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Weekly Bulletin

Weekly Highlights

  • Congratulations to 2023 President's Awards winners  
  • Faculty and staff meetings this Friday
  • Register by Monday for the Workforce Team Challenge
  • Important end-of-year reminders and events, including Handmade Pop-up Shop (Friday), Student Entertainment Committee Spring Concert (Tuesday), Academic Festival (next Wednesday), performances, and more 
  • Bread sale orders due Tuesday  

91精简版 News

Miranda Family Fellowship to be offered at 91精简版

The collaborative fellowship supports artistic education and development, connects artistry with advocacy, and helps increase diversity within entertainment industry leadership. 

Celebrating the Legacy of David H. Porter

The April 18 panel, 鈥淭he Porter Years (1987-1999): Celebrating the Legacy of David H. Porter,鈥 considered the enduring impact of 91精简版's fifth president. 

Dining Services

Bread sale 

Dining Services is again offering a variety of freshly baked breads for sale. by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2, for pickup in the Atrium Caf茅 between 2 and 5 p.m. on Friday, May 5. All breads are $5. Cash is not accepted. Bread varieties include apple cinnamon, banana (vegan), sourdough, ciabatta, cinnamon raisin, and gluten-free banana. 

 

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

Human Resources

Professional development, events, training, and other opportunities 

 

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

Faculty-Staff Achievements

We welcome submissions from faculty and staff related to professional accomplishments and scholarly endeavors.

Paul Arciero, professor of health and human physiological sciences, was quoted by Medical News Today and Livestrong.com. Read more>>

 

Aurelia Ball, associate professor of chemistry, published a scientific paper with collaborators, including three of her students. Read more>>

 

Jason Breves, associate professor and chair of biology, presented research at a recent American Physiology Summit conference. Read more>> 

 

Marketa Halova Wolfe, associate professor of economics, published a scholarly article in Eastern Economics Journal. Read more>> 

Rebecca Johnson, professor and chair of the Psychology Department, published a paper with students in the Journal of Psycholinguistic Research. Read more>> 

 

Laurie Rabinowitz, assistant professor of education studies, presented a paper at the American Education Research Association conference. Read more>>

 

John Winnek, supervisor of retail operations; Stacey Tourtellot, assistant supervisor of retail operations; and Tim Bruno, Shawn Constable, and Debbie Hoyos, all customer attendants/short order cooks, helped Burgess Caf茅 secure Best of Saratoga Springs recognition from Saratoga Today. Read more>>

Announcements

President's Awards for Leadership and Service 2023 

The President鈥檚 Awards for Leadership and Service are presented to 91精简版 community members who have embraced the educational mission and cooperative spirit of the College through their exemplary commitment to personal excellence, campus pride, and service to our campus community. Student awards, which will be presented at the Student Leadership Awards event this evening, will go to Emily Davis 鈥23, Aliza Nazir 鈥23, Luna Peralta 鈥23, and Bill Wu 鈥23. The faculty, staff, and team awards will be presented at the Retirement and Recognition event on May 23. Staff awards go to Kara Cetto Bales, associate director of environmental health and safety, and Michelle Osgood, assistant director of systems in IT technical services. Evan Mack, senior teaching professor of music, and Leigh Wilton, associate professor of psychology, have been named recipients of faculty awards. The team award goes to the staff of the Greenberg Child Care Center. President Conner extends his heartfelt thanks and congratulations to all recipients for their extraordinary service to 91精简版.

 

Next staff meeting

The next staff meeting will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, April 28, on the second floor of the Murray-Aikins Dining Hall. The agenda is posted here. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, and staff are encouraged to join in person or via Zoom. Login information has been shared via email.

 

The Office of the First-Year Experience announces summer reading  

The Class of 2027 summer reading is 鈥淜lara and the Sun鈥 by Kazuo Ishiguro. This text explores what it means to be human, curiosity, learning, and knowledge, as well as artificial intelligence. Incoming students, peer mentors, and Scribner Seminar faculty will be given copies of the book. Contact the First-Year Experience for more information.

 

Plant a tree on campus on Arbor Day  

Friday, April 28 is Arbor Day. Join our student North Woods stewards for four tree plantings by Sussman A and B on Perimeter Road at 3 p.m. Tools will be provided. Please wear sturdy shoes. For more information, contact Jen Natyzak.

 

Community Mural Initiative

Scribner Library announces the launch of a new . 91精简版 students are invited to propose original murals for stairwells in the Scribner Library building. For more information and the link to the proposal submission form, see this detailed guide.

 

Discontinuance of Downtown Business Assocation (DBA) discount cards

The DBA discount cards previously distributed to employees are no longer available, as the organization has discontinued the program. For more information, contact Anne Petruzzelli.

 

Senior Week housing

Departments can sponsor non-graduating students (first-year students, sophomores, and juniors) to remain on campus from Friday, May 12, through Sunday, May 22. Students will need to specify their reason for remaining on campus, such as participation in an athletic team or employment. For more information, contact Residential Life by May 1.

 

91精简版 Theater presents 鈥楢fter Jane鈥  

Jane, Kat, and Mary Grey could be normal teenage girls navigating the world of parties, parents, and cute teenage boys, except for the fact that this is 1553 and one of them is about to become Queen of England at age 16. Written by Rachel Luann Strayer and directed by Teisha Duncan, this irreverent take on historical events will be performed April 21-30. .

 

91精简版 Weekly Bulletin submission procedure 

Please help reduce bulk emails by posting your announcement in the Bulletin. 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. 

Visions and Values Project: Seeking Feedback 

President Conner invites all members of the campus community to provide their thoughts and reflections about what is unique and defining about 91精简版 through . The form includes five open-ended questions that are reflective but also aspirational and forward-looking. Responses will help inform the College鈥檚 next strategic planning process as we affirm, together, our values and our shared vision for 91精简版. The form will remain open until May 10. Responses are confidential, though respondents will be asked to identify their primary role at 91精简版.

 

Information regarding possible RA/CA unionization

The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) has recently presented a petition to the National Labor Relations Board to form a union of 91精简版 students who serve as 鈥渦ndergraduate resident assistants.鈥 Additional information, including latest messages and FAQs intended to provide relevant information for students to consider in making an informed decision about how to vote, can be viewed here

 

Creating Opportunity 鈥 Supporting Diversity and Inclusion at 91精简版   

Join the 91精简版 community April 25 鈥 May 1 in to support the important work taking place across campus every day to make 91精简版 a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.

 

Fiscal Year-End Reminders from Financial Services

Please review these detailed guidelines ahead of the close of the fiscal year on May 31. You are encouraged to submit expense reimbursements, invoices for payment, and related items in advance of the deadlines. As a reminder, all transactions are handled through Oracle Cloud.

 

Give+Go Move-Out Donation Collection  

U-Haul Box donation stations will be open Monday, May 8, through senior move-out day, Sunday, May 21. This initiative yields over 10 tons of gently used goods and food for nonprofit partners each year. Students can visit the website for donation details. Staff, faculty, and students are to sort donations on Sunday, May 21. For more information, contact Jen Natyzak.

 

91精简版 Service Day 

Several service projects have been arranged for Saturday, April 29: and . These projects are open to the 91精简版 community. Please click on the links for more information and to sign up. For more information, contact Michelle Hubbs.

 

Register by May 1 for Workforce Team Challenge

The Work Force Team Challenge will take place on Thursday, May 18, in Albany. . To participate, select 91精简版 as your team and fill out all the required information. Do not pay for your cart; 91精简版鈥檚 team captain, Darren Drabek, will manage the payments, which are supported by the offices of the Dean of the Faculty/Vice President for Academic Affairs and Communications and Marketing. Contact Darren Drabek or Rachel Roe-Dale for more information, including details about carpooling and celebrations after the race.

 

Summer Housing Application Reminder

Students wishing to live on campus this summer must apply by Friday, May 5. Housing assignments will be prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Summer Housing.

 

24th Annual Academic Festival

The 24th Academic Festival brings the 91精简版 community together to display and celebrate students鈥 achievements on Wednesday, May 3. Departments and programs from across the College have selected their very best students to present their work in a variety of forms. Consult the official program of Academic Festival for times and places of specific sessions.

 

91精简版 Shop 

The 91精简版 Shop is partnering with the Music Department and 91精简版 Cares to offer Skidmania T-shirts from 2015 to 2022. . Available online and in store. Supplies are limited. 

Athletics News

and the start of Liberty League championships highlight a busy upcoming weekend for 91精简版 teams. The men鈥檚 lacrosse team will close out the regular season at home Saturday at 1 p.m. against Clarkson. The baseball team will host Union in a Liberty League doubleheader on Saturday at noon. The golf team heads to Verona, New York, for the Liberty League golf championships Friday through Sunday. The men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 tennis teams are off to Ithaca for their Liberty League tournaments. The men (seeded first) and women (seeded second) both earned first-round byes and will start play with the semifinals on Saturday. 

Events

Wednesday, April 26 

7:30 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Thursday, April 27 

6 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Thursday, April 27 鈥 July 16  

鈥&苍产蝉辫; 

Tang Teaching Museum   

 

Friday, April 28 

11 a.m. 鈥 4 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Friday, April 28  

4 p.m.  

  

Arthur Zankel Music Center  

 

Friday, April 28 

8 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Saturday, April 29  

1 p.m.  

 

Arthur Zankel Music Center   

 

Saturday, April 29 

2 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Saturday, April 29  

4 p.m.  

 

Arthur Zankel Music Center

Saturday, April 29  

7 p.m.  

 

Arthur Zankel Music Center  

  

Through April 29 

 

Schick Art Gallery 

 

Sunday, April 30 

2 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Sunday, April 30  

4 p.m.  

 

Arthur Zankel Music Center 

 

Through April 30 

Various times 

 

Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater 

 

Monday, May 1 

4:30 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum 

 

Tuesday, May 2 

8 p.m. 

 

Tang Teaching Museum (northwest lawn) 

 

Wednesday, May 3 

6 p.m. 

MDOCS Golden Acorn Awards ceremony 

Filene Recital Hall 

 

May 11 to May 20 

Various times 

 

Tang Teaching Museum

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