Register Now for the Michigan Campus Community Challenge (M-C3)

As a part of MCA’s Talent for Michigan initiative, the Michigan Campus Community Challenge (M-C3) program is now open for registration. This is a student and faculty entrepreneurial, project-based scholarship competition, with proposals focused on improving a local community in the state, creating a positive social change, solving a problem or accessing an opportunity for a local business or organization, or developing a new product or service.

To enter the competition and to be eligible for the provided stipends project leaders should register by Friday, March 1, indicating their intent to submit a project. Once students have registered they will receive a follow-up email with further instructions on submitting their projects. The due date for project submission is Wednesday, March 20.

Register for the Community Challenge now. If you have any further questions or need any more information email MC3@michigancolleges.org.

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 by Career and Internship Center (careers@albion.edu)

Looking for a meaningful summer experience?

IKUS Life Enrichment Services in Grand Rapids provides individuals with disabilities an enriched life experience through recreation, advocacy, and meaningful relationships. IKUS has openings for Camp Counselors and Health Officers at their Indian Trails Camp this summer, May 27 – Aug. 9. Incentives include a $325 per week salary, living quarters, all meals, and free parking.

Stop by the KC tables on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn more. Visit Handshake, to apply and see full job descriptions. Learn more about IKUS.

Contact the Career and Internship Center at careers@albion.edu or 517-629-0332 for further questions.

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 by Dawn Hernandez (dhernandez@albion.edu)

Started thinking about where you’ll live next year?

We’re excited to release the Room Selection Process (RSP) for next year!

This information is most applicable for students returning for Fall enrollment.

Our department website provides a summary timeline for student action steps during RSP, with related forms and processes opening March 11 in eRezLife (log in with college username and password).

There will be some big changes to the process this year, so keep an eye on your email for detailed communication about RSP action steps, and take a moment now to reflect on the environmental, social, and financial factors you should consider for next year. Lottery numbers have been released and uploaded to eRezLife student profiles.

  • Step 1: Every student completes the initial housing FORM (March 11 – 25)
  • Step 2: Create your roommate PROFILE
  • Step 3: Form a roommate GROUP
  • Step 4: EXPLORE housing options available/eligible for your group
  • Step 5: SELECT your group assignment (April 1 – 5)

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 by AJ Mattson (amattson@albion.edu)

2024 Recent Graduate Student Trustee Applications Due March 1

Applications for the 2024 Recent Graduate Student Trustee Position are currently being accepted. This is a 2-year position on the Albion College Board of Trustees. Students who will be May 2024 graduates or who graduated early in December 2023 are encouraged to apply.

Students interested in applying should review the position description and application which are available at the Kellogg Center Information Desk and through the Student Development Office.

Applications and supporting material must be submitted to the Office of Student Development, Ferguson Hall, Suite 216 or StudentDevelopment@Albion.edu before 5 p.m. EST on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 by Michelle Owens-Koeppen (StudentDevelopment@Albion.edu)

Writing Center Workshop: Taking the Driver’s Seat in Thesis-Driven Writing

Writing a paper for class? We’ve got you covered! In this interactive workshop, we’ll delve into the foundations of thesis-driven and argumentative writing that’s applicable for students in all fields of study. Snacks provided.

Wednesday, Feb. 21, 5 – 6 p.m., 2nd floor of the Cutler Center (in Stockwell Memorial Library).

Register for the writing workshop

This workshop is designed and led by Peer Writing Consultants. Also, it’s free!

Posted on Monday, February 19, 2024 by Angela Zito (azito@albion.edu)

BSA Meeting This Thursday in the KC Living Room

Black Students’ Alliance (BSA) will be hosting its first general meeting of the semester this Thursday, Feb 22, at 5 p.m. in the Kellogg Center (KC) living room! We warmly invite you to join us to learn more about our organization as well as our goals for the semester. We are also actively recruiting dedicated individuals to join our Executive Board.

Feel free to email aof10@albion.edu should you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you and see you Thursday!

Posted on Monday, February 19, 2024 by Aisha Fagun (aof10@albion.edu)

Gain great resume-building experience this summer!

Eagle Village is a nonprofit organization located in Hersey, MI that specializes in the health and advancement of youth, families, and groups.  Through camps, residential services, Eagle Village Lighthouse Academy Charter School, foster care, and adoption programs Eagle Village serves youth and families. Eagle Village believes that every individual has value and the organization strives, through God’s help and love, to serve, value, and equip children, families, and groups for success.

Positions include:

Youth Specialist:

Mission Impact:

Internships:

Summer Staff:

Stop by the KC tables on Tuesday, February 20 from 11 am-1 pm to learn more. Visit Handshake, albion.edu/handshake, to apply and see full job descriptions or learn more about Eagle Village at eaglevillage.org/careers

Contact the Career and Internship Center at careers@albion.edu or 517-629-0332 for further questions.

Posted on Monday, February 19, 2024 by Dawn Hernandez (dhernandez@albion.edu)