NAYONIKAA SINGHAALSTAFF WRITER 3/24/2025 The Colorado law banning conversion therapy was passed in May 2019, prohibiting licensed mental health professionals from performing conversion therapy on individuals under the age of 18. Supporters argue that the law is a necessary measure to protect vulnerable youth from a practice that has been linked to severe mental health... Continue Reading →
Student voices under threat
LINDSEY ZARKAGRAPHIC DESIGNER KATELYN THOMASSTAFF WRITER 3/24/2025 After almost a year since protests against Israel's war in Gaza swept college campuses nationwide, President Donald Trump recently stated he would cut funding to universities who support “illegal” protests and would deport international students who participated in said protests. Around this time last year, Columbia University drew... Continue Reading →
YSDA hosts panel on Trump’s impact
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER EMMA FIGLEWICZPHOTO EDITOR 3/24/2025 On March 12 the Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) put together a panel that included reflections from four professors who gave their insights on President Donald Trump’s first 50 days in office. The panel consisted of Derick Hulme, Professor of Political Science, Prathim Maya Dora-Laskey, Associate Professor of... Continue Reading →
Alma College Theatre presents Storytime Scots
LEXIE THAYERPHOTOGRAPHERSTAFF WRITER 3/24/2025 Story Time Scots, a play being produced by Alma College’s theatre department, is set to go on stage from March 27th through March 20th in the Strosacker Theatre. Story Time Scots is a devised piece, meaning that Alma College’s theatre department wrote the script, characters, and plot collectively. This is one... Continue Reading →
Alma Day success
JORDAN FOXCOPY WRITER 3/24/2025 Alma Day, Alma College’s annual day of giving, was on March 13 this year. The day was a huge success for the school, surpassing the donation goal of $150,000 to generate $175,287. In total, 588 people — alumni, community members, parents, etc. — donated to the college. A major part of... Continue Reading →
2025 Barlow Trophy Finalists announced
KYLE CHOKASCOPY EDITOR 3/24/2025 In early March, Alma College announced the Barlow Trophy Finalist. The finalists are seniors Megan Neeley (‘25), Toby Layson (‘25) and Charlotte Howald (‘25). Established by Dr. Joel Barlow in 1949, the Barlow Trophy recognizes the high academic achievements of students, as well as their contributions to not only the campus... Continue Reading →
Alma Swimming and Diving shines at MIAA Championships
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER EMMA FIGLEWICZPHOTO EDITOR 3/10/2025 The Alma College Swimming and Diving team concluded their 2024-2025 season at MIAA Championships. After a long six month season the team finished their season with a 5th place finish at MIAA Championships. As the season came to a close, the Scots showcased their growth and resilience, capping off a... Continue Reading →
Student Poll 3/10/2025
Are Crocs fashionable or not? “Crocs=no” – Andrew Barrett (’27) “Crocs are cool, but they aren't fashion.” – Zach Princer (’26) “Crocs are comfortable and easy to put on. They can vary in colors and designs that can look swaggy with any outfit.” – Anya Drewnicki (’27) “Crocs are definitely fashion!” – Isabel Lyshal (’28)
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