Last spring, I saw a group of people standing by the current Case Center couches holding up catalogs and looking at different furniture and fabric samples for what I presumed was to replace the current Case furniture. When I returned to campus at the beginning of this semester, I was surprised to see the same old furniture that had been in Case last semester.
Read moreCampus Safety Reports November 20th to December 3rd
Students to Sway Library Hours
This semester there are only 28 days of extended library hours (the library staying open past their usual closing time of 1am Sunday through Thursday and 10pm Friday and Saturday), one fewer than the record high of 29 during the Fall 2013 semester, according to John Cosgrove, Access Services & Humanities Librarian. Extended library hours could become the future for the Skidmore library.
Read moreCampus Safety Reports November 6th - November 19th
The Impacts of the Paris Tragedy on Study Abroad
Friday November 13th was a scary day for many people with the uncertainty and unknowing if friends, family and loved ones in Paris were safe. At 7:02 pm EST (1:02 am in Paris), Skidmore College tried to offer some reassuring news to the Skidmore Community by posting the following statement on the Skidmore College Facebook Page.
Read moreSkidmore’s Alternative to Traditional Punitive Punishment: The Project on Restorative Justice
Unfortunately, college life isn’t perfect. Sometimes students make mistakes. The Integrity Board (IB) and the Administrative Hearing Board (AHB) are the bureaus at Skidmore College responsible for assessing individual cases of wrongdoing and determining the appropriate courses of action.
Read moreIs it out with Non Western and in with Senior Think Tank?
As students plan for next semester, we hear the recurring question, “what class do I take to fulfill X (general education requirement).” These conversations might soon become a thing of the past as the Skidmore Committee for Educational Policies and Planning (CEPP) is currently reviewing, discussing and proposing changes to the current general education requirements.
Read moreStill Buffering... Wifi Outsourcing in Dorms has Failed Students
Wireless internet connections have been a continual issue at on-campus residences this year. Despite many isolated issues and slow speeds in previous years, this school year has seen large blanket outages, including one that affected residences last weekend.
Read moreNov 6 Faculty Meeting Encourages Restoring Community Spirit
The President then apologized for his absence at the last faculty meeting and explained he wants to help mend the divisions that may exist within the Skidmore community.
Read moreCampus Safety Reports October 30th to November 5th
On Campus Learning is Not Only for College Students
Learning at Skidmore is not confined to 18-22 year olds. Rather, it includes people as old as ninety-three. One ninety-three year old hops on the CDTA bus once a week and heads to campus for a day of learning sponsored by the Skidmore Encore program.
Read moreNovember Brings About National Career Development Month
The start of November brings the start of National Career Development Month, a month the Skidmore Career Development Center (CDC) plans to celebrate. The CDC is a part of the National Career Development Association (NCDA), and for years the NCDA has declared November National Career Development month.
Read moreLetter to the Editor: End the Dry Campus, Make Falstaffs a Bar
The entire Skidmore family is grieving over Michael’s death and Oban and Toby’s injuries at the hands of a drunk driver, and this includes alumni around the country. To paraphrase the Skidmore News’ recent editorial, “it could have been any of us.” We remember making the same treks off campus to the same houses; right down Clinton Street to Daniels Road, to Stables or Alpine. At least, those of us who attended Skidmore after the college changed its alcohol policy in 2005 remember. You see, this tragedy has been ten years in the making, and may require some contextualization that current students may not be equipped to provide.
Read moreMan Accused of DWI, Hitting Students Provides Statement; Is Former Skidmore Employee
The following is a statement that Thomas H. Gorman gave Sunday November 1st at 2:57pm to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department.
Read moreCampus Safety Reports October 23rd-29th
A Look at Courses Being Offered for the First Time Part Two
Last week I covered some of the new classes being offered for the first time this coming spring semester in hopes of helping students decide what courses to take, and making the master schedule look less overwhelming. Since course registration has yet to happen, I have reached out to a few more professors to see what new courses are being offered in their departments.
Read moreAdvice for Course Registration from Department Chairs: Part Two
Last week I shared some advice on registering for classes from various department chairs. By now most students have met with their advisors and have probably received more personalized advice, but in case you still want more help I have reached out to a few more department chairs and have some advice from them to share.
Read moreSkidmore’s Newest Sustainability Project
Did you know that 40 percent of Skidmore’s campus is currently being heated and cooled by geothermal energy? Did you know that 30 percent of Skidmore’s electricity is being produced by its solar array and small-hydro project?
Read moreCampus Safety Reports October 16th to 22nd
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Campus Safety Reports October 9th-15th
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