Faculty List

Mark A Seals, Ph.D.

Professor of Education
Joined Alma College Faculty in 1999
SAC 236
(989) 463-7166
Office Hours: M,T,W,Th: 1:00-2:15 pm, T: 5:00-6:00pm, and by appointment
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I am glad to be a member of the Education Department here at Alma College, where we value our "close-knit" community and our ability to interact with students on a daily basis, guiding them toward their future goals. I have an open door policy, so feel free to contact me anytime with questions or concerns!

Education

  • Ph.D., Science Education, Purdue University, 1999
  • M.S., Education, Purdue University, 1991
  • B.A., Secondary Education, Eastern Oregon University, 1983

Research Interests

Caring: It's effect on educators and students; enlightening educator compassion for student viewpoints.

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Awards, Honors, Recognitions

Service to the College

Service to the Community

Service to the Profession

 

Bob Devaney, a 1939 graduate of Alma College, went on to become known as one of the greatest coaches in collegiate football history. In his 11 years as head coach at Nebraska, Devaney produced 11 winning seasons with two national championships. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1981. At Alma he played end and was the Scots’ Most Valuable Player in 1938.

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Graduate Profile

Heidi Henke

Heidi Henke
Graduation: 2000
Major: Art and Design

Art isn’t the only thing that took shape at Alma College for Heidi Henke ’00. The experience also helped her become a well-rounded individual and artist.

“The Alma environment not only nurtures education, but personal growth as well,” she says. “I was free to be myself and do the things I love. I had opportunities to be involved in many different activities and programs.”

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