Post-Super Bowl nacho hangover? Us, too. But another week is here, and Monday’s all spiced up with Valentine’s Day. What a perfect time to remember our deep love of learning. We present this rose to Chem 2.
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What’s New and Next
African Heritage and Health Awareness Week 2022: The Office of Intercultural Leadership invites you to take part in our recognition programs celebrating Black History Month 2022! This week, we’re collaborating with various offices and student organizations on campus to offer opportunities for engagement, reflection, and celebration as part of our African Heritage and Health Awareness Week. Follow @ileadnews on Instagram for further developments and updates, and head to the calendar section for the full list of this week’s events.
Know the past, shape the future. Introducing 20 Faces in 20 Days, or 20 in 20! Each weekday during Black History Month, @ileadnews will feature impactful individuals of African descent who are not as widely known as they should be on Instagram. Check it out every day – you may learn something new! Follow @ileadnews on Instagram for more.
The 2019-2020 double issue of the Undergraduate Research Journal is out! Check out the amazing work students have been doing under the guidance of faculty and explore how you can get involved in pursuing an interest area of your own. You can read the full journal on our website.
Come get this money! If you’re a sophomore or junior and are involved in service to the community – social, political, educational, or charitable – you may be eligible for the Honorable Richard J. Conners Memorial Scholarship! Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded for the 2022-2023 academic year. Application deadline is March 15. Learn more about the scholarship and apply here.
Calling all woman-identifying students! If you’re a current sophomore graduating in May 2024, apply to be a BOLD Scholar! Applications close February 24 at 5 p.m. Learn more about BOLD Women’s Leadership Network on our website. Any questions? Email BOLD@strose.edu.
Red light … green light! Hey seniors, you’re officially invited to participate in the Senior Squid Games, hosted by the Student Events Board. The winner will receive a Nintendo Switch; losers will still have a chance to walk away with over $250 in prizes, though! Think you have what it takes? Head to Saint Joe’s Wednesday, February 16 at 7 p.m.
Real talk, craft talk: Starting this Thursday, the Counseling Center will be hosting a weekly crafting workshop for femme students to chat, craft, and share from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.! This week, you’re invited to create origami, crochet, and collage. They’ll also be doing some self-care tarot readings! Snacks will be provided. Questions? Contact them at counseling@strose.edu.
Apply for the Trans Lifeline’s Name Change Microgrant! These microgrants provide trans and nonbinary people with low-barrier funds and support to correct names and/or gender markers on identifying legal documents, access trans health care, and supply necessities for incarcerated trans people. The application is due tomorrow, February 14; apply here!
Reminders
Sign up to get boosted! As we announced at the beginning of the semester, the College is requiring that all students who are eligible get the COVID-19 vaccine booster by June 30, 2022. You won’t be able to enroll in the Fall 2022 semester until you’ve met this requirement, so make sure you get it done ASAP! We’ll be holding two more booster clinics on campus this semester on March 3 and April 7 – sign up for your booster here. Note: If you’ve already been granted medical or religious COVID-19 vaccine exemptions, you will continue to be exempt.
Did you already get the booster? Please send a copy of your updated vaccine card to covidresults@strose.edu ASAP!
Reminder about surveillance testing: Look for the email invitation to sign up for our campus surveillance testing, which will be sent out weekly to students and employees (regardless of vaccination status) so we can test about 25% of our campus population each week.
Fill out your daily questionnaire! It’s still vital that you keep filling this out, because it allows the College to act promptly should a student test positive for, have close exposure to, or have symptoms of COVID-19.
Keep up the good work! You’ve all done a great job staying safe and healthy this semester, so let’s keep it going – make sure you keep wearing your mask correctly so it protects you and those around you. P.S. A quick reminder that chairs in classrooms are set up for 3 feet of spacing between seats, but if things get shuffled around and feel a little too tight, you can move your seat.
Looking for an on-campus job? Sodexo is hiring! If you want to make some extra money this semester, our dining services team is hiring for part-time positions. If you’re interested, please contact Jean Baldwin at 518.454.5220 for more information.
Interested in becoming a school psychologist or special education teacher? Apply for Project THRIVE! If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a school psychologist or special education teacher, this is the opportunity for you. Project THRIVE is a grant that funds the majority of tuition for those pursuing a career in those two areas. For more information on how to apply for Fall 2022, please reach out to Crystal Bever at beverc@strose.edu. Or, find out more by attending the virtual information session on Thursday, February 10, at 5:30 p.m.
Open swim is back! Sign up here to reserve a spot for open swim for the rest of February.
Academics
Tired of studying alone? Bring your work to the 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.
Graduating in August? Your degree application is due to the Registrar by February 15. Here are the instructions on how to apply.
New book alert: A selection of new books will be on display in the Neil Hellman Library starting February 7. Come check them out!
Woohoo!
Shout out to one of our professors! Dr. David Seelow, senior adjunct professor of English at Saint Rose, was featured in EducationWeek last month for his game-based learning techniques. If you’re one of his students, let him know how awesome he is, OK? And read the article here.
Wellness
Help us stop the spread! We’re gonna keep saying it every week, but the only way we’ll get through this 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, getting your booster, 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.
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
Feed Your Soul this Black History Month: We’re doing it again! The Office of Intercultural Leadership has partnered with Dining Services to bring you a variety of dishes highlighting cultures of African descent through food. Be sure to stop in Dining Hall all daily from February 14 to 18 to sample various offerings that just might introduce you to some new favorites! See below for the scheduled cuisines:
- Monday: Creole
- Tuesday: Caribbean
- Wednesday: African
- Thursday: South American, Guyanese
- Friday: Southern Comfort
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, FEBRUARY 14
2 p.m. Groove into Fitness with ALANA Steppers, Golden Vybz, and Sabor Latino in Saint Joseph Hall Auditorium
Take part in the Office of Intercultural Leadership’s health awareness campaign by joining ALANA Steppers, Golden Vybz, and Sabor Latino as they demonstrate dancing and stepping art forms as exercise. Guided tutorials will be offered that will not only keep you active, but will also teach you a routine and new skills. Join us to encourage heart health in a fun and engaging way!
5:30 p.m. Saint Rose Women’s Basketball vs. Franklin Pierce in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium
Come cheer on your fellow Golden Knights! Read our updated COVID attendance policy.
8 p.m. Kickball in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium
Join the Office of Intercultural Leadership, in collaboration with RA D’Andre Little for a night-time kickball game! We’ll meet in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium for a friendly game geared toward encouraging heart health. Teams will be put together the night of the game. Even if you don’t want to participate in the game itself, we encourage you to come out and cheer on your friends and other members of the community. We will have music and healthy refreshment options for all!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15
12:30 p.m. Care Networking: We are the Sum of Our Parts in the Events and Athletics Center
The Offices of Counseling Services, Health Services, Spiritual Life, Student Conduct, and Title IX will be tabling in the EAC to offer information and giveaways, as well as screenings and resources geared towards health awareness in all forms. Stop by and find out how to care for your whole being 💛
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17
All Day – Black History Month Showcase: Lending our Gifts in Recognition in Maginn Hall
The Offices of Intercultural Leadership and Student Affairs are partnering with House of Arts to offer an opportunity to celebrate African heritage through art. Members of our community are preparing various pieces of art in recognition of Black History Month. We hope you will come out and appreciate the artistry of our community.
11:30 a.m. On-Campus Blood Drive in Saint Joseph Hall Auditorium
Sign up to donate here. Questions? Email Theresa Belfance at belfanct@strose.edu.
4:30 p.m. Real Talk, Craft Talk in the Commuter Lounge
Come join this femme space to chat, craft, and share! See item under What’s New and Next for more details. Sponsored by Counseling Services.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18
7 p.m. Black History Month Jeopardy in Saint Joseph Hall Auditorium
We’re closing out African Heritage and Health Awareness Week with a Jeopardy contest! Six RAs have put teams together that will compete against a team of Saint Rose employees in a Black History Month-themed trivia contest. Come out and cheer on all involved and see who comes out on top 🏆 Raffles for prize baskets will be held throughout the program. Refreshments will also be available!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Saint Rose Basketball Double Header!
1:30 p.m. Saint Rose women’s basketball vs. Southern Connecticut State
3:30 p.m. Saint Rose men’s basketball vs. Southern Connecticut State
Let’s go, Golden Knights! Read our updated COVID attendance policy.
UPCOMING
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20
8:30 p.m. Sabor Latino Tryouts in Events and Athletic Center, Room 110
Join Sabor Latino next Sunday for some dancing and fun!
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27
1 to 3 p.m. Pajama Party with Saint Rose Best Buddies in Standish A/B
Save the date: the Saint Rose Best Buddies will be hosting a Sunday afternoon pajama party in two weeks! There will be games, trivia, snacks, and prizes.
On-Campus Booster Clinics
Get boosted conveniently on campus before the June 30 deadline! We’re offering booster clinics Thursday, March 3, from 10 a.m. to noon and Monday, April 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium. Use this link to sign up for either booster clinic. Find information about when you are eligible for your booster dose here. If you attended a previous on-campus vaccination clinic, you are eligible for one of these booster clinic dates.
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 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 Huether 203.
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.
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 (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.
The Happiness Support Project: The Happiness Support Project is held every Wednesday from 4 to 4 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!
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 Lally Symposium! Sign up for their mailing list to stay up to date on all things Identity 🏳️🌈
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!
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. in the Center for International Programs, 429 Western Avenue. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
Catholic Student Organization Meetings: The Catholic Student Organization meets every Sunday at 4:15 p.m. in the 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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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: @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.
