FILIPPOS MOURIKISSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 As we hit the halfway mark of the Winter 2025 semester, the Class of ‘25 begins to wind down their final semester at Alma College. The college is holding events throughout the semester for seniors, leading all the way up to the heavily awaited day of Commencement. One of the first... 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 →
Unknown future for Department of Education
EMMA FIGLEWICZPHOTO EDITOR 2/17/2025 Under President Donald Trump’s administration, significant changes are underway for the U.S. Department of Education which reflect his long-standing goal to reduce its influence and promote alternative educational policies. While campaigning for his second term in office, Trump repeatedly mentioned how he sought to close the Department of Education. “We want... Continue Reading →
Alma College celebrates Black History Month
NAYONIKAA SINGHAALSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 Black History Month is more than just a time to recognize the achievements of Black individuals; it is an opportunity to reflect on their resilience, contributions and ongoing struggles. Each February, communities across the nation come together to celebrate through powerful speeches, artistic showcases, educational events and community initiatives that highlight... Continue Reading →
Alma College’s Scots and Sibs Weekend
CHARLOTTE ROCKWELLPHOTOGRAPHER BRYCE BIRCHMEIERSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 Alma College held its annual siblings weekend, dubbed “Scots and Sibs,” from Feb. 14-16. Family members from the ages of seven to 18 came to Alma for this family-friendly weekend. The cost of registration for this event was $25 for one child and $30 for two. Registration closed at... Continue Reading →
Weaving Wellness Your Way—Spreading Kindness on Alma’s Campus
AUDREY HESTERSTAFF WRITER 2/17/2025 This February, Alma College is striving to spread kindness across its campus as part of an overall effort to improve the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of its students, staff, and faculty. February has been Random Acts of Kindness Month nationwide for decades, and is a month of intentional efforts to... Continue Reading →
Alma College announces “Para to Pro” program
JORDAN FOXCOPY EDITOR 2/17/2025 On Jan. 31, Alma College signed with Mid Michigan College to officially launch its Paraeducator to Special Education Teacher program. The initiative was led by Peggy Yates, Director of Master's in Special Education and Associate Professor of Education at Alma College. The program is a four-year, online degree designed for paraeducators working full-time... Continue Reading →
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