Looking back at 2020
Around the world and close to home, 2020 presented enormous challenges but also offered moments of incredible perseverance and compassion. The entire Skidmore community also demonstrated true heroism, resilience and — most of all — creativity. [Read more]
A time of extraordinary academic achievement, pandemic or not
Cross-cultural experiences, artistic achievement and innovative research — all of these would be the hallmarks of an accomplished semester, but Skidmore students achieved these and much more during an extraordinary semester framed by a global pandemic and measures designed to contain the spread of COVID-19. [Read more]
Skidmore community rallies to support local families and agencies
The Skidmore Cares 2020 donation drive collected more than 6,000 items to help those in need during particularly challenging times. [Read more]
President Conner's latest book a New York Times pick for 2020
The editors of The New York Times Book Review have included Skidmore College President and literary scholar Marc C. Conner’s latest book, “The Selected Letters of Ralph Ellison,” in their list of “100 Notable Books of 2020." The book is available for purchase from the Skidmore Shop. [Read more]
Looking for that perfect gift this holiday season? Want to support a small business owned by a Skidmore alum or parent? For original artisan crafts and artwork, handmade jewelry and body care, services, eats and treats, look no further than the Alumni & Parent Holiday 2020 Small Business Directory.
In our next book, “Storm in a Teacup,” Helen Czerski links ordinary objects and occurrences, like popcorn popping, coffee stains and fridge magnets, to big ideas like climate change, the energy crisis and innovative medical testing. Reading begins in January, so sign up today to join the conversation.
The Liberty League has recognized 49 Skidmore athletes who made the fall sport All-Academic Teams. The recognition of 49 athletes is a fall record for Skidmore, topping the previous record of 41 in 2015.
Alumni, parents and friends have exclusive access to a variety of professional development and lifelong learning webinars. Check out the archives to browse a diverse selection of previously broadcast webinars at any time.
Skidmore faculty, staff and alumni are frequently featured or quoted by major media outlets. See a roundup of recent news stories with Skidmore connections.
Alumni travel will resume in May 2021. See the list of exciting destinations — domestic and abroad — on the itinerary.
Share your creativity with the Saratoga Springs Satellite Reef project for the upcoming exhibition “Radical Fiber: Threads Connecting Art and Science.” The Roommate: Living with Tang Art program will return in spring 2021, allowing Skidmore students to borrow artwork from the Tang collection to hang in their residence hall room or apartment.
The Career Development Center will host Skidmore Recruitment Week, a virtual job interview event for seniors, the week of March 22. If your company is recruiting upcoming college graduates, contact Pam Fisher, associate director of employer outreach. The employer registration deadline is Monday, Feb. 1. Space is limited.
Skidmoreshop.com is open 24/7/365. Sign up for the Shop’s email list to learn about sales, events, promotions, giveaways and more. When you sign up, you’ll receive 10% off your first online order!
New Class Notes were published in the fall edition of Scope magazine and are posted online. For more information, contact Mary Monigan by email or at 800-564-0115. You can submit your news online.
As a service to classmates, here is a listing of deceased alumni and online obituaries recently brought to Skidmore’s attention.
