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What’s this? Solutions: The Newsletter is your weekly Russell Sage College student newsletter. You’ll receive it every Sunday night this academic year.
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Time to Get Your Parking Pass
A reminder that parking permits for the 2025-2026 academic year are available. Parking warnings will be given for the first two weeks of the semester, but ticketing will begin on September 8, so please register for your parking pass by then. It’s easy to do online.
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Calling all coffee lovers!
Coming to Hazels at the library on the Albany campus … Starbucks drinks!
Our full-service brewed coffee and espresso program, to include such favorites as Frappuccino and Refreshers, is now open. Our hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday. We accept Flex, Declining, credit, and cash.

Due to the nature of the program, the Starbucks app is unavailable for use. Look for specials, limited-time offers, and more in the coming weeks.
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Building-Access Changes: Do You Have a Fob Yet?
Reminder, as shared by Public Safety last week, beginning Monday, September 8, we will lock the majority of buildings on both campuses during all hours, including daytime hours. Most buildings will either be accessible using your fob or will be accessible by only one entrance (you’ll still be able to use other doors to exit).
Many students will already have a fob. But if you don’t, head to the library on either campus, and they can help you.
Russell Sage has two great campuses in Albany and Troy, but because they’re a seamless part of the community, the community sometimes forgets our buildings are not public buildings, so we just want to make sure we’re keeping things secure. Learn more on the Public Safety area of the website.
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Stop by the Club Involvement and Student Employment Fair!
Whether you’re searching for a work study job or eager to join a club and meet new people, attending the Club Involvement and Student Employment Fair can help. Student Activities and the Career and Self-Discovery Center will hold a fair on each campus.
Troy campus:
Tuesday, September 9, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Outside Buchman Pavilion
Albany campus:
Thursday, September 11, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
KCC Quad
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Get Ready for an Internship
Get ready to make the most of your internship experience! This workshop will cover essential skills for success, including professional communication, workplace etiquette, professionalism, networking while interning, and how to exit an internship on a strong note. Register for the Internship Prep Workshop online.
When: Wednesday, September 10, 1-3 p.m.
Location: KCC 224, Albany Campus
Bonus: Students who register and attend will be entered into a raffle to win their share of $50!
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Mapping Leadership Journeys: A Guided Networking Experience
Set within the inspiring backdrop of the Compass Roses: Maps by Artists gallery exhibition, this two-hour event invites students and women executives from the Times Union's Women@Work network to explore professional growth, leadership, and mentorship as a shared journey. Through rotating small-group conversations and reflection stations, participants will build relationships, share stories, and uncover common milestones, values, and aspirations.
✨ Build your network with women executives
🌟 Learn real-world leadership and career insights
🤝 Connect through small-group conversations
💡 Reflect on your own path and gain inspiration for what’s next
When: Wednesday, September 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Opalka Gallery, Compass Roses: Maps by Artists exhibition, Albany campus
Note: Registration is required for this networking event.
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Join Us for the Moving Message on September 13
The Moving Message Walk/Wheel/Roll, a fundraising and awareness event to support work at The Aphasia Center at Russell Sage, will be held Saturday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Albany campus.
It is a festival-like event, complete with a one-mile walk, motivational speeches by those with Aphasia, music, raffles, kids’ activities, vendors, artists, food, messages and bios posted around the quad, and merchandise for sale.
The money raised goes into a fund called The Moving Message Fund, and helps pay for group sessions, technology, and other supports for those in need. Often when someone has a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other neurological disorder that interferes with their ability to communicate, there is little financial support for the long-term support they need.
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Future Teachers Help Kids Have a Smooth Start at School
Future Educators Club and Kappa Delta Phi led a Back-to-School Supplies Drive benefiting Joseph's House.
With the support of their peers, they were able to donate 12 completely packed backpacks and countless supplies to students who might otherwise be starting the school year without the tools they need.
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Be Sure to Get Emergency Alerts: Sign Up for AlertMedia
Russell Sage College uses AlertMedia as our official emergency communication system. This platform delivers critical updates — such as inclement weather alerts, safety notices, and urgent campus communications — straight to you via text, email, or phone call.
If you haven’t already set up your AlertMedia account, now is the time! An invitation has been sent to you — please use that link to register your account and select your preferred contact methods. Having your account registered and updated ensures you’ll receive these important messages.
📢 System Test Scheduled: A test of AlertMedia will take place on Wednesday, September 10, at 2 p.m. Please make sure your account is active and your contact information is up to date before then so you don’t miss any alerts.
💡 Need Help? If you experience any issues with registration, please submit a service request at sc.sage.edu – IT Service Desk
Stay connected with Sage when it matters most!
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Pop-Up Beer Garden Series
Music, Art, Craft Beer, Food Trucks, Make-Your-Own Screenprints, and More!
When: September 5, 6-9 p.m., First Friday Albany
Where: Opalka Gallery, Albany campus
Bands: Super 400, Buggy Jive
Brewers: Druthers, Frog Alley
Food: Dotty Lou's BBQ, West Ave. Woodfired Pizza, Kona Ice
See the beer garden schedule for bands, food trucks, and more.
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Mmmmm. Pizza Deals from a Sage Athletics Sponsor
Papa John's, a proud supporter of Sage Athletics, is offering special discounts to all of our Gators.
Use any of these online-only coupon codes to score deals at their location on 571 New Scotland Avenue, not far from campus in Albany.
Use code GATOR1: 1 large pizza, 1 topping, $7.99
Use code GATOR2: 3 medium pizzas, 1 topping, $18
Use code GATOR3: 2 medium pizzas, 1 topping, $5 each (must buy 2)
Use code GATOR4: 1 medium pizza, 1 topping+ breadsticks OR 6 garlic parmesan breadsticks, $12.98
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Fall Pickleball League Returns!
The Student/Staff Gator Pickleball League is back! Teams of doubles will compete in weekly matches from September 8 through October 10, finishing with playoffs and a prize for first place.
Find out more, then sign up for pickleball!
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Compass Roses: Maps by Artists, at Opalka Gallery September 2-October 11
Compass Roses: Maps by Artists — Albany opens September 2 at Opalka Gallery on the Albany campus. The exhibit feature 30 maps by local visual, literary, and performing artists, and a calendar of events ranging from art talks to yoga.
Read more about Compass Roses.
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Discounts for RSC Students at
Businesses in Troy
The Downtown Troy Business Improvement District and local businesses offer student discounts! Bring your RSC ID anywhere you see the Student Incentive Program decal and receive a discount on your purchases.
Find a list of merchants and discounts.
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Free CDPHP Cycle! membership
Borrow a bike at no charge with the CDPHP Cycle! app and the promo code RussellSage.
Enjoy 30 minutes of e-bike riding and unlimited pedal-bike riding every day of the season: www.cdphpcycle.org.
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Strong Through Every Mile Couch-to-5K-Program:
Learn More at September 4 Info Session
Strong Through Every Mile (STEM), a nonprofit organization that empowers survivors of interpersonal violence and abuse and DV through the sport of running, will once again offer its free couch-to-5K program to students and employees at Russell Sage. Runners of all genders and abilities are welcome.
An info session will be held Thursday, September 4, at 7 p.m. via Zoom (be sure to click this link and register so you can receive the Zoom info). If you can't make the Zoom session but would like more information, please reach out to Jenn Gish at gishj@sage.edu.
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For reference:
Volunteer with Every Campus a Refuge: The college's ECAR chapter is helping a recently arrived refugee family settle into Albany. Fill out this ECAR volunteer interest form to receive updates on how you could get involved.
Contribute to OT Research on Migraines in College Students: OT graduate student Ashlyn Hatzis is conducting research to explore how migraines affect the occupational engagement of college-aged individuals and invites graduate and undergraduate students to participate. Participation involves completing this anonymous online survey, which should take approximately 10-15 minutes. Email hatzia@sage.edu for more info.
Hope to hear from YOU! Email newsletter@sage.edu with photos, events, achievements, or other news you would like us to consider including in the college newsletters.
Have questions?: There are Solutions desks in each library, where you can ask anything. Stop by, call 518-244-2020, or email solutions@sage.edu.*
*Unless you have something you would like us to consider for Solutions: The Newsletter! In that case, please email newsletter@sage.edu by Wednesday for the following Sunday's newsletter.
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CAMPUS DINING
McKinstry Dining Hall, Troy
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Breakfast: 7:30-10 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dinner: 4-7 p.m.
Wednesday
Brunch: 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.*
Dinner: 4-7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
Brunch: 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dinner: 4-6:30 p.m.
Kahl Campus Center – Food Hall Only – Albany
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Breakfast: 7:30-10 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dinner: 4-8 p.m.
Wednesday
Brunch: 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.*
Dinner: 4-8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
Brunch: 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dinner: 4-6:30 p.m.
Kahl Campus Center – Kiosk
Monday through Friday: 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. (continual service)
Saturday and Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (continual service)
*On Wednesdays, meal plan holders can use a meal swipe in Buchman or the kiosk in KCC starting at 7:30 a.m. for a grab-and-go breakfast option.
Note: Dining will be closed in between the meal periods listed above.
STUDENT CENTERS
Freddie's, Kahl Campus Center, Lower Level (Albany)
McClellan Student Center, McKinstry Hall (Troy)
Open daily, noon-9 p.m.
Commuter Lounge, Hart Hall (Troy)
7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
FITNESS
Armory Fitstop (Albany)
McKinstry Fitness Center (Troy)
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
WELLNESS CENTERS
Kahl Campus Center, Lower Level (Albany)
Kellas Hall, 1st Floor (Troy)
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
After-Hours Care
BOOKSTORES
First week of classes:
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, both campuses
Regular hours after September 2 (closed for Labor Day):
Albany bookstore (Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences' Gozzo Student Center)
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
M.o.s.s. books and other provisions (Gurley Hall, Troy)
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
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