Albion College

Keeping Academics in the forefront, the sense of balance at Albion College makes sure the students realize the value of activities like community service, sports, personal development, spiritual enrichment, leadership experiences, and other outdoor group activities etc. This is because the faculty as well as the staff at Albion College believe in the philosophy of “Student first”. The atmosphere at the college makes it clear that its not a sanctuary from the society outside or the laws and expectations of the society, but a place to challenge yourself to higher standards and expectations.

History

Starting with a 2 classroom building in 1861 the college today has more than 30 buildings spread over 225 acres of land. It all began with the efforts of the early settlers of Michigan territory. Being one of the earliest Midwest schools to introduce coeducation is only a small part of its rich history. The Phi Beta Kappa award that college received in 1940, making it the first private college in Michigan to do so, is a strong enough indicator of the stress put on liberal arts education.

Athletics

Being a member of Michigan Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) the college participates in 18 team competitions including football, basketball, tennis, swimming etc. The college has a history of encouraging the potential athletes and even got national accreditation from CAATE for their Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP).

Facilities

Albion College is a residential college which means the students have to board and live in the college residential system. This system includes residence halls, fraternity houses and apartments. The accommodation is provided on a sharing basis. The athletic facilities include Kresge gymnesium, Sprankle-Sprandel Stadium, Frank L. Joranko Baseball Field, Dempsey Softball Field, Dow Recreation and Wellness Center, Bernard T Lomas Fieldhouse, Dean Aquatic Center, Ungradt Tennis Center etc. These state of the art facilities support and encourage students in various outdoor and indoor sports activities. Mudd Learning Center /Stockwell Memorial Library complex contains more than 550000 print and non-print volumes. It also has a video viewing facility and computing laboratory. Whitehouse Nature centre, situated on Kalamazoo River, is a 144 acre preserve.

Trivia

To help students and staff appreciate, respect and accept the diversity of culture, ethnicity and race Office for Intercultural Affairs is functioning, which not only helps the under-represented students in their transition but also identify and refer students to the appropriate service groups among the many that exist in the campus. Alcohol and Other Drugs Intervention and Prevention Program works on alcohol and other drug related problems among students. Anna Howard Shaw women’s center focuses on the social, cultural and political events and programs for the Albion women community.

Tradition

The college is committed to liberal education in arts and science. The philosophy at Albion College treats students as adults and through its programs and events strives to help the society to adopt higher standards and challenges through their students. The college’s dedication in encouraging student volunteerism is evident from their membership in the Michigan Campus Compact.