By Cassie Florian Staff Writer For many students, the question of whether or not to go to graduate school right after Alma or to first gain experience in the workforce can be an extremely intimidating one. Although this is not an easy question to answer, staff and students share their insights into what to do... Continue Reading →
Planning key for students to graduate ready
By Brittany Pierce Staff Writer While it seems that students in general are taking longer than four years to graduate, some students here at Alma have started a trend of graduating in only seven semesters rather than eight. Depending on the student, graduating early requires different levels of advanced planning. “Graduating early just kind of... Continue Reading →
“American Crime Story” has strong characters, weak plot
By Sam Anteau Staff Writer “The Assassination of Gianni Versace” is the second season in the true crime anthology, “American Crime Story.” This season, as its title would suggest, is all about the murder of iconic fashion designer Gianni Versace by spree killer Andrew Cunanan. As of January 29th, the series will have featured its... Continue Reading →
Alt-right violates Michigan, campus protocol
Caden Wilson News Editor White supremacist and outspoken “alt-right” leader Richard Spencer was denied speaking space on the University of Michigan’s campus this semester, according to the university’s official statement. However, the U of M has not ruled out the possibility of Spencer speaking on campus later in the year and the ultra-conservative leader has... Continue Reading →
Houses prepare for Greek Week
By Nathaniel Fryer Staff Writer Alma College is in the process of recruitment for fraternities and sororities. This week, all non-Greek females have the opportunity to attend desserts, spreads and teas if they wish to rush a sorority, and all non-Greek males can attend smokers. Throughout the previous semester, both fraternities and sororities have been... Continue Reading →
Job tips galore at campus career week
By Brittany Pierce Over the course of “Like a Boss: Alma College Career Week”, students had many opportunities to improve their skills related to all aspects of the interview and job process. Sponsored by the Center for Student Opportunity (CSO), campus hosted a dozen career related events, activities, speeches and workshops. Last Monday kicked... Continue Reading →
Hollywood’s activism falls short in the face of sexual assault
By Sam Anteau Staff Writer As most are starkly aware, Hollywood has been undergoing a purge recently; beginning with numerous women accusing Harvey Weinstein of sexual abuse, dozens of others have come forward to talk about their own experiences with sexual assault in Hollywood. This opened up a dialogue surrounding this subject in the entertainment... Continue Reading →
Spring sports start season training
By John Durga Staff Writer Spring is just around the corner and athletes that compete in spring athletics are ramping up and getting ready. Alma College has baseball, lacrosse, tennis, track and softball teams competing in the spring. With over 100 athletes preparing strategies, what is important to each individual varies. The college recently added... Continue Reading →
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