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Andersons grateful for ‘wonderful liberal arts education’ at HC

Having found “an incredibly supportive, positive and collegial environment,” as well as lifelong friends at Hastings College, Doug and Claudia (Soucie) Anderson ‘70/’70 found maintaining their connections to the College natural. “We…

PTSR lets Simonsen dive further into his career path

Hastings College senior Brett Simonsen of Sutton, Nebraska, interned over the summer at Hastings Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab (PTSR) — but this wasn’t his first experience there, as he started shadowing…

Hemphill bakes up delicious treats during internship assisting head chef

Mixing a little creativity with a dash of hard work, Hastings College senior Madison Hemphill has turned a childhood tradition of baking into a full-time internship. Growing her desire to learn the…

Schultz lands internship at most magical place on earth

Since she was a kid, Hastings College sophomore Ashley Schultz made many memories at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. As her family’s go-to vacation destination, Schultz grew a special connection to…

Wiemers builds experience during construction internship

One of the main goals of any community is to cultivate its youth so that they can be successful throughout their lives. A few businesses in McCook, Nebraska, and the surrounding area…

By providing creative and immersive reading programs for kids throughout the year, Riley Felton ‘22 has forged a path for the Hastings Public Library.

Passion for poetry takes Felton to new heights at Hastings Public Library

By providing creative and immersive reading programs for kids throughout the year, Rylie Felton ‘22 has forged a path for the Hastings Public Library. Working at the library has allowed Felton, who…

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Upcoming Events

Gallery: Alumni Exhibition featuring Garet Reynek '10

September 27, 2023
Jackson Dinsdale Art Center, 700 E 12th St, Hastings, NE 68901, USA
(Men's Soccer) Hastings at Briar Cliff (IA)

September 27, 2023 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
(Women's Soccer) Hastings at Briar Cliff (IA)

September 27, 2023 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Gallery: Alumni Exhibition featuring Garet Reynek '10

September 28, 2023
Jackson Dinsdale Art Center, 700 E 12th St, Hastings, NE 68901, USA

Latest News

Hastings College announces Homecoming events, court

September 25, 2023·

The 2023 Hastings College Homecoming Court. (front from left) Riley Lanning, Jermaine Francis Jr., Claire Fahsholtz, Breanna Brennfoerder and Tiena Chu; (back from left) Karl Ludwig, Jaylee Bradley, Myah Brown,…

‘Intersecting Layouts’ now open in JDAC east gallery

September 25, 2023·

“Intersecting Layouts” by Garet Reynek, a 2010 Hastings College graduate, is on exhibition now through October 17 in…

Hastings College continues strong showing in national rankings

September 18, 2023·

After welcoming its biggest incoming class in a decade in August, Hastings College received additional positive news this…

Sierra DeMulder to perform at Hastings College, lead workshop at Hastings Public Library

September 18, 2023·

Hastings College and Hastings Public Library are partnering to bring the internationally-recognized poet, educator and podcast host, Sierra…