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Blog: Myth busted — Haunted library bathroom?

Jillian Putnam - February 16, 2012 [ ]
Blog: Myth busted — Haunted library bathroom?

Does Albion’s library have a Moaning Myrtle? Similar to “Harry Potter”, a continuous rumor has circulated throughout Albion that the second-floor Stockwell bathroom is haunted by a woman, who supposedly committed suicide inside of it in the 1920’s. Students are somewhat apprehensive to use this bathroom due to this eerie rumor, however, this myth has [...]

Wait, what? — Socially awkward Albion?

Jillian Putnam - February 10, 2012 [ ]
Wait, what? — Socially awkward Albion?

As quoted in the 1985 film, The Breakfast Club, “You see us as you want to see us in the simplest terms and the most convenient definitions. You see us as a brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess and a criminal. Correct?” Ever felt a little awkward at a party or in class? [...]

Get Fit — Albion’s second semester is kicked off with wellness

Jillian Putnam - January 27, 2012 [ ]
Get Fit — Albion’s second semester is kicked off with wellness

The new semester not only brings a new class schedule and wardrobe, but also the start of new wellness across campus. The Wellness Program at Albion College has made considerable efforts in engaging students and staff with their body physically and spiritually.  The wellness committee, which includes a mix of professors and students, believes that [...]

Close Calls — Attempted muggings raise safety precautions

Jillian Putnam - November 18, 2011 [ ]
Close Calls — Attempted muggings raise safety precautions

Extra precautions are being taken as Albion College experienced two attacks only two days apart. These assaults are the first reported by an Albion College student in the past three years. On Nov. 10 and Nov. 13 two different assault incidents occurred and were reported to Campus Safety.  The first attack happened to a female student at [...]

Blog: It’s Not As Bad As It Seems— How not to be bored at Albion

Jillian Putnam - November 11, 2011 [ ]
Blog: It’s Not As Bad As It Seems— How not to be bored at Albion

Let’s face it: Albion isn’t exactly a classic example of a college town.  There are some good restaurants and bars, but that’s pretty much it.  For the most part, students don’t wander around the town for new adventures and if they do, it’s on a very low income.  Most students stay on campus and look [...]

Final Farewells — Anonymous plans to destroy Facebook forever

Jillian Putnam - November 4, 2011 [ ]
Final Farewells — Anonymous plans to destroy Facebook forever

“Remember, remember the fifth of November. The gunpowder treason and plot. I know of no reason why the gunpowder treason should ever be forgot.” A video was uploaded on YouTube by the group Anonymous stating that on Nov. 5 Facebook will be destroyed.  They ask the world to join them in an effort to save [...]

Get Your Soapbox On — Ford Institue Presents Student Debates

Jillian Putnam - October 28, 2011 [ ]
Get Your Soapbox On — Ford Institue Presents Student Debates

The Ford Institute provided their second “Get your Soapbox on” debate on Oct. 25 asking, “Should guns be allowed on campus?” The Soapbox series is a new event that is put on by the Ford Institute as a way for students to voice opinions on issues that are relevant to the current day culture. These [...]

Thanks Sally! – Albion Honors Benefactress of Cutler Commons

Jillian Putnam - October 14, 2011 [ ]
Thanks Sally! – Albion Honors Benefactress of Cutler Commons

With improvements to Stockwell Library complete, the time came to formally recognize Sally Cutler, ’75 alumna, whose endowment made the remodeling possible. Albion College held a dedication ceremony for Cutler last Friday morning.  The library is now supplied with new technology, furniture, and an overall appearance.  The Stockwell section is completely transformed from the old. “I [...]

Bashing Brit — New Mascot Leaves Students Apathetic

Jillian Putnam - October 7, 2011 [ ]
Bashing Brit — New Mascot Leaves Students Apathetic

(Note: This is a featured blog post from a Pleiad staff writer) College names new mascot “Brit”. Entire student body collectively says “meh” and continues to go about their business. All hail the mighty Brit.  Albion College announced the first mascot in 176 years, begging the question, what is a “Brit”? Whether by email, Facebook [...]

CAMPUS SAFETY

According to Ken Snyder, Director of Campus Safety,

Campus Safety...

- works to provide and promote a safe living, learning, and working environment for all members and guests of the College community.

- is the primary (but not sole) office on campus that responds to violations of the community standards-practices, expectations, and regulations- of the Albion College community.