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How to Do Something*

Students on train track

Do Something* is about more than just being polite to each other, although this is not a bad place to start.

Do Something* means ...

  • "Helping others in the community and making a difference." - Sarah
  • "To make Alma a better place to live." - Chad
  • "Going out and trying to improve someone’s day." - Brad
  • "Being environmentally friendly." - Nathaniel
  • "Not being apathetic and making the world a better place. In giving back to the community, they will see our efforts and pay it forward." - Buddy and Lisa
  • "A great way we can give back to the Alma community, a place that will give us so much back in return." - Lauren
  • "Uplifting someone. To put a smile on someone's face can be contagious!" - Ashley
  • "To always be kind and respectful to others." - Kathy
  • "To see everyone as equals, no matter the size, color, gender or lifestyle." - Devon
  • "Smile. Offer assistance. Compliment someone. Show patience." - Linda
  • "Brighten someone's day." - James
  • "Smile at those you pass." - Denise
Visiting Masonic Home residents

On a deeper level it means to become more aware of how our actions impact others.

You should Do Something* because ...

  • "If we all would just pitch in – even just a little bit – the world would be a better place for all of us." - Sarah
  • "It gives you a role in the community and makes you feel like we’re actually all part of something bigger." - Phil
  • "The best thing to do for others is to give your time. If we continue this project, we can make some big changes." - Laura
  • "If everyone does a little, a lot will get done." - Caitlin
  • "Positive energy is contiguous – by spreading it, you make the world a better place." - Buddy and Lisa
  • "It’s a great way to meet people and grow physically, emotionally and spiritually." - Krysti
  • "It shows members of the community that we support them." - Emily

Are you ready to Do Something*? Contact us if you have questions or ideas for future events.

 

More than 100 Alma College students and staff traveled to destinations in South Carolina, Kansas, Tennessee, and Texas for service projects during winter break in February 2009. "Alternative Break service experiences continue to gain popularity on Alma College's campus," says Sallie Scheide, assistant director in the Center for Responsible Leadership.

 

Student Profile

Jason Latz

Jason Latz
Graduation: 2008
Major: Education
From: Elsie, Michigan
Interests: Sports, Habitat for Humanity

Spring Term courses offer students opportunities to break out of the “Alma Bubble.” Off-campus study, especially in a foreign country, shows you how you relate to the rest of the world and how the rest of the world views American people, politics and policies. You can then integrate your real world experiences into your academic programs and your future career.