This is the second-to-last In the Know of the 2022-23 school year, Golden Knights … seriously, what are you going to do without your favorite Sunday night email for the whole summer??
You don’t have to think about that until next Sunday though, because we’ve still got an incredible week ahead of us before finals start and the semester comes to an end. Read all about it in this week’s In the Know!
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 heikkins@strose.edu by 5 p.m. Thursdays to be featured in the next edition.
What’s New and Next
🎓TWO WEEKS TILL GRADUATION🎓 You can find all the information you need about Saint Rose’s May 14 commencement ceremony on the commencement website. Congratulations to all of our undergraduate and graduate students who will be walking across the stage at the MVP Arena!
It’s Stress Free Week! We know the end of the semester can be super stressful, which is why the Counseling Center planned a week full of events to help you relax. Yes, the therapy dogs are coming back 🐶 Head to the calendar section for the full schedule.
Looking for new study strategies? We’ve got you. Before finals start this week, check out our top five ways to get ready for them on the Saint Rose Blog.
Speaking of finals … they start this Friday, May 6, and end next Wednesday, May 11. If you haven’t checked when your finals are scheduled, this is your reminder to do so ASAP! You can find the schedule here.
Don’t forget to mask up! In light of rising COVID-19 rates in the region, the College is strongly encouraging all students and employees to return to masking inside College buildings. Let’s do our part to protect each other and the dear neighbor.
Tulip Festival is coming! For those of you who don’t know Albany well, you probably don’t know how much we care about tulips. So much so that we have a giant festival for them in Washington Park every year, which at last is back from its pandemic hiatus. It’s May 7 and 8, and its jammed with food, music, and entertainment, and there’s no entry fee. Also, the stars of the whole show are the tulips themselves, which will be blooming all over the park (highly Instagram-able). Washington Park is a short walk from campus, so be sure to check it out.
The Chronicle is hiring: It’s that time of the year again! Saint Rose’s very own student-run newspaper is looking to add two new members to their team. If you’re interested in journalism, writing, or management, consider applying! Right now, they’re looking for an Opinions Editor and a Business Manager. Both positions are paid! Contact Ameara Ditsche at ditschea437@strose.edu to apply.
Health Services is offering free DMV eye exams! Is your New York State Driver’s License Expiring in the next year and you need an eye exam to be able to renew online? Health Services can do your NYS DMV Eye Exam for FREE! Appointments are Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 518.454.5244 or email healthservices@strose.edu to make an appointment before the end of the semester.
Bye, cable TV 👋 After surveying students, faculty, and various departments on campus, the College has decided to eliminate cable TV on campus after the end of this semester.
Get to know SEFCU! You’ve probably already seen the fancy new SEFCU Video Teller Machine (AKA the VTM) outside Starbucks, but did you know that there are a lot of perks to opening a SEFCU account while you’re at Saint Rose? Not only can you open a free checking account, but SEFCU members get free access to over 55,000 ATMs across the country without paying any annoying ATM fees. Representatives from SEFCU will be in the EAC this Wednesday, May 4, from 11 a.m. to noon, so you can learn more about the benefits of opening an account in person. They’ll also be raffling off a $50 Mastercard gift card!
Help our dear neighbors: Now through the end of the semester, you’ll be able to make a difference by donating funds directly to the GK Shop and Food Pantry and the Annie Sheeley Emergency Meal Swipes programs! To give, all you need to do is “purchase” a ticket in Lally Café, Camelot, or the Main Dining Room. Donations of $1, $5, $10, and $20 will be accepted. You can pay using Dining Dollars, cash, or your debit or credit card.
Reminders
Help us improve our print and mailing services: In preparation to better serve you, students are asked to take a moment to complete a survey to evaluate the Print and Mail services offered to our campus community. Take the survey here.
Welcome new students this fall! Student Development is still looking for student volunteers to be Arrival Assistants next semester. As an Arrival Assistant, you’ll help welcome new students and their families to Saint Rose on move-in day – that’s August 27 (mark your calendars!). Interest forms can be picked up in the Student Development office and are due by July 1.
Help us make the 2022 commencement amazing! The College of Saint Rose 2022 commencement ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, at the MVP Arena and we need YOU to help make it a success. We’re looking for students to volunteer as ushers, program distributors, and direction givers. Help us celebrate the achievements of our graduating students and guarantee yourself a great view of the ceremony. Click here to register to volunteer. Questions? Contact Becky Bonenfant at 518.485.3372 or bonenfar@strose.edu.
Think you have what it takes to be a student leader? Student Development is looking to hire a group of mature and dedicated graduate and undergraduate students to help out with various leadership programs in Fall 2022. These paid opportunities include positions in the Academic Opportunity Experience (AOE), ALANA is Leadership, Commuter Assistant, and STAR Days and Orientation programs. Head to the website to apply. BTW, you’ll need to submit a resume with your application.
Just keep swimming: Sign up here for open swim for the rest of the semester!
Academics
Finals start Friday!!! Don’t panic, though. If you need any study help, or maybe an extra pair of eyes on that final paper, check out the resources available to you through the Academic Success Center!
Updated math placement exam policy:Any new or current student is now eligible to register for MAT 140-Excursions in Modern Math or MAT 180-College Algebra beginning Summer 2022 should be aware that the math placement exam or appropriate score is no longer required for those two courses. An appropriate math placement score is still required, though, for MAT 184, MAT 185, MAT 190, CHM 190, BIO 191, PHY 190, PSY 295, SOC 288, ESC 101, ESC 104, and EPY 241.
Need help with your resume? The Career Center is accepting appointments via Navigate for resume and cover letter review, edits, and tips to make sure you make a great impression on recruiters and employers once your job hunt starts! Visit their website for more information and to set up an appointment.
Tired of studying alone? Bring your work to the Interfaith Sanctuary and join others in a homework party! We have food, tea and hot chocolate, quiet spaces, and more social spaces – wherever you choose, people are just one floor away. This week’s Study Hall times are: Monday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. We hope to add times as the semester goes along depending on interest, so keep an eye on this section for more details.
Woohoo!
Let’s hear it for the five Ruggiero honors scholars! This year, five outstanding Huether School of Business students were chosen by faculty for the William and Camille G. Ruggiero ’37 Endowed Honors Internship. The award will support these students financially during their internships this summer. Congrats to Ahmed Lakrafli, Jolie Poulsen, Rae-Anne Richards, Sciorra Christania Saint-Louis, and Logan Simms on this major accomplishment!
Do we have a Tulip Queen minor we don’t know about? We’re so proud of the young women who are representing Saint Rose and Albany as Albany Tulip Queen finalists. Three of the five finalists are either Saint Rose students or alums: Ashley Mayfield, a junior majoring in music industry; Meghan O’Neil, a grad student in the CSD program; and art alum Sam Mills. And shout out to Ashanti’ Bishop ’22, an education major at Saint Rose and the 2021 Albany Tulip Queen, who will be leaving her post after a year of service. The new queen will be crowned May 7 at noon as part of the Tulip Festival in Washington Park.
And shout-out to all the students recognized at yesterday’s Honors Convocation and Student Service and Appreciation Awards, too. All of your academic accomplishments and campus contributions make your Saint Rose family so proud! We’ll bring you more on all of these students in next week’s In the Know.
Wellness
Get in touch with your spirituality: The Office of Spiritual Life is looking for students to restart Better Together, Saint Rose’s multi-faith student group. If you’re interested in getting to know other students who enjoy exploring different beliefs, contact Joan for more information: horganj@strose.edu.
Download Liberate! The Counseling Center recommends Liberate, meditation app, as 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!
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.
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 back on campus: The CVSVC’s advocacy services will be offered in the Counseling Center Monday through Friday from 3 to 4:30 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.
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
Save the date for the Study Break Breakfast! What’s better than breakfast? Breakfast for dinner! Take a break from studying for finals with your favorite breakfast foods next Monday, May 9, from 8 to 9 p.m. in the Main Dining Hall. This is open to all undergrad and grad students, with or without a meal plan. Raffles and prizes will be available!
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
MONDAY, MAY 2
10:30 a.m. Title IX: Coloring for Stress Relief in the Main Lounge
1 p.m. Book Hedgies at the Neil Hellman Library
Learn how to create an adorable hedgehog out of an old book, then style it into whatever character you like! Snacks and music will be provided.
TUESDAY, MAY 3
2 p.m. Therapeutic Drumming Circle in the Main Lounge
3 p.m. Board Games Galore in the Library
Grab a friend or two for games and snacks at the Library! Choose from Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Apples to Apples, Scrabbles, and other favorites.
3 p.m. Saint Rose Baseball vs. Mansfield at the Christian Plumeri Sports Complex
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4
11 a.m. SEFCU at Saint Rose in the EAC
See item under What’s New and Next for details.
Noon – Coloring and Puzzles and Snacks…Oh My! in the Library
Stop by the Library for word puzzles, Sudoku, logic problems, and coloring! Also, snacks.
3 p.m. Pause for Paws at the Library and Main Lounge
THERAPY DOGS ARE BAAAACK!!! You and your friends can get some much-needed puppy snuggles until 5 p.m.
THURSDAY, MAY 5
9:30 a.m. Dear Neighbor Listening Party (virtual)
Please join us for the final Dear Neighbor podcast listening party of the academic year. Due to the uptick in COVID numbers, the party will happen via Zoom. A lively conversation and raffle will follow. Attend on Zoom here. Meeting ID: 996 3772 3088 | Passcode: 22819
11 a.m. Stone Painting in the Main Lounge
Celebrate your artistic side and come decorate stones to spread kindness and joy on campus!
4:30 p.m. Paint & Sip in Standish Room A&B
Join the Counseling Center for an evening of relaxing painting and sipping on sparkling (nonalcoholic) bevs 🥂
5 p.m. Game Night at the Interfaith Sanctuary
All are welcome to stop by the Sanctuary for a chance to destress, pray, and enjoy tasty food! Sponsored by the Redeemed Christian Club.
FRIDAY, MAY 6
Noon – “Take what you need, leave what you can” Motivation Board in the Main Lounge
Come leave (or take) an inspirational note on the Counseling Center’s Motivation Board! The board will also be in the Counseling Center all week.
1 and 4 p.m. Saint Rose Baseball vs. Adelphi at the Christian Plumeri Sports Complex
SATURDAY, MAY 7
Noon and 3 p.m. Saint Rose Baseball vs. Adelphi at the Christian Plumeri Sports Complex
UPCOMING
MONDAY, MAY 9 – Senior Week starts!
5 to 7 p.m. Kindness from the Seniors in the Main Lounge
8 to 9 p.m. Study Break Breakfast in the Main Dining Room
TUESDAY, MAY 10
12 to 4 p.m. Senior Carnival on the Campus Green
WEDNESDAY, MAY 11
7 to 9 p.m. Senior Grad Cap Decorating in the Main Lounge
THURSDAY, MAY 12
7 to 9 p.m. Senior Casino Night in Standish A&B
FRIDAY, MAY 13
11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Senior Brunch and Bingo in the Lally Forum
SATURDAY, MAY 14
10 a.m. Class of 2022 Commencement at the MVP Arena
🎓 More information on the ceremony is available here.
ONGOING
Study Hall at the Sanctuary: Bring your work to the Sanctuary for a homework party with your friends! Study Hall is held every Monday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m.
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!).
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 the Conference Room of Moran Hall.
The Golden Knight Shop: Established last year, the Shop opened its shelves to provide food and clothing to the Saint Rose community. Donations are also welcome (nonperishable food and gently-used adult clothing). The Shop is open Mondays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursdays from noon to 3 p.m. in the EAC, right outside of Starbucks. For more info, contact: gkshop@strose.edu.
Muslim Student Association Meetings – NEW TIME: Calling all Muslim students and anyone interested in learning more about the Islamic faith: join the MSA at their weekly meetings every Tuesday at 10:40 a.m. for snacks and fun!
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 Rooms A and B, Events and Athletics Center.
Saint Rose Chronicle Meetings: 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!
Saint Rose Identity Meetings: Join the College’s LGBTQIA+ and Allies club every other Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Carondelet Symposium, Thelma P. Lally School of Education! Sign up for their mailing list to stay up to date on all things Identity 🏳️🌈
English Conversation Hour: Come practice your English speaking skills in a casual, comfortable setting with other English language learners and representatives from The Writing Center. Join them every Thursday from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Center for International Programs, 429 Western Avenue. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
Real Talk, Craft Talk: Join the Counseling Center’s new space for femme students to come together with crafting and community! Meetings are every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. in the Main Lounge, Events and Athletic Center. Snacks will be provided 🍿
Catholic Student Organization Meetings: The Catholic Student Organization meets every Sunday at 4:15 p.m. in the Interfaith Sanctuary. Come get involved!
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.
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 through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 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: Noon to 5 p.m.
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.
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Departments:
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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: @csrwritingcenter
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.
