HC Arts

Hastings College Theater Shines with “Ride the Cyclone” Performance

Miah Fox From October 2nd through the 5th, the Hastings College Department of Music and Theater presented Ride the Cyclone: The Musical. The musical had a cast of eight, received positive reviews from audience members, and was stated to be the source of fond memories for the production team. “The students did phenomenal work.” Kathleen Lorenze, the show’s technical director, said, “I thought the students … Continue reading Hastings College Theater Shines with “Ride the Cyclone” Performance

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Weyer Hall Updates

Meet Mr. William: A New Face in the Theater Department

Sarah Lechman Hastings College is excited to welcome Mr. William, a new addition to the theater department. He currently teaches Fundamentals of Acting and brings with him over two decades of experience in theater education. Mr. William has a whirlwind backstory. He was offered the position on August 5th, moved to Hastings just five days later, and began teaching on August 14th. At first, he … Continue reading Meet Mr. William: A New Face in the Theater Department

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Meet the New Staff

Meet Mr. Saha: A New Face in the Finance Department

By Sarah Lechman This year, Hastings College welcomes a new addition to the Finance Department—Mr. Saha, a teacher with a diverse background and a passion for helping students succeed. Before joining Hastings, Mr. Saha worked as an engineer, but his curiosity for business and problem-solving inspired him to pursue a different path. He went on to earn his graduate degree in finance from Arizona State … Continue reading Meet Mr. Saha: A New Face in the Finance Department

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Weyer Hall Updates

Hastings College Marks Milestone in Construction of The 1882

Miah Fox Hastings College celebrated a major milestone as crews raised the final structural beam for the 1882 residence and learning center on October 21st. The ceremony marked the “topping out” of the new building, which is scheduled to open in the fall. “We are just ecstatic and amazed at what’s being built on this campus,” Hastings College President, Dr. Rich Lloyd, said during his … Continue reading Hastings College Marks Milestone in Construction of The 1882

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Day In The Life

Day In The Life: Watch How Students at Hastings College Spend Their Day

Riley Bragg Have you ever wondered what a typical day looks like for Hastings College students juggling academics, athletics, and social life?  Every student’s day looks different from one another, especially with various classes, majors, athletics, or even part-time work. This article will examine three different Hastings College sophomore students’ daily routine from their day in life videos: Kamerin Turner from Elkhorn, Nebraska, Karen Navarrete … Continue reading Day In The Life: Watch How Students at Hastings College Spend Their Day

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Lifestyle

Dual Sport Athletes: Balancing Books and Balls

Paige Bortner Hastings College has seen an increasing number of dual-sport athletes, but balancing academics and athletics year-round can lead to burnout, according to Track and Field Coach Luke Mahoney and Head Volleyball Coach Casey Krolikowski. Mahoney explained that managing two sports alongside coursework requires balance and rest. “Athletes have to find time for themselves and get away from sports a little bit,” Mahoney said. … Continue reading Dual Sport Athletes: Balancing Books and Balls

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Weyer Hall Updates

The 1882: Hastings College’s Largest Residence Hall Underway

Lindsey Warsnak If you’ve driven through the corner of Ninth and Ash this year, you have probably run into an issue: the road is closed. The closure is due to the newest construction project at Hastings College, The 1882. While the detour has caused inconvenience for both driving and walking through campus, it is necessary in order to complete the construction of what will be … Continue reading The 1882: Hastings College’s Largest Residence Hall Underway

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Features

Fast, Loud, and Ambitious: Brad Pitt’s F1 Review

Loud engines, fast cars and drivers who won’t give an inch. No, it’s not LA traffic, it’s the IMAX debut of modern day F1. Trying to transcribe the complexity of F1 onto the standard sport drama template is quite an ambitious task. Director Joseph Kosinski is an ambitious man. Brad Pitt takes on the lead role as Sonny Hayes, a washed out former prodigy. Damson … Continue reading Fast, Loud, and Ambitious: Brad Pitt’s F1 Review

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HC Arts

Hastings College Films Shine at Flatwater Film Festival

Victoria Harris and Miah Fox The fifth annual Flatwater Film Festival took place from September 26 through 28 at the historic Rivoli Theater in downtown Seward, Nebraska. The festival is a celebration of films and filmmakers from Nebraska. This year two films produced by Hastings College faculty and students were officially selected by the festival.. Two films from Hastings College were accepted. The first was … Continue reading Hastings College Films Shine at Flatwater Film Festival

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