Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

By Molly Sporleder Martin Luther King Jr., born January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, was a formative leader of the Civil Rights Movement whose work continues to be remembered today. King led the movement from 1955 until his assassination on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. His leadership and dedication to equality made a lasting impact on American history. In 1964, King was awarded the … Continue reading Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Coach Maddie Returns to Hastings to Lead Cheer and Dance Programs

By Sarah Lechman Hastings College welcomes back a familiar face as Coach Maddie Jagels steps into her role leading the cheer and dance teams. Originally from Omaha, Jagels has deep roots at Hastings, both as a former student and athlete, making her return especially meaningful. Jagels attended Hastings College from 2019 to 2022, where she was a member of the cheer team and spent time … Continue reading Coach Maddie Returns to Hastings to Lead Cheer and Dance Programs

Rhoades Named New Hastings Women’s Volleyball Coach

By Sarah Lechman Hastings College has welcomed Coach Harley Rhoades as the new head coach of the women’s volleyball program, marking an exciting new chapter for Bronco volleyball. Coach Rhoades comes to Hastings from Chadron, Nebraska, and brings with him several years of collegiate coaching experience. He attended Chadron State College, where he competed in track and field and was a multi-event athlete. Following began … Continue reading Rhoades Named New Hastings Women’s Volleyball Coach

Hastings Cheer and Dance Bring Spirit to Rock & Roll Jr. Camp

By Miah Fox Saturday, January 10, the Hastings College cheer and dance team held their Rock & Roll Jr. Spirit Camp, where they performed with kids during the halftime show of the Hastings –  Morningside basketball game. Now, these are heading out to perform for the sake of Hastings’ spirit. As these athletes look back on their camp, they look forward to their competition seasons. … Continue reading Hastings Cheer and Dance Bring Spirit to Rock & Roll Jr. Camp

The Unsung Heroes Keeping Hastings Athletes in the Game

By Paige Bortner At Hastings, the trainers don’t just treat injuries—they keep the entire athletic program running. Without our trainers, athletics wouldn’t be where they are today. Our trainers are there to help prevent injuries, help recover, and get back to competition. Their efforts often go unrecognized. Here is a shout-out/explanation about what our trainers do by talking with head trainer, Allison Beckstrom, and Assistant … Continue reading The Unsung Heroes Keeping Hastings Athletes in the Game

At-Home Christmas

By Sarah Lechman An at-home Christmas is when a student at Hastings College chooses to remain on campus during Christmas break instead of traveling home. While this experience can be challenging, it can also be meaningful. To better understand what an at-home Christmas is like, we spoke with Josh Magnaye, a junior at Hastings College and a member of the baseball team. Magnaye is originally … Continue reading At-Home Christmas

Starting the Semester Strong: Advice from Professors

By Lindsey Warsnak The beginning of a new semester is a time when students are settling into new classes and adjusting to being back on campus. Starting the semester off strong plays an important role in academic success throughout the remainder of the year. To help students manage the early weeks, several professors at Hastings College were asked to share the most important piece of … Continue reading Starting the Semester Strong: Advice from Professors

Annual Celebration of Lights Brings Holiday Cheer to Downtown Hastings

By Molly Sporleder HASTINGS, Neb. — On November 20th at 5 p.m., the annual Celebration of Lights took place in downtown Hastings. This event is a long-standing tradition, giving families a chance to enjoy the evening and get into the holiday spirit. The Celebration of Lights offered holiday-themed activities for both adults and kids to enjoy. The event also provided food, shopping experiences, live entertainment, … Continue reading Annual Celebration of Lights Brings Holiday Cheer to Downtown Hastings

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Annual Lighting of Campus Brings Holiday Cheer to Hastings College

On December 2nd, Hastings College president Rich Lloyd, the Hastings College Student Association president Paige Willcoxon, and mascot Bosco the Bronco, flipped the switch for the annual “Lighting of Campus” event. There were cookies, hot chocolate, a raffle for students, a saxophone quartet, a choir sing-along, and of course, Rich Lloyd reading The Night Before Christmas on stage. The event started in the French Memorial … Continue reading Annual Lighting of Campus Brings Holiday Cheer to Hastings College

“Away in The Attic”: Hastings’ Christmas Story of 2025

By Miah Fox On Wednesday, December 3, Hastings College students performed two shows of their yearly Christmas Pageant. This year’s shows were about ornaments, hoping to become part of the Christmas story, and learning that anyone is worthy of holiday love. This marked the first time that community members outside of Hastings College attended the evening show and the reception that followed. Hastings College Chaplain … Continue reading “Away in The Attic”: Hastings’ Christmas Story of 2025