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

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

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

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)

Advancing community sustainability, livability

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)

Come Write In: Saturday writing groups all month

As part of our celebration of NaNoWriMo, the AC Writing Consulting program and Albion District Library invite you to “come write in” every Saturday in November. These writing groups offer a dedicated space for all writers (whether you’re working on a novel, research paper, or senior thesis) where you can write in community with others. Come when you can and write for as long as you can! Refreshments will be provided. Times, locations, and registration here!

Posted on Thursday, November 02, 2023 by Angela Zito (azito@albion.edu)

Student Farm fall clean-up event

THE STUDENT FARM NEEDS HELP!!!!!! With winter fast approaching, CSE needs help closing the farm for the season.  This Sunday, Nov. 5th, 2023, from 2 to 5 pm we will be at the student farm.  Come when you can.  We need as much help as we can get.  We will be serving food at 4 pm.  Please RSVP on this form if you plan to attend.

Posted on Wednesday, November 01, 2023 by Thom Wilch (twilch@albion.edu)

Be an environmental, climate justice changemaker

On Friday 11/3 at  215-315 pm in Norris 101, Sean McBrearty, the state director of Clean Water Action will be talking about  “Campaigning for Environmental and Climate Justice-  a nuts and bolts session on how to create environmental campaigns that build power.” The event will be followed by informal discussion and refreshments in the Science Atrium.  

The event is part of the colloquium series of the Center for Sustainability and the Environment (CSE) and Earth and Environment Department (E&E), and  is co-sponsored by the Ford Institute.

The event is open to the public.

Posted on Wednesday, November 01, 2023 by Thom Wilch (twilch@albion.edu)