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October 21, 2026 Vol 122

Category: News

Enrollment Continues Upward Trend

Enrollment Continues Upward Trend

Enrollment at Houghton is continuing  to trend upward, despite previous year’s lows. Ryan Spear, Director of Admissions, has seen a growth…
Solution Proposed for Forest Concerns

Solution Proposed for Forest Concerns

“And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his…
Notable Director Hired for Spring Production

Notable Director Hired for Spring Production

The English and Communication departments hired notable four-time national touring  director Kevin Leary to teach a Theatre Workshop course and…
Greatbatch Welcomes New Dean of School of Music

Greatbatch Welcomes New Dean of School of Music

This summer, The Greatbatch School of Music experienced the resignation of the Dean of the School of Music, Stephen Plate,…
Russia Airstrikes in Syria

Russia Airstrikes in Syria

Wednesday morning marked the first Russian airstrike on ISIS in Syria. The attacks, according to the New York Times, came…
Photography Club Article Correction

Photography Club Article Correction

Correction: In the October 9th issue of The STAR, the article, “Student Photo and Film Club Proposed” incorrectly asserted that…
Symposium Focuses on Environmental Justice

Symposium Focuses on Environmental Justice

For the fifth consecutive year, Houghton College is hosting the Faith and Justice Symposium. This year’s theme is Environmental Justice:…
Meilaender Speaks on Sex and Democracy

Meilaender Speaks on Sex and Democracy

In an unconventional Constitution Day lecture on Monday, professor Peter Meilaender challenged traditional perceptions of two of America’s most iconic…
Integrative Studies Under Review

Integrative Studies Under Review

Over the next two years, Houghton College’s Integrative Studies (IS) curriculum will be restructured to better meet the needs of…
New Academic Record Changes in Affect

New Academic Record Changes in Affect

There have been several major policy changes which may affect students and their eligibility for financial aid and participation in…