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Why Albion College Theatre Program Stands Out Albion College’s theatre department is built on a blend of rigorous academic study and hands‑on production experience. The curriculum encourages students not only to perform but to immerse themselves in every facet of theatre—from directing to set construction and sound design. This multifaceted approach nurtures versatile practitioners who […]
Integrating Classic TV Wisdom into Modern Communication Studies Albion College’s visiting instructor of communication studies, Jasmine LaBine, has turned an iconic 1990s television mentor into a living classroom discussion. By citing the early‑career lessons of George Feeny—Best known from *Boy Meets World*—LaBine creates a framework that blends nostalgia with contemporary pedagogical strategies. Students connect personal […]
Why Gateway Course Redesign Matters for Student Success Gateway courses—those foundational classes in English, math, biology, and chemistry—often set the tone for a student’s entire college experience. When these courses remain rigid, they can become high‑dropout zones, especially for underprepared or low‑income students. Recent studies show that courses designed with flexible pacing, inclusive content, and […]
Understanding how financial data drives on-the-ground decisions is a cornerstone of modern business leadership. Albion College’s accounting and finance curriculum—paired with a data analytics minor—prepares students to translate numbers into strategic actions that keep operations running smoothly and profitably. This article explains the key steps for turning spreadsheets into dashboards, interpreting budgeting insights, and turning […]
Founding, Design, and Early Performances The Herrick Theatre opened its doors on October 3, 1975, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Albion College’s performing arts. Funded by Ray and Hazel Herrick, philanthropists behind the Tecumseh Products Company, the theatre was the first dedicated performance space on campus built expressly for the theatre department. […]
In December 2024, Albion College’s Julian S. Rammelkamp Professor of History, Marcy Sacks, earned national recognition when the Kent State University Press presented her with the 2025 John T. Hubbell Prize. The award honors the best article published in the field of Civil War History within the previous year, and Sacks’ paper, "I Shall Forward to You My Contraband: Tracing Coerced Wartime Black […]
Why Small Class Sizes Shape Meaningful Friendships When students arrive on the 300‑acre Albion campus, they often expect a typical college experience—late‑night study sessions, campus clubs, and dorm life. A less obvious but highly significant factor that sets Albion apart is the persistent focus on small class sizes. Faculty members teach an average of 14 […]
Legacy of Albion’s Sister City Program For more than a quarter of a century, Albion College’s partnership with Noisy‑le‑Roi and Bailly in France has linked students, faculty, and local residents across continents. The relationship has produced thousands of exchanges, from art exhibitions in 2019 to joint research projects in 2023. The dedication of the new […]
Why Albion College Provides a Strong Foundation for Global Finance Careers Albion College’s reputation as a boutique liberal‑arts institution is matched by the depth of its business curriculum. For students aiming to build a career in finance, the combination of rigorous coursework, hands‑on learning through the Gerstacker Institute, and a supportive small‑class environment creates a fertile […]
Why Community Partnerships Matter for Experiential Learning Students who engage with real‑world challenges develop problem‑solving skills that classroom theory alone cannot deliver. At Albion College, the push to embed experiential learning into the curriculum is tightly coupled with creating sustainable relationships with local businesses, nonprofits, and civic groups. The result is a win‑win: students gain […]
