This semester, Skidmore has signified its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), by launching a new hub on campus to house these conversations and related offices. Located at the heart of campus, on the second floor of Case Center, The Center opened its doors to the Skidmore public on Friday, September 24th.
Read moreWelcome to Campus: The First Semester on Campus for Freshman and Some Sophomores
The first few weeks of classes at Skidmore have given the Class of 2025 a myriad of things to adjust to. Many of these students have come from a high school senior year where most of their learning environment consisted of their bed and a laptop. They have missed out on having the senior year that they deserved, and now they find themselves as Freshmen once again. Thus, I spoke to some Freshman and Sophomores on how they felt going into this semester, how they have adjusted to college life, and how they feel about the balance between their new classes and extracurriculars.
Read moreForty Lashes of A Silver Tongue: Malchijah Hoskins ‘22 on His Case Center Gallery Piece
Malchijah Hoskins is a senior at Skidmore College majoring in Sociology and minoring in Art, Intergroup Relations, and Media and Film Studies. He has recently gifted the community with his art installation “Forty Lashes of a Silver Tongue,” which is currently on display in the Case Center Gallery, closing Wednesday, December 8th.
Read moreWildfires and Toxic Fumes Are Swallowing the United States
Wildfires have been ravaging the California ecosystem for years now. Unfortunately, wildfires do not just affect those who can see their flames on the west coast. At different times within this past year, the eastern half of the United States watched in awe as skies filled with smoke, blanketing the country in gray and red hues.
Read moreMLB 2021 World Series & Post Season Awards Recap
Coming off a hot season, the Astros were originally favored with a 51% chance to win this year, according to Five Thirty Eight’s MLB predictions, but things changed towards the end of the World Series after losses to the Braves. The Astros initial postseason success was due to a combination of things.
Read moreWho Are the Terrorists, Anyway? The Worrying Use of State Violence Against Civilians in the Middle East
It is clear that the US and Israel’s practicing of “counterterrorism” is quite similar to actual terrorism, even though we seldom see this military policy described as such. These states provide good case studies of this phenomenon due to their high reliance on rhetoric surrounding terrorism in the Middle East and their history of using violence against civilians. Without changes in behavior, the United States and Israel will have a hard time making the case that their efforts to fight “terrorism” are distinctly different (and more admirable) than the actions of “terrorists” themselves.
Read moreWhat Should Title IX Be?
Over time, the definition of Title IX has broadened to include protections for victims of sexual harassment and sexual violence. Schools are legally required to respond and remedy “hostile education environments'' or risk losing their federal funding. By this definition, it is a school’s legal duty to protect those whose education is inhibited by sexual and gender based misconduct. They must protect survivors. So why isn’t Skidmore?
Read moreWhy the Democrats Lost in 2021 (And Will Lose Again)
As the first Election Day since the tumultuous 2020 Presidential election, tensions were riding high and the results would be indicative not only of the respective candidates, but also of how the nation felt about the Biden Administration. The results of the election could have been predicted and was not particularly unusual given the events of the past year. Nonetheless, this past election cycle and its results are concerning signs for Democrats as to what will come in future elections.
Read moreFilm Review: In "The French Dispatch", Wes Anderson’s Ennui is Anything But Boring
After going two years without stepping foot in a movie theater, it was The French Dispatch that finally drew me away from my laptop and into the familiar setting. The act of purchasing a ticket and a bucket of popcorn felt revolutionary after so much time had elapsed. The wait proved worthwhile. While watching The French Dispatch, Wes Anderson’s latest production, I recalled all the ways that seeing a movie in theaters is an unmatched experience. I love the way the image is amplified on the screen, rendering the audience miniature and mesmerized. Anderson's work is recognizable for its vibrancy and attention to detail, and particularly well-suited to this format.
Read moreWhat's In the Stars: Your November Horoscope
November is a month of transition. From breezy October to bitter December, from the beginning of fall to the heart of winter, from pumpkins to snowmen, anything can happen this month. So read on, if you dare, and let these horoscopes guide you through this confusing, chilly, and beautiful time.
Read moreWhere to Dine: Good Eats in Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs has a lot to offer for any foodie. This review offers restaurant recommendations in Saratoga Springs that have delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. You can’t go wrong with finding a scrumptious meal at these locations!
Read moreTo decompose
I wish to exist in the soft sunlight
that hangs low between fall stricken trees.
To shutter with the yellow leaves
as a gentle wind rolls through the woods.
Best Things To Do in Fall in Saratoga Springs
Looking for ways to celebrate fall near Saratoga Springs? Look no further! Below are some fun autumn activities to get you started, and some musts to cross off your bucket list before winter.
Read moreOne of Saratoga's Last Historically Black Organizations in Danger of Vanishing
The Frederick Allen Lodge is located within Saratoga Springs, NY in the Beekman Street Arts District: 69 Beekman St. It has historically been a fraternal organization that did charity for the Black community. Nowadays, it still holds those values and exists as a prominent social club and gathering space for the Black population in Saratoga Springs.
Read moreA Poem About Life
People always tell me I am a good writer. But, I am always unsure if anyone actually means it. I’ve lived with a disability for the past 21 and a half years and for most of my life, I’ve felt “good” at absolutely nothing.
Read moreMeet the Saratoga Commissioner of Finance Candidate: Minita Sanghvi
On June 1st of this year, Skidmore College Business Professor Minita Sanghvi announced her decision to run for Commissioner of Finance for the Saratoga Springs City Council. As the first openly gay candidate, Sanghvi announced her candidacy during Pride Month.
Read moreMeet the Saratoga Mayoral Candidate: Heidi Owen West
Heidi Owen West, a local business woman in Saratoga Springs, announced her candidacy for mayor in March of 2020. She is running under the endorsement of the Saratoga County Republican Committee, but is personally an Independent. In her interview with The Skidmore News, West emphasized her role and skills as a local business woman, which she believes will make her an effective city leader.
Read moreMeet the Saratoga Mayoral Candidate: Robin Dalton
In her interview with The Skidmore News, Commissioner Dalton detailed her plan for implementing effective communication between the community and city hall, supporting the city’s police and fire services, and advocating for nonpartisan elections in Saratoga Springs.
Read moreMeet the Saratoga Mayoral Candidate: Ron Kim
Capital Region native Ron Kim is the only Democratic candidate in next week’s mayoral election. After spending eight years on the Saratoga Springs Zoning Board of Appeals and two terms as Commissioner of Public Safety, Kim is now dedicated to improving Saratoga’s infrastructure, reinvigorating democracy and restoring trust in the government. This week, The Skidmore News sat down with Ron Kim to discuss his platform, goals for Saratoga Springs, and how he envisions Skidmore students as actors in this work.
Read more“A Constitution for the Living”: Reflections on How Skidmore College Celebrated Constitution Day
On September 17, the little known holiday of “Constitution Day,” Skidmore College Political Science Professor Beau Breslin’s new book was the subject of Skidmore’s academic celebration. The book, titled “A Constitution for the Living,” takes up the theme of generational Constitutional reform and explores the theoretical history of the Constitution had it been re-ratified every generation.
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