Okay, who wants to hear a really good Thanksgiving joke? Spoiler: You don’t have a choice, because we’re gonna tell it no matter what!
*Ahem*
What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter?
A pumpkin pi.
Now that we’ve gotten that out of our system, it’s time to dig into this week’s In the Know! FYI – since it’s such a short week, this edition is going to cover this week and next week, so don’t forget to check back here after break, too.
P.S. Is your club or student organization hosting an event soon? Maybe you have some important or exciting news to share with your fellow students? Get the word out! Email your In the Know submissions to Sarah at heikkins@strose.edu by Thursday to get featured in the next edition.
What’s New and Next:
It’s almost Thanksgiving Break! You’ve only got two days of classes this week, Golden Knights. If you live on campus, this is your reminder that residence halls are closing Wednesday, November 24, at 10 a.m. and will reopen Sunday, November 28, at 10 a.m. Remember that you can’t stay in the dorms over break unless you’ve already made arrangements with the Office of Residence Life or you live in Centennial Hall or a College-owned apartment!
Want to get tested before you head home for the holiday? We’ve got you covered! You can sign up here to get a COVID test before leaving campus. Testing will be done on Monday, November 22, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Tuesday, November 23, from 9 to 11 a.m. These tests are not meant to be used for travel, but if you want to have some peace of mind before visiting with family, come get your test done! We’ll also be offering tests when you get back from break, too – sign up here for those tests.
Thinking about graduate school? Graduate Admissions is holding a special information session just for our Saint Rose students on graduate school on December 1 at 3 p.m. Register for the session here. If you can’t make that session, there’s a virtual open house on December 2 at 5:30 p.m. During that session, there will also be a special session for those interested in Project THRIVE, a federally-funded program for those pursuing a master’s degree in special education or school psychology. (If you get in to the THRIVE cohort, most of your tuition is covered.)
An important reminder from ITS: You should have received an email message with a link to our annual Student Technology Survey administered through Survey Monkey. ITS is looking for feedback so that we can improve our quality and level of service to students. Before you head home, take a few minutes to complete the survey. This is a great opportunity for students to share their experience and voice their opinions!
We’ve got holiday merch!!! Yeah, that’s right – the Alumni Association Store is stocked up with Saint Rose holiday merch that’ll get you even more excited for the holidays than you are already. We’re talking teddy bears, comfy PJs, and a mug that’s just begging to be filled with hot chocolate and marshmallows. The best part? Everything (yes, everything) in the Store will be 25% off on Black Friday. Check it out here!
Adopt a family for the holidays! The Office of Spiritual Life needs your help to make the season a little brighter with a holiday gift drive. Here’s how it works:
- Stop by the Sanctuary to pick up a gift tag;
- Go out and buy a gift;
- Bring the gift back wrapped and with the tag attached by December 9.
Donate to the Pajama Drive! Keep the kindness flowing by bringing new children’s pajamas (sizes newborn to 6T) to the Sanctuary. The Office of Spiritual Life will be collecting donations until December 9 – all donations will go to children experiencing homelessness in the Capital Region. Questions? Reach out to Joan Horgan at horganj@strose.edu.
Reminders:
Now that you’ve started registering for classes … please send us a copy of your vaccine card ASAP or you won’t be able to register! Send your copy to covidresults@strose.edu.
Need to de-stress? The Office of Spiritual Life’s got you covered! Join them Monday at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary for a beginner-friendly yoga class. Just bring your mask and a yoga mat (or borrow one of ours!). Questions? Email Joan Horgan at horganj@strose.edu.
Going to the ATM just got way more convenient: Saint Rose has partnered with SEFCU to bring a Video Teller Machine (VTM) to campus for the use of all community members.
Here are the hours:
Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Weekends 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Certain holidays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bank conveniently on campus right from a SEFCU Video Teller Machine (VTM). Talk to a live teller seven days a week! Learn more about SEFCU banking here.
Want to take over our instagram? Show our followers what a typical day in YOUR life looks like. Reach out to Sarah Heikkinen at heikkins@strose.edu with your name, major, year, and a few reasons why you want to show off what you do at Saint Rose!
Download the RAVE Guardian app! Our number one priority is your health and safety, which is why we are requiring that all of our students download Rave Guardian, a mobile safety app. Learn more about how to download the app here.
And don’t forget to sign up for RAVE Alerts: Saint Rose uses the RAVE Alert system to quickly communicate emergency information, like weather alerts, closings, delays, and other serious situations, to our students, faculty, and staff. If you haven’t already, make sure you sign up to receive the alerts through Banner.
When I say “mask,” you say, “up!” This is your weekly reminder that you need to mask 👏 up 👏 when you’re inside all College buildings, regardless of your vaccination status. Please make sure your mask is completely covering your mouth and nose – they’re not doing a whole lot if they’re under your chin! Stay up-to-date with the COVID-19 Dashboard.
Academics
Santa Hunt at the Neil Hellman Library! The week of November 29, origami Santas will be hidden throughout the library. If you find one, bring him to the Reference Desk to receive a special treat. Santa is yours to keep! Happy Hunting!
Reminder! Tomorrow is the last day to withdraw from second half-semester classes.
Need some extra study help before finals? Our tutors are offering in-person and online tutoring options for students. Check the Navigate app to see what’s available!
Study safely, please! With finals right around the corner, we wanted to give you a quick refresher on the library’s COVID protocols:
- Please don’t move furniture or chairs to sit together – they’re configured to be 3 feet apart to maintain proper social distancing.
- Wear your mask at all times – make sure it’s covering your nose AND mouth!
- They’re still not allowing food in the library, but drinks with covered tops are okay – just take a sip, then put your mask back on.
Need a quiet place to study? The 3rd floor of the Neil Hellman Library is dedicated to silent study. We’ve got a variety of seating waiting for you, including tables, cubicles, and comfy chairs. We also have six individual study rooms (first come, first served) – get a key at the circulation desk. Visit the library website for hours and more info.
Looking for another study spot on campus? Check out our list of Study Stops.
Woohoo!
A shop for our community: Last week, Saint Rose students officially opened the Golden Knight Shop, an on-campus pop-up that will offer no- or low-cost food and clothing to the Saint Rose community. We’re so proud of our Golden Knights! Learn more about the Shop on our blog.
Saint Rose student Sarah Sharkey staffs the Golden Knight Shop.
That’s a lotta pasta! For the second year, students in the Saint Rose Sales Club organized the Pasta Grab Challenge, an effort to collect boxes of pasta to donate to several Capital Region food pantries and other organizations that support our neighbors in need. Last week, Price Chopper donated 2,500 pounds of pasta to the club, pushing them over their original goal of 2,500 pounds. As of Friday, the club collected 5,430 pounds of pasta to donate! Read more about it here.
Saint Rose women’s soccer advances to Round 3 of the NCAA Tournament! Congratulations to the Saint Rose women’s soccer team. The Golden Knights defeated Jefferson University in Round 2 of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday on their home turf. Now it will be off to West Virginia to play Mercy College in Round 3 of the Tournament in a couple of weeks.
Wellness
Get a free sexual wellness kit: Counseling and Health Services are now offering free sexual wellness kits to students! Call, email, or stop by their office to pick up your kit and any other sexual wellness goodies you need to enjoy yourselves (and each other) safely. Each kit includes finger and regular condoms, dental dams, and lube. Email counseling@strose.edu or healthservices@strose.edu for more information.
Help us stop the spread! We’re gonna keep saying it every week, but the only way we’ll get through this next wave of the pandemic is by working together! Keep yourself and your friends safe by properly wearing your masks inside (we’re talking mouth AND nose covered, people), limiting contact with people outside of your bubble, and checking the restart website for updates. If you or someone you know has been exposed to COVID-19, email covidresults@strose.edu so we can help you figure out what to do next.
COVID Emotional Support Hotline: This past year has been rough, especially with all the changes we’ve seen on campus. If you need immediate support, the New York State Department of Health offers a COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline at 844.863.9314.
The Albany County Crime Victim and Sexual Violence Center is now on campus: The CVSVC’s advocacy services will be offered in the Counseling Center every Monday from 3 to 4 p.m. Their confidential Campus Coordinator will be there to explain your rights under Title IX, help students get extra time on assignments or change their classes/housing, answer your questions on reporting sexual and/or interpersonal violence, and help connect you with a counselor. Make an appointment today by contacting Amanda at 518.447.7100 or Amanda.Wingle@albanycountyny.gov.
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 @csrcounselingctr for mental health and self care tips at @csrcounselingctr! You can also learn more about the services offered by our counselors here.
Introducing 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
Want to speak to a dietician? You have one at your disposal through our Hospitality Services. Email Donna Duffy at Donna.Duffy@sodexo.com with any and all of your food- and diet-related questions. It’s free!
Do you have concerns or feedback about your food or dining experience? Contact General Manager Lori Holmes at Lori.Holmes@sodexo.com.
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.
*NOTE: The Dining Hall will be CLOSED over Thanksgiving Break*
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 Cafe – Opening soon!
Student life and things to do
Calendar
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23
Last Day of Classes!
5:30 p.m. Saint Rose Women’s Basketball vs. Le Moyne in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium
It’s the women’s basketball team’s first home game of the season! Come cheer our women’s team on in the first of two Golden Knight basketball games of the afternoon.
7:30 p.m. Saint Rose Men’s Basketball vs. Le Moyne in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium
Once you’re done watching our women’s team dominate on the court, stick around to see what our men’s team can do. Let’s show Le Moyne what the Golden Knights are made of.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Thanksgiving Break starts
Eat all the pie for us, Golden Knights!
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Thanksgiving Break ends
You’re in the home stretch – just two more weeks until finals!
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1
3 p.m. Graduate Admissions Info Session for Saint Rose students
If you’re thinking about going to graduate school, learn more at this session with Graduate Admissions Register for the session here.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2
1 p.m. Dear Neighbor Podcast Launch Party in Studio G3 at the Hearst Center for Communications and Media
Dear Neighbor is a podcast that brings you stories of growth and learning at Saint Rose. Their production team interviews students, faculty, staff, and administration throughout the year to capture voices and experiences from across campus. Join them for the official launch of our first episode on December 2!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4
1:30 p.m. Saint Rose Women’s Basketball vs. New Haven in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium
Come cheer on our women’s team! ⛹️♀️
3:30 p.m. Saint Rose Men’s Basketball vs. New Haven in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium
That’s right, it’s another double-header. ⛹️♂️
ONGOING
The Golden Knight Shop: Established this year, the Shop opened its shelves to provide food and clothing to the Saint Rose community. Donations are also welcome (non-perishable food and gently-used adult clothing). The Shop is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more info, contact: gkshop@strose.edu.
Saint Rose Intramurals: The Athletics Department is excited to offer intramural sports at Saint Rose every Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. Right now, we’re starting off with open gym basketball in the EAC gym, but keep an eye out for more sports offerings soon! NOTE: Masks are required. Please wear appropriate footwear! Questions? Reach out to Alexandra and Kaylie at cinquantaa045@strose.edu and yerdonk568@students.strose.edu.
Saint Rose Identity Meetings: Join the College’s LGBTQIA+ and Allies club every Thursday at 7 p.m. in Albertus 213! Sign up for their mailing list to stay up to date on all things Identity 🏳️🌈
Saint Rose Student Events Board Meetings: Help the SEB bring the events you want to see to campus! Meetings are held every Tuesday at 5:15 p.m. in Standish A and B.
Saint Rose Chronicle Meetings: Extra, extra! Okay, 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!
Debate Club Meetings: Do you want to speak up? Join the Saint Rose Debate Club! Meetings are every Monday and Wednesday at 4 p.m. in Huether 203.
Community Service Involvement Meetings: The community service team meets every other Tuesday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Interfaith Sanctuary.
Catholic Student Organization Meetings: The Catholic Student Organization meets every Sunday at 4:15 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. Come get involved!
Muslim Student Association Meetings: Calling all Muslim students and anyone interested in learning more about the Islamic faith: join the MSA at their weekly meetings every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for snacks and fun!
College Mass: College Mass is held every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at St. Vincent De Paul, 900 Madison Avenue, Albany (corner of Madison and Partridge). All are welcome. Contact Joan Horgan at horganj@strose.edu for more information.
The Happiness Support Project: The Happiness Support Project is held every Wednesday from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. We could all use some extra cheer these days, so join in to help increase your skills at creating more happiness in your life and the lives of those around you!
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 Monday at 7 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. Just bring your mask and a yoga mat (or borrow one of ours!).
Hours
Health Services
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For any non-urgent medical issue, students can call 518.454.5244 or email healthservices@strose.edu for assistance, and their cases will be triaged by the LPN or nurse practitioners. Based on the presenting concerns, the triage outcome may lead to a telehealth or in-person appointment with the nurse practitioner.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Please call the center at 518.454.5200 or email them at counseling@strose.edu to speak with a counselor over the phone or through a Zoom session.
Neil Hellman Library
You must have a valid CSR ID to swipe into the building. Check out the library website for details.
Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 4 p.m to 10 p.m.
The Writing Center
Schedule an appointment through Navigate! Learn about the Writing Center’s services here.
Monday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
*Please note that all appointments scheduled for Sundays or after 4 p.m. will be held online.
Tutoring Center
Schedule an appointment for tutoring through Navigate.
Find hours on the Tutoring Center’s webpage.
Fitness Center
Slots are available in 45-minute increments by advance sign-up online. Masks are required.
Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Career Services
Career Services meets with undergraduate and graduate students via individual appointments. Make an appointment using the Navigate app.
Mailroom
Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to noon
Package Pickup
Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon
The USPS outgoing mail deadline is 9:30 a.m. USPS Mail received after 9:30 a.m. will be posted the next business day.
Reach the Mailroom at mail_room@strose.edu or 518.458.5443
Print Center
Monday through Thursday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Reach them at printing@strose.edu or 518.337.4820. Check out their services on the Print Center and Mailroom webpage.
follow us!
Want your club, team, or department’s social media listed below? Email Sarah at heikkins@strose.edu to be added.
Official College accounts:
Instagram:
Twitter:
TikTok:
Facebook:
Other accounts to follow:
Departments:
Communications: @saintrosecom
Nursing: @saintrosenursing
English: @StroseEnglish (Twitter) / @stroseenglish (TikTok)
Psychology: @stroseschoolpsych
Teacher Education: @saintroseteachereducation
Offices:
Academic Advisement: @saintroseacademicadvising
Academic Success Center: @csracadsuccess2
Admissions: @strose_admissions
Counseling Center: @csrcounselingctr
Career Center: @csrcareercenter
Hospitality: @saintroseeats
Graduate Admissions: @saintrosegrad
Residential Life: @strosereslife
Writing Center: @collegeofstros1
Sports:
Baseball: @saintrosebase
Cheerleading: @strosecheer
Cross Country/Track & Field: @saintrose_xctf
Men’s Basketball: @saintrosembb
Men’s Lacrosse: @saintrosemlax
Women’s Lacrosse: @saintrosewlax
Men’s Golf: @saintrosemgolf
Women’s Golf: @saintrosewgolf
Men’s Soccer: @saintrosemsoc
Women’s Soccer: @saintrosewsoc
Softball: @saintrosesball
Swimming: @saintroseswimdive
Volleyball: @saintrosevball
Clubs:
Student Association: @Saintrose_sa (Instagram) / @strosesga (TikTok)
American Choral Directors Association: @stroseacda
The Council for Exceptional Children: @cecsaintrose
English Club: @englishclub_strose
Natural Science Association: @strose.nsa
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association: @strosensslha
Student Art League: @studentartleague
Best Buddies Saint Rose: @bestbuddiesstrose
Big Brothers Big Sisters: @strosebbbs
Colleges Against Cancer: @cacstrose
Commuter Council: @srcommutercouncil
Saint Rose Identity Club: @identitystrose
The ALANA Steppers: @alanasteppers
The Saint Rose Chronicle: @strosechronicle
Crate of Apes Comedy Club: @crateofapes
The Girls Next Door: @gndsaintrose
Golden Knights Dance Team: @gkdanceteam
The Golden Notes: @goldennotescsr
Golden Vybz: @goldenvybz_
Sabor Latino: @strosesaborlatino (Instagram) / @saborlatino.strose (TikTok)
Saint Rose Television: @srtvstation
points of contact
If you have a question about the residence halls, contact: reslife@strose.edu.
If you have a question about health services, contact: healthservices@strose.edu.
If you have questions about dining, contact: dining@strose.edu.
If you have questions about academics, contact provostoffice@strose.edu.
If you have questions about your path to graduation or course scheduling, contact advisement@strose.edu.
If you have questions about student life, contact studentdevelopment@strose.edu.
If you have questions about cleaning protocol or facilities, contact gossg@strose.edu.
If you’re having computer trouble, contact helpdesk@strose.edu.
If you have a concern about your bill, contact bursar@strose.edu.
If you want to talk about financial aid concerns, contact finaid@strose.edu.
Don’t know where to turn? Email solutions@strose.edu.
