Week of August 27, 2023

August 27, 2023 ·

WELCOME BAAAAACK!!! We missed you, Golden Knights!

We know your inbox is probably bursting with emails since the fall semester starts TOMORROW (!!!), but we hope you’ll take a sec to read the first In the Know of the 2023-24 school year.

If you’re new here (or maybe just need a quick refresher), In the Know is Saint Rose’s weekly student newsletter where we share all the campus news that matters to YOU every Sunday. BTW, we also share all of this juicy info on our Instagram story every Monday, so make sure you follow us at @collegeofstrose if you aren’t already!

*deep breath*

Okay, let’s get into it.

P.S. Do you have any announcements or events to share with other students? Get the word out! Email your In the Know submissions to Sarah at intheknow@strose.edu by 5 p.m. on Thursdays to get featured in the next edition.

What’s New and Next

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The Week of Welcome is back and better than ever! And believe us, it’s gonna be a good one. Let’s see what’s on the schedule…a first-day-of-school photo booth, outdoor laser tag, corn hole tournaments, off-campus trips, free treats…oh my! Head to the Calendar section for the full schedule.

Reach Out Saint Rose is right around the corner! Have you signed up for our annual Day of Service on September 9 yet? What are you waiting for?! Be a part of this amazing campus tradition by signing up with your team, club, roommates, or just on your own to help make an impact on our community by serving our dear neighbors. We’ll be working with local organizations like the Boys and Girls Club, the Underground Railroad Project, the Red Bookshelf, the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, and more. Help us hit our goal of 400+ volunteers – sign up here!

Self-care starts NOW: End your first week by getting back in balance at the Sanctuary’s first yoga class of the semester! Join them this Thursday, August 31 at 6 p.m. in the Sanctuary. No experience (or yoga mat) needed!

Keep the self-care going with our resident therapy dog 🐶 That’s right! Eli, the Neil Hellman Library therapy dog, is back! Stop by to see him on Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Library food zone. Take it from us, Eli gives the best puppy snuggles!

Coming soon…The Career Carnival 🎟️ Join the Office of Career Services for a fun afternoon filled with career-themed games, prizes, tie-dye, and carnival snacks as we celebrate the beginning of another school year. The Career Carnival will take place on Thursday, September 7 on the Campus Green from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Career Services will also be raffling off a number of exciting items, including a JBL Charge 4 portable speaker!

Make music at Saint Rose! Do you want to join a Saint Rose music ensemble this year? Or maybe you want to take private lessons? Let our music industry team know! Fill out this interest form ASAP so your information is shared with the Chorale, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Rose Record Label directors, and instructors waiting to make music with you. P.S. While first priority is given to music industry students, students from ALL majors are welcome to join!

Want to be a student athlete? The Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs are looking for new teammates! These programs will give you a unique opportunity to travel and compete at colleges and universities in the Northeast. If you’re interested, please reach out to Coach Jones at jonesn@strose.edu.

Welcome back from your friends in the print and mail center! Resident students, don’t forget to stop into the mailroom in the EAC with your ID to get your mailbox number and combination. You can find hours of operation and how-to videos on the Mail & Print Center’s website. P.S. If you’re looking for a work-study position, they’re hiring!

Get to know our neighborhood at Meet, Munch, & More! The Midtown Pine Hills Committee is bringing MMM back on Sunday, September 17 with a pop-up barbeque. For years, MMM has brought college students and other neighbors in Midtown Pine Hills (that’s where we are!) together to meet, share food and fun, and learn about each other and the neighborhood. This year, the Midtown Pine Hills Committee will also be holding a Resource Fair at MMM that will feature materials and info about local resources available to help educate our neighbors. The MMM barbeque will take place from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Madison Park (at Madison Ave and Ontario Street).

Reminders

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Reminders from Res Life: Before you get too caught up in the excitement of the semester, our friends at Res Life have a few important deadlines you should add to your to-do list!

Remember to submit your Room Condition Report (RCR) on MyHousing by this Friday, September 1 at 4 p.m.
If you live in Centennial Hall, the last day to change or drop your meal plan is Friday, September 1 at 4 p.m.
Don’t procrastinate! Work with your roommate(s) to finish your Roommate/Apartment Agreement and turn it in to your RA by September 11.

Need to make a change to your schedule? The last day of Add/Drop is this Friday, September 1. You can also request changes to your schedules up through that day. The Office of Academic Advising will be open this week from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to see students on a walk-in basis for any schedule change requests. You’ll find them on the 3rd floor of Saint Joseph Hall!

Hey, new students! You should’ve received an email about this just a few hours ago, but we figured we’d give you a little nudge, too. All new undergrad and grad students must complete the Voices for Change training, an online education program designed to empower you to make well-informed decisions about issues related to sexual harassment and misconduct, alcohol and drugs, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and other issues that you may face in college. This training MUST be completed by October 15. Check your email for the link to the training.

Looking for even more info? Keep scrolling to check out our Academics, Wellness, and Calendar sections!

Happy birthday!

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This week, we’d like to wish a very happy birthday to …

Joey Roach, August 15 – Happy birthday Joey 💞🥳 From Kimora

Heather Miller, August 29

Liv Boucher, August 31 – Can’t wait to see you on your birthday! Love Mom, Dad, and Allie

Cain Mack, September 1

Send your birthday wishes to us on Instagram or email them to intheknow@strose.edu!

Club announcements

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The Golden Vybz present…Underwater: The ULTIMATE Pool Party! Saint Rose’s African & Caribbean dance team is starting the semester with a splash (get it?!) with an on-campus pool party. Join them for food, drinks, music, games, and swimming in the EAC pool on Saturday, September 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. Come dressed in your best beach attire! Wristbands will be on sale for $5. For more information, shoot them a DM on Instagram.

Want more helpful options in your Happiness toolkit? Come to one of the Sanctuary’s Happiness groups to boost your skills and meet some good people! “Happiness 101” meets Tuesdays at 3 p.m. in the Sanctuary basement starting September 5. If that day doesn’t work for you, check out “Happiness 2.0” on Wednesdays at 3 p.m., starting this Wednesday, August 30. Questions? Email Joan Horgan, our director of spiritual life, at horganj@strose.edu.

Join us for a morning mass meet-up! For students of the Catholic faith who want to get together, come to the Sanctuary this Sunday, September 3 at 10:15 a.m. for bagels before mass starts at St. Vincent de Paul Church (that’s right across the street!). For more information, email Joan at horganj@strose.edu.

Join the GK Dance Team! One of Saint Rose’s many dance groups is holding auditions next week, and they want to see YOU there. Auditions will be held Tuesday, September 5, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Standish Rooms A&B in the EAC. If you have any questions, reach out to Julia at malthanerj727@strose.edu.

Calling all Stephen Sondheim stans, Lin Manuel-Miranda maniacs, and more! A new musical theatre club is starting this semester. Start your warm-ups and keep an eye out for more information regarding auditions soon! Questions? Reach out to club founder Hannah Dote at doteh135@strose.edu.

Academics

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Thinking about the future? Register for the Fall Career Fair on September 20! Career Services is keeping up the momentum from the Career Carnival with another exciting event later this month. Employers will be there looking for undergrad and grad students, so don’t miss out! Registration closes on September 19 – sign up here!

Study abroad with Saint Rose! Explore new cities, immerse yourself in local culture, enjoy local cuisine, and even learn a new language – all while earning college credit! Discover amazing destinations around the world through The College of Saint Rose’s variety of study-abroad programs. Whatever your passion, we have the program for you! Join us for a Virtual Study Abroad Information Session on Wednesday, September 13, at 3:30 p.m. You can register for the event at https://strose.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkdeioqzkrGNKfTy0ODKO0FI82IrkD_0-X.

Important dates to remember:

September 1: Last day to add/drop.
September 11: Last day to apply for pass/fail grading for full semester classes.
September 28: Last day to withdraw from first half semester classes.
October 15: Degree applications due for May 2024 graduates.
November 3: Last day to withdraw from full semester and School of Business Graduate classes.
November 7: Advisement Day (no classes)
November 13: Undergraduate registration for Winter and Spring 2024 begins.
November 20: Graduate registration for Winter and Spring 2024 begins.
December 12 to 15: Finals Week

Woohoo!

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Serving the dear neighbor across the globe: This summer, 17 students from each of the Association of Colleges of Sisters of St. Joseph’s member campuses traveled to Le Puy, France to learn more about the charism, or spiritual gifts, of our founding sisters. In case you didn’t know, The College of Saint Rose was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1920, so this pilgrimage was a big deal for the Saint Rose students who were able to go!

And in early August, four students from our Communications Sciences & Disorders program traveled to Punta Gorda, Belize with a group of students from Duquesne University in partnership with Therapy Abroad. While they were there, they gained experience helping local children with communication disorders related to developmental disabilities (and got to learn more about the local culture in Punta Gorda, too!). Watch a recap of the trip here, courtesy of Therapy Abroad.

Let’s hear it for our new nursing students! Nine Saint Rose nursing students received their white coats during an August 20 ceremony at the College. The white coat ceremony marks a special moment in students’ nursing studies at Saint Rose as they prepare to begin clinical hours with St. Peter’s Hospital College of Nursing or Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing. The students’ family, friends, College faculty, administrators from Saint Rose, and the College’s clinical partners attended the ceremony. Congrats to Lauren Ernst, Grace Gardner, Bianca Anne Lee, Halle McIntyre, Olivia Mendoza, Marley Ogle, Emily Robbie, Madeline Rounds, and Tristan Wood!

Wellness

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Coping with homesickness: Is this your first time away from home? Do you miss your loved ones? You’re not alone! Join the Counseling Center’s new weekly arts and crafts support group, where homesickness finds comfort through creative expression and shared stories. The group meets Wednesdays at 3 p.m. in the Counseling Center, located at 1006 Madison Ave. The first meeting will be this Wednesday, August 30. Want more info? Call the Counseling Center at 518.454.5200.

Taming the anxious mind: What’s been clouding your head? What’s been clouding your thoughts? Need some small skills for clarity? Let’s weather this storm together! Join the Counseling Center every Thursday at 1 p.m. for support. The first meeting will be this Thursday, August 31. Questions? Call the Counseling Center at 518.454.5200.

Your mental health matters. The College’s Counseling Center is always here for you when you need support, whatever that looks like. Follow them on Instagram for mental health and self-care tips at @csrcounselingctr! You can also learn more about the services offered by our counselors here.

An important COVID-19 reminder: If you test positive for COVID with your own test, please email covidresults@strose.edu ASAP! Testing is also available in Health Services Monday through Friday.

Get support from the Albany County Crime Victim & Sexual Violence Center (CVSVC). The CVSVC supports and serves students who are victims/survivors of sexual assault, stalking, domestic violence, and other forms of interpersonal violence. Their free and comprehensive services include, but are not limited to Title IX advocacy, referral services, counseling, and criminal advocacy to crime victims. Amanda Wingle, a representative from the Center, will be available to meet with students as a confidential resource in-person (or remotely) on Mondays 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Counseling Center. Students can email Alice directly at amange.wingle@albanycountyny.gov to schedule an appointment or simply drop in. All CVSVC services are confidential, meaning their advocates won’t contact the College or law enforcement without your explicit consent.

Download Liberate! This meditation app is a fantastic resource for Black students looking to develop a daily meditation habit. For more resources for BIPOC mental health, visit the Counseling Center website!

Saint Rose’s Chest Binder Program: Saint Rose students who identify as trans and/or nonbinary are eligible to get one FREE chest binder from the Counseling Center every semester. For more info, call our counselors at 518.454.5200, or send them an email at counseling@strose.edu.

Things that make you go yum

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Save on coffee and treats with your student ID! Did you know that many local cafes and restaurants, like Iron Coffee Co. and Unbelievable Nutrition, offer discounts for Saint Rose students? All you need is your student ID and you’ll be treating yourself in no time! (Psst…you deserve it 💛)

Want to speak to a dietician? You have one at your disposal through our Hospitality Services. Email Kelly Pearson, RD, CDN at nutrition@strose.edu with any and all of your food- and diet-related questions. It’s free!

Hours:

Dining Hall
Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Starbucks
Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to noon

Camelot Room
Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Lally Café
Monday thru Thursday 11:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Friday 11:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Student life and things to do

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MONDAY, AUGUST 28

1 to 3 p.m. First-Day Photo Booth on the Campus Green

Rain location: EAC Main Lounge.

6 to 9 p.m. Make Your Own Custom Shirt in the Events and Athletics Center (EAC) Main Lounge

Grab a friend and come to the Maine Lounge to design your own shirt!

TUESDAY, AUGUST 29

Noon to 2 p.m. Club and Resources Fair on the Campus Green

Interested in joining a club? Come see what Saint Rose has to offer!

1 to 3 p.m. Security Corn Hole Tournament on the Campus Green

Partner with a friend or a Saint Rose Security Officer in our annual tournament for a chance to win some amazing prizes!

6 to 10 p.m. Laser Tag on the Campus Green

Rain location: Saint Joseph Hall Auditorium.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30

1 to 3 p.m. Club and Resources Fair on the Campus Green

3 p.m. Happiness 2.0 in the Interfaith Sanctuary

8 p.m. Movie Night on the Campus Green

Bring your coziest blanket and pillows for a SURPRISE movie showing! Rain location: Saint Joe’s Auditorium.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31

Noon to 2 p.m. Set Your Intention! in the EAC Main Lounge

Set your intentions or goals for the year and hammer the word you resonate with most into a custom bracelet!

2 p.m. Open House at the Interfaith Sanctuary

6 p.m. Yoga in the Sanctuary

7 p.m. Trip to Dave & Buster’s (Off-Campus)

Enjoy fun, games, and food at Dave & Buster’s in Crossgates Mall! Spots will fill fast, so register here for this free event now.

7 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Felician in the Nolan Gym

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Noon, End of the Week Celebration with Crumbl Cookies in the EAC

Celebrate the end of your first week with a tasty treat from Crumbl (you deserve it)! Cookies are first come, first serve.

5 p.m. BBQ Dinner on the Campus Green

Enjoy a delicious barbeque on the Green, courtesy of Sodexo Dining Services. P.S. The Main Dining Hall will be closed, but food will be served outside! (Rain location: Main Dining Room)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

10 a.m. Washington Park Farmer’s Market

Support local businesses and get to know Albany with us at the park! Sign up here.

11 a.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Lock Haven in the Nolan Gym

1 to 4 p.m. Golden Vybz presents Underwater: The Ultimate Pool Party in the EAC Pool

4 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Assumption in the Nolan Gym

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

6 p.m. Craft Night in the EAC Main Lounge

UPCOMING

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Labor Day – No Classes!

6 p.m. LEGO Bingo in the EAC Main Lounge

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

3 p.m. Happiness 101 in the Interfaith Sanctuary

7 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Bridgeport in the Nolan Gym

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

6 p.m. Women’s Soccer vs. Roberts Wesleyan at the Christian Plumeri Sports Complex

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Career Carnival on the Campus Green

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Reach Out Saint Rose (various locations)

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Looking for fun things to do off-campus? We can help! Check out these events around the Capital Region.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Capitol Park After Dark Movie Series

When: August 30 and September 6 – learn more about the series here.

Where: West Capitol Park

Cost: Free

2023 Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival

When: September 9 from noon to 8 p.m.

Where: Jennings Landing (1 Quay Street, Albany, NY)

Cost: Free

Hops & Harvest Festival (21+)

When: September 13 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Where: Empire State Plaza

Cost: Free

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

When: September 16 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Where: Empire State Plaza Convention Center

Cost: Free

ONGOING EVENTS

Movies at Madison Theater

When: Ongoing
Where: 1036 Madison Avenue, Albany
Cost: Unlimited movies for $9.99 a month

Wine Tasting at Capital Wine Albany (21+)

When: Every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: 348 State Street, Albany
Cost: Free

New York State Museum Visits

When: Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 222 Madison Avenue, Albany
Cost: Free with student ID

Ten Broeck Mansion Tours

When: Open Friday through Sunday – register for tours and appointments here.
Where: 9 Ten Broeck Place, Albany
Cost: $4 for students

West African Drum and Dance with Jordan Taylor Hill – encouraged donation of $10

When: Saturdays and Mondays from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Albany Barn (56 2nd Street, Albany)
Cost: Encouraged donation of $10

Trivia at City Beer Hall (21+)

When: Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Where: 42 Howard Street, Albany
Cost: Free
Trivia at Excelsior Pub (21+)
When: Thursdays at 8 p.m.
Where: 54 Philip Street, Albany
Cost: Free

Open Mic Comedy Night at Madison Theater

When: Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Where: 1036 Madison Avenue, Albany
Cost: Free

Open Mic Comedy Night at Albany Distilling Co. (21+)

When: Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Where: 75 Livingston Avenue, Albany
Cost: Free

ongoing meetings

Meeting times are subject to change.

Student Association: The Student Association meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. in Standish Rooms A and B of the EAC. Come get involved with student activities and let your voice be heard!

Yoga at the Sanctuary: Keep the good vibes flowing every week with the Office of Spiritual Life’s weekly (beginner-friendly) in-person yoga class. Classes are every Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. Just bring your mask and a yoga mat (or borrow one of ours!).

Happiness 101: Our weekly workshop on increasing happiness skills in your life will be offered at the Interfaith Sanctuary every Tuesday and Wednesday at 3 p.m. This is open to everyone, so stop by and see if it’s a fit for you!

Saint Rose Chronicle: Extra, extra! Ok, we know that’s corny, but if you’re interested in being Albany’s next great student journalist, the College’s newspaper meets every Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Hearst 121. Come check it out!

Therapy Dog Thursday: Get some much-needed puppy love from Saint Rose’s resident therapy dog, Eli, every Thursday in the Neil Hellman Library from 2 to 3 p.m.

Saint Rose Identity: Join the College’s LGBTQIA+ and Allies club Thursdays at 4 p.m. in Albertus 104! Sign up for their mailing list to stay up to date on all things Identity 🏳️‍🌈

Saint Rose Catholic Club: Meetings are held Thursdays at 4:15 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. Come join them for food, fun, and fellowship!

Saint Rose TV: If you’re interested in joining the team, SRTV meetings are held every Friday in TV Studio 107G at 11 a.m. For more information, email Kendall at thomask383@strose.edu and Abby at bravo621@strose.edu, or check them out on Instagram at @srtvstation!

Saint Rose English Club: Our English club meets every Friday from 3 to 4 p.m. in Albertus 402. Come join the fun!

League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: If you didn’t know, L.E.G. is a student-led organization that helps build a voice for men of color on campus. Meetings are held every Friday from 3 to 4 p.m. in Albertus 206.

College Mass: College Mass is held on campus every Sunday at 6 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. All are welcome. Contact Joan Horgan at horganj@strose.edu for more information.