Senior class gift information session

By Students

Calling all members of The Class of 2024: The Senior Class Gift is an Albion College tradition dating back to the 1800s. Please join us for an in-person info session on November 29 at 6 p.m. in the Kellogg Center Room 339 (Pizza will be provided!) or a virtual session on November 30 at 7 p.m. to discuss the legacy of the Class of 2024.

Please use this form to register for one or both sessions: https://forms.google.com. See you there!

Posted on Tuesday, November 07, 2023 by Jordan Revenaugh (jrevenaugh@albion.edu)

If you need professional clothing for an interview, CIC can help

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Thanks to the Class of 2023 Senior Gift, the Career and Internship Center has received numerous clothing donations for our Career Closet. Please stop by our office, Ludington Center – room #114, during business hours, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. to shop for your professional clothing needs. All clothing is free of charge and does not need to be returned. Donations of clean, modern, and professional clothing are welcome.

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

Posted on Monday, November 06, 2023 by Dawn Hernandez (dhernandez@albion.edu)

Fall job fair at EMU Nov. 8

By Faculty and Staff, Students
Albion College students are invited to attend the Eastern Michigan University 2023 Fall Job Fair on Wednesday, November 8, from 4-7 p.m. in Ypsilanti. Meet potential employers for full-time jobs and internships. Get insights about company culture and job requirements. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore your career options!
Meet one-on-one with 70+ recruiters and hiring managers offering hundreds of “ready to fill” job opportunities.
Prepare for the event:
  • Dress professionally
  • Bring 30 copies of your resume
FREE HEADSHOTS AVAILABLE AT EVENT
For more information and a list of the employers, visit Hansdake (LINK).
Students can park in the Student Center Paid Lot. The fair is on the second floor of the Student Center.
Contact the Albion College Career and Internship Center for more information; at careers@albion.edu or 517-629-0332

Posted on Monday, November 06, 2023 by Dawn Hernandez (dhernandez@albion.edu)

Theatre Dept. brings the zombie apocalypse in “2AZ”

By Faculty and Staff, Students

The year is 2 AZ: 2 years after the zombies came and the whole world fell apart. You’ve seen zombie horror before, but never live on stage. Albion’s Theatre Department delivers a gory action spectacular about who survives and what they become after the world ends. Originally developed by Jeff Daniels’ Purple Rose Theatre Company, Albion is proud to present only the second production of this edge-of-your-seat thriller. Mature audiences only. At the Herrick Theatre in the Dow Center. Admission is free.

Performances:

Thursday, Nov. 9 at 7:30pm

Friday, Nov. 10 at 7:30pm

Saturday, Nov. 11 at 7:30pm

Sunday, Nov. 12 at 2:00pm

Thursday, Nov. 16 at 7:30pm

Friday, Nov. 17 at 7:30pm (Post-show discussion with the Cast & Crew)

Saturday, Nov. 18 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm (2 performances)

Posted on Sunday, November 05, 2023 by Zach Fischer (zfischer@albion.edu)

Brit Talks part of Gerstacker’s 50th anniversary celebration

By Faculty and Staff, Students

Join us to hear BRIT/TALKs – as alumni celebrate Gerstacker Institute for Business and Management’s 50th Anniversary!
Here why Albion College was so special to these alumni!

Friday, November 10th from 1:30-3:30 in Norris 101 Auditorium

Josh Fales, ’06 -Owner of CreateMyTee

John Pearce, ’11 – Portfolio Mgr. at Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, recognized in Chief Investment Officer magazine’s Class of 2023 NextGens.

Caroline Hurteau, ’12 – Community Liaison at Caster Concepts, Inc., and Executive Director of INNOVATE Albion.

Natalie Krauss, ’18 – Program Manager at Aludyne -a leading global, vertically integrated manufacturer of aluminum and iron cast and machined automotive components.

Posted on Friday, November 03, 2023 by Renee Harlow (rharlow@albion.edu)

Campus to celebrate First-Generation Day Nov. 8

By Faculty and Staff, Students

First-Generation Day is a national day recognized by the federal government to highlight the accomplishments of students who are the first in their families to attend and graduate college. This day also celebrates the choice of stepping into a different space than any other family member has before, the value that these students have placed on education and their future, and the hopes of their families. Please join TRIO Student Support Services, the Cutler Center and Albion College in celebrating First-Generation Day, Wednesday, Nov. 8. If you are a first-generation college student, please stop by the Cutler Center Monday, Nov. 6 to pick up a free t-shirt and poster for the event. You can wear the T-shirt Nov. 8 when we will have a group photo taken. If you would like to be in the photo, please meet at the Cutler Center at noon, Wednesday, Nov. 8.

Posted on Friday, November 03, 2023 by Ward Mullens (wmullens@albion.edu)

Create with crochet Nov. 3

By Students

The Art Club invites you to an evening of fun and craft at our crochet event! Join us for an evening of artistic expression, warm company, and endless possibilities as we come together to create beautiful crochet masterpieces. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or a complete beginner, this event is designed for everyone! Don’t worry about bringing a thing! We’ve got all the crochet materials you need to get started. So, mark your calendar for Friday, November 3rd. The event starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 8:00 PM in the KC. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend!

Posted on Thursday, November 02, 2023 by Leslie E Rivas (ler10@albion.edu)

Advancing community sustainability, livability

By Faculty and Staff, Students

What are Michigan cities doing to make sure we protect the environment while creating a community for everyone?  On Thursday, November 9, at 7:00 pm in Bobbitt Auditorium, join Danielle Beard, ’17, from the Michigan Municipal League as she addresses this topic.  Sponsored by the Ford Institute, the Center for Sustainability and the Environment, and the Political Science department.

Posted on Thursday, November 02, 2023 by Eddie Visco (evisco@albion.edu)