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News and announcements from Skidmore College

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Weekly Highlights

News: Final staff meeting recap, a sampling of spring lectures

Human Resources: Retirement and Recognition Ceremony, TIAA informational seminar, MVP mental health programming

‌Faculty-Staff Achievements: Anthony Ashmore, Ruben Castillo, Evan Mack, June Paul, Pushkala Prasad, Jess Sullivan

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‌Athletics News: Two home athletics events this weekend: women’s rowing and softball

Upcoming Events: Academic Festival, Tang Guide Tour with Annabel Gould ’26, Behind-The-Scenes Tour of the Tang, Senior Thesis Art Exhibition opening reception

Skidmore News

Skidmore College seal

President Marc Conner and College administrators welcomed staff to the final staff meeting of the year, where they reminded staff of upcoming opportunities, reflected on the semester’s successes, and encouraged community feedback during future planning processes.

J. Christopher Giancarlo ’81 delivers the Adirondack Trust Co. Lecture on Finance

This semester featured a stellar lineup of lectures, panels, and discussions, where academic experts and alumni delivered talks on a range of topics and also shared advice with students.

Human Resources

‌‌Position openings

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

  • Curatorial Assistant — Tang Teaching Museum

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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 ‌

  • ‌Retirement and Recognition Ceremony: noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, Case Center Lawn

 

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

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‌‌‌Retirement plan service provider updates

‌Join TIAA representatives and learn about the service provider transition taking place in May. Visit the for more information. ‌‌

  • ‌‌Seminar: 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, Gannett Auditorium ‌
  • ‌Schedule an individual investment advice session or by calling 800-732-8353. A TIAA financial consultant will be on site April 15 through June 13. 

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‌MVP programming available to all employees 

‌MVP Living Well Programs is offering throughout the month of May. These are free (or discounted) offerings that are open to all Skidmore employees.

Faculty-Staff Achievements

Anthony Ashmore, visiting assistant professor of physics, was interviewed for a magazine article. Read more>> 

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‌Ruben Castillo, assistant professor of printmaking, presented their research as part of a panel discussion. Read more>> 

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‌Evan Mack, senior teaching professor of music, founded a nonprofit that was part of a $2.1 million grant. Read more>> 

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‌June Paul, assistant professor of social work, co-authored two articles published in academic journals. Read more>> 

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‌Pushkala Prasad, Zankel Chair and professor of management, was interviewed for a book. Read more>> 

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‌Jess Sullivan, professor of psychology, has been named a U.S. Policy Fellow by the Society for Research in Child Development. Read more>>

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Announcements

2024 President's Awards for Leadership and Service 

‌The President's Awards for Leadership and Service are presented to community members who have embraced the educational mission and cooperative spirit of the College. Student awards were recently presented to Apolonia Alvarez '24, Ishani Chakravorty '24, Nathaniel Lowell ' 24, and Divine Perez '24. The faculty, staff, and team awards will be presented at the Retirement and Recognition event on May 21. The staff award will go to Zhenelle Lebel, managing director of Arthur Zankel Music Center, and posthumously to Lisa Burke (1979-2023), former assistant director of Sponsored Research. The faculty award will go to David Howson, senior teaching professor and Arthur Zankel Executive Director of arts administration. The team award will go to the staff of the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life.

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‌SUNS alert update 

‌Campus community members signed up to receive SUNS notifications should have received a safety alert early Sunday morning concerning an attempted burglary in Sussman Village. The unidentified individual did not enter the apartment, no one was injured, and no property was stolen. The individual, who may have attempted to gain entry through a window, fled when observed. Law enforcement was called immediately and conducted a thorough investigation, including testing for fingerprints. Campus Safety will continue to work with law enforcement on this case. We remind all ground floor apartment residents that Campus Safety has “window sticks,” which prevent windows from being slid open if left unlocked and allow the window to open a few inches for fresh air. Contact Director of Campus Safety Tim Munro to get a window stick.

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‌Stoles and Cords Ceremony 

‌The Cords and Stoles Ceremony celebrates student identities and experiences ahead of Commencement. Affinity-based ceremonies are affirming and serve to make space for students to honor all the pieces of their identity that helped them grow while at college. The event will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. on May 14, at Arthur Zankel Music Center. More information will be provided via email.

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Workforce Team Challenge

‌The Workforce Team Challenge 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.

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‌Skidmore employee discount at SPAC 

‌As part of Skidmore’s partnership with Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), all employees are eligible to receive a 20% discount on ticket purchases to Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival (June 29-30), New York City Ballet (July 9-13), and Philadelphia Orchestra (July 31-Aug. 3) performances. Use the promotion code łÔąĎ±¬ÁĎ when purchasing your tickets online at . Note: This discount cannot be applied to Live Nation concerts or other performances.

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‌‌MDOCS' Golden Acorn Awards 

‌T´Ç»ĺ˛ą˛â, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, in Filene Recital Hall, MDOCS will host its end-of-year awards show that celebrates student nonfiction media-making across campus. Acorn awardees honor MDOCS course projects as well as independent student works from the past year that are the most innovative, risk-taking, and real. Doors open at 5 p.m. to view full-length works, mingle, and enjoy light snacks and refreshments.

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‌Interlibrary loan return request ‌

‌All interlibrary loan items are due by Monday, May 6. Article and book chapter requests will continue to be accepted. Email Interlibrary Loan Services with questions.

 

Stewart's Signature Series 

‌This summer’s Stewart’s Signature Series includes Summer Jazz Institute concerts and New York State Summer Writers Institute readings. The lineup features the Danilo Pérez Trio, Alexa Tarantino Quartet, and readings by Paul Harding, Cristina Garcia, Jenny Offill, and others. Sponsored by Stewart’s Shops and the Dake Family, these premiere events are free for the local community. Contact Maria McColl with questions.

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‌First-Year Experience summer reading 

‌The Class of 2028 summer reading will be “Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad. Incoming students, peer mentors, and Scribner Seminar faculty will be given copies of the book. The Office of First-Year Experience looks forward to hosting Jaouad on campus for a keynote event early in the fall semester. 

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‌Projects for Peace winner 

‌This year's Projects for Peace winner is Chingpheng Phoun '24. His project, "Reviving Rust," will take place in Sisophon, Cambodia, and produce a safer, eco-friendly cook stove for families in need. The annual grant offers a Skidmore student $10,000 to design a project that contributes to peace anywhere in the world.

 

‌Beach volleyball tournament 

‌A beach volleyball tournament hosted by the Peer Academic Coaches for Health and Human Physiological Sciences will take place at 4:30 on Friday, May 3, at the volleyball court by the Tang Teaching Museum. All community members are welcome and can .

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‌Tang faculty preview

‌The Tang Teaching Museum will hold a preview of 2024-25 exhibitions and programs at noon on Wednesday, May 15. The preview is intended for faculty who have previously worked with the Tang and those interested in learning new approaches for integrating exhibitions into their curricula. A buffet lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to Kelly Ward by May 10.

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‌Bike for free with CDPHP Cycle ‌

‌Anyone with a skidmore.edu email address can register for by downloading the CDPHP Cycle app and subscribing with a Skidmore email address; submit promo code "Skidmore," enter a credit card for incidentals, and you're ready to ride. The program includes free access to pedal bikes, and e-bikes are free for the first 30 minutes. Please contact the Sustainability Office with questions. 

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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 .

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Dining Services 

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

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Fall course materials

‌In order to source course materials at the best pricing possible for students, please send fall adoption lists to Becky Mattison at the Skidmore Shop as soon as possible. 

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‌‌‌Skidmore Shop tech deals ‌

‌ has one Apple demo left: Space Gray, 16” M1 DEMO MacBook Pro with 512GB storage (was $2,349, now $2,000). Employee financing options are available. Students may be eligible for assistance. Contact Karen Knoll for details. 

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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 faculty-staff achievements 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

There are just a few home games left in the spring semester: The women's rowing team will be competing in the Liberty League Championships on Friday, followed by the softball team taking Clarkson University in a double header beginning at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Visit the for updates.

Events

Wednesday, May 1 

‌9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

‌Academic Festival  

‌See schedule for locations and times

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‌Thursday, May 2 - Sunday, May 5 

‌Study days

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‌Sunday, May 5 

‌2 p.m. 

‌Tang Teaching Museum

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‌Monday, May 6 - Thursday, May 9 

‌Final Exams

 

Thursday, May 9 

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‌Tang Teaching Museum 

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‌Friday, May 10 

‌6 p.m. 

 

‌Tang Teaching Museum 

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‌Thursday, May 9 - Saturday, May 18 

 

‌Tang Teaching Museum

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