Name policy website
The College enables students, faculty, staff, and alumni to have a chosen name, which may be the same as, or different from, their legal name, for use within systems and communications maintained by the College’s Information Technology Office, except where the use of a legal name is required. Learn more about the Chosen Name Policy or submit a name request online.
CompostMORE
Show care for the planet by composting; compost leftovers in Murray-Aikins Dining Hall and the Spa, in residential spaces, and keep an eye out for green buckets in academic buildings. Refer to the Sustainability website for more information.
Fall intramural registration
Registration for co-ed volleyball (Monday and Wednesday 7 to 10 p.m. in the main gym) and 3 v 3 basketball (Tuesday and Thursday 7 to10 p.m. in the rec gym) is open through Thursday, Sept. 19. Leagues begin on Sept. 23 and run up to Thanksgiving Break. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to participate. Contact Elizabeth Ghilardi for more information.
The Writing Center opens
Students are invited to join trained student tutors for one-on-one consultations at every stage of the writing process. The Writing Center is open seven days a week.
Seeking ‘hosts' for international students
Employees are invited to join the International Friendship Family Program, which pairs faculty and staff with an international student to help them feel welcomed. Submit an application or contact Chloe Jaleel with questions.
Campus Safety move and interim fleet vehicle process
Campus Safety has begun its relocation from Jonsson Tower to the first floor of the Annex. All fleet vehicles have been relocated to the Falstaff parking lot, where they will need to be picked up and dropped off. All vehicles should have a clearly marked parking spot.
Tennis Court fall hours
Semester hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Contact Peter Fisher for more information.
Bike for free with CDPHP Cycle
Register for CDPHP Cycle by downloading the CDPHP Cycle app and subscribing with a Skidmore email address; submit promo code "Skidmore," enter a credit card for incidentals. The program includes free access to pedal bikes, and e-bikes are free for the first 30 minutes (e-bikes parked outside of Cycle! racks are charged a $2 convenience fee). Contact the Sustainability Office with questions.
Call for book donations
Scribner Library is seeking donations for its annual book sale, supporting the annual library student worker awards. Donations should be dropped off at the Circulation Desk, to the attention of Patty Kolberg.
Dining Services new additions
South Forty Nut Bars, created by Josh Schroeter ’84, are coming to the Spa, Burgess Café, and the Atrium. The Spa deli also has new signature sandwiches: the Sadie Special, the Italian mix, and a southwestern chicken sandwich. Burgess Café’s new Botrista beverage system will make customized, made-to-order boba teas, milk teas, fruit smoothies, and refresher drinks. Visit the Dining Services website regularly for updates, Spa Specials, hours of operation, and other information.
Skidmore Weekly Bulletin submission procedure and schedule
Help reduce bulk emails by posting your announcement in Skidmore 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@sipinglq.com if you have questions.
Apple’s back-to-school promotion
Through Monday, Sept. 30, at the Skidmore Shop, buy an eligible MacBook and receive AirPods (only three eligible MacBooks are left in stock). Buy an eligible iPad and receive an Apple Pencil Pro (only six eligible iPads are left in stock).
