The Center
Skidmore's space to connect people and programs that underscore the importance of equity, inclusion and justice.
Naming opportunities available
Students, faculty and staff need a dedicated space to discuss, collaborate and think creatively about equity and inclusion.
The Center marks an evolution in cultural and community spaces at Skidmore by meeting the increasing demand for community access, fostering more dynamic connections across all studies and providing the opportunity to advance social change.
The Space
Rendering of the lounge with a fireplace, Phase 1. Click to expand.
The Center is a vibrant, accessible location for programming, including classes, conferences, workshops, performances, research talks, informal discussions and collaborations between Skidmore and the local Saratoga Springs community. This centralized social hub serves as a community base for people from diverse cultures, religions, identities, backgrounds and perspectives.
A classroom, open performance, meeting and speaking space (including a large, state-of-the-art
media wall), study and small group work areas, and an office for the inaugural director
is part of the space. The Offices of Campus Life and Engagement relocated to areas
adjacent to this new hub, facilitating collaborative work and integrative learning. 
PHASE/BUILD OVERVIEW
Phase 2 Rendering. Click to expand.
The combined 5,300-square-foot Center occupies a prominent location in Case Center. Flexible in its design, this dynamic space, which has not yet been named, began construction in January 2020 and was scheduled in two phases.
Phase 1 reimagines the InterCultural Lounge (ICL).
Phase 2 of the project reimagines the Class of 1972 InterCultural Center (ICC) and brings together the offices of Campus Life and Engagement, which were previously located on two separate floors adjacent to The Center.
Where we are today
Rendering of the Phase 1 of The Center. Click to expand.
countries are reflected in our current student body.
self-identified as students of color in the Class of 2025
clubs are currently identity, advocacy or religious focused.
Students have spoken. Your gift answers their call.
Skidmore students and alumni have called for a larger and more flexible campus space to strengthen our cultural fluency, expand understanding of global citizenry and engage in some of today’s most essential and challenging conversations.
Your support enacts their important vision.
For more information contact the Office of Advancement at (800-584-0115)
