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Jan 23, 2019
New partnership opens pipeline for insurance industry jobs
With jobs in the insurance industry in such high demand, Heidelberg students have a new pathway to network with and connect to potential employers for jobs and internships. Recently, the Insurance and Risk Management program – a concentration within the business administration major – has formally become an education partner of the Ohio Insurance
Jan 22, 2019
Going ‘clean’: Parkhurst opens Clean Plate Station
Hoernemann Refectory is a trend setter. Heidelberg’s main dining hall is only the second Parkhurst dining facility to have a full-blown Clean Plate Station, offering to students, the campus and the Tiffin community menu items that are gluten-free and do not include seven of the “big eight” food allergens. The seven food allergens always controlled
Jan 18, 2019
Campus events rescheduled due to inclement weather
Due to the weather forecast for the weekend of January 19, several campus events have been postponed or canceled. Women's Basketball: Saturday's home game vs. Otterbein has been moved to Friday night at 7 p.m. in Seiberling Gymnasium. Athletics has also changed several dates and start times of events not on campus. DETAILS Scholars Day: Postponed
Jan 16, 2019
Brian Regan’s endurance pays off with Netflix series
‘Berg alum Brian Regan is one of the hardest working artists on the stand-up comedy circuit. His hard work and nearly 40 years honing his craft recently paid off in a big way. In December, Brian released “Brian Regan: Stand Up & Away,” his first series on Netflix. With a little help from his friend, Jerry Seinfeld, the executive producer of the
Jan 8, 2019
Comm class helps CASA spread the word
If you watch closely, you just might catch the work of a Heidelberg communication and media class at a movie theatre near you. Last semester, Dr. Robin Heaton’s class of 11 students engaged in service learning as part of their final capstone project. The class partnered with the local non-profit organization CASA – short for Court Appointed Special
Dec 13, 2018
Heidelberg Announces USDA Rural Development Loan
Heidelberg University is proud to announce the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a $36.5 million low-interest Rural Development loan to support a variety of campus initiatives directed at improving the student experience. The loan is designed to refinance existing debt to better position Heidelberg for long-term economic
Nov 26, 2018
Heidelberg to offer CFP certification courses
Jobs in the financial planning industry are expected to grow by 30 percent by 2024. With this increasing demand, Heidelberg University, as part of the Lower Cost Models for Independent Colleges Consortium, will begin offering online courses for individuals looking to earn Certified Financial Planner certification. The seven-course curriculum
Nov 14, 2018
HYPE’s Terry Crews: ‘You are worth it’
Pro athlete-turned-entertainer Terry Crews has been through a lot in his life, from growing up in a dysfunctional and abusive home in Flint, Michigan, to an obsession with pornography that almost cost him his marriage to coming out about being sexually assaulted during the height of the #MeToo movement. In a soul-baring talk as the keynote speaker
Nov 12, 2018
Donors, scholars make meaningful connections
If Ken Skiba ‘85 and current senior Alex Sir Louis had met, there’s no doubt they’d be instant friends. That’s just the way it was with Ken, who was a friend to everyone. His unexpected passing in January 2013 had such an impact on those who knew and loved him.
Nov 12, 2018
Professor spearheads new GLSEN chapter
Northwest Ohio was the only major metro area in Ohio without a chapter of GLSEN (formerly known as the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network). That’s no longer the case, thanks to the efforts of education professor Dr. Kristen K. Williams, who spearheaded the creation of a chapter as part of her sabbatical during the spring semester. After
Nov 12, 2018
‘Berg thanks vets for patriotism, sacrifice
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the month, the guns sent silent. One year later, on November 11, 1919, President Woodrow Wilson began his Armistice Day address to his fellow countrymen with these words, delivered from the White House: “A year ago today our enemies laid down their arms in accordance with an armistice which rendered them impotent
Nov 12, 2018
Berg runner qualifies for Nationals
SHELBYVILLE, Indiana -- Among blistering cold temperatures, senior Austin Neura booked his ticket to the NCAA National Championships in Winnecone, Wisconsin next Saturday with a 12th overall finish. On the women's side, 2017 National Qualifier, Rachel House earned All-Region honors with a 22nd overall finish. House fought through adversity in 2018
Nov 9, 2018
Walk into wellness with Mo, and stick with it
“We want people to decide to walk into wellness, not be forced into it,” Mo says. “So we’re trying to offer a little bit of everything so everyone can find their own personal version of wellness.”
Nov 8, 2018
Heidelberg to honor veterans with ceremony Monday
Heidelberg University invites the community to its annual Veterans Day tribute to those who have served. The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. Monday (Nov. 12) in front of Beeghly Library on Greenfield Street. The program will include remarks and reflections by Heidelberg alumnus and Vietnam War veteran Ron Willoughby, class of ’68, who will
Nov 7, 2018
Prof, students giving life to green roof
Dr. Mark Mitchell’s passion for green architecture is coming to life – literally. Along with faculty from Kent State University and the University of Cincinnati, Heidelberg is now part of a new coalition to support landscape architecture research and implementation. Titled the Greater Ohio Living Architecture Center, the group is dedicated to the
Nov 2, 2018
’Berg theatre perfect place for transfer student to thrive
James Ogle has brought a good amount of southern charm to the Heidelberg campus but even more stage talent and experience.
Oct 26, 2018
Pfleiderer project represents excellence in teaching, learning
The recently completed Pfleiderer Hall renovation and beautification project is more than cosmetic.
Oct 24, 2018
Chemistry Club outstanding again
Heidelberg’s ACS Chemistry Club is on a roll. The club has been selected to receive two national awards, continuing a consecutive string of national recognition over the past five years.
Oct 19, 2018
Campus continues It's On Us initiatives
Heidelberg University is continuing the campus initiative It's On Us for the 2018-19 school year, starting with the the pledge campaign the week of Oct. 21. It’s On Us chapters across the country, including Heidelberg, are participating in a weeklong pledge drive next week during the Fall Week of Action beginning Sunday. The national It's On Us
Oct 18, 2018
Google, Heidelberg partner for computing courses
Heidelberg University and Google are collaborating to offer computer science, data science and machine learning courses to undergrad students who might not have considered themselves destined for a technology career. The Applied Computing Series is a new, three-course program that will increase students’ access to quality data science and machine
Oct 17, 2018
Rwanda genocide survivor: Forgiveness is possible
Immaculée Ilibagiza – a hero of unimaginable courage – shared her inspiring story of surviving the 1994 Rwanda genocide that claimed all the members of her family except one brother among 1 million Rwandans. She endured the ordeal by hiding out with seven other women in a 3-foot by 4-foot bathroom in a neighbor’s home for 91 days. “The genocide was
Oct 12, 2018
Live authentically – Kelli Masters addresses Heidelberg
“It’s ok right now for you to not know what your life is going to look like 10 years from now … it’s ok not to have it all figured out. For the first 31 years of my life, I had no idea.” Kelli Masters, an attorney and certified NFL sports agent, spent the day at Heidelberg sharing her story of personal challenges and industry success as the
Oct 10, 2018
Rwanda genocide topic of Heidelberg’s annual series
Heidelberg University will explore the theme of the 1994 Rwanda genocide through the eyes of survivor Immaculée Ilibagiza during the ninth annual Lichtman-Behm Genocide Lecture Series on Wednesday, Oct. 17. This year, Heidelberg is pairing the Lichtman-Behm Genocide Lecture Series with its HYPE Career Ready® Program to bring Ilibagiza to campus
Oct 10, 2018
Heidelberg launching Writer’s Series
Two award-winning authors will be on campus to help Heidelberg University’s School of Communication, Humanities & the Arts launch the Jean Warren Gekler Writer’s Series. As part of the series, the public is invited to an open reading from the authors’ recent works. On Monday, Oct. 15, Heidelberg will welcome Hilary Plum, whose novel Strawberry