates Builders & Benefactors

Consider these two facts: In the first 160 years since Heidelberg’s founding (1850-2010), fewer than 40 benefactors could be credited with cumulative lifetime giving exceeding $100,000. By 2013, a total of 17 benefactors had provided cumulative giving of over $1 million to Heidelberg and were welcomed into The 1850 Society. And now this: In the
Nov 2, 2021

Teamwork: Upper-level bio students become lab tour guides

When visitors are getting ready to tour Heidelberg’s Body Donor Lab, the student Tour Team often helps them paint a picture in their mind’s eye about what they are about to encounter. One group of ‘Berg staff members took it a step further last week when they were given an opportunity to tour the lab. Several members of the Enrollment & Marketing
Nov 1, 2021

Survey: 'Berg students turn out for general election

If voter registration and turnout among Heidelberg students in the 2020 general election are a predictor, results should be good again this election week. Heidelberg’s Office of Student Engagement, headed by Paul Stark, participated in the Institute for Democracy and Higher Education’s National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement (NSLVE) – the
Oct 25, 2021

Alumnus, 'Berg basketball standout joins Board of Trustees

Alumnus and ‘Berg basketball standout Claudie Johnson, ‘85, is the newest member of the Heidelberg University Board of Trustees. Claudie will serve a four-year term (2021-25), beginning immediately, elevating the total number of Trustees to 29. According to Board Chair Kathleen Tirbovich Geier, “Heidelberg is fortunate that Claudie has made this
Oct 21, 2021

Bio/criminology double major checks cool opportunities off her list

Junior Kendall Wright isn’t one to ignore opportunities. Quite the opposite. She doesn’t hesitate to jump on them and get as much experience as she can. At Heidelberg, she has checked a number of opportunities off her list: Criminology major at the undergrad level … check! And pairing that with a second major in Biology … check, check! Cadaver Lab
Oct 18, 2021

Lauren Mussig, Seth Eisenhower crowned 2021 Homecoming Royalty

Seniors Lauren Mussig and Seth Eisenhower were chosen as 2021 Heidelberg University Homecoming Royalty on Saturday, Oct. 16. Lauren is from Seven Hills, Ohio, and is majoring in biochemistry. Seth is from Green Springs, Ohio, and is majoring in music. About 500 alumni returned to campus to celebrate Homecoming around the theme "BergStock."
Oct 18, 2021

Football wins 500th game in program history, Rhine River Cup too

It was a milestone win on a memorable Homecoming night. The Heidelberg football team earned its 500th win in program history with a dominant 52-19 win over rival Otterbein on a brisk, but boisterous Saturday night at Hoernemann Stadium. The resounding victory also pushed the Student Princes into the lead in the traveling trophy Rhine River Cup
Oct 18, 2021

Heidelberg Board extends President Huntington's contract

The Heidelberg University Board of Trustees has announced that, in accordance with terms of President Robert H. Huntington’s 2022-2027 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. 12-15. Huntington was given a rolling
Oct 7, 2021

Life’s a mountain, climb it

Alison Levine is a renowned mountain climber having scaled the highest peak on every continent and skied across the Arctic Circle to the geographic North Pole. However, before she was able to claim that accomplishment, Levine led the first all-American women’s Mount Everest exhibition team in 2002. She was aware that Everest was going to be the
Oct 6, 2021

Homelessness made real: Author brings first-hand account to life

Students in Dr. Sarah Lazzari’s Contemporary U.S. Social Issues class have been discussing some heavy issues this semester: homelessness, racism, addiction and mental illness. Part of their class is reading The Soloist: A Lost Dream, an Unlikely Friendship and the Redemptive Power of Music. On Tuesday, the class got to meet the author, Scott Lopez
Oct 6, 2021

Sleep-out with a purpose: Understanding homelessness

There were no comfy mattresses, fun movies or tasty meals during this sleep-out. Last weekend, a group of Heidelberg students participated in the Seneca County Council on Homelessness Sleep Out, a tent city aimed at simulating homelessness and raising awareness in our community. The event also was a fundraiser for the council. Participants were
Oct 4, 2021

This professor finds her place at Heidelberg

After having taught at two other colleges part time and worked full time prior to that, Erica Moyer has landed at Heidelberg as the new biology and anatomy and physiology instructor this year. She’s back at Heidelberg after having taught an exercise science class here three years ago. It’s going very well so far. “The first few weeks, I’ve received
Sep 29, 2021

Heidelberg gets grant to aid families in FAFSA completion

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) can unlock future higher education paths and connect families and students -- especially first-generation, Pell-eligible students and those facing financial hurdles -- with thousands of dollars in federal financial aid. Unfortunately, far too many of Ohio’s eligible students don’t complete the