Information you need to know about Brit Books

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Welcome to the start of Fall!  

  • By now, you should have received an email from Barnes & Noble about the Brit Books program and the materials required for your Fall courses. If you haven’t yet done so, please use that email to make your selections so the bookstore may begin assembling your materials
  • You may request removal from the program during the ‘opt-out’ period, which ends on September 11. The opt-out form is on the website: albion.edu/brit-books, under ‘How Do I Change My Program Status?’
  • If you choose to opt out, you may opt back in before the deadline. Your program status as of the close of business on September 11 will determine your status for the Fall semester
  • Students expecting credit for opting out of Brit Books will see the credit on their account after September 15. Please do not contact Student Accounting to request a credit to your account before September 15
  • Please contact the Bookstore with any questions about Brit Books:  bookstore@albion.edu or 629-0391

Posted on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 by Karla McCavit (kmccavit@albion.edu)

The Albion Pleiad is looking for help

By Students

Are you looking for a flexible and unique work experience? Are you interested in writing, photography, graphic design, webpage layout, marketing, social media curation or research? Considering joining the Pleiad for Fall 2023!

The Pleiad is a student-run multi-media publication that has been serving the Albion College community since 1883. We are seeking dependable and curious students to join our diverse staff.

We are accepting applications for staff writers and staff photographers, both part-time and volunteer. Students with a special interest in news and sports should especially apply!

 

Click here to learn more and apply for the staff writer position.

Click here to learn more and apply for the staff photographer position.

 

If you have any questions, contact editor-in-chief Bella Bakeman or managing editor Bonnie Lord. Applications are open now through Sept. 8.

Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 by Bonnie Lord (bfl10@albion.edu)

The Albion College AmeriCorps program is hiring

By Faculty and Staff, Students

We are looking for students who get. things. done!

The Albion College AmeriCorps Program is seeking students of all majors who are excited about engaging with the community. AmeriCorps members apply what they are learning in the classroom and, in partnership with the local community, create meaningful change.

Enrolled members…
– Serve 10-20 hours/week
– Receive targeted, intensive professional development, community engagement and equity theory training
– Earn a living allowance and education award
– Grow personally and professionally while making a difference

Possible positions include:
High School Tutors
Housing Services Coordinator
Older Adult Technology Educator
Elementary School Mentors
Marketing and Communications Specialist
And more!

If you are interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to an AmeriCorps position on Handshake.

Members will begin service on September 4 and September 18 and will serve until the end of the Spring semester.

Posted on Tuesday, August 08, 2023 by Lindsey Knowlden (lknowlden@albion.edu)

Apply to become a peer writing consultant

By Students

The Albion College Writing Consulting program is hiring peer writing consultants for the 2023-24 academic year. As a peer writing consultant, you will develop a deeper understanding of academic writing conventions and diverse rhetorical contexts by talking with fellow students about their writing—at any stage of the process and for courses across the curriculum. Students of all majors (sophomores through seniors) who are curious about language, learning and writing are encouraged to apply.

Apply on Handshake. If you have any questions, email Angela Zito (Director of Writing Consulting).

Posted on Monday, August 07, 2023 by Angela Zito (azito@albion.edu)

Curtis Summer Bridge promotes self-exploration in STEM

By Faculty and Staff, Students

August 31st was a monumental occasion, it was the first day of the James L. Curtis Institute for Race and Belonging Summer Bridge. Powered by a Department of Education’s Title III grant to expand STEM programming access to historically underrepresented student populations, the summer bridge is designed to promote student success. With intersecting topics focused on people, places, and things, this interdisciplinary bridge fosters the most authentic spirit of Liberal Arts Education and self-exploration. During this three-week immersive learning experience, students learn the history, language, and sociological factors that impact our environment. Additionally, students will participate in cultural opportunities that further enrich their learning. This Summer Bridge would not have happened if not for the collaborative efforts of our Albion College colleagues in the Office(s) of Belonging, Student Success, Student Life, and Community Living: Thank you! Questions:  amccaskill@albion.edu

Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2023 by Mr. Ari McCaskill (amccaskill@albion.edu)

Lunch and Learn event rescheduled for Aug. 9

By Faculty and Staff

The Albion College Office of Belonging final Lunch, Learn and Lead summer workshop, “Identifying Trigger Words,” originally scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 2 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 9 at noon in Norris 101. The workshop will explore foundational principles of belonging and justice and share promising practices that move our community closer to inclusive excellence. Bring your lunch and come with questions.

Posted on Tuesday, August 01, 2023 by Ward Mullens (wmullens@albion.edo)