ALMA COLLEGE NEWS

TV Commercial Wins Davey Award (Click Here to View) The Alma College Marketing and Communications Department was selected by The International Academy of Visual Arts to receive a Davey Award for its 60-second TV commercial that promotes the “Alma Experience.”

 

OTHER ALMA COLLEGE NEWS

February 2012


Rybicki Reads from New Collection of Poems
After his wife lost her 16-year battle with cancer, poet John Rybicki began writing in her memory. In his new collection of poems, titled "When All the World Is Old," Rybicki tells of how his family coped with her cancer.


Author of 'The Latino Threat' Gives Honors Day Address
A renowned anthropologist will share his insights on international migration during the keynote address for Alma College’s 16th annual Honors Day.


Masterworks Concert Features 'Israel in Egypt'
The Alma Symphony Orchestra and Alma College Choirs will join together to perform George Fredric Handel’s “Israel in Egypt.”


Highland Dancers, Pipers Celebrate Scottish Arts
The Alma College Kiltie Dancers and Pipe Band will perform both modern and traditional pieces and dances during a concert that celebrates the Scottish arts.


Senior Show Celebrates Students' Best Artwork
Commemorating their time in Alma College’s art department, eight graduating seniors display their best creative work in the annual senior show.


U.S. Senator Stabenow To Address Alma Graduates
Debbie Stabenow, the first woman from Michigan elected to the U.S Senate, will deliver the 2012 Alma College commencement address.


Zuiderveen Becomes Alma's 21st Fulbright Scholar
Alma College senior Kayla Zuiderveen of Falmouth has been awarded the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to conduct bacterial research in Colombia.


Highland Dance Origins Thousands of Years Old
Alma College Highland Dance Director Kate DeGood will lend her expertise to a Scottish arts video project coordinated by the St. Andrews Society of Detroit.


MCC Honors Students for Commitment to Service
Whether they are mentoring local youth, coordinating a community garden or participating in international service, Erica Adams and Andria Baker never hesitate to donate their time and skills to helping others.


From Bach to the Beatles: Dance Concert Offers Variety
From Bach to the Beatles, the Alma College Dance Company’s spring concert contains a wide variety of pieces designed to entertain a wide spectrum of tastes.


Community Conversation Focuses on Education
A “community conversation” for Michigan citizens will focus on the future of education in the state.


Women's Month Promotes Education, Empowerment
Alma College observes Women’s Month in March with events focused on the theme of “Women’s Education, Women’s Empowerment.”


Students Apply Knowledge at Science Olympiad
Alma College will host the Science Olympiad Region 15 Tournament on Saturday, March 31.


Scotland Considers Independence from the UK
As Scotland moves toward possible independence from the United Kingdom, Alma College professor Britt Cartrite predicts that the political landscape in Europe has been changed forever.


January 2012


Barlow Trophy Recognizes Student Achievement
Alma College seniors Samantha LaChance of Mount Pleasant, Tristan Smith of Lowell and Kayla Zuiderveen of Falmouth are the 2012 nominees for the Barlow Trophy, Alma’s most prestigious award for a graduating senior.


Dean's List announced for Fall Term 2011
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Model UN Team Captures Top Award at Regional
For the 19th consecutive year, Alma College received an “outstanding delegation” award at the Midwest Model United Nations Conference Feb. 15-18 in St. Louis, Mo.


Campus Dining Serves More Michigan-made Food
With sustainability on its radar, Alma College campus dining is looking to increase the amount of Michigan-made food products offered at campus facilities.


MCC Recognizes Contributions to Service Learning
Mary Theresa Bonhage-Freund has received a Michigan Campus Compact Faculty/Staff Community Service-Learning Award for her contributions to service learning at Alma College.


MSU Pact Streamlines Access for Alma Pre-med Students
The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine has announced an agreement with Alma College that will provide an enhanced opportunity for Alma's pre-med students to attend medical school.


Choir Previews Winter Break Tour Repertoire
The Alma College Choir will preview songs it will perform on its upcoming winter break tour to schools and churches in metro Detroit.


Chorale, Glee Club Perform Shaker Worship Songs
The Alma College Chorale and Glee Club will perform 19th century Shaker worship songs during their annual winter concert.


Art Reflects Women's Perspective on Life
Four artists reflect women’s lives and experiences in a collaborative group show displayed in the Flora Kirsh Beck Gallery at Alma College.


Students Present Research at Michigan Academy
Alma College will host the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts and Letters’ 2012 annual conference on Friday, March 2.


Kiltie Dancers Perform with Prominent Celtic Musician
Three members of the Alma College Kiltie Dancers will join prominent Celtic musician Alasdair Fraser onstage in East Lansing at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing on Feb. 10th at 8 p.m.


Ideology Confronts Community in 'The Crucible'
Arthur Miller’s award-winning play “The Crucible” confronts honesty, community, perception and truth.


December 2011


ASO Concert Features Student Concerto Winners
Talented Alma College instrumental and vocal students will perform as soloists during the Alma Symphony Orchestra's annual mid-winter performance.


Guest Speaker Helps Musicians Play Without Pain
Guest speaker and osteopathic specialist Dr. David N. Grimshaw will present “Playing Without Pain: Integrative Medicine and the Performing Arts” at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13.


'Resonance" Showcases Alma at Detroit Opera House
A concert that will “resonate” to a varied audience at an historic venue in downtown Detroit will showcase the talents and accomplishments of Alma College students.


Imani Winds Quintet Explores Cultural Collaborations
One of North America’s premier wind quintets known for its dynamic playing, diversified sound and unusual cultural collaborations will appear at Alma College.


Ravens, Crows Are Subjects of Gallery Art Show
The work of award-winning visual artist Karen Bondarchuk is on display in the Flora Kirsh Beck Gallery at Alma College.


Anthropology Added to Alma's List of Majors
Due to strong interest from students, Alma College has added anthropology to its expanding list of majors.


Anti-racism Author, Activist Keynotes MLK Week
Tim Wise, an anti-racism activist, author and educator who has spoken at more than 400 college campuses throughout his career, will deliver the keynote address for Martin Luther King Jr. Week at Alma College.


Greg Pscodna Named Head Football Coach
Greg Pscodna, a member of the coaching staffs on two national championship teams, has been named the new head football coach at Alma College.


Student Choreographers Showcase Dance Styles
At Alma College’s annual Student Choreographers’ Concert, students are in charge of everything — from the choreography to the lighting to the performing.


Guests Search for Clues at Murder Mystery Dinner
An evening of costumes, dancing, dinner and sleuthing are in store for those who attend a Murder Mystery Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 in Tyler Van Dusen Commons at Alma College.


Research Sheds New Light on Spider Courtship Behavior
Research led by Alma College professor David Clark has shed new light on the courtship behavior of male wolf spiders.


November 2011


Year in Review: Top Alma College Stories in 2011
The 125-year anniversary celebration, a presidential inauguration, and new academic and athletics programs were among the top Alma College stories in 2011.


TV Commercial Wins Davey Award
The Alma College Marketing and Communications Department was selected by The International Academy of Visual Arts to receive a Davey Award for its 60-second TV commercial that promotes the “Alma Experience.”


Professor Researches Works of Well-known Composer
A leading authority on 19th century Austrian composer Franz Schubert, Alma College professor Scott Messing recently presented the results of his research on the reception of the composer’s “Marche militaire” to an international audience.


Watch the Live Web Broadcast of the Festival of Carols
The Alma College Glee Club, College Chorale and Alma Choir will spread Christmas cheer at the annual Festival of Carols concert.


October 2011


Theatre Presents Annual One-Act Play Festival
In a process of learning, growth and collaboration, actors and directors in training come together to produce a series of plays known as the One-Act Play Festival. Alma College Theatre presents four works that are directed and performed by students.


Festival of Carols Spreads Christmas Cheer
The Alma College Glee Club, College Chorale and Alma Choir will spread Christmas cheer at the annual Festival of Carols concert.


Fulbright Award Supports German Language Study
Alma College faculty member Holly Liu was awarded a Fulbright grant to attend an academic seminar in Germany last summer — an experience she describes as “mind-opening” in her quest to prepare students to understand and communicate with


Students Serve Others During Alternative Breaks
Alternative Breaks offer Alma College students opportunities to make a difference in peoples' lives through their contributions to disaster relief, affordable housing, food outreach and other social efforts.


Many Courses Include Community Service
Service learning offers students opportunities to make a difference in the community through their academic courses, ranging from teaching creative movement to children to presenting a public literary analysis.