News Releases

Barlow Trophy Recognizes Student Achievement
Alma College seniors Samantha LaChance of Mount Pleasant, Tristan Smith of Lowell and Kayla Zuiderveen of Falmouth are the 2012 nominees for the Barlow Trophy, Alma’s most prestigious award for a graduating senior.

Dean's List Announced for Fall Term 2011
dean's list

"Resonance' Showcases Alma at Detroit Opera House
Four Alma College performance groups take the stage at the historic Detroit Opera House for a concert that will surely “resonate” to a varied audience of prospective students, alumni and those who appreciate the arts.

Students Present Research at Michigan Academy
Alma College will host the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts and Letters’ 2012 annual conference on Friday, March 2.

Campus Dining Serves More Michigan-made Food
With sustainability on its radar, Alma College campus dining is looking to increase the amount of Michigan-made food products offered at campus facilities.

Model UN Team Captures Top Award at Regional
For the 19th consecutive year, Alma College received an “outstanding delegation” award at the Midwest Model United Nations Conference Feb. 15-18 in St. Louis, Mo.

MSU Pact Streamlines Access for Alma Pre-med Students
The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine has announced an agreement with Alma College that will provide an enhanced opportunity for Alma's pre-med students to attend medical school.

MCC Recognizes Contributions to Service Learning
Mary Theresa Bonhage-Freund has received a Michigan Campus Compact Faculty/Staff Community Service-Learning Award for her contributions to service learning at Alma College.

Choir Previews Winter Break Tour Repertoire
The Alma College Choir will preview songs it will perform on its upcoming winter break tour to schools and churches in metro Detroit.

Art Reflects Women's Perspective on Life
Four artists reflect women’s lives and experiences in a collaborative group show displayed in the Flora Kirsh Beck Gallery at Alma College.

Chorale, Glee Club Perform Shaker Worship Songs
The Alma College Chorale and Glee Club will perform 19th century Shaker worship songs during their annual winter concert.

Ideology Confronts Community in 'The Crucible'
Arthur Miller’s award-winning play “The Crucible” confronts honesty, community, perception and truth.

Kiltie Dancers Perform with Prominent Celtic Musician
Three members of the Alma College Kiltie Dancers will join prominent Celtic musician Alasdair Fraser onstage in East Lansing at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing on Feb. 10th at 8 p.m.

Guest Speaker Helps Musicians Play Without Pain
Guest speaker and osteopathic specialist Dr. David N. Grimshaw will present “Playing Without Pain: Integrative Medicine and the Performing Arts” at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13.

ASO Concert Features Student Concerto Winners
Talented Alma College instrumental and vocal students will perform as soloists during the Alma Symphony Orchestra's annual mid-winter performance.

 

Alma College’s early acceptance agreement with the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine recognizes the College’s strengths in science and health education. The agreement reserves two admissions slots per year for Alma College pre-med graduates.

 

Faculty Profile

Dr. Peggy Thelen

Dr. Peggy Thelen
Departments: Education

Dr. Peggy Thelen wanted to be a teacher since she was a young girl, but she did not take a direct route to the classroom. As an undergraduate, the assistant professor of education earned a degree in business administration. After working in the business field for many years, she went back to college, earning a bachelor’s degree in elementary education.

Thelen also earned a Master of Arts degree in elementary administration. After substitute teaching in elementary and middle school classrooms, and teaching preschool for many years, Thelen earned a doctorate from Michigan State University in family and child ecology.