WADE FULLERTON STAFF WRITER For many students on Alma’s campus, the rewarding feeling of helping the community resonates as a beacon of active volunteerism for students in Gratiot county; this beacon gives the college the reputation for service and philanthropy reaching outside of the college’s property. Campus services for the greater community have always been... Continue Reading →
Students give back over break
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 →
Alma students get their geek on
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 →
Alma choir tours Florida to sing
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 →
International women’s day
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 →
Students discuss safety when traveling abroad
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 →
Cheer and stunt sweeps tournament
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 →
Student travels to Italy to pursue music
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 →
