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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 […]
College can feel like uncharted territory for many students. For first‑generation college students, that feeling is magnified by the expectation to bridge two worlds—home and campus—without a ready-made map. York College’s First Spartans program tackles that challenge head‑on, turning mentoring relationships into practical tools for success, confidence, and community. Why First‑Generation Mentoring Matters Research consistently […]
Bringing Classroom Theory to Life on the Northside Commons Site When civil‑engineering students consider how their academic background will translate into real‑world practice, the greatest doubts often stem from a lack of tangible experience. During a recent visit to the new Northside Commons dormitory, York College’s civil‑engineering cohort stepped beyond lecture halls and into the […]
Why the New Facility Matters for Engineering Students York College’s Knowledge Park has long been a symbol of partnership between education and industry. With the arrival of JDB Engineering’s new office, the campus gains a tangible connection to the local engineering community, allowing students to see the real‑world applications of their coursework. This collaboration is […]
From Classroom to Creepy Narratives: A Career Shift Dr. Cassandra O’Sullivan Sachar ‘99 has spent more than a quarter of a century shaping young minds in English classrooms while quietly harvesting her own craft behind the scenes. After earning her hands‑on experience as a middle‑school and high‑school English teacher, she pivoted toward full‑time creative writing, carving […]
