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AI survey deadline, meet the Class of 2025, host of WSPN's "Maraschino Lobotomy" tunes in, Commencement, and more, this week.

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Skidmore News

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The żěè¶ĚĘÓƵ graduates are resilient, creative changemakers who are using their liberal arts education to build community, pursue bold ideas, and make a global impact.

Oli Landsman ’27 types on a laptop in the WSPN studio

Oli Landsman ’27 found an unexpected creative outlet as DJ Dirty Shirley, host of WSPN’s “Maraschino Lobotomy.” See how spinning tracks at Skidmore helped her tune in to a whole new side of music — and herself.

The Coming Week

Through Friday, May 16 

‌Senior Week 

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‌Through Saturday, May 17 

 

‌Tang Teaching Museum ‌ ‌ 

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‌Saturday, May 17 ‌‌ ‌

‌10:40 a.m. ‌‌ ‌

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‌Saratoga Performing Arts Center

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Sunday, May 18 

‌10 a.m. 

‌Senior move out 

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‌Thursday, May 22 

‌Charter Day 

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‌Saturday, May 24 

‌2 p.m. 

‌Tang Teaching Museum

Human Resources

Professional development, events, training, and other opportunities ‌

  • Retirement and Recognition Ceremony — Noon-2 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, Case Green

 

‌For more information, including registration details and a full listing of opportunities, visit the .

Faculty-Staff Achievements

Read about the achievements of Crystal Dea Moore and Kieron Dwayne Sargeant.

Announcements

Campus power shutdown May 24 Facilities Services will be shutting down electrical power to campus from 6 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 24. During this time, all campus buildings will lose power except: North Hall, the Tang Teaching Museum, Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, McCaffery Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center, and North Broadway offices. Facilities staff will monitor buildings and systems during and after the planned power outage. 

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‌Spring and summer maintenance projects 

‌Facilities Services has several maintenance and improvement projects planned for the spring and summer months, as part of an ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for all. More detailed updates will be shared as specific projects begin and available on the Facilities web page. Contact Facilities at ext. 5860 with questions. ‌

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‌Pop-up grill begins ‌

‌Beginning on Monday, May 19, Dining Services will offer a pop-up grill on Porter Plaza, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The grill menu features burgers, hotdogs, chicken, meatless options, and other specials throughout the summer. Combo meal and a la carte pricing will be available. Contact John Winnek with questions. ‌

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‌Input needed: AI survey

‌The Presidential AI Work Group requests that employees fill out an 8- to 10-minute survey to gauge needs and inform future trainings, programming, and investments in AI subscriptions. The and the can be accessed online. The deadline is Friday, May 16.

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‌'Navigating Uncertainty Together, Part II' recording ‌ ‌

‌A recording of “” (passcode V*6BUXY5) is available. The information session continued discussions and provided resources in response to an evolving legal landscape in higher education. For further guidance regarding federal immigration actions, please visit Skidmore's Federal Immigration Actions and Resources page.

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Updated Institutional Effectiveness Plan 

‌S°ěľ±»ĺłľ´Ç°ů±đ’s Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness Plan outlines College-wide processes and expectations and reflects the Institutional Policy and Planning Committee’s (IPPC) ongoing commitment to supporting students and fostering meaningful improvement across campus. The plan has been updated to align with the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, clarify roles, and add a new framework for tracking student success. 

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‌SPAC Skidmore employee discount 

‌Skidmore employees can enjoy 20% off tickets to any Saratoga Jazz Festival, New York City Ballet, and Philadelphia Orchestra performances this summer by using the promo code SKIDMORE. This discount cannot be applied to Live Nation concerts or other performances. Visit for the full schedule. 

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‌Give+Go signups and donations ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

‌Give+Go is an annual program designed to gather gently used goods left behind by students at the end of the academic year to bring to nonprofits. Students are invited to leave donations at bins around campus. Sign up to volunteer for and during the . Contact Celia Darling with questions.

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Summer Bulletin publication schedule ‌

‌From May 21 through Aug. 20, Bulletin will be distributed only to faculty and staff, as well as students who remain on campus during the summer. It will also continue to be posted online. To submit announcements and events, please complete the online submission form. The deadline for all submissions is noon on Monday. For questions, email swb@skidmore.edu

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‌Family Sale Day 

‌Join the from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 16, for Family Sale Day. Celebrate the Class of 2025 and enjoy 15% off all Skidmore-branded merchandise. 

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‌Skidmore Shop closed for inventory 

‌The Skidmore Shop will be closed for its annual inventory Monday, May 19, through Thursday, May 22, and will reopen for business on Friday, May 23.

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