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Art celebrations, staff meeting recap, and exciting events this week.

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91´«Ã½ News

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The theater and business double major says the faculty and opportunities he accessed at 91´«Ã½ supported his ambitions, helping him on his path to a star-studded production of œTwelfth Night.

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President Marc C. Conner and College leaders welcomed staff to the first meeting of the academic year, sharing updates on professional development opportunities, strategic priorities, admissions, and 91´«Ã½ response to challenges facing higher education.

The Coming Week

ŒThursday, Sept. 11

5-6:30 p.m. 

Opening Reception: House Party!

ŒThe Schick Art Gallery

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ŒFriday, Sept. 12
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Off-Campus Study Fair 

ŒCase Center Walkway
 

3-7:30 p.m. 

 

ŒTang Teaching Museum

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Œ4-5 p.m. 

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ŒArts Quad Green 

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Œâ¶ÄŒ5 p.m. 

 

Œâ¶ÄŒTang Teaching Museum 

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ŒŒSaturday, Sept. 13

2 p.m.

Œâ¶ÄŒTang Teaching Museum

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ŒSunday, Sept. 14

Œ2 p.m.

Œâ¶ÄŒTang Teaching Museum

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3 p.m.

 

ŒZankel Music Center

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Faculty-Staff Achievements

Read about recent achievements from faculty and staff members, including Adrian Bautista, Carly Connors, Ben Harwood, Katie Hauser, Xiaoshuo Hou, Rachel Mann Rosan, Shannon Rodriguez, Yelena Biberman-Ocakli, Tory Chase, Marc Conner, David Domozych, Catherine J. Golden, Jason Ohlberg, Ryan Overbey, Robert ParkeHarrison, Rodrigo Schneider, Smriti Tiwari, Michael Swellander, and Masami Tamagawa.

Announcements

ŒFitness class registration is open 

ŒRegistration is now open for , which run for 10 weeks beginning the week of Sept. 15. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. or contact Lacey Walsh for more information.

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Tang 25! Campus Open House

Join us from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, for a campus-wide open house celebrating the ” enjoy free food, tote-bag stamping, a preview of new exhibitions, and Tang swag. The celebration also features The Earthling Parade led by artist Yvette Molina at 5 p.m.

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Œâ¶ÄŒFall intramural sports registration

Students are invited to participate in fall intramural sports, including co-ed volleyball, 3 v 3 basketball, and doubles tennis. Registration is open until Sept. 17. Leagues will begin the week of Sept. 22 and run through the week of Nov. 17. To register, please visit or contact Elizabeth Ghilardi.

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ŒSupporting LGBTQIA+ faculty and staff at 91´«Ã½

ŒThe Queer Faculty and Staff Affinity Group (QFSAG), in partnership with Human Resources, supports LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at 91´«Ã½ by fostering visibility and community.

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ŒChildren swim lessons 

Œ91´«Ã½ swimming and diving team will offer children swimming lessons this fall for ages 4 and older. Lessons begin Thursday, Oct. 2. Registration will be held in person from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 11, in the Williamson Sports Center lobby. For details, email Jill Greenleaf or call ext. 5368.

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Œâ¶ÄŒSweet Honey in the Rock comes to 91´«Ã½ for In It 10

ŒAs part of the In It 10 series, 91´«Ã½ is welcoming Sweet Honey in the Rock to Zankel Music Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26. This event is free for 91´«Ã½ students, staff, faculty, and retirees, but you™ll need to reserve your complimentary ticket using . Tickets for partners, friends, and family are also available for or at the box office.

Skidtoberfest 2025: Call for vendors

Œâ¶ÄŒThe first Skidtoberfest will be held from noon to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at Upper South Park during Homecoming and Family Weekend. Students, staff, and faculty members are invited to sell their wares. Interested in becoming a vendor? Email the Office of Stewardship and College Events for more details.

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ŒCampus flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics

Health Services is partnering with Adirondack Health and Wellness to provide flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Tennis Viewing Room on the first floor of the McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center. Clinics will be held Friday, Sept. 19; Friday, Oct. 10; Friday, Oct. 24; and Thursday, Nov. 7. The COVID-19 vaccine will not be available at the Sept. 19 clinic. If supply becomes available, it will be included at the October and November clinics. For more information about the clinics and to register, visit the Health Services website or email health@skidmore.edu.

Constitution Day at 91´«Ã½ Shop

Check out Constitution-related books being studied in class this semester and pick up a free pocket U.S. Constitution at 91´«Ã½ Shop on Constitution Day, Wednesday, Sept. 17. 

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ŒŒ91´«Ã½ Weekly Bulletin submission procedure and schedule 

ŒHelp reduce bulk emails by posting your announcement in 91´«Ã½ Weekly Bulletin, which is distributed to all employees as well as to all students. Submit announcements and events, and faculty and 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 or experience technical issues due to ongoing website updates. 

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Athletics

The field hockey team will play its home opener against SUNY New Paltz at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Wagner Park, and will host Hartwick College at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. Women soccer faces Plattsburgh State at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10, followed by the men team at 7 p.m., both at Wachenheim Field. Men soccer will also play Springfield College at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13. Women tennis and golf begin their 2025-26 seasons this weekend at Middlebury College. Stay up to date with results and schedules on the , and subscribe to the

Looking Ahead

ŒWednesday, Sept. 17 

Œ4:30 p.m. 

ŒHouse Party: Artists' Talk 

ŒThe Schick Art Gallery

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Œ5:30 p.m
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Wyckoff Center in Case Center

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7 p.m. 

ŒSaratoga Springs Public Library

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ŒThursday, Sept. 18

ŒN´Ç´Ç²Ô

ŒTang Teaching Museum

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ŒFriday, Sept. 19

Œ10 a.m.

ŒTang Teaching Museum

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9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Campus Flu Vaccine Clinic 

ŒMcCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center, Tennis Viewing Room, first floor

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Œ7:30 p.m. 

 

ŒZankel Music Center

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Sunday, Sept. 21

Œ2 p.m.

ŒTang Teaching Museum

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Œâ¶ÄŒSunday, Sept. 21

Œ7 p.m.

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ŒZankel Music Center

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ŒŒâ¶ÄŒWednesday, Sept. 24

5Œ-7:30 p.m.

ŒDining Services' annual farmers market themed dinner

ŒMurray-Aikins Dining Hall 

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