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Election debrief and student resources, Staff Meeting Recap, give input on Strategic Planning, and more, this week.

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91传媒 News

All are invited to a post-election debrief with 91传媒 faculty who will address the questions that remain following Election Day, concluding 91传媒 Election 2024 programming.

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91传媒 leadership updated staff on strategic planning, benefits open enrollment, training requirements, campus events, and college priorities.

The Coming Week

Wednesday, Nov. 6 

�4:30-6 p.m. 

 

孋ase Center 

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孴hursday, Nov. 7 �

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孴ang Teaching Museum � �

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�Friday, Nov. 8 �

�9 a.m.-5 p.m. �

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孧ultipurpose Room, Williamson Sports Center 

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�7 p.m. 

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孲aratoga City Rink

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7:30 p.m. �

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孼ankel Music Center 

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孲unday, Nov. 10 �

�2-3 p.m. �

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孴ang Teaching Museum 

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孧onday, Nov. 11 

�11:45 a.m. 

孷eterans Day ceremony 

孉t the flagpole near the entrance to campus � �

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孴uesday, Nov. 12 �

�6:30-7:30 p.m. �

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孴ang Teaching Museum

Strategic Planning

All staff, faculty, and students are invited to share ideas for 91传媒 new, five-year Strategic Plan (2025-2030), and its five strategic themes: creativity and academic excellence; endowment for need-based financial aid; the residential student experience; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); and sustainability.

  • 孫ffer input on sustainability: Share feedback with the Campus Sustainability Subcommittee via sustainability boards in Case Center and the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences; an online feedback form available Nov. 11-22; during tabling sessions from noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 11 to 15 in Case Center; or at a community forum from 5 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 18 in Wyckoff Center. 
  • �Offer input on DEI: Share feedback with the Committee on Intercultural and Global Understanding through ; a collaborative poster in Wyckoff Center through Nov. 15; tabling sessions with committee members from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 11-13 in Case Center; and community forums from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 and from 3 to 4 p.m. on Nov. 15 in Wyckoff Center. 
  • �Office hours with faculty vice chair of strategic planning: Associate Professor of Economics Smriti Tiwari will hold office hours from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13. To register, please email stiwari@skidmore.edu. 
  • 孲ubmit one-page white papers: Papers should include ideas for what should be added, expanded, continued, revised, or retired to support 91传媒 future, weighing in on any of the strategic themes or other topics. Group submissions are encouraged. Submissions are due by 5 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15, to planning@skidmore.edu.

Human Resources

Benefits Fair and Open Enrollment � �

� begins today, Wednesday, Nov. 6, and must be completed by the end of Friday, Nov. 22. Information session recordings for (passcode: +t=6x%O*) and (password: @q1#5pfQ) employees are available. Additional information will be shared by email and posted to the website.

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孭osition openings

 invites interested 91传媒 employees to submit application materials for the openings listed below: 

  • 孯egistered Nurse � Health Services 

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孴o apply, please access the . Click on the tile for 淥racle HCM,� click 淢e,� and then click on 淐urrent Jobs.� You can access current open positions for .

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�Professional development, events, training, and other opportunities �

  • 孧anaging the Multi-Generational Workplace (for supervisors) � 9-11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12 �
  • 孨avigating the Multi-Generational Workplace � 9-11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13 � �
  • 孧anaging the Wave of Change (for supervisors) � 9-11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 5 � �
  • 孴he Wave of Change � 9-11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 12 � � � � �

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All events will be held in Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor. For more information, including registration details and a full listing of opportunities, visit the . Contact Lovelyne Pierre with questions.

 

Annual mandatory training � � � �

孉ll employees (including student workers) are required to complete annual HR mandatory trainings by Dec. 6. Due to new 2024 Title IX regulations, required trainings will now be completed in two parts: � � � �

  • 孭art I: � � � �
  • 孭art II: Title IX & You: Protecting Your Campus 2024-2025 () � � � � � �

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Announcements

Opportunities to process the election 

孴he Counseling Center, Health Promotion/Peer Health Educators, Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion, and the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life are collaborating to provide opportunities for students to pause, take a break, and process in the days surrounding Election Day. Read more about the various opportunities, resources, and events being offered.

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孒onoring our veterans �

孭lease join us at 11:45 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at the flagpole near the entrance to campus for a brief ceremony honoring our veterans, including those who are part of our 91传媒 community. In case of rain, the gathering will be held in the Glotzbach Atrium of the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences. 

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�91传媒 Cares � �

�91传媒 Cares � the annual campus-wide effort to support individuals and families in need in the Saratoga community � is now in its 19th year. Visit the to learn about ways to support local community organizations. Collected items can be dropped off at Scribner House Carriage House from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 20 and 21. A collection box will be available outside the carriage house for after-hours donations. � 

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孨ational First-Gen Celebration Day �

孉ll are welcome to honor the achievements and unique experiences of first-generation college students for National First-Gen Celebration Day, from 2 to 3 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8, in Wyckoff Center. Enjoy a variety of delicious appetizers and treats, share stories, build lasting connections, and enter to win prizes valued at up to $250. Contact Student Affairs with questions. �

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孉.I.M by Kyle Abraham panel and community classes 

孌ancers from A.I.M by Kyle Abraham will be joining 91传媒 campus this week. Their residency will include two events open to the 91传媒 community: a panel discussion from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, in Gannet Auditorium and an AIM Movement Workshop Community Class from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in Dance Studio II, Williamson Sports Center. Contact Sarah DiPasquale for more information. 

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孲eeking winter job shadowing hosts 

孴he Career Development Center is seeking job shadow hosts as part of their 2025 Winter Job Shadow Program. Job shadow hosts can include 91传媒 alumni, parents, or employers who graciously open their doors to provide firsthand insight into the daily demands and responsibilities of their respective fields to sophomore students. Contact Zachary VanGalder with questions. 

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孴hank-A-Thoroughbred Day sponsored by the 91传媒 Fund 

孲tudents, faculty, and staff are invited to celebrate the second annual Thank-A-Thoroughbred Day, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 19, outside of the Case Student Gallery in Case Center. Be entered to win one of two $50 91传媒 Shop gift cards by writing a note of thanks or creating a video 渕oment of gratitude.� 

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孠ids Night Out

孠ids ages 5 to 13 are invited to come enjoy well-supervised recreational activities sponsored by the baseball team and provided by the great facilities of 91传媒 Williamson Sports Center 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 8. No pre-registration is necessary. Cost is $10 per child. Contact Ron Plourde (x5380) for more information. 

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孒ost an international student for Thanksgiving 

孍ach year, Student Academic Services matches international students who can't go home with 91传媒 families who would like to add cheer and intercultural exchange to their Thanksgiving meals. Members of the 91传媒 community willing to host an international student at their meal should express interest through a . Contact Chloe Jaleel with questions. �

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孍MS opens soon for spring scheduling 

孍MS will open on Monday, Nov. 11, for spring event scheduling. Those with questions or who need training on how to use EMS or order services (media, event setup, catering) should contact the Scheduling Office.

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孒elp build a trail in the North Woods 

孒elp the Sustainability Office build a new trail in the North Woods. for a North Woods Trail reroute from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15. Volunteers of any experience level are welcome to contribute for any amount of time. Email Celia Darling to RSVP. 

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孶pdates from Dining Services 

孌ining Services will be selling homemade breads and pies for Thanksgiving. All orders must be received by Thursday, Nov. 21. Dining Services will also be hosting two themed dinners in November: Harry Potter on Tuesday, Nov. 19, and an international dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21. Both dinners will be held from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please visit the regularly for updates, Spa Specials, hours of operation, and other information. 

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孭ermanent closure of Broadview campus branch 

� will permanently close its campus branch at the close of business on Friday, Nov. 15. and will no longer maintain an ATM on campus. Broadview customers can continue to use nearby locations at 7 Lowes Drive in Wilton and 2439 Route 9 in Malta. Note that Adirondack Trust Company continues to operate an ATM in Case Center. 

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孧ixed Martial Arts Club advisor 

孴he Mixed Martial Arts Club is looking for a faculty or staff advisor. Please contact Nicki Damiano, coordinator of club sports, to express interest and learn more. 

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91传媒 Weekly Bulletin submission procedure and schedule

Help reduce bulk emails by posting your announcement in 91传媒 Weekly Bulletin, which is distributed to all students and employees. Submit announcements and events; lectures, panels, and other academic events; and faculty-staff achievements by completing the appropriate online form. The deadline for all submissions is noon on Monday. Email swb@skidmore.edu if you have questions. �

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�Toys for Toga at the 91传媒 Shop 

孒elp give local children a happy holiday by donating to . Join the 91传媒 Shop for the second year in a row by dropping off new, unwrapped toys in the bin at the front of the shop, through Dec. 12.

Athletics News

Men hockey annual Pack the Rink event will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday at the Saratoga City Rink against Babson. T-shirts will be available with the donation of a canned food item for 91传媒 Cares. The Thoroughbreds and Beavers will meet again at 4 p.m.on Saturday. After an exciting Tuesday evening of first-round games, all three Thoroughbred teams competing advanced to the Liberty League semifinals. Men soccer and will travel to St. Lawrence for the semis. Field hockey went on the road to and will play its semifinal game Friday at Ithaca. Women soccer will also play at Ithaca in the semis on Friday following . It also basketball season; the men team opens Friday night at Plattsburgh, while the women will play their first game Saturday at Mount Saint Mary. Stay up to date with results and schedules on the , and be sure to subscribe to the .

Looking Ahead

Thursday, Nov. 14 

�2:15-2:30 p.m. 

孴ang Teaching Museum 

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�6-8 p.m. 

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孴ang Teaching Museum 

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孲aturday, Nov. 16 

�2-3:30 p.m. 

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孴ang Teaching Museum

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7:30 p.m. 

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Zankel Music Center 

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孲unday, Nov. 17 

�2-3 p.m. 

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孴ang Teaching Museum 

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�2:30 p.m. 

 

孼ankel Music Center

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