Get yourself a bag of books for $1

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Phase Two of the Friends of the Albion District Library/AAUW annual book sale is now underway. This week only, during regular library hours, a bag of books is only a dollar! We still have thousands of books to choose from, so come on downtown to your public library (501 S. Superior St) and browse an interesting and eclectic selection of used books, upstairs in the Naomi Lane room. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday 9-5, Tuesday and Thursday 9-8, and Saturday 10-5 (closed Fridays and Sundays). Bring your friends, your own enormous bag (or use one of our regular-sized bags), and an actual dollar (sorry, cash only). Used books make great gifts!

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Ellen Wilch (ewilch@albion.edu)

Presentation on dam removal in Albion, Friday, Sept. 22

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Everyone is invited to a presentation and Q&A by Matt Diana (DNR), Dan Peabody (EGLE) and Suzannah Deneau (Wightman- consulting firm) on dam removal projects in Albion, Friday Sept 22, 2:15-3:15 pm in Norris Hall 101. There are five dams on the Kalamazoo River in the city of Albion and all of them are being considered for removal.  Earlier this year the city received a $1 million grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for removal design of the Albion dams. Sponsored by the Albion College Center for Sustainability and the Environment and the Earth & Environment department. Open to the public.

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Thom Wilch (twilch@albion.edu)

La Fiesta De Independencia / Dance Workshop Sept. 21

By Faculty and Staff, Students

If you always wanted to learn how to Bachata, Cumbia, or Salsa, you can come break it down with OLA at the La Fiesta De Independencia/Dance Workshop Thursday, Sept. 21 from 7-9:30 p.m. in the KC Stack. Formerly known as Salsa Night, OLA provides the campus with cultural events that tie to Hispanic/Latinx backgrounds. Wear something nice, grab a Jarrito and enjoy the Latin flare.  Co-Sponsored with Union Board and the Office of Campus Life.

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Karina Munoz (kem16@albion.edu)

Actuarial Interest Group first meeting Sept. 19

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Join us for the first meeting of the Actuarial Interest Group! We’ll start by getting to know each other, then delve into a comprehensive discussion about the actuary career path, providing valuable insights and perspectives. Additionally, we’ll outline and discuss the activities planned for this semester. Whether you’re a seasoned actuarial enthusiast or new to the field, this meeting is your chance to connect, learn, and participate!

The meeting is at Palenske Room 227 at 6:00 PM Tuesday, September 19. Hope to see you there!

Posted on Saturday, September 16, 2023 by Chloe Tran (tht10@albion.edu)

Holocaust Studies Service Learning Project information session

By Faculty and Staff, Students

The next Holocaust Studies Service Learning Project will be in May 2024! The program includes a one unit course (IDY 198) during Spring 2024, followed by a ten day trip to Poland. The program includes five days of service in a Jewish cemetery in Wrocław, exploration of Jewish history in Kraków,  and a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau. If you are interested in participating, join us in the KC Living Room on Thursday, September 21 at 4:15 to learn more.

Posted on Saturday, September 16, 2023 by Laura Brade (lbrade@albion.edu)

The Theatre Department presents: “The Play That Goes Wrong!”

By Faculty and Staff, Students

The Theatre Department’s production of “The Play That Goes Wrong!” features a night of mishaps, mischief and mania. It’s the opening night of the Ditzler Drama Society’s newest production, “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” and things have quickly gone from bad…to utterly disastrous. The group’s ambitious 1920s who-done-it has everything you never want in a show: falling props, collapsing scenery, an unconscious star, a corpse that can’t play dead and actors who trip over everything…including their lines. How will this eager ensemble battle against the odds? Will they make it to the final curtain call? Find out in the Theatre Department’s season opener at the Herrick Theatre in the Dow Center. Admission is free.

Showtimes:

Thursday, Sep. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Sep. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sep. 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sep. 24 at 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, Sep. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Sep. 29 at 7:30 p.m. (There will be post-show discussion with the cast and crew)

Saturday, Sep. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m.

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Hallie Charlefour (hmc13@albion.edu)

Earth and Environmental Club wellness event

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 Stirlings Books and Brew on October 3rd from 6-7pm to participate in a guided discussion regarding Eco-anxiety, and more specifically, Eco-fascism. For more information, contact ih11@albion.edu, bfl10@albion.edu, and ltodd@albion.edu.

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Isaac Hautala (ih11@albion.edu)