ALYSSA GALL STAFF WRITER This spring break, instead of hitting the beach or relaxing, some of Alma College’s students decided to give back to communities across the country. They spent their week-long break, Feb. 22 to Mar. 3, participating in Alternative Breaks. Alternative Breaks are service trips that all students can participate in over the... Continue Reading →
EMILY HENDERSON STAFF WRITER ACOG’s AlmaCon, Alma College’s very own anime convention, has been around for 11 years, said ACOG’s inventory manager, Annamarie Jenema (‘20). Whether you’re into video games, anime or simply cosplaying, AlmaCon has something that will interest you. “AlmaCon has a lot it can offer congoers. Especially for Alma College’s students who... Continue Reading →
SYDNEY BOSSIDIS STAFF WRITER Over Spring Break, the Alma College Choir spent time doing a series of concerts through out Florida. They traveled to various cities and churches to perform their program under the direction of Dr. Will Nichols and accompanied by pianist Anthony Patterson. The tour started on Feb. 21 in the Heritage Center... Continue Reading →
BAILEY LANGBO STAFF WRITER International Women’s Day takes place on March 8 every year to celebrate the accomplishments and determination of women all over the world. This year’s theme is #BalanceforBetter; striving for a gender balanced world, awareness of gender bias, and achieving gender equality for all. National Women’s Day was first celebrated in the... Continue Reading →
JORDYN BRADLEY SPORTS EDITOR Students at Alma College are no strangers to studying other cultures or being among them. During their time here, many students take time to study abroad, whether it be on their own, with a spring term or for a research opportunity. Otto Warmbier was in a similar situation in 2016 that... Continue Reading →
HANK WICKLEY SPORTS WRITER On Sunday the 10th, the cheer and STUNT team took a trip to Michigan State University to compete against three big competitors: University of Michigan, Michigan State Universtity and Grand Valley State University. The team had dominating victories over all three teams. “It was a great event. Michigan State and Alma... Continue Reading →
JAKE HOLT STAFF WRITER Back in June, Marisa Romano (‘19) traveled to Italy with Central Michigan University’s Music Department. She had the opportunity to study in a small town named Urbania up in the mountains in the Marche region. In addition to playing music, she also learned how to speak some Italian and experience the... Continue Reading →
JORDYN BRADLEY SPORTS EDITOR Media and art serve as a platform for political opinions to be expressed and voices to be heard. Joy Villa made headlines and turned heads at this year’s Grammy Awards by adorning a dress plastered with wall references. The dress, which was silver and had the words “Build the Wall” on... Continue Reading →
