Glossary

An interdisciplinary innovation hub and makerspace open to the campus community. Located on the first floor of CIS, it provides opportunities for creative exploration, collaboration, and hands-on projects.

A faculty member who provides guidance on course selection, academic planning, and degree requirements. Students are initially advised by their Scribner Seminar professor and typically transition to a faculty advisor in their major upon declaring it in the spring of their sophomore year.

The Office of Academic Advising helps students understand their academic degree requirements, timeline to graduation, and the College’s academic policies and procedures. We guide students toward graduation while making the most of their educational experience. Our academic advisors are committed to fostering strong academic standards while offering academic support and guidance to all students. The Office also implements the administrative processes surrounding Personal/Medical Leaves of Absence on behalf of the Commitee on Academic Standing.

The official college calendar outlining important academic dates, including the beginning and end of semesters, registration periods, academic breaks, and other significant deadlines.

The Learning Commons serves all Skidmore students through Peer Academic Coaches (PACs), peer tutoring, and both individual and group academic guidance and training. In addition to providing academic resources for every student, The Learning Commons offers targeted support for international students, students with disabilities, and student-athletes. The Commons also partners with campus offices and faculty to assist English Language Learners (ELL), students of color, and first-generation students — ensuring that every member of the Skidmore community has the tools and encouragement to succeed.