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

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

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

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

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

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

Balancing Academics and Athletics: Interviews With Hastings College Student-Athletes

Paige Bortner Many students who attend Hastings College are student-athletes. One of their biggest challenges is balancing sports and school. We asked two students to share some advice about how they keep up on the field and in the classroom. “Some of the biggest challenges right now are trying to find the extra time to go in and do my poetry class with late practices … Continue reading Balancing Academics and Athletics: Interviews With Hastings College Student-Athletes

Fuhr Hall Closed After Flood Damage: Music Program moves to Grey Center

Amanda Skinner In June, Hastings College students and staff got an email about flood damage in Fuhr Hall, the building where all things music takes place. It was announced the building would be closed for the 2025-2026 academic year. Now in September, as students and faculty walk by, they see chains on the doors and blinds over the windows. The building is known for its … Continue reading Fuhr Hall Closed After Flood Damage: Music Program moves to Grey Center

Hastings College Welcomes New Faculty in Art and Education

Sara Lechman Mr. Reynoso The Art Department at Hastings College is excited to welcome a fresh face this year—Mr. Reynoso, who primarily teaches painting. Originally from California, Mr. Reynoso has traveled and taught across the country, with time spent in New York and Tennessee before making his way to Hastings, Nebraska. What drew him to Hastings College was the impressive art building—something he says he … Continue reading Hastings College Welcomes New Faculty in Art and Education

Action increases suicide awareness

By Paige Dane, Sophomore, Hastings September is suicide prevention month. It is a time to raise awareness and decrease the stigma around the topic of suicide. It is also a time for sharing crucial information as well as spreading hope to those affected by suicide.  It is crucial to spread awareness about this topic among colleges and universities. According to the Suicide Prevention Resource Center, … Continue reading Action increases suicide awareness