KAELYN WOJTYLKO STAFF WRITER Photo by EMMA GROSSBAUER Tattoos and piercings are very popular in today’s society, especially with college students. When walking around campus, I can guarantee that you walk past plenty of people who are supporting a unique tattoo or piercing. The thing many people forget about though is, what is going to... Continue Reading →
Academic services on campus
EMILY HENDERSON STAFF WRITER Photo by GRACE GRELAK Alma College has a plethora of academic services, yet many students may not utilize them. As classes near their midterms, students at Alma may begin to feel as though they need a little extra support to stay ahead of the curb. From the CSO, or the Center... Continue Reading →
Athletes improve in the off-season
ALYSSA GALL SPORTS WRITER Photo by ALLISON WOODLAND In an athlete’s career, they have two types of mindsets: their in-season mindset and their off-season mindset. The season is the time of the year where athletes get to shine and compete for what they have been training for all year. It is where they show off... Continue Reading →
Constitutionality of electing judges
CLAUDIA WALTER STAFF WRITER There is contention within the Michigan political system regarding the election of judges and its overall constitutionality and ethics. This issue has become more prevalent in the political system as of late due to the Michigan Secretary of State making a statement on the activity, highlighting the lack of investigation into... Continue Reading →
Alma welcomes potential athletic directors
COURTNEY SMITH STAFF WRITER This week, Alma College hosted three all-campus presentations on different potential candidates to fill the position of athletic director. The athletic director plays an important role on campus, so choosing the best candidate is a major responsibility. “The athletic director is the spokesperson for the athletic department so in terms of... Continue Reading →
Alma advocates for suicide
JASMINE D'ARCANGELIS STAFF WRITER Photo by RAUL RIVERA As we move into the future, more awareness is being brought toward mental health. This advocacy for mental health not only includes Mental Health Awareness month in May, but also Suicide Prevention Week. While National Suicide Prevention Week was the week prior, this past week the campus... Continue Reading →
College unveils $120 million campaign
CHELSEA FABER STAFF WRITER Photo by EMMA GROSSBAUER Earlier this month, Alma College unveiled the “Our Time is Now” fundraising campaign. This project has a goal of raising 120 million dollars to fund various projects such as renovating the Dunning Memorial Chapel and transforming the Kerhl Library into a Learning Commons. While the campaign was... Continue Reading →
Alma Dominates Homecoming
JACOB SMITH SPORTS WRITER Photo by ALLISON WOODLAND Homecoming weekend was action packed with Alma athletics. Alumni and fans from all over the state and even the country were in attendance. Football, cross country and women’s soccer all competed over the annual homecoming weekend. The football team had a dominant 51-16 win over their opponent,... Continue Reading →
