I write to share "Strategic Action Agenda 2018-2020," which is now posted on our strategic planning website.

As midterm elections approach, we are entering into a concentrated season of both political activity and related communications. We have witnessed strong opinions on display throughout recent years — both here on campus and on the national stage — and anticipate that this activity will intensify in the weeks to come.

I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Donna Ng as Skidmore’s next vice president for finance and administration and treasurer, effective October 1.

I write to provide an update that following the announcement that Michael West, Vice President for Finance and Administration and Treasurer, will retire August 31, 2018, we have appointed a committee to lead a national search to fill the position.

I am pleased to share several updates about the redesign of the Skidmore.edu website, a record number of applications for the Class of 2022, the annual sustainability report, and next year’s budget recommendations.