alma mater
Example Sentences
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California’s renewed belief largely stems from first-time skipper Tosh Lupoi, who has instilled enthusiasm at his alma mater since taking over for the fired Justin Wilcox in December.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
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
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
Savannah crossed town to the University of Arizona, her alma mater, and strode the quad in sunglasses and a sundress, trailed by the marching band playing the school’s fight song, “Bear Down, Arizona.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
At the holiday assembly, the words of the alma mater had wings.
From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli
