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With the spring 2021 semester now underway, students are eager to participate in classes with Skidmore’s many talented professors. Here are a just a few courses that students say they are looking forward to this term.
More than 27,000 donors support life-changing opportunities for students while making the campaign the largest fundraiser in the College’s history.
This semester, one of the best ways for us to show support for our Skidmore community is by keeping some distance. We can help others by avoiding crowds, always wearing masks and maintaining at least 6 feet of distance between us.
College employees join other medical, public health and emergency response volunteers to help get eligible members of the local community immunized against COVID-19.
Skidmore Dining Services is coordinating and preparing thousands of takeout meals each day to help ensure a safe start to the spring semester.
Writing in The Saratogian newspaper, President Marc C. Conner emphasized that the health and safety of the campus and local communities remain Skidmore’s primary concern as the College begins a new semester providing access to a residential, excellent liberal arts education.
The president extends a warm welcome to faculty, staff and students to a new semester on Skidmore’s beautiful campus, while also emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Across disciplines ranging from English literature and history to Black studies and music, Skidmore faculty members offer their own perspectives on the significance of the inauguration of U.S. President Joseph Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Skidmore alumni, parents and friends share experiences designed to prepare and inspire the classes of 2020 and 2021 during this unique time in history.
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We believe that every life is made more profound with creativity at its core.
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Curriculum
No matter what discipline you pursue, you'll look at it from every angle, connecting
different modes of thinking and unrelated ideas. Choose a major, combine interests,
or forge your own path altogether.
Campus
With award-winning dining and dorms, the perfect college town, and 1,000 acres of
natural beauty – there’s a lot of ground to cover. But, like any home, our campus
is both a comfortable place to return to and a launchpad for exploring the world around
you.
Community
Welcome to a place thriving with individual expressions, and a unique setting where
they all work together. With hundreds of student-run clubs, including dozens of sustainability,
health, and wellness programs–you’re invited to explore your unexpected.
Careers
No matter what you’re meant to be, do, or inspire, Skidmore is the start of your path
to a life of purpose. Here, you’ll find personalized, on-campus resources to explore
what’s possible, define your vision, and jump-start your life’s work.
SUSTAINABILITY
It's much more than "going green."
We’re completely committed to environmental action. From our own solar field and 29 buildings with geothermal heating and cooling, to student-run composting, gardens, and more–we’re doing it ourselves so our ecosystems, and those beyond them, can reap immediate benefits.
Skidmore Facts
$48,000
Average First-year Skidmore Grant
44
Majors
100+
Clubs and Organizations
8:1
Student-faculty ratio
Creative Thought Works
See how Skidmore alumni are putting creative thought to work in their fields, their passions and the world in which we live.
’17
“Don't be afraid of unconventional career paths. Just because most of your class, friends or family work in a certain industry does not mean you have to. Combining your interests is easier than you might think. If you work hard and put yourself out there, you'll meet the right people to help you along the way.”
Derrick Yam ’17
Quantitative Analyst, Baltimore Ravens
’93
“I don't like sitting around talking about gear or plug-ins. For me, mastering engineering is all about listening! It’s about making decisions and having confidence in the creative direction you’ve chosen. So be a good listener.”
Emily Lazar ’93
President/Engineer, The Lodge Mastering
’99
“The rules of the media industry are ever-changing. It's likely your future job does not exist yet. Embrace disruption and plan for flexibility in response to the unexpected. When making career decisions, think about your next jump. Put yourself in situations that lead to many alternative futures.”
Jeremy Sigel ’99
Vice President, CBS Interactive