Recovering the remains of Mongolian empires
Anthropology major and Asian studies minor Eben Drake ’27 spent part of his summer on the Mongolian steppe, applying what he’s learned at Skidmore to an archaeological excavation.
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Achievements: Sept. 3, 2026
Read about the achievements of Paul Arciero, Taha Bhatti ’25, Yelena Biberman, Hédi A. Jaouad, Sandi Kirshe, Emily Marcason-Tolmie, Corinne Moss-Rascusin, Dan Nathan, Gordon Ross Thompson, and Chris Vecsey with Rosanna Moi ’28 and Claire Christie ’28.
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Skidmore Encore faculty lecture series returns to campus this fall
Registration opens Sept. 1 to area residents ages 55 and older.
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Palamountain Benefit supports scholarships for Skidmore students
Established by Anne T. Palamountain in 1979, the annual benefit has expanded access to the life-changing opportunities of a Skidmore education for generations of students.
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July 29, 2026
What to do in Saratoga Springs when you visit Skidmore College
Planning a Skidmore College visit? Here’s how visiting families recommend making the most of a college-tour trip to Saratoga Springs, New York — from hotels and meals to downtown walks, museums, parks, performances, and a little time to unwind.
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Discovering American studies and a niche steeped in pink
Mia Finnan ’28 turned her love of film, history, and pop culture into an American studies major, finding a deeper connection to Skidmore as she learned about the College's former Moore Hall, more affectionately known as the Pink Palace.
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Remembering an extraordinary alumna and champion of Skidmore: Billie Tisch ’48
The Skidmore community pays tribute to Wilma “Billie” Stein Tisch ’48, a dedicated alumna, a visionary trustee, and one of Skidmore’s most generous benefactors, who died Sunday, June 7.
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Young adult fiction is all grown up
As Pride Month invites reflection on LGBTQ+ experiences and histories, Skidmore alum Tory Abbott ’23 reviews Professor Mason Stokes’ young adult novel “All the Truth I Can Stand,” exploring Matthew Shepard’s legacy, LGBTQ+ identity, and the complexities of truth, memory, and representation.
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