Skidmore College: Parent's Information

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Skidmore College
815 N. Broadway
Saratoga Springs,
New York, 12866

SKIDMORE PHONE
518.580.5000

Some useful links:

• Dean of Student Affairs

• Dean of Studies

• Registrar

• Academic Calendar

• College Catalog

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Just for Parents

Our Values	• Students as Emerging Adults	The Dean of Student Affairs outlines his view of student relations.
	• Ethical Scholarship	Academic integrity is central to our cultural values.
	• Privacy and FERPA	How we balance parental concern with student privacy.
	• Course Grading Policy	How course grade disputes are resolved.

Helping your son or daughter grow	• The Advising Process	The faculty advisor plays a critical role in planning the academic program.
Helping your son or daughter grow	• Career Preparation	Career Services offers excellent support for internships, employment, and graduate study

HELPING YOU GROW	• Low-Residency Master Of Arts Program	Especially designed for adults, Skidmore’s MA Program offers individualized concentrations in every area of the liberal arts

Practical Advice	What to pack for college	Advice on how to prepare for moving to campus.
	How to address mail	How to send letters, packages, and UPS items to your student.
	How to send money	You can send money electronically to your student's debit card.
	How to send gifts	Food Services delivers birthday (and other special occasion) cakes.
	Visiting campus	Links for traveling to campus or reserving rooms in area hotels and inns. (Chamber of Commerce)

Safety Issues	Campus Safety Office	Their site is loaded with safety tips
	Health Services	Comprehensive health services exist at local and community centers.
	Counseling Center	Comprehensive mental health and lifestyle counseling
	Crime at Skidmore	Our official Clery Act annual report on crime at Skidmore.

Engaging with the Skidmore Community	Parents' Council	A program to bring parents together to support the College's mission. Members serve on planning meetings, participate in fund raising, student career contacts, and other initiatives.
Engaging with the Skidmore Community	Annual fund giving	Make an on-line donation to Skidmore.

Good Readings	Letting Go: A parent's guide to understanding the college years.	This book offers sound advice on all aspects of your child's college experiences.
Good Readings	Making the Most of College: Students speak their minds.	Based on extensive surveys and interviews, this book offers pracitical advice on how to thrive at college.

Contact us	Contact page	These offices will be eager to answer your questions.

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