Welcome to today’s episode of Critical Wade Theory, where we dive into the question, “Can Hancock thrive without Finlandia University?” This topic was suggested by one of our listeners, Adam, and centers around the closure of Finlandia University in Hancock, Michigan. As many of you know, the university, which had been a cornerstone of this small Upper Peninsula town since 1896, closed its doors after the spring semester of 2023. With the institution gone, what does the future hold for Hancock? Is it possible for this community to thrive without such an integral piece of its identity?