Schedule

Time

Activity

8:30am - 4:30pm

Prospective Student Admission Interviews/Information Sessions/Campus Tours
Eissner Admissions Center, North Broadway

The Office of Admissions extends a special invitation to high school students; information sessions, evaluative admission interview (for rising High School Seniors), and campus tours are available throughout the day. Students and/or parents interested in signing up for a tour, information session, or interview can schedule a visit online.

12noon - 9pm

Registration
Case Center, Case Information Desk, second floor

3 - 4pm

Tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Frances Young Tang ’61 Teaching Museum with a Tang guide.

5 - 7pm

All-Class Welcome Party
Case Center Patio, Overlooking the Green

Join Skidmore Alumni from all classes as we kick off Reunion 2022!

6 - 8pm

Scribner Society Dinner
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor

For graduates in post-50th reunion classes.

6:30 - 9pm

Class of 1972 Picnic Dinner
Surrey Williamson Inn, Stone Courtyard

7 - 9pm

Class of 1977 Pizza Party
Hospitality Suite

7 - 9pm

Class of 1982 Pizza Party
Hospitality Suite

7 - 9pm

Class of 1992 Gathering
Druther's Brewing Company, 381 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

7 - 9pm

Class of 2017 Hospitality Suite Gathering
Hospitality Suite

9 - 11pm

Class of 1997 Meet Up
Desperate Annie's, 12 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs

9 - 11pm

Class of 2007 Meet Up
Lucy's Bar, 5 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs

Time

Activity

6:30 - 7:30am

Classes of 1967 and 1972 Coffee Service
Class Specific Hospitality Suites

7:30 - 9am

Breakfast
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor

8:30am - 4:30pm

Prospective Student Admission Interviews/Information Sessions/Campus Tours
Eissner Admissions Center, North Broadway

The Office of Admissions extends a special invitation to high school students; information sessions, evaluative admission interview (for rising High School Seniors), and campus tours are available throughout the day. Students and/or parents interested in signing up for a tour, information session, or interview canschedule a visit online.

8:30 - 10am

Skidmore Legacy Society Breakfast with President Conner and Barbara Reyes-Conner
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor

For members of Skidmore's Legacy Society who have affirmed their commitment to Skidmore's future by establishing a planned gift.
By invitation only.

8:30 - 9:30am

Class of 1972 Tour of Saratoga Race Course
National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs

College organized transportation is NOT provided.

9am - 11:59pm

Registration
Case Center, second floor

9:15 - 11:30am

Class of 1972 Bus Tour of Saratoga Springs & Old Campus
Bus departs Sussman Village bus stop at 9:20 a.m.

Transportation provided.

10 - 11am

Mini College: The Ukraine Tragedy: The Return of History and the Future of Russia
Professor & Director of Gender Studies Program, Kate Graney, Political Science
Bolton Hall, room 280

This session will examine the recent Russian invasion of Ukraine through the lens of history and different philosophies of history. We’ll look at patterns of Russian history and how they might help us understand why this tragedy occurred, how it might end, and what we might expect from the future in both Russia and Ukraine. 

11am - 12noon

Mini College: How Do You Know That? 
Associet Professor Erica Bastress-Dukehart, History and Professor & Chair Tillman Nechtman, History
Bolton Hall, room 281

This past semester Professor Tillman Nechtman, Chair of the History Department, and Erica Bastress-Dukehart, Associate Professor of History and incoming Chair of Education Studies, taught an experimental course entitled “How Do You Know That? They plan to turn this course into a Senior Coda: a class that will help graduating seniors synthesize the knowledge they have accumulated over their four years at Skidmore. 
 
“How Do You Know That?” explored the history of knowledge. From organizational structures like the dictionary to the encyclopedia, from the library to the periodic table of the elements.  Students studied the history of these structures and explored the implications they have had on our ways of both understanding and knowing the world. The fundamental question that became the heartline of the course was: How is it that we have come to organize and store knowledge as we do?  

For our Reunion Mini-College course, we look forward to introducing our course and asking participants the following questions: How do you organize and store knowledge? How did your courses at Skidmore help you develop those skills? What do you wish you had known before you graduated?

11am - 1:45pm

Lunch
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor

12noon - 2pm

Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor

A special luncheon for all reunion and class volunteers.
By invitation only; each invitee is welcome to bring a guest.

12noon - 1pm

Tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

Enjoy a guided tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum's current exhibition, Radical Fiber: Threads Connecting Art and Science with Rebecca McNamara, the Museum’s Associate Curator.

1 - 2pm

Mini College: The Contemporary American Conversation about Voting
Assistant Professor Christopher Mann, Political Science
Bolton 280

Voting procedures and rules have changed in the last two years than anytime in US history. Some states have passed laws seeking to expand access via permitting voting by mail without an excuse, adopting all mail voting, extending early in person voting, and implementing automatic voter registration. Other states have passed laws seeking to improve integrity by adopting voter ID requirements, limiting mail ballot harvesting and drop boxes, restricting drive-through voting, increasing oversight of local election officials, and even provision to allow state legislatures to take over elections. State and federal courts are hearing countless cases about all of these laws and other aspects of voting rights. Former President Trump and his allies continue to peddle lies and conspiracy theories about the 2020 election and future elections.  Most Americans have thought more about how election are run in the last 2 years than in the rest of their lives combined. Professor Mann will try to guide you through this conundrum of policy, law, communication, and behavior based on thinking (and teaching) about election rules and their impact on voting behavior, public attitudes, and election outcomes for more than 12 years.

1:20 - 2:30pm

Guided Bus Tour of Saratoga Springs and the Old Campus
Case Center Bus Stop

Enjoy a tour of historic Saratoga Springs and Skidmore’s first campus. No pre-registration, but space is limited; first-come, first-served.

Bus departs Case Center parking lot at 1:30 pm

2:00 - 3:30pm

Tour of the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences
Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Glotzbach Atrium

2 - 4pm

Career Development Center Open House
Starbuck Center, room 204

Career development is available to all alumni for life! Come to the Career Development Center to meet the staff who can provide the resources and services to support you during any current or future career transition. We're here, and we'd love to meet you!

2 - 3pm

Class of 1972 Mini College: Making a Difference: Social and Political Activism Panel
Palamountain Hall, Emerson Auditorium

2:30 - 4:30pm

Opportunity Program Open House
Ladd Hall, First Floor

Stop by the OP office to meet staff and hear about the amazing things OP students are doing.

4 - 5pm

Gathering for Friends of Bill W.
Ladd Hall, room 207

4 - 7pm

Class of 1992 Meet Up: Drinks & Darts
The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs

5 - 6:15pm

Presidents Society Reception
Scribner Carriage House, 791 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs

The Presidents Society honors Skidmore's founder and presidents. Through their dedicated generosity and unwavering commitment to the College, the members of the Presidents Society set a standard that inspires the entire College community and is central to our continued growth and success.
By invitation only.

5:30 - 6:30pm

Alumni Reunion Art Exhibition Opening Reception
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Payne Room

Come enjoy the talents of Skidmore's alumni artists at this twenty-ninth annual event.

6 - 8pm

Classes of 1947, 1952 and 1957 Dinner
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, Second Floor Mezzanine

6 - 8pm

Class of 1962 Reception & Dinner
Surrey Williamson Inn, Living Room

6:30 - 8:30pm

Class of 1967 Reception & Dinner
Surrey Williamson Inn, North Porch

6:30 - 9pm

Class of 1972 Reception & Dinner with President Marc C. Conner and Barbara Reyes-Conner
National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs 

Bus departs Sussman Village bus stop at 6:15 pm

6:30 - 9pm

Class of 1982 Gathering
Jacob & Anthony's, 38 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs

6:30 - 9:30pm

Class of 1987 Gathering
The Lodge at Saratoga Casino Hotel, 1 Nelson Ave, Saratoga Springs

7pm

Class of 2002 Gathering
Nashville of Saratoga, 39 Phila St., Saratoga Springs

7 - 9pm

Class of 1977 Gathering
Saratoga City Tavern, 19-21 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs

7 - 9pm

Class of 1977 Gathering
Saratoga City Tavern, 19-21 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs

7 - 10pm

Class of 1992 Meet Up
Bailey's Café, 37 Phila St, Saratoga Springs

9 - 11pm

Family Movie Night
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Thomas Amphitheater

Enjoy an evening under the stars for a movie that is entertaining (and appropriate) for all ages. And what kind of movie night would it be without fresh popcorn?

9 - 11pm

Class of 1997 Meet Up
The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs

9 - 11pm

Class of 2007 Meet Up
Cantina Rooftop, 408 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

10pm

Class of 2012 Meet Up
Harvey’s Restaurant and Bar, 14 Phila St, Saratoga Springs

10pm

Class of 2017 Meet Up
Harvey’s Restaurant and Bar, 14 Phila St, Saratoga Springs

Time

Activity

6:30 - 7:30am

Classes of 1967 and 1972 Coffee Service
Class Specific Hospitality Suites

7:30 - 9:30am

Breakfast
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor

Prospective Student Admission Interviews/Information Sessions/Campus Tours
Eissner Admissions Center, North Broadway

The Office of Admissions will have campus tours available at 9:30am, 11:00am and 12:30pm. Alumni, students and/or parents interested in signing up for a tour can schedule a tour online.

8:30 - 9:30am

President's Breakfast for the 2022 Alumni Association Awards Recipients
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor

By invitation only.

8:30 - 9:30am

Class of 1972 Tour of Saratoga Race Course
National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs

College organized transportation is NOT provided.

9am - 8pm

Registration
Case Center, second floor

9 - 10am

Pre-Parade Gathering
Case Center Patio, Overlooking the Green

Grab a complimentary mimosa or other beverage with your classmates as you prepare for the Parade of Classes

10:15 - 10:30pm

Parade of Classes
Case Center Patio, Overlooking the Green

Led by the Schenectady Pipe Band, Ltd., proceeds from Case Green to Arthur Zankel Music Center

Alumni Awards and Recognition Ceremony and Class Gift Presentation
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Helen Filene Ladd '22 Concert Hall

All Reunion Class Picnic
Upper South Park, Under the Tent

Join alumni, family, and friends for a tasty BBQ. Pony rides and Mr. Bouncy Bounce for the kids. 

1 - 2:30pm

Class Photos
Case Center, Porter Plaza

2 - 5pm

The IdeaLab
Behind Penfield Hall just off Perimeter Road

Creative Thought Matters! Tour Skidmore's very own MakerSpace. Founded by students and faculty in 2017, The IdeaLab, formally known as The HUB, is where students learn to design and create projects using Desktop Cutting, Digital Fabrication, Textiles, Electronics, and more. Try out one of several Maker activities to take home. Appropriate for all ages.

2 - 3pm

Class of 1972 Mini College: Understanding Racial Bias and Becoming a Better Ally
Palamountain Hall, Emerson Auditorium

2:30 - 3:30pm

Diversity & Inclusion Open House
Case Center, North Patio (overlooking the Green)

Stop by and visit with fellow alumni for a light reception welcoming alumni of color and LGBTQ+ alumni. Hear ideas and plans for engaging our diverse alumni population. All are welcome!

2:30 - 3:30pm

Mini College: What’s Happening to American Families Today
Professor Kate Berheide, Sociology and Director, Self-Determined Majors Program
Bolton Hall, room 280

The nature and structure of families have been changing throughout our country’s history.  This talk will explore some long term trends, including the decline in marriage rates, the plateauing of divorce rates, and the decline in fertility rates. We will then consider the impact of the pandemic on fertility rates and mothers’ employment.

2:30 - 3:30pm

Class of 1967 Roundtable Discussion
Bolton Hall, room 280

2:30 - 5pm

Young Alumni Fun Day
Upper South Park

Share some laughs with your classmates on Upper South Park. BYOB.

3 - 4:30pm

Guided Bus Tour of Saratoga Springs and the Old Campus
Case Center Bus Stop

Enjoy a tour of historic Saratoga Springs and Skidmore's first campus. No pre-registration, but space is limited; first-come, first-served.

Bus departs Case Center parking lot at 3:05 pm

3:00 - 4:30pm

Tour of the Bille Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences
Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Glotzbach Atrium

3 - 3:30pm

Class of 1962 Memorial Service
Alumni Memorial Garden (behind the Surrey-Williamson Inn)

3:30 - 4:30pm

Tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

Join Rachel Seligman ’91, the Tang Museum’s Assistant Director for Curatorial Affairs and Malloy Curator, for a tour of Alumni Invitational 5.

4 - 5pm

Gathering for Friends of Bill W.
Ladd Hall, room 207

 5 - 6pm

Skidmore Department of Nursing Reception: Celebrating the Past and the Future
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Citrin Family Student Lounge, 3rd Floor

Join fellow graduates to celebrate the rich history of Skidmore's nursing program. Open to all in the nursing profession.

5:30 - 6:45pm

Class of 2007 Happy Hour
Hospitality Suite

6 - 6:30pm

Class of 1972 Class Photo
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Thomas Amphitheater

6 - 6:45pm

Class of 1962 Talk with Ian Berry and Ann Schapps Schaffer
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

6:30 - 8:30pm

Class of 1972 Celebration Dinner
Scribner House Lawn & Carriage House, 791 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs

6:30 - 8:30pm

Reunion Classes Celebration Dinner
Upper South Park, Under the Tent

For the classes of 1947, 1952, 1957, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002, 2007, 2012 and 2017.

6:45 - 8:30pm

Class of 1962 and 1967 Celebration Dinner
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

6:45 - 7pm

Class of 2017 Class Photo
Upper South Park

8:45 - 10:15pm

Live Music and Dancing
Upper South Park, Under the Tent

10 - 10:30pm

Annual Reunion Fireworks Display
South Park

10:30 - 11:30pm

Live Music and Dancing
Upper South Park, Under the Tent

Time

Activity

7 - 10am

Check Out
Residence Halls

7:30 - 11am

Breakfast
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall

8 - 9:30am

Class of 1972 Breakfast
Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor

10am - 12noon

Art Exhibition Pick Up
Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Payne Presentation Room

Exhibiting artists should stop by to retrieve their work.

10am - 1pm

Class of 1987 Farewell Brunch
Home of David ’87 and Beth Harrison, Saratoga Springs

Join fellow 1987 classmates for a casual brunch before you depart for home.

10:30 - 11:15am

Alumni Memorial Service
Alumni Memorial Garden (behind the Surrey-Williamson Inn)

11:15 - 11:45am

Class of 1972 Memorial Service
Alumni Memorial Garden (behind the Surrey-Williamson Inn)