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April 24, 2026 Vol 122

Category: News

Louisiana Begins Rebuilding

Louisiana Begins Rebuilding

In August, parts of Louisiana were hit with heavy rain that caused severe flooding, the death of thirteen people, and…
The “Good” and “Bad” Boxes Are Broken

The “Good” and “Bad” Boxes Are Broken

I’ll be honest: I generally hold people I don’t like in quite low regard. By quite low I mean bottom-of-the-well…
Prominent Astronomer To Deliver Commencement Speech

Prominent Astronomer To Deliver Commencement Speech

On May 14, 2016, Houghton will welcome Jennifer Wiseman, an astronomer and author, as the commencement speaker for this year.…
Senior Class Gifts Apple Orchard

Senior Class Gifts Apple Orchard

Saturday April 23, willing volunteers and members of the Eco Reps planted an apple orchard on campus. The orchard is…
New Faculty, Staff, And Coach To Join Houghton

New Faculty, Staff, And Coach To Join Houghton

As the academic year wanes, Houghton College has hired one new faculty member, one new residence life staff member, and…
Spring Sports Fight for Postseason Play

Spring Sports Fight for Postseason Play

Spring sports are entering their last week of regular season play. Every team faces an Empire 8 opponent, which gives…
Canadian Killed in Philippines

Canadian Killed in Philippines

On Monday, April 25, Canadian hostage, John Risdsel, was executed in the Philippines by Islamic militant group Abu Sayyaf. Risdsel’s…
New Academic Dean Addresses Student Government Association

New Academic Dean Addresses Student Government Association

On Monday evening the SGA hosted new Dean of the College and Vice President of Academic Affairs, Samuel J. “Jack”…
Palooza To Feature Student And Faculty Talent

Palooza To Feature Student And Faculty Talent

Saturday April 30 will mark another consecutive year of the Houghton Palooza, the annual festival for students to celebrate the…
First Inclusive Adolescent Education Major to Graduate

First Inclusive Adolescent Education Major to Graduate

In December 2016, Houghton student Justin Bullard ‘16 will graduate with a major in Inclusive Adolescence Education (IADE), the first…