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Characteristics of a Trustee

Characteristics of a Trustee

  1. A trustee is honest, sincere, and optimistic; has a sense of humor; always brings goodwill; is a successful person and is a positive role model for others.

  2. A trustee strongly believes in

    • The importance of higher education in American society
    • The special role of private liberal arts colleges
    • Alma College’s mission and vision

  3. A trustee brings special, individual expertise which strengthens the board as a whole and allows the board, as a team, to carry out its responsibilities better.

  4. A trustee

    • Appreciates diversity in the background and opinion of others
    • Is able to contribute as a team member
    • Works effectively as part of a group
    • Deals constructively with conflicts of ideas and opinions

  5. A trustee has a passion for Alma and is excited to participate.

 

Alma College received a $150,000 grant from the National Science Foundation in August 2009 for research that could eventually lead to the development of more effective drugs to treat and prevent certain kinds of influenza, including human infections of swine and avian flu. "This project provides an opportunity for students to get involved in important laboratory research," says faculty member Jeff Turk, principal investigator.

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Student Profile

Jason Latz

Jason Latz
Graduation: 2008
Major: Education
From: Elsie, Michigan
Interests: Sports, Habitat for Humanity

Spring Term courses offer students opportunities to break out of the “Alma Bubble.” Off-campus study, especially in a foreign country, shows you how you relate to the rest of the world and how the rest of the world views American people, politics and policies. You can then integrate your real world experiences into your academic programs and your future career.

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