alma mater
Example Sentences
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The futuristic-looking museum was built on what used to be a parking lot next to the University of Southern California, the filmmaker's alma mater.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
The Hall of Fame coach is taking over for D’Anton Lynn, who bolted for his alma mater Penn State after two meh seasons.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
Cook’s fondness for his alma mater Auburn University, where he earned a degree in industrial engineering, periodically brings him back to campus for special events or football games.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 29, 2026
He’d committed to Cal State Fullerton, the alma mater of his father, Fred Freeman.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
When Dennis Hoagland and I first met, outside the career services office of my alma mater, I thought it would be a brief affair.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
