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 →
JAMIE DIEDRICHSTAFF WRITER 2/9/2026 Valentine’s Day is overrated. While the holiday is meant to center around love and purposeful connections, it presently represents a day of material possessions, gifts, and, for a lot of people, loneliness. Not every person wants to be bombarded by the back corner of Target starting in December with the copious... Continue Reading →
ADITYA HIREMATHPHOTOGRAPHERSTAFF WRITER 2/9/2026 As winter weather continues to affect campus life, Alma College students are experiencing firsthand how extreme cold, snow and ice affect their daily routines. One of the most significant factors influencing how Alma College handles winter weather is the age of its campus. Many of the buildings were constructed decades ago,... Continue Reading →
CHARLOTTE ROCKWELLPHOTOGRAPHER JACK JONESSTAFF WRITER 2/9/2026 Alma College's 2026 Winter Arts program is soon kicking off, with a varied slate of performances and productions with which to look forward to. The season will open with the Chamber Orchestra concert on Feb.14 at 3 p.m. which is sure to be a wonderful beginning to the season... Continue Reading →
KYLE SCHECKPHOTOGRAPHER LEXIE THAYERLAYOUT EDITOR 2/9/2026 Recently, pipes around Alma’s campus have been bursting, leaving problems in their wake. Bruske Hall, one of the freshmen dorm halls, had a pipe burst, temporarily setting off the fire alarms. This has since been fixed; however, the sprinkler system currently does not work in response, causing concern in... Continue Reading →
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 →
NAYONIKAA SINGHAALSTAFF WRITER Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19) January brings renewed confidence and quiet momentum across many areas of life. Career matters move forward steadily as hidden truths surface around you. Trust your instincts even when answers feel incomplete. Taurus (Apr 20–May 20) This month encourages you to step outside familiar patterns and expectations. Personal and professional risks awaken something... Continue Reading →
TOBY REEVESGRAPHIC DESIGNER KATELYN THOMASLAYOUT EDITOR 1/26/2026 As we step into the new year, it is important we reflect on the triumphs of last year. From small campus changes to national recognition, Alma College has seized every opportunity. This fall, Alma welcomed 323 first-year students. This is a 13 percent increase from last year. 43... Continue Reading →
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