Hastings College students are set to dance the night away as the campus prepares to host its second annual Glow Crazy provided by Operation Glow and HC Student Engagement. The party takes place in Kiewit Gymnasium on April 3 at 9:00 p.m. UV paint, a laser show, face glow, and a free concert will all be available to students attending the event. Sophomore Maria Merkel … Continue reading Glow Crazy 2025
On Feb. 21, a federal judge largely blocked the executive orders that President Donald Trump had signed to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. According to AP News, U.S. district judge Adam Abelson in Baltimore, Md. granted a preliminary injunction blocking Trump’s administration from terminating or changing federal contracts considered equity-related. A preliminary injunction is a temporary relief that keeps the … Continue reading DEI Updates
As little as four years ago, the Hastings College golf program was struggling to find its footing in a competitive collegiate landscape. The growth of HC golf over the past four years has been remarkable. In 2020, the team was ranked 162nd in the nation. Fast forward to this season and that ranking has improved drastically. By Feb., the team was ranked 21st in the … Continue reading The Good Fight
Under the Trump Administration, the federal government issued an order that placed all staff for DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs and offices on paid leave effective on Jan. 23. According to AP News on Jan. 4, Trump gave the executive branch departments and agencies 60 days to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs including all “Chief Diversity Officer” jobs, “equity action plans” and “environmental … Continue reading DEI Changes by Trump Administration
Whether he’s galloping around the field at Lloyd Wilson, leading chants at the Lynn Farrell Arena or making surprise appearances around the community, Bosco the Bronco brings spirit everywhere he goes. He’s a symbol of pride and tradition at Hastings College. Remaining anonymous, the individuals who bring Bosco to life dedicate themselves to various tasks. Bosco appears at athletic and admission events as well as … Continue reading Bosco the Bronco
By: Hamza Abbasi As finals week loomed and stress levels soared: the De-Stress Fest arrived just in time, offering two weeks of fun-filled activities to help students unwind and embrace the holiday spirit. Organized by the Student Association, De-Stress Fest featured a variety of events aimed at giving students a much needed break. Events ranged from “Cookies & Cuddles with Miss Daisy” on Dec. 5, … Continue reading From Stressed to Refreshed, Destress Fest is the Best
Hastings College’s Traditions Committee kicked off the Christmas season with its annual Lighting of Campus on December 3. HC students and staff along with Hastings community members gathered at the French Memorial Chapel for an evening filled with festive cheers. Daisy, the campus’s certified therapy dog, Santa Claus and Bosco all participated in the celebration. The event started with Christmas caroling sung by the Choral … Continue reading Lighting of Campus
Another Boar’s Head has come and gone with a night full of good food, beautiful decorations and fun for all attendees. Students walked into a festively decorated Kiewit Gym, with brightly lit trees and tables with gold, red and green accents. Carrie Brosman, a junior from Aurora, Neb., thought that the decorations for the event were very beautiful. “The tables in particular were really fancy … Continue reading Boar’s Head Recap
Hasting College’s Intercultural Communication Class went to Lincoln Elementary in Hastings on Friday, Dec. 13th, to share their children’s books with third graders. The students were instructed to create a children’s book with a storyline and illustrations centering around a multicultural focus. Students spent two to three weeks working on their books while learning about children’s literature and the importance of exposure to diversity at … Continue reading Children’s books follow-up
Bronco Move is a new organization on campus centered around health and wellness and advocating for healthy lifestyle choices. Each of their goals are rooted in movement as well as promoting ways for college students to take care of their physical, mental and emotional health. It is housed in the Physical Education and Human Performance Department but is open to all students. The Brain Food … Continue reading Empowering Minds and Bodies: new group launches on Hastings College campus
