Hillsdale In DC

Do you yearn for a deeper understanding of our current political predicament and a sharper view of what is needed to revitalize our American republic?

Then we invite you to apply for our James Madison Fellowship.

The Fellowship is open by competitive application to mid-to-senior-level professionals working in and around government who are seeking to influence national politics on the most important questions.

Applications for the 2026-2027 class are due Monday, July 27, 2026.

Apply today at the link below.

https://dc.hillsdale.edu/Madison-Fellows/How-to-Apply/

How to Apply Become part of a true intellectual community. Apply to become a James Madison Fellow.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at the Capitol Grad School Fair last week! In case you missed us, visit our website to learn more about our Van Andel Graduate School of Government's curriculum, faculty, and what makes us different amidst all the graduate programs in Washington, D.C.

https://dc.hillsdale.edu/School-of-Government/Program-Overview/

APPLY | The James Madison Fellowship is a ten-month long educational program for serious professionals who want both a deeper understanding of our current political predicament and a sharper view of what is needed to revitalize our American republic.

Our Fellows meet once a month in private evening seminars at our D.C. campus for frank discussion and study of the central threats confronting the country.

If you have a passion for returning America to its constitutional roots and desire to learn more about this unique intellectual community, we invite you to complete an application.

Apply below!

https://dc.hillsdale.edu/Madison-Fellows/How-to-Apply/

FACULTY FEATURE | Thank you to everyone who joined us for Dr. Mehan's "The American Book of Fables" book launch event! Get to know and love America in time for America's 250th anniversary with this grand book of poetry, fables, and witty-wise sayings. All while rediscovering the Declaration of Independence, American history, geography, and wildlife.

Read more about his book and purchase it at the link below!

https://bit.ly/3S4bia2

Thank you to everyone who joined us, along with the Conservative Partnership Institute, for our 4th Annual Capitol Hill Reception! It was a great evening, filled with exhibiting each organization's mission and building friendships among the groups.

If you are interested in learning more about our programs at Hillsdale College's D.C. Campus, visit dc.hillsdale.edu!

📸 by Michele De Groote

“The contrast between [beauty and tragedy] is the human condition. And that condition requires suffering. We can bear suffering if it has meaning. We have to share the meaning and the suffering...We will know that our divisions are healing when we remember our purpose and take responsibility together.”
—Dr. Larry Arnn, May 17, Rededicate 250, hosted by , held on the National Mall

Thank you to our Chamber Choir for singing so beautifully and representing our College so well on this day to rededicate America to our Creator for another 250 years!

Join Hillsdale TODAY on the National Mall for Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving. The College Choir will perform under the direction of James A. Holleman, and Hillsdale College's 12th president, Larry P. Arnn, will speak.

View the livestream here:

Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving - Freedom 250 _Freedom 250 Invites All Americans to Come Together in Prayer and Worship Ahead of the Nation’s 250th Birthday._ On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the National Mall will be the scene of a historic gathering as Americans of every background across the country prepare for the nation’s 250th birthday with S...

APPLY | Dear Graduate School of Government Applicants, make sure you have all required materials submitted by THIS Monday, May 18th!

Need a refresher? See the list below!

✅ Completed undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
✅ Official transcripts
✅ Three letters of recommendation
✅ Complete application form
✅ Writing sample
✅ Statement of interest
✅ Resume or CV

We look forward to reviewing your application!

https://dc.hillsdale.edu/School-of-Government/Admissions-and-Tuition/

Admissions & Scholarships To schedule a visit or inquire further about the program or our periodic information sessions, please contact [email protected].

Congratulations to our newest class of graduates who left Hillsdale College's 174th Commencement this past weekend with M.A. degrees in Government! Congratulations as well to WHIP alumni Ashley DeVore, George Washington Fellow and Co-Valedictorian; Patrick McDonald, Winston Churchill Fellow and Salutatorian; Ashley Poole, Truman Scholar, George Washington Fellow, and Outstanding Senior Woman; and Thomas Smith, newly commissioned 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps. We are proud of you all and look forward to what your futures bring!

A special thank you to Erika Kirk, this year's Commencement speaker and Honorary Degree recipient.

Join Hillsdale College President Larry P. Arnn and the Hillsdale College Chamber Choir on the National Mall this Sunday, May 17, for Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving. Admission is free!

For a full list of speakers and performers and to register to attend, visit https://bit.ly/4woBhZB