Do Something*

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What does it mean to Do Something*?

It means to:

  • Listen
  • Not inflict physical or emotional violence on others
  • Ask someone who is eating alone in the cafeteria if you can join them
  • Do the right thing
  • Treat others with respect
  • Be inclusive
  • Think twice before you say (or write) something that could hurt
  • Hold others (and yourself) accountable for action
  • Defend someone who needs your help
  • Practice compassion for others
Students clean up Pine River

The Do Something* project is based on the core values of community building: integrity, respect and responsibility. The goal of the project is to encourage those who study, live and work on campus to incorporate these values, evident in our Alma College mission, into our day-to-day interactions.

Students gather to Do Something

 

For five consecutive years, the Corporation for National and Community Service has named Alma College to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for engaging students, faculty and staff in meaningful service. More than 85 percent of Alma's 2011 graduating class participated in academic service learning during their time at Alma College.

 

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.”