Gelston Hall

Photo of Gelston hallPhoto of Gelston hallPhoto of a room in Gelston hallGelston Hall is a co-ed residence hall conveniently connected to the Tyler-Van Dusen Campus Center. The Hall is wired for online computer access and features in-room cable television.

Every residence hall has a lobby, study lounge, computer lab and laundry facilities. The Hall is staffed by student resident assistants and a postgraduate hall director.

Gelston Hall was named in honor of Mary C. Gelston, Alma’s first dean of women and a member of the faculty from the opening of the College in 1887 until 1906. Construction was completed in 1956 and was initially an all-female hall.

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Alma College boasts a 13-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio, a liberal arts approach to undergraduate education, 33 academic majors, self-designed programs of emphasis, pre-professional programs in law and medicine, and an intensive Spring Term that provides opportunities for innovative courses, travel classes, research and internships.

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Leadership Profile

Mariah Nawrot

Mariah Nawrot
Graduation: 2014
Major: Biology and Chemistry

Because she is the Alma College swim team captain and a resident assistant, those who work with Mariah Nawrot might be surprised to find out that the seemingly natural leader is actually very shy.

“Alma has made me step out of my comfort zone and become a leader,” she says. “Despite my shyness, I’ve learned that people are really willing to listen to your guidance if you’re respectful and also listen to where they’re coming from.”

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