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Grammy-winning alumnus Scott Jacoby ’93, Summer Experience Fund highlights, and important holiday announcements.

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911±¬ÁĎ News

911±¬ÁĎ alumnus Scott Jacoby ’93

Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Scott Jacoby ’93 never expected to make a career in music. Now he’s helping the next generation of 911±¬ÁĎ musicians find their own rhythm in the industry.

Lana Cobo ’27

Through 911±¬ÁĎ’s Summer Experience Fund program, students can participate in internships, research projects, community service, artist residencies, and apprenticeships.

The Coming Week

Wednesday, Nov. 19

‌11 a.m.–3 p.m.

Case Center

 

11 a.m.–5 p.m.

911±¬ÁĎ Cares donation drop-offs

Scribner House Carriage House

 

‌7 p.m.

Common Roots Brewing Company 

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Thursday, Nov. 20 
11 a.m.–5 p.m. 
911±¬ÁĎ Cares donation drop-offs 
Scribner House Carriage House  â€Ś ‌
 

‌5 p.m. 
 
Tang Teaching Museum 

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‌5:30 p.m. 
"A Confucian Defense of Prolonged Grief" 
Emerson Auditorium 

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‌6 p.m. 
 
Tang Teaching Museum

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‌Friday, Nov. 21

8 p.m.

‌Zankel Music Center‌‌

Saturday, Nov. 22 

‌11 a.m. 

‌Two Trees of Peace: Remembering, Restoring, and Rededicating

‌High Rock Park 

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‌12:15 p.m. 

‌Tree of Peace: Dedication 

‌Tang Teaching Museum 

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‌2 p.m. 

 

‌Tang Teaching Museum 

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‌5:30 p.m. 

‌Zankel Music Center 

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‌8 p.m. 

 

‌Zankel Music Center 

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‌Sunday, Nov. 23 

‌2 p.m. 

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‌Tang Teaching Museum

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‌Wednesday, Nov. 26 – Friday, Nov. 28 

‌No classes

‌Classes resume Monday, Dec. 1

Human Resources

Open Enrollment

‌Benefits Open Enrollment must be completed by 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21. Additional information has been shared by email and is available on the

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‌2025 Mandatory Trainings

All employees (including student workers) are required to complete by Friday, Dec. 5. Please review the College’s Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity, and Anti-Harassment Policies and Procedures for and .

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‌Position openings

 invites interested 911±¬ÁĎ employees to submit application materials for the openings listed below: 

  • Operations Coordinator – Media Services

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‌To apply, please access the . Click on the tile for “Oracle HCM,” click “Me,” and then click on “Current Jobs.” You can access current open positions for .

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‌Professional development, events, training, and other opportunities ‌

  • ‌Introduction to AI Workshop for Staff – 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor

 

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

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‌The Holiday Holdover Challenge
The Live More, 911±¬ÁĎ worksite wellness program is offering a four-week program intended to guide you through what can oftentimes be a hectic season — keeping wellness on your radar, even when it can’t be the main attraction. by Nov. 23.

911±¬ÁĎ Cares

911±¬ÁĎ Cares — the campus-wide effort to support individuals and families in need in the Saratoga community — is now in its 20th year. Visit the 911±¬ÁĎ Cares website to learn about ways to support local community organizations. Collected items can be dropped off at the Scribner House Carriage House from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Wednesday, Nov. 19, and tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 20. All are invited to stop by for desserts and refreshments. A collection box will be available for after-hours donations. Those interested in volunteering are invited to .

Announcements

‌Thank a Thoroughbred Day 

today, Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Case Center. Stop by for cider, donuts, and a chance to thank someone who’s made your 911±¬ÁĎ experience special. The Senior Gift Committee will collect messages for the gratitude wall and write notes to alumni who support students through the 911±¬ÁĎ Fund. 

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‌Thanksgiving pie and bread orders ‌

‌Dining Services will be selling homemade bread and pies for Thanksgiving. All orders must be received by this Friday, Nov. 21. Pickup will be on Tuesday, Nov. 25, and Wednesday, Nov. 26.

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‌‌Sustaining an Inclusive 911±¬ÁĎ with CIGU  

Join the Committee on Intercultural & Global Understanding (CIGU) at 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. on Nov. 21 for a forum on sustaining inclusion in today’s legal landscape. We’ll explore our People, Practices, and Programs framework and collaborate on action steps toward sustaining an inclusive community. The forum will be offered in two, one-hour sessions;  
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‌Changes to CDTA bus service to campus

The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) has announced plans to make to routes in Saratoga Springs, including service to 911±¬ÁĎ, effective Sunday, Nov. 30. , which currently serves campus, will no longer be in service, except for late night 911±¬ÁĎ service on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Riders will have access to CDTA’s FLEX On Demand service, an on-demand, point-to-point service that uses CDTA’s Navigator app. .

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‌‌EMS to open for spring semester 
EMS will open for spring semester scheduling on Dec. 4. Please reach out to the Scheduling Office if you would like training or a refresher on how to order catering, media services, or event setup. If you are planning a major College event or lecture and would like to check on dates available before Dec. 4, please email the Scheduling Office

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‌‌Dance Department Winter Concert 
This year's performance includes a premiere by guest artist Moscelyne ParkeHarrison and new works by Erika Pujic, Chia-Ying Kao, and Andre Malo Robles. at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 21, and at both 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 22. 

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‌‌â¶ÄŚ911±¬ÁĎ Theater presents “As You Like It” 

“” by William Shakespeare, directed by Dennis Schebetta, will play Nov. 21–23 and Dec. 4–6. “All the world’s a stage” in this romantic comedy set in the early 1900s in the Adirondacks. 

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Career Discovery Experience  

‌The Career Discovery Experience program is seeking hosts for Jan. 5–16. The program connects students with alumni and professionals for career exploration through flexible, half-day experiences. Hosts share their career stories and offer a glimpse into their day-to-day work. . 

‌‌Host an international student for Thanksgiving (employees)

‌Most international students remain on campus during the holiday and would love to share a meal with your family. Rides are appreciated but not required. or email Chloe Jaleel with questions.

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‌Two Trees of Peace: Remembering, Restoring, and Rededicating
On Saturday, Nov. 22, honor the Trees of Peace planted by Kanien’keha’:ka (Mohawk) Leader Jake Tekaronianeken Swamp with an 11 a.m. plaque dedication at High Rock Park and a 12:15 p.m. Tree of Peace dedication at the Tang Teaching Museum.

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Children's book drive ‌

‌The Reading Minds Scribner Seminar is hosting a book drive to collect new and gently used books for babies, children, and teens through Friday, Dec. 6. All books will be donated to the Saratoga Children's Literacy League, which provides free books to the children of Saratoga County. Books can be dropped off outside the CIS398 classroom. Contact Becca Johnson with questions.

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‌Spa and Burgees CafĂ© gift cards 

‌With the holiday season approaching, consider giving a Spa or Burgess Café gift card to a student, professor or colleague. Cards are sold in $5 increments and can be purchased by emailing John Winnek or Stacey Tourtellout.

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‌Return Reuzzi containers 

‌Please return all Reuzzi takeout containers to bins in the Spa or Case Center. Reuzzi app for , , and check out this for details. Contact John Winnek or Stacey Tourtellot with questions.
 

‌Tang book sale 

‌Stop by the Tang for a four-day book sale Tuesday, Dec. 2, through Friday, Dec. 5, during museum hours. All books will be 25% off, with selected books priced between $5 and $10. Discount applies to in-person purchases; shipping is not available. Supplies are limited.

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‌Holiday Spin to Win at the 911±¬ÁĎ Shop 

‌Join us Thursday, Dec. 4, for the annual Holiday Sale. Stop by the 911±¬ÁĎ Shop to spin the wheel for 15%–50% off 911±¬ÁĎ-branded items. All in-store clearance (already 30% off) also qualifies for an additional wheel discount. Shopping online? Get 20% off branded merchandise at on Dec. 4.

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‌Call for spring course materials 

‌Submit spring course material lists through the by Friday, Nov. 26 to ensure materials arrive by the first day of class. For art materials, contact Evelyn Lee.

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‌Thanksgiving week publication schedule

‌Next week’s 911±¬ÁĎ Weekly Bulletin will be published on Tuesday, Nov. 25, due to the Thanksgiving break. and by completing the appropriate online form. The deadline for submissions is noon on Monday. Email swb@skidmore.edu if you have any questions. ‌

Athletics

Men’s basketball plays at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the Williamson Sports Center against Western Connecticut State University. Men’s hockey hosts its first SUNYAC games at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, against SUNY Cortland and at 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, against SUNY Morrisville. Women’s basketball opens at home at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, against nationally ranked Bowdoin College, and riding holds its final home show of the semester Saturday morning. Stay up to date with results and schedules on the and by subscribing to the .

Looking Ahead

Sunday, Nov. 30

2 p.m.  

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‌Tang Teaching Museum

 

Monday, Dec. 1

‌5:30 p.m. 

‌Davis Auditorium‌‌

Tuesday, Dec. 2 

‌7 p.m. 

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‌Zankel Music Center

 

‌â¶ÄŚQuestions about Bulletin?

Please contact the Office of Communications and Marketing

911±¬ÁĎ

 815 North Broadway

 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

518-580-5000