Pleiad Print Edition: April 21, 2025

Pleiad Print Edition: April 21, 2025

April 21, 2025 Seiji McSwain 0

Click here to view the April 21, 2025 print edition. Prints of this edition can be found in academic buildings across campus and in storefronts […]

A four picture collage of Albion College athletes competing in different sports: the top left image shows a women’s basketball player in uniform high-fiving another teammate; the top right image features a men’s lacrosse player in a purple jersey; the bottom left image shows a football player in a purple jersey lining up; the bottom right image shows a women’s golfer after her swing.

Graduating Student-Athletes: ‘It Really is a Privilege to be Here’

April 21, 2025 Seiji McSwain 0

Imagine being so deeply invested in a sport that you’ve played your entire life – then suddenly, you’re playing in what might be your final […]

An orange can of soda is held diagonally by a hand inside a rectangular cardboard box with a pink can of soda in the background. The can reads, “Prebiotic Soda, Orange.”

Staff Recs: The Best and Worst Pops, From Poppi to Dr. Pepper

March 28, 2025 Seiji McSwain 0

When we’re not busy trying to figure out what the heck Yik Yak is, getting out of a book slump or getting inside of the […]

A young man in a blue lab coat and safety goggles stands in front of a blackboard, smiling and pointing at a list of college basketball teams written in chalk. In the foreground is a table filled with various labeled lab bottles, test tubes and scientific equipment.

Opinion: Inside the Mind of a March Madness Bracketologist

March 24, 2025 Seiji McSwain 1

As a yearly March Madness watcher, I am constantly on the edge of my seat – waiting to see if my Michigan Wolverines make it […]

A young adult interacts with a digital display with the title “Albion College’s Athletic Hall of Fame.” Behind the display is a wall featuring images of Albion sports, and the photos are covered in a purple filter.

Updated Hall of Fame Installment Recognizes Student-Athletes in a New Way

March 21, 2025 Seiji McSwain 1

According to Albion College’s alumni association page, The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the achievements and prestige of […]

Basketball players in intense game action; one in white jersey with "Albion" attempts a shot while being defended by a player in black. Crowd watches intently.

Past and Present: Black Student-Athletes’ Experiences at Albion College

March 17, 2025 Seiji McSwain 0

As a two-time all-Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) first-team pick, MIAA Most Valuable Player and All-American basketball player Brandon Crawford, alumnus ‘06, made his mark […]

A packed student section raises their hands as a basketball player prepares to take a free throw in a college gym. The court has purple and gold branding, with players and referees positioned for the shot.

Photos: Women’s Basketball Moves on to MIAA Championship Semifinals, Routes Alma 69-52

February 28, 2025 Seiji McSwain 1

Applause and boos, lacrosse sticks banging on stands and the numerous different chants from the student section are things that you will hear during an […]

A baseball player wearing a purple and gray uniform swings a bat in an indoor batting cage, standing outside the batting cage a young man observes and takes notes.

Opinion: Sports Nerds vs Celebrities, a Battle of Numbers and Spectacle

January 24, 2025 Seiji McSwain 1

Since the beginning of humankind playing sports, we’ve been able to tell if an athlete is good at their sport just by watching them play […]

A person writes on a weekly dry-erase calendar filled with handwritten notes for various activities and meetings. The board includes inspirational quotes and affectionate messages.

Opinion: Where Do You Draw the Line With Campus Involvement?

November 11, 2024 Seiji McSwain 0

Every day of the week, I am planning for an event, attending at least one meeting, doing my school-work, managing Instagram posts and fulfilling my […]

A woman dressed in a black dress, red gloves, pearl necklaces, and a black-and-white fur coat, holding a long cigarette holder and a Halloween treat bag.

Photos: Everything But Ghosts and Ghouls at the Library’s Costume Contest

November 4, 2024 Seiji McSwain 1

One of the bigger Halloween events on campus is the annual costume contest, open to everyone on campus, whether it be students and faculty in-person […]

Six young adults pose cheerfully in front of a lush garden with white flowers on a sunny day. A few make silly expressions, with one putting two fingers behind another’s head like bunny ears.

Celebrating 10 Years of the Big Read’s ‘Big Family’ With its College Volunteers

October 21, 2024 Seiji McSwain 0

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Albion’s Big Read program, which, through student leaders, continues its mission of transforming how 8th to 10th graders […]

A group of student-athletes poses with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus in a festive setting with Christmas trees and gifts.

From Advocacy to Action, Albion’s SAAC Champions Student-Athlete Experience

October 7, 2024 Seiji McSwain 0

Since its re-establishment in 2019, Albion’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) has played an active role on campus, hosting community-oriented events such as lacrosse clinics and […]