Alma Mater (Latin term)

"Alma mater" is a Latin term that translates to "nourishing mother." In a modern context, it refers to the school, college, or university that an individual attended and graduated from. People often use the term to express pride and loyalty towards their educational institution. It can also denote the place where one received significant education or personal development. In addition to denoting the institution, "alma mater" can also refer to the official song or anthem of that school.