Nicholas M. "Nick" Hipskind

To the Hipskind family - Although I had the great pleasure of teaching Andrew Hipskind, I only met Nick when I signed on as an advocate and IU's Student Advocate Office. He immediately welcomed me into the fold, and we shared memories of his late son, Andrew. I remember him as a consummate gentleman, in every sense of the word: gentle, kind, compassionate and deeply concerned for the welfare of others. I regret missing his service, but I have been out of the country, returning last night,...

I remember my work with Nick so fondly. I worked with him for many years when he served as Associate Dean in UDIV, and during his time in the Student Advocates Office. Nick was fantastic in both roles, but he was the epitome of a "student advocate". His dedication to students being successful and doing everything to support them to reach their goals was unmatched. His energy and passion in supporting students had a great impact on those of us in the student services field. He was an...

Nick and I shared the Wednesday morning shift at Student Advocates for many years and it was always the highlight of the week. Nick always had a smile and a wry sense of humor and an extensive knowledge of college sports, especially football and baseball, that was amazing. My Dad saved the label "a good person" for those whom he admired and respected and I now apply that designation to Nick, who fulfilled in every way what constituted a good person, one who made the world around him a better...

I will always remember that Nicholas was a decent, kind, respectful, caring and supportive colleague, friend and champion of student causes. He loved the students as if they were his very own and in many ways they were as they needed his guidance and care. It has been my honor to have worked with Nick for many years. We served together on the Student Recreational Sports Advisory Board for 25+ years. He was actively engaged in everything students. I consider Nick to be A Student Rock...