Category Archives: Students

Walk-A-Mile 2024

Join Alpha Chi Omega in our annual Walk-A-Mile on Friday, October 18th at 6 pm on the quad. Walk-A-Mile represents walking a mile in the shoes of survivors of domestic violence. This event helps to bring awareness and educates members of the Albion College community about intimate partner violence and resources that are available for them here on campus and locally in our community. We will be partnering with S.A.F.E. Place a local shelter in Battle Creek for those who have suffered from domestic violence.  All donations go to S.A.F.E. Place. Additionally, tabling will take place at the KC from 11-2 pm on the 16th, 17th, and 18th of October.

If you would like to donate use this link: https://alphachiomega.crowdchange.co/42381

We hope to see you there!!

 

Posted on Tuesday, October 01, 2024 by Logan Hutchinson (lth10@albion.edu)

Delt Demo

Come participate in Delta Tau Delta’s philanthropy event Delt Demo, where attendees get to hit a car with a hammer! Delta Tau Delta will donate all proceedes to T1D, a type 1 diabetes research org.

At the grassy patch near the Dow on October 5th

11:30- till the homecoming game is over

$1 per swing

$5 for 15 seconds

$10 for 45 seconds

Posted on Tuesday, October 01, 2024 by Dane Checkon (sdc12@albion.edu)

Interested in publishing-industry careers?

English alumni will be meeting with students to discuss careers in the publishing industry. With years of experience as editors, freelancers, and marketing professionals at publishing houses such as HarperCollins, Hachette, the University of Chicago Press and Little, Brown, these alumni will share their stories, offer their advice, and answer your questions.

Join us: Friday, Oct. 4 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 405. All students are welcome!

Posted on Monday, September 30, 2024 by Krista Quesenberry (kquesenberry@albion.edu)

Seeking Community Corps Volunteers for INNOVATE Albion’s Fall Robotics Teams!

Do you enjoy working with elementary or middle school students or have experience in FIRST Robotics? INNOVATE Albion, a STEM and Robotics hub in downtown Albion, is looking for Community Corps volunteers to coach students in grades K-8 this fall. No robotics experience required—just a passion for working with youth and a willingness to learn!

Opportunities include:

  • FIRST Lego League Explore Team (K-3rd grade): 1 volunteer needed, Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm.
  • FIRST Lego League Challenge Team (4th-5th grade): 1-2 volunteers needed, Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00pm or Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30-6:00pm.
  • FIRST Tech Challenge (6th-8th grade): 2-3 volunteers needed, Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 5:30-8:00pm (programming/engineering/math skills a plus).

Additionally, we are seeking Community Corps volunteers to assist with elementary student field trips on the following mornings (8:30am-12:30pm):

  • Oct. 9, 16, 24, 30
  • Nov. 13, 14, 20, 21
  • Dec. 4, 5

 

Posted on Monday, September 30, 2024 by Lindsey Knowlden (lknowlden@albion.edu)

How about an internship in Washington D.C. for spring?

Terrell Austin, Washington Semester Program representative, will be hosting a virtual Information Session on Wednesday, October 1 from 12:30-1:30 PM. Students may register to join virtually at https://american.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEocuyqqD0jE9HX_kfF22ncz0dHdMvOO_-7 or join us in the Career and Internship Center, Ferguson Hall 3rd floor where pizza and beverages will be provided.

Established in 1947, the Washington Semester Program combines academic and experiential learning with an internship at one of D.C.’s many influential institutions.

All domestic off-campus programs offer an internship, as well as class credit. The deadline to apply for domestic off-campus programs through the Career and Internship Center (CIC) for spring 2025 is Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Please contact Dawn Hernandez at dhernandez@albion.edu if you are interested in applying for a domestic off-campus program.

Posted on Monday, September 30, 2024 by Dawn Hernandez (djhernandez@hotmail.com)

Giving Tuesday Student Phonathon – APPLY ON HANDSHAKE!

Students Engaged in Personalized Philanthropy (STEPP) is a calling program in Institutional Advancement in which students have an opportunity to speak with Albion College alumni, parents, and friends who love to hear about students’ personal experiences and campus updates. The calls are designed to build and strengthen the relationship that we have with our donors. Students also gather new contact information as well as encourage everyone to participate in GivingTuesday and annual giving programs. For further information, apply on handshake or email Paige Gustafson pgustafson@albion.edu

Posted on Monday, September 30, 2024 by Paige Gustafson (pgustafson@albion.edu)

BSA Presents: The Block Party (Celebrate & Connect)

This Saturday, October 5,2024 BSA and The Black Alumni Chapter will be hosting a “Block Party” for homecoming. This event will be hosted at Umbrella House, starting at 5:30-8pm. This event will consist of: Food, family fun, music, meet & greet, and connection. Most of all, you will get the opportunity to meet and participate in celebrating with our fellow alumni. To RSVP, please refer to Corq.  All are welcome to come!

For any questions contact our Event Coordinator, Ja’Nice (jkd12@albion.edu)

 

Posted on Monday, September 30, 2024 by Tatiyana Oliver (tso10@albion.edu)

Interested in publishing-industry careers?

English alumni will be meeting with students to discuss careers in the publishing industry. With years of experience as editors, freelancers, and marketing professionals at publishing houses such as HarperCollins, Hachette, the University of Chicago Press and Little, Brown, these alumni will share their stories, offer their advice, and answer your questions.

Join us: Friday, Oct. 4 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 405. All students are welcome!

Posted on Sunday, September 29, 2024 by Krista Quesenberry (kquesenberry@albion.edu)