JACK JONESSTAFF WRITER 4/7/2025 The NCAA Division I men's and women's basketball tournaments, commonly known as March Madness, have been in full swing since late March. The tournaments are known for their intense rivalries and the unexpected upsets of high-seeded teams by lower-seeded ones fighting their way to a Cinderella story. This year's tournaments, however,... Continue Reading →
Event turnout at Alma College: Crickets
JAMIE DIEDRICHSTAFF WRITER 4/7/2025 Overall, I think it is fair to say that event turnout at Alma College is exceedingly low. In my opinion, the turnout at Alma College events varies so much because, like the college, they are not directed towards the average student. Alma students have such busy lives that there typically is... Continue Reading →
Should professors be paid more?
GAGANDEEP KAURGRAPHIC DESIGNER ADITYA HIREMATHSTAFF WRITER 3/24/2025 Alma College's foundation is arguably its professors, as they give students the academic assistance, expertise and mentoring necessary for success. However, their pay does not fairly represent the great weight they bear; many Alma professors’ average pay ranges from $63,000 to $92,000, I feel they should be making more... Continue Reading →
Pride House closure: Tasteless timing
RAE BROCKPHOTOGRAPHER JAMIE DIEDRICHSTAFF WRITER 3/24/2025 On March 3, 2025, Alma College sent out an email announcing the beginning of the housing selection process, along with a few additional announcements. One of the announcements was that the Pride House, an inclusive residential option for LGBT+ individuals, was being closed due to unsafe living conditions. The... Continue Reading →
After hours at Alma College
ADITYA HIREMATHSTAFF WRITER 3/10/2025 Though it could be better, the party scene at Alma College is good. It has many positive moments such as nights full of music, laughter and packed basements but some restrictions prevent it from truly shining. On one hand, I think it would be exciting if parties were a little more... 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 →
The groundhog remains a public enemy
LINDSEY ZARKAGRAPHIC DESIGNER JAMIE DIEDRICHSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 On February 2nd, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow and predicted that we would face six more weeks of winter. I do not think this prediction is accurate as it is both baseless and does not hold a candle to the lack of predictability when it comes to Michigan... Continue Reading →
The controversial 2025 Grammy Awards
LEXIE THAYERSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 The 2025 Grammys was undoubtedly a controversial award show this year; it was a night filled with stunning performances, great celebrations, and some questionable decisions. The controversy began before the award show even started, as Kanye West’s wife made an unforgettable appearance on the red carpet. At first, she wore a... Continue Reading →
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