Humanities
More than 100 Alma College students and staff traveled to destinations in New Mexico, Tennessee, Philadelphia, Louisiana and North Carolina for service projects during winter break in February 2007. “Alternative Break service experiences continue to gain popularity on Alma College’s campus,” says Sallie Scheide, assistant director in the Center for Responsible Leadership.
Graduate Profile
Amanda Leppek
Graduation: 2006
Major: Spanish and Sociology
Minor: Psychology
Amanda Leppek knew she wanted to perfect her Spanish, and realized the only way to do this would be to study in a Spanish-speaking country.
"The Spanish program in particular was definitive for my Alma, and more broadly my college, experience because of my time spent studying abroad," the 2006 graduate says.