Free screening of “Picture a Scientist”

By Faculty and Staff, Students

The 2023 Common Reading Experience presents “Picture a Scientist” in Bobbitt Auditorium on Oct. 11 from 7 – 9 p.m with opening remarks on the importance of diversity in STEM by Dr. Ashley Woodson.

Women make up less than a quarter of STEM professionals in the United States, numbers are even lower for women of color. But there is a growing group of researchers who are writing a new chapter for women scientists, exposing longstanding discrimination, and leading the way in making science more inclusive. A biologist, a chemist, and a geologist lead viewers on a journey through their own experiences in the sciences, ranging from outright harassment to years of subtle slights. Along the way, from cramped laboratories to spectacular field stations, scientific visionaries, including social scientists, neuroscientists, and psychologists, provide new perspectives on how to make science itself more diverse, equitable, and open to all.

Free popcorn will be provided by Albion College Library.

Posted on Thursday, October 05, 2023 by Jill Mason (jmason@albion.edu)

Earth, Environmental Club wellness event Oct. 10

By Faculty and Staff, Students

The Earth and Environmental club has teamed up with the assistant director for Spiritual Wellness to discuss Eco-axiety and how we can manage this anxiety in the time of rapid climate change. Join us at the Whitehouse Nature Center on October 10th from 6-7pm to participate in a guided discussion on creating a healthy relationship with the environment. For more information, contact ih11@albion.edu, bfl10@albion.edu, and ltodd@albion.edu.

Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 by Isaac Hautala (ih11@albion.edu)

History’s Coy James Lecture is today

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Dr. Ian Shin is the invited speaker for today’s (Wed., Oct. 4, 4:30 p.m.) Coy James annual lecture in American History. Born in Hong Kong, raised in California, and now in Michigan, he is a professor of social and cultural history at the University of Michigan. Dr. Shin has a wide variety of research interests in Asian American history and the history of the U.S. in the Pacific World between 1850 and 1950.  Please join the History department in Bobbitt Auditorium for Dr. Shin’s talk, “Collecting Empire: Chinese Art and U.S. Imperial Stewardship in the Early 20th Century”. Refreshments will be served.

Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 by Ellen Wilch (ewilch@albion.edu)

Boston University School of Public Health campus visit

By Faculty and Staff, Students

A partner from BUSPH will be on campus THURSDAY, OCT 5th from 12-1PM in the Kellogg Center to talk about Boston University’s School of Public Health. Through our Select Scholars partnership, eligible Albion College students can receive up to 50% tuition reduction at BUSPH after graduating from Albion College. Please stop by between 12-1 to learn more about this great program.

Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 by Maggie Godfrey (mgodfrey@albion.edu)

24-25 FAFSA opening December 2023

By Faculty and Staff, Students

For the first time in more than 40 years, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is being overhauled to make the process as smooth as possible for families. This overhaul means the FAFSA is not opening October 1 as it normally is. The 24-25 FAFSA is expected to open in December 2023, with the exact date to be determined.

We will communicate with students through email and Albion Today notices as additional details become available.

Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 by Rachel Connors (financialaid@albion.edu)

Looking for a GAP Year program that pays?

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Join us for an Information Session with City Year on Wednesday, October 11 from 12 -1 pm in the Ludington Center room #114. Pizza and beverages will be provided.

City Year is an education-focused, nonprofit organization that unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service to keep students in school and on track to graduation. At City Year teams of trained young people called AmeriCorps members serve full-time in schools during the academic year as tutors, mentors, and role models. Members earn $6,895 towards an education scholarship and receive a biweekly stipend between $890 – $1,190, based on the state location. Learn more at City Year.

If you are unable to attend the information session but would like to schedule a one-on-one appointment with the City Year representative, please contact the Career and Internship Center at careers@albion.edu or 517-629-0332. The City Year Campus Recruiter will be at Albion on October 11 & 12.

Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 by Dawn Hernandez (dhernandez@albion.edu)