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News and announcements from Skidmore College

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Weekly Highlights

News: 2024 Commencement speakers, Skidmore’s collaboration with the nonprofit RISE

Human Resources: Sustainability coordinator position, EAP Workshop on Resilience

‌Faculty-Staff Achievements: Paul Benzon, Kristofer Covey, Steve Ives, Justin DeBlauw, Rebecca Johnson, Brooke Paradise, Alexandra Prince, Kieron Sargeant

‌A˛Ô˛Ô´ÇłÜ˛Ôł¦±đłľ±đ˛ÔłŮ˛ő: April staff/faculty meetings, solar eclipse viewing glasses, Yes! Days for admitted students, president’s office hours, Earth Month efforts

‌Athletics News: Seven home athletics events this week: rowing, tennis, lacrosse, baseball

Upcoming Events: “What Will it Take to Save Social Media?," "Experience Matters: A conversation around inclusion at Skidmore College," Off-North Broadway’s Spring 2024 Cabaret

Skidmore News

Commencement ceremony at SPAC

Luis A. Miranda Jr. and Luz Towns-Miranda will receive honorary degrees and address graduates.

Sybil Newell '00

The partnership between Skidmore’s Social Work Department and the long-running Saratoga nonprofit, which is led by Skidmore alumna Sybil Newell ’00, has a powerful impact on the students and the struggling populations they’re serving.

Human Resources

‌‌Position openings

invites interested Skidmore employees to submit application materials for the openings listed below:  

  • Coordinator – Sustainability Programs

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‌To apply, please access the . Click on the tile for “Oracle HCM,” click “Me,” and then click on “Current Jobs.” You can access current open positions for .

 

‌Professional development, events, training, and other opportunities ‌

  • EAP Workshop on Resilience, 10-11 a.m. Thursday, April 11, at Surrey-Williamson Inn

 

‌For more information, including registration details and a full listing of opportunities, visit the .

Faculty-Staff Achievements

Paul Benzon, associate professor of English, published an essay. Read more>> 

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‌Kristofer Covey, assistant professor of environmental studies and sciences, presented to a Californian advisory committee. Read more>> 

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‌Steve Ives, associate professor of health and human physiological sciences, and Justin DeBlauw, associate chair of health and human physiological sciences, published a research paper. Read more>> 

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‌Rebecca Johnson, professor and chair of psychology, published an empirical study. Read more>> 

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‌Brooke Paradise, associate dean of student affairs for inclusion and engagement, graduated from The Leadership Institute. Read more>> 

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‌Alexandra Prince, assistant professor of religious studies, published a chapter in a book. Read more>> 

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‌Kieron Sargeant, assistant professor of dance, co-authored an online publication and helped organize a conference. Read more>>

Announcements

April staff and faculty meetings 

‌April staff and faculty meetings will take place this Friday, April 5, in Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor. The will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. and the will take place at 3:30 p.m. Employees have the option to participate in either meeting by Zoom.

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‌Solar eclipse viewing glasses and event ‌

‌From approximately 2:15 to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 8, the moon will gradually block the sun in the sky above Skidmore. At 3:27 p.m., the sun will be 98% percent blocked by the moon. The Office of Communications and Marketing will distribute free Skidmore-branded eclipse glasses for the community to pick up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 4, 5, and 8 outside of the Skidmore Shop — while supplies last. All are then invited to bring their glasses and questions to Case Green for a viewing event featuring science faculty, including astrophysicist Mary Crone Odekon.

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‌Yes! Days for accepted students 

‌Tłó±đ College will be hosting Yes! Days for admitted students on Friday, April 5; Friday, April 12; and Monday, April 15. Please be aware that there will be an increase in traffic across campus on these dates, including at the North Broadway entrance and Murray-Aikins Dining Hall. Parking in multiple areas of campus, primarily near Arthur Zankel Music Center, will be affected. Everyone is invited to address questions, provide directions, or simply say hello to our guests as they chart the next four years of their academic journeys.

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‌President’s office hours ‌ ‌ ‌

‌President Conner will hold office hours from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 4. All faculty, staff, and students are invited to request a 10-minute, in-person appointment. To register, please email presoff@skidmore.edu. Requests will be handled in the order that they are received. 

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‌Middle States affirmation of accreditation 

‌Skidmore is beginning the affirmation of accreditation through (MSCHE). An informational meeting about the process will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, and feature MSCHE Vice President Liaison Judith Sciple. All Skidmore community members are encouraged to attend. Contact Amy Tweedy for more information.

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‌Hiring for Reunion weekend 

‌Alumni Engagement is hiring current students and college-aged children of Skidmore employees to serve as Reunion ambassadors, assisting alumni engagement staff throughout Reunion weekend (Thursday, May 30, to Monday, June 2). Campus housing for that weekend is available to current students. More information about expectations and requirements is available on the job listing: Current students should apply to Job #1562 SW - Reunion Ambassador, and all other candidates to , by Tuesday, April 30. Email alumni@skidmore.edu with questions. 

 

‌2024 Summer Pre-College ‌

‌Did you know is one of the top 10 in the country? Returning to in-person learning this year, high school juniors and seniors are invited to live on campus, take Skidmore classes, and earn college credit. Classes run July 1 to Aug. 3.

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‌Give+Go move-out donation collection 

‌From April 28 to May 18, students are invited to donate non-perishable food, clothes, and gently used home goods to our local nonprofit partners: Backstretch, Trinity Alliance, and Capital City Rescue Mission. The Sustainability Office calls for Skidmore community volunteers to sign up for donation organization, , and . Read more on the Give+Go website

Celebrating Earth Month 

‌Tłó±đ Office of Sustainability will be hosting a variety of events throughout April in celebration of Earth Month. A full schedule of events, including a campus tree tour, an Arbor Day tree planting, and more, is available online or at on Instagram. Contact Jen Natyzak with questions.

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‌Reusemore competition 

‌Students and employees are invited by class year and staff/faculty group to participate in Reusemore and reduce campus waste by signing up for reusable containers at The Spa. The group with the most April sign-ups has the chance to win a Spa gift card. Contact Isabella Figlioli with questions.

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‌Altered book contest ‌

‌Scribner Library welcomes all individual and team entries for the ninth annual . Entries will be accepted through noon on Friday, April 12.  

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‌Jigsaw puzzles needed 

‌As finals approach, 's first-floor puzzle table receives a lot of use; consider donating old jigsaw puzzles so the library can continue to offer this resource. The bigger the puzzle, the better. Puzzles can be dropped off at the Circulation Desk during open hours. 

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‌Red Cross Blood Drive 

‌Tłó±đ Red Cross will be holding a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 12, in the All-Purpose Room, Williamson Sports Center. To schedule an appointment, visit and use sponsor code SKIDMORE. Contact Michelle Hubbs for more information.

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month 5K Run/Walk 

‌Tłó±đ second annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month 5K Run/Walk will take place on Sunday, April 28. begins at 12:30 p.m. for a 1 p.m. start. The first 100 to register will receive a free T-shirt.‌

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‌Join the Workforce Team Challenge

‌‌Tłó±đ Workforce Team Challenge, a race supporting the Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club and local charities, will take place on Thursday, May 16, in Albany. To participate, select Skidmore’s team and fill out all the required information. Do not check out; Skidmore’s team captain, Darren Drabek, will manage payment. Contact Darren Drabek or Rachel Roe-Dale for more information, including details about carpooling and celebrations after the race.  

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‌Make Your Voice Heard Skidmore Public Policy Prize competition ‌ ‌ ‌

‌Applications for the are due at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 12. 

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‌Dining Services 

‌Please visit the regularly for updates, , hours of operation, and other information. 

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Skidmore Shop Yes! Day schedule 

‌Tłó±đ will be open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 5. Please join the shop in welcoming accepted candidates to campus.‌

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‌Skidmore Weekly Bulletin submission procedure and schedule 

‌Please help reduce bulk emails by posting your announcement in Skidmore Weekly Bulletin, which is distributed to all students and employees. Submit , , and by completing the appropriate online form. The deadline for all submissions is noon on Monday. Please email swb@skidmore.edu if you have questions.

Athletics News

As spring teams dive fully into Liberty League play, a big weekend of games is on the horizon. The men’s and women’s rowing teams will host 12 colleges and universities on Saturday for the Skidmore Sprints on Fish Creek. The women’s tennis team will host William Smith College at 9 a.m. on Saturday and RIT at 9 a.m. on Sunday. Men’s tennis will host RIT at 2 p.m. on Saturday and RIT at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. The men’s lacrosse team hosts nationally second-ranked RIT at noon on Saturday; also at noon, the baseball team hosts Vassar for a doubleheader. Visit the for updates.

Events

Thursday, April 4 ‌

‌6 p.m. ‌

‌ ‌Tang Teaching Museum ‌ ‌

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‌Thursday, April 4 ‌

‌6 p.m. ‌

‌Emerson Auditorium ‌ ‌

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‌Thursday, April 4 ‌

‌7 p.m. ‌

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‌Arthur Zankel Music Center 

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‌Friday, April 5 

‌4 p.m. 

Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, Arthur Zankel Music Center

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‌Saturday, April 6 

‌3 p.m. 

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Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, ‌Arthur Zankel Music Center

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‌Saturday, April 6 

‌7 p.m. 

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‌Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, ‌Arthur Zankel Music Center

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‌Sunday, April 7 

‌1 p.m. 

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Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, ‌Arthur Zankel Music Center

‌Sunday, April 7 

‌2 p.m. 

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‌Tang Teaching Museum

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‌Sunday, April 7 

‌4 p.m. 

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‌Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, Arthur Zankel Music Center

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‌Sunday, April 7 

‌5 p.m. 

‌Filene Recital Hall 

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‌Sunday, April 7 

‌7 p.m. 

Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, ‌Arthur Zankel Music Center

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‌Thursday, April 11 

‌6:30 p.m. 

‌Annual Arthur Zankel Panel: “The New Wild West of Finance”

‌Davis Auditorium 

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‌Saturday, April 13 

‌10 a.m.-3 p.m.

 

‌Case Center 

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‌Tuesday, April 16 

‌5:30 p.m. 

‌“The Personal Cost of War in Ukraine Through a Young Girl's Eyes: Then and Now” 

‌Ladd Hall, Room 307 

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‌Wednesday, April 17 

‌5:30 p.m. 

‌“Engaging Literate Minds” with Peter Johnston

‌Davis Auditorium

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