KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER TY SLATERSPORTS WRITER 10/14/2024 This fall, both the men’s and women’s tennis teams showcased their talents in a handful of events. Their schedule was light, but the teams made the most of their opportunities. Alma College Women’s Tennis finished their season strong, hoisting a 2-0 record in dual matches. Their wins came against... Continue Reading →
Student Poll 10/14/2024
Which is better? Bruske or Gelston "I like Bruske better because it is nice and quiet and is so calm and nice to come back to a relaxing building after a long day!" – Kimi Mayhew ('27) "Bruske because I like getting lost looking for my dorm room." – Ryan Grey ('25) "Bruske because of the single rooms and... Continue Reading →
Bi-Weekly Horoscopes 10/14/2024
LOTTIE CARMANLAYOUT EDITOR Aries (March 21st-April 19th) You soon might feel a sudden burst of enthusiasm and energy. Aries should focus on channeling their adventurous spirit. Allow your magnetic personality to attract what it needs. Taurus (April 20th-May 20th) Taurus should expect a steady process in their finances. Now is the time to focus on... Continue Reading →
Alma College partners with UM-Flint Occupational Therapy
BRYCE BIRCHMEIERSTAFF WRITER 10/14/2024 Alma College and the University of Michigan Flint have partnered to allow Alma students a direct path into the UM-Flint Doctorate of Occupational Therapy program. “The emphasis Alma College provides in high impact practices affecting the students' education, particularly engagement of students in research,” said Yener Kandogan, Interim Provost and Vice... Continue Reading →
Bi-Weekly Comic 10/14/2024
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Ground breaks at new Culver’s location in Alma
GRACE MAINSTAFF WRITER KATIE THOMASSTAFF WRITER 10/14/2024 Culver’s is under construction in Pine River Township on the corner of Cheesman and Alger, next to the Michigan One Community Credit Union and in front of the Dollar Tree. The construction of the new location was launched earlier this year, and the restaurant is expected to open... Continue Reading →
He said, she said: Are pajamas socially acceptable?
MAIREAD BROCKPHOTOGRAPHER LOTTIE CARMANLAYOUT EDITOR 10/14/2024 She said: Wearing pajamas to class has been a common phenomenon that has been normalized throughout the United States and Alma College. I think it can be agreed upon that there are appropriate times to wear pajamas, but nonetheless, it is socially acceptable to wear pajamas around campus and... Continue Reading →
Chat GPT’s harmful effects on higher education
LEXIE THAYERSTAFF WRITER 10/14/2024 Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken the academic scene by storm since becoming mainstream in the media. A specific AI tool that has gained popularity among students is ChatGPT, a chatbot that can write prompts, answer questions, and provide information for topics. Although I can understand its alluring nature - who wouldn’t... Continue Reading →
