JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER The college celebrated Giving Tuesday by hosting a massive drive for donations. Organized by the Office of Alumni Engagement, the strategy room on the second floor of the Hood Building was the center of operations for the push to set a new Alma record. “[Our goals were] to raise at least […]
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Students question Alma Commitment
JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER Alma College attracts students by guaranteeing them the Alma Commitment. This includes the Alma Venture as well as academic & career guidance, but also an on-time graduation. The on-time graduation promises that if you follow your track but do not graduate in four years the college will cover your tuition for […]
Chaplain encourages inclusivity
JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER Alma hired a new chaplain this year. Andrew Pomerville, an Alma graduate himself, brought with him a few changes to how the Chapel is run. One of those changes being the new Thursday service from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. College staff and students pointed to the Chapel’s welcoming feeling no […]
ACUB outperforms the competition
JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER From Oct 25 to 28, the Alma College Union Board participated in the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Mid America Conference in Grand Rapids and won Program of the Year award for a budget under $75,000.“ During the conference, we are able to network with other campus activity boards, professionals, […]
Science Blowout promotes STEM
JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER On Friday, Oct. 26, Science Blowout brought about 150 elementary school kids to Alma’s campus. The kids visited stations hosted by various STEM clubs. The stations included animals, tin foil boats and chemistry demonstrations. Chemistry Club Vice President Scylar Blaisdell (’19) was excited to share her love of science with the […]
Peterson joins Alma community
JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER Dr. Benjamin Peterson was a recent addition to campus faculty this year. He teaches Political Science and History and gave advice to students of all class standings. Peterson gave some advice for current students at Alma College about finding their path. “Take advantage of everything offered while you’re here [including] the […]
Sibs weekend unites families
JORDAN GRINDER STAFF WRITER From Oct. 5 through 7, the Alma College Union Board put on Little Sibs Weekend, which offered students the opportunity to connect with their siblings along with participating in a variety of events over the weekend. “I think it [was] a great opportunity for students to bring siblings up, especially students […]
Budget decisions affect organizations
JORDAN GINDER STAFF WRITER Student Congress has recently made budget decisions, and some students have strong opinions about them. Almost all student organizations have had their budget cut by 15%. Student Congress Executive Council and Representatives spoke out in response to this. “Budget decisions are complicated in student congress. We want it to reflect how […]