Traore discusses her journey from curating her first show for the Tang in 2017 to opening Hannah Traore Gallery in New York City earlier this year, and the difference it’s making in the art community. [Read more and watch the interactive video]
Gallerist Hannah Traore ’17 provides a path forward for historically marginalized artists
Traore discusses her journey from curating her first show for the Tang in 2017 to opening Hannah Traore Gallery in New York City earlier this year, and the difference it’s making in the art community. [Read more and watch the interactive video]
Medical school acceptances exceed national average
Graduates’ applications and acceptances to medical, dental, veterinary, and other healthcare schools continue to rise, thanks in no small part to the dedication of Skidmore’s Health Professions Advisory Committee. [Read more]
Liberty League decorates fall athletes, including Player of the Year Kat Dunn '24
Dunn is Skidmore's first Liberty League Player of the Year in women's soccer. Women’s soccer coaching staff, led by Head Coach Lacey Largeteau, has been named the Co-Coaching Staff of the Year, and dozens of fall athletes have racked up accolades. [Read more]
Study abroad program recognized for leadership in diversity, inclusion
The Tufts-Skidmore Spain program has won a 2022 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion in International Education Award from Diversity Abroad, which promotes diversity in study abroad programs. [Read more]
Mark your calendars! Nov. 29 is #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back, and Skidmore is participating again this year. But why wait? Beat the rush and join this year’s effort by making a gift today. As an added bonus this year, we’re offering a cookie to current students at the start of finals week for each GivingTuesday donor – help us share the joy! Together, we make a difference.
Do you have a high school junior about to begin the college search process? Skidmore invites high school juniors who are the children or grandchildren of Skidmore alumni or employees, and siblings of current students, to attend the Junior Admissions Workshop on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023, on the Skidmore campus. Register here.
Give your student a boost of encouragement during fall semester study days with a Study Basket! Each basket is $30 and contains snacks, drinks, activities, and other goodies, and you can include an encouraging note for your student. Order by Dec. 7!
Psychology Professor Sheldon Solomon will present the virtual lecture “Hitler and Twittler: (Un)Truth and Fascism” at 7 p.m. Dec. 6. Register for the webinar here. Also, browse our archive of past webinars at any time.
Check out the latest first-person essays by recent graduates who completed yearlong pre-professional internships at the Tang Teaching Museum this summer: Roman Cohen ’22, the 2021-22 Eleanor Linder Winter Endowed Intern; and Madeleine Ward-Schultz '22, the 2021-22 Charina Endowment Fund Endowed Intern.
The Thoroughbred men’s and women’s soccer teams earned Liberty League tournament berths. The women tied Clarkson in the quarterfinals, with the Golden Knights advancing on penalty kicks. The men advanced to the championship game after a win over Hobart and a tie at Vassar. The Thoroughbreds lost to top seed St. Lawrence.
Skidmore faculty, staff, and alumni are frequently featured or quoted by major media outlets. See a roundup of recent news stories with Skidmore connections.
Joining the Career Advisor Network is a great opportunity to stay connected with the College and help students and fellow alumni as they navigate their job search or career self-discovery. All alumni and parents are invited to become advisors and share your valuable experiences.
During our specially designed, seven-night circumnavigation of Iceland from June 17-25, 2023, experience close encounters with primal landscapes and unique wildlife at the best time of year, when the midnight sun of the summer solstice melds into lingering twilight. Cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, five-star Le Bellot.
Free shipping! Mark your calendars for Monday, Nov. 28, and take advantage of skidmoreshop.com’s free standard shipping with use of promo code Cyber Monday, valid on Nov. 28 only.
Housed in a beautiful, century-old manor, Surrey-Williamson Inn offers 10 charming guest rooms, award-winning catering services, and a variety of meeting and event spaces perfect for campus visits, weddings and special events. Make your online room reservation here; use promo code “SKIDALUM” to receive the Skidmore alumni rate. For more information, contact surrey@skidmore.edu.
Find out what your fellow alumni are up to, from career milestones to family updates. You can submit your news online. Please direct any Class Notes-related questions to classnotes@skidmore.edu.
As a service to classmates, here is a listing of deceased alumni and online obituaries recently brought to Skidmore’s attention.