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 →
Should the Sherman be athlete-only?
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER KATELYN THOMASSTAFF WRITER 3/10/2025 Since the Sherman Strength and Conditioning Facility — popularly known as The Sherm — opened in 2016, access has been offered to all Alma students and staff members during the open gym times. I think the Sherman should continue to welcome everyone and not restrict access to athletes and... Continue Reading →
Women’s basketball winds down successful season
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER KATELYN THOMASSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 Alma College’s Women's Basketball team is wrapping up a successful year. They have two games remaining in conference play and are 7-6 in the conference and 10-13 overall. On Saturday, Feb. 15, Alma fought a tough battle against Saint Mary’s College. The Scots came up just short losing, 62-66.... Continue Reading →
Montreat College Conference Recap
KATELYN THOMASSTAFF WRITER 2/3/2025 Alma College’s Reverend Katrina Bundy and a few of its students attended a conference held at Montreat Conference Center prior to the start of the Winter 2025 semester. Here, these individuals got the opportunity to grow and explore their relationship with God. Montreat Conference Center has allowed people to strengthen their relationship with God for over 100... Continue Reading →
ACDC presents Fall Dance Concert
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER KATIE THOMASSTAFF WRITER 11/25/2024 Alma College Dance Company (ACDC) held its annual Fall Dance Concert last weekend. They presented seven pieces that varied in style and inspiration, including contemporary pieces, traditional Kiltie dances and a performance by the Alma College Dance Team. They held showings both on Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday Nov.... Continue Reading →
New Digital Marketing major creates new problems
ALLI WICHERTGRAPHIC DESIGNER KATELYN THOMASSTAFF WRITER 10/28/2024 A new marketing major has left some New Media Studies (NMS) students in a difficult position. Originally, Digital Marketing was a part of the Marketing major, but this major is no longer offered. In light of trying to attract more students, Alma has created a separate Digital Marketing major. However,... Continue Reading →
Ground breaks at new Culver’s location in Alma
GRACE MAINSTAFF WRITER KATIE THOMASSTAFF WRITER 10/14/2024 Culver’s is under construction in Pine River Township on the corner of Cheesman and Alger, next to the Michigan One Community Credit Union and in front of the Dollar Tree. The construction of the new location was launched earlier this year, and the restaurant is expected to open... Continue Reading →
