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Alumni Perks

There are only 30,000 people in the world who have the privilege of calling themselves Skiddies and you’re one of them!  Whether you live in Saratoga Springs or Beijing, you are entitled to take advantage of a menu of services, events, programs, and opportunities that will help you stay connected with the College and your fellow alumni. Let's start on-campus.

We invite you to campus…

Whether you’re visiting the Capital Region for business or pleasure, a Skidmore function, or a personal trip, we invite you to stop by and say hello.The Office of Alumni Affairs & College Events is located in the Colton Alumni Welcome Center, on North Broadway across from the main entrance to the campus and next to the Surrey-Williamson Inn. Check your email in our lounge, surf the Web, peruse yearbooks, find current campus maps and information, and ask questions. You can also ask one of our helpful staff members if you need assistance printing boarding passes or calling for a taxi.

On Campus Services for Alumni

Alumni can use the Scribner Library and check out up to ten items provided they obtain a courtesy card (no charge) upon entering the library. For more information, phone Scribner Circulation Desk at 518 580-5502.

Alumni can obtain a pass at no charge to the Sports and Recreation Center from the Office of Alumni Affairs and College Events. Access to the facility is restricted to Saturday and Sunday only, and privileges to use the facility are only granted to the alumna/us. Come to the Office of Alumni Affairs in Colton House or phone Desiree Palmateer at 518-580-5610.

Skidmore alumni have access to the Career Services Office for life!  The staff are ready and willing to assist you with any career related questions you may have!  Give them a call at 1-518-580-5790 or check them out online.

Alumni can audit courses provided they obtain the permission of the instructor and formally register with the Registrar. They must pay a registration fee of $25.00 as well as an audit fee of $250.00. Courses in dance, theater or art which have technical components are more expensive with audit fees approximately $500.00.