CHARLOTTE ROCKWELLPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 4/13/2026 Plans for major changes at the Alan J. Stone Center for Recreation on the Alma College campus are underway, with proposed hour changes, equipment updates and new incentives aimed at improving accessibility and overall student experiences. The updates are planned to be in place before the start of the... Continue Reading →
Alma Baseball sees strong start to spring season
BRADY KRAUSEPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 3/30/2026 The Alma College baseball team is off to a strong start this season, building confidence in recent games. A late-game explosion lifted the Alma College baseball team to an 11-5 win over Ohio Northern University, securing a non-conference series victory. The Scots’ ninth-inning rally capped a strong showing as... Continue Reading →
Indoor Track and Field: New feats
KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 3/16/2026 The Alma College Indoor Track and Field teams wrapped up their season with the MIAA championships at Trine University on Feb. 27 and 28. The women’s 4th-place team finish at the indoor championship is the best since the MIAA recognized indoor track and field as a sport in 2016, and the... Continue Reading →
Swim & Dive finish successful season
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 2/23/2026 The Alma College Men’s and Women’s Swim and Dive teams have had an outstanding season and competed at their best at the 2026 MIAA Swimming and Diving Championships. Both teams delivered strong performances against conference rivals. The Alma men finished in fourth place with 364.5 points in the team... Continue Reading →
New DIII Legislation in Women’s Wrestling and STUNT
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 2/9/2026 The NCAA landscape is officially changing for Division III athletes. Following the 2026 NCAA Convention, Women’s Wrestling has been granted its own dedicated DIII national championship, while STUNT has been elevated to a full championship sport. These landmark decisions provide a permanent home and a clear postseason path for... Continue Reading →
Williams and St. John earn national accolades
LOGAN WENZPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 1/26/2026 Alma College’s 2025 football season was one to remember, largely due to the multiple numerous national accolades earned by two senior individual players. Senior running back Eddie Williams (’26) capped an outstanding senior season for Alma College, setting a single-season program record with 1,485 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns. Williams... Continue Reading →
Importance of the Poverty Simulation
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 11/17/2025 On Wednesday, November 12th, the nursing department at Alma College hosted the poverty simulation, an event for students to join and engage in what it is like to manage the challenges, barriers, and constant stressors faced by those living in poverty. Participants assume the roles of individuals from low-income... Continue Reading →
A look inside the Kiltie Marching Band Show
CHARLOTTE ROCKWELLPHOTOGRAPHER KAITRISS DEGROFTSTAFF WRITER 11/3/2025 The Kiltie Marching Band hosted their indoor show on November 1, 2025, beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the Heritage Center for the Performing Arts, Presbyterian Hall. The concert featured the Marching Band, Pipe Band, Color Guard, Drumline, and more. The Kiltie Marching Band typically performs at home football games,... Continue Reading →
