Emma Figlewicz and Megan NeeleyNews September 21, 2021 On Sep. 11 downtown Alma closed its streets and opened a new event to the city called Alma Alive. People of all ages and ethnicities came to support the event that supplied itself with dancing, live music, car show, games and food. “Alma Alive is an event... Continue Reading →
Biden Presidency Update
Aishwarya Singh National September 19’ 2021 With eight months into the Biden presidency, much has happened for the 78-year-old former vice president to deal with. Not only did he inherit a country battling a worldwide pandemic, he inherited a contentious presidency with a strong challenge to the legitimacy of his victory and a troubling insurrection... Continue Reading →
Arrests and Attacks Continue with Capitol on High Alert
Felix Stoll News September 22, 2021 The past year has brought plenty of uncertainty and fear, especially pertaining to the safety of the United States capitol in Washington D.C. Much of this fear has come from the spike in both threats and attacks that the capitol has witnessed thus far. There have been attacks such... Continue Reading →
“The Importance of the Met”
Kaissidy Homolke and Haden Gross Opinion / News Sept. 22, 2021 On Sep. 13th the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Benefit (Met) in New York, NY hosted its 70th gala. Since 1948 the Met has been the pinnacle of galas. Both celebrities and designers alike strive to capture the attention of other patrons and... Continue Reading →
Campus prepares for homecoming
Sarah Sheathelm Campus One of the most exciting parts of the fall semester for any Alma College student is without a doubt homecoming. With the prime of the COVID-19 pandemic storming the college last fall, alumni were unable to travel back to celebrate and the Alma College campus hung quiet in the beginning of October... Continue Reading →
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Updates
Taylor Pepitone News September 15th, 2021 Johnson & Johnson, the world's largest and most broadly based healthcare company, has taken itself to the next level. Formerly known for their work in baby care, women’s health and much more, J&J expanded themselves by developing and producing vaccinations; more specifically, the COVID-19 vaccine. The Johnson & Johnson,... Continue Reading →
Alpha Xi Delta Philanthropy Change
Campus Emily McDonald September 8, 2021 Following twelve years of support for Autism Speaks, Alpha Xi Delta has changed their philanthropy affiliation. Autism speaks has faced criticism for various reasons: lack of autistic representation in decision-making positions; lack of funds going directly into services for autistic people and their families; and promoting anxiety and stereotypes... Continue Reading →
