The Finnish Line: More FinnFun
Currently professor emeritus of education at Valparaiso University, Hillila has donned a Lutheran pastor's vestments in bilingual congregations of the Suomi Synod and put on the doctoral hood and other academic regalia; he has won the proper suit and tie of the Finlandia Foundation's "Performer of the Year," the casual attire of a poet and stand-up comedian, and the elk-soled pigskin shoes of an accomplished wire walker. He is listed in "Who's Who in America" and has authored nine books, including both prose and poetry. These accomplishments are reflected in his store of keen observations.