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

Hamza Abbasi
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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News

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

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Meet the New Staff

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

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Meet the Students

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

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Commentary

I’m Leaving You This Record: 4 Your Eyez Only

In honor of this being my last review of the 2024-2025 school year, I decided now was a perfect time to deep dive into one of my absolute favorite albums of all time. “4 Your Eyez Only.” a masterpiece of a concept album.  The album came out Dec. 9, 2016, exactly two years after his album “2014 Forest Hills Drive.” which was recently certified as … Continue reading I’m Leaving You This Record: 4 Your Eyez Only

Issy Bonomo
Honors Convocation, Who's Who Award

2025 Honor Convocation and Who’s Who Awards Celebrate Top Scholars and Leaders

Courtesy of Michael Howie On April 30, Hastings College honored students and faculty at the Honors Convocation for their achievements.  The Don and Nancy Seaton Faculty Achievement Award was presented to Dr. Louie Eckhardt, associate professor of music. Dr. Brian Corr, associate professor of art, received the Anderson Mentoring and Advising Award, which is presented to an employee who has advised, mentored or made a … Continue reading 2025 Honor Convocation and Who’s Who Awards Celebrate Top Scholars and Leaders

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News

Graduating Seniors Present Diverse and Insightful Research in Capstone Presentations

The Political Science department recently celebrated a significant academic milestone as its students presented their meticulously developed capstone projects. These presentations, representing the culmination of years of dedicated study and intellectual growth, offered a compelling glimpse into the rigorous research and critical analysis undertaken by the students on a wide array of pressing contemporary political issues.  The event underscored the breadth and depth of inquiry … Continue reading Graduating Seniors Present Diverse and Insightful Research in Capstone Presentations

Hamza Abbasi