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September 20, 2026


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Opportunities and Reminders


🛍️ Get 25% off clothing and gifts Wednesday, September 23, and Thursday, September 24, in-store or online, at the Troy Bookstore and Albany Bookstore Student Appreciation event! 


🎭 Auditions for Little Women are Sunday evening, September 27 in Schacht Fine Arts Center, Troy. Sign up outside the first-floor administrative offices in Schacht. Prepare a monologue and show-style song (bring sheet music), review the performance schedule for conflicts, and email Claire McHarg or Professor Michael Musial with questions.


🗣️Take the student survey as we work to create the shared university brand with Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in anticipation of the merger (pending regulatory approval). Your opinion matters!

 

Things to Do

 

Looking for something to do? New events are added to The Chomp online calendar every day. Check it often to see what is going on!


Have an event to promote? Add your event to The Chomp, then email the details to newsletter@sage.edu.

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STARTS THIS WEEK!

Open Discussion with College Chaplain

Tuesdays, noon, Buchman, Troy  


You are invited to drop by an open discussion with College Chaplain Darren Gundrum and other members of the Russell Sage community. Bring thoughts, interests, concerns, or listen and enjoy the company. Open discussions run weekly through November 17.

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More Ways to Take a Break on Tuesday

September 22


✂️ DIY Mason Jar Lanterns, 6-8 p.m., McKinstry Student Center, Troy


🧸 Squishmallow Bingo, 6:30 p.m., KCC 224,

Albany


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Artist Deborah Dancy

Tuesday, September 22, 6:30 p.m.

Opalka Gallery, Albany


Artist Deborah Dancy will speak about her work in the gallery’s current exhibition, Light and Transient Causes.



Go Gators, Go! Home Games This Week:


Tuesday, September 22, 7 p.m.:

⚽ Men’s Soccer vs. Word of Life, ACPHS


Saturday, September 26:

⚽ Noon, Men’s Soccer vs. Nazareth, ACPHS


🎾 1 p.m., Women's Tennis vs. Alfred, Myers Middle School, 100 Elbel Court, Albany.

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Friday in Troy

September 25


🖍️ Coloring Sheet Pop-Up, noon-5 p.m., McKinstry Student Center


🎲 Board Game Night, hosted by the Alumnae/i Association, 6:30 p.m., Alumnae House. RSVP to RSCAA@sage.edu.


🌠 College Night Out Scavenger Hunt — a special edition of Troy Night Out, the city’s monthly community celebration!

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Join Sage’s NAMI Walk Team


Rec and Fitness is forming a team for the National Alliance on Mental Illness Walk, Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m., in Albany’s Washington Park. Visit the sign-up link for Sage’s team or email Joseph Michaud for more info.

 

What Else is New

 
Colorful children’s activity room with small chairs, sensory toys, padded equipment, exercise balls, and large windows overlooking trees.

Please Help the PT Program Spread the Word About this Fun, Paid Opportunity for Caregivers, Infants, and Toddlers!


The Doctor of Physical Therapy program is recruiting babies and toddlers for pediatric PT labs to help students observe child development. Labs take place in a bright, engaging pediatric space with fun toys, supervised by experienced pediatric PT faculty. If you have children, young siblings, or know families who might be interested, please sign up or share this opportunity! Compensation is $35 per1-hour session. Dates and times:


  • Tuesday, September 22, 3-4 p.m.
  • Wednesday, September 23, 9-10 a.m.
  • Thursday, September 24, 10-11 a.m.


To sign up or ask questions, email faculty member Cathron Donaldson or call administrative assistant Liz Heller at 518-244-2059. View PDF for full details.

From the Career & Self-Discovery Center:

Career Closet — Look the Part, Feel the Part 


First impressions matter! The Career and Self-Discovery Center Career Closet provides Russell Sage students with professional attire for:


 👔 Internship and job interviews

 🎤 Career fairs and networking events

 💼 Presentations and professional meetings

 🌟 Your first day on the job


Whether you’re preparing for an interview this week or building your wardrobe for the future, professional clothing is available at no cost to students through the Career Closet.


Schedule an appointment via Handshake to find pieces that help you feel confident for your next opportunity! 

Transition to the CDTA Navigator App Today! Physical Card Swipes End Soon


Full-time undergraduate students who use CDTA should transition to the CDTA Navigator app. Friday, October 9, is the last day physical student ID cards can be swiped for service. Set up the Navigator app before the deadline so you are ready to ride! See IT’s Navigator App Guide for assistance.

In the News and Around the Web


First-generation graduate John Johnson ’19 was a guest on Upstate Living, where he shared how his education inspired his current work empowering young adults. 


“Why culturally responsive mental health care matters,” an op-ed by Community Psychology and Mental Health Counseling student Alison Arias, appeared in the New York Amsterdam News.


The Times Union highlighted local residents who have benefitted from the Aphasia Center and the center’s Moving Message Walk and Festival. The event was also featured on NewsChannel 13 and CBS 6.


Broadway actress and dancer Chryssie Whitehead was on the Troy campus last week and News 10 covered it.

 

PT professor Katrin Ramsey, who is board certified in lifestyle medicine, spoke to CBS 6 about the health benefits of time in nature. 


Nutrition science professor Theresa DeLorenzo spoke to Verywell Health about the digestive benefits of radishes.


The college welcomed 13 faculty members this fall! 

 

ICYMI

 

🩸 Give blood on Monday, October 19, noon-5 p.m., in the Armory (Albany campus). Sign up for your donor slot.


🎓 Complete the Graduation Application, if you are finishing a degree or certificate this semester. It’s due by Thursday, October 1. Questions? Email DegreeClearance@sage.edu.

Fitness Classes in Troy


Sign up for Dance Fitness: Mondays, 5 p.m., Robison Gym

Sign up for Mat Pilates: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m., McKinstry 206

Sign up for Flexibility and Mobility, Tuesdays, 5 p.m., McKinstry 206

Sign up for Zumba: Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., Robison Gym

Sign up for Intramural Basketball: Mondays and Thursdays, 7 p.m., Robison Gym


Open Gym, Robison Gym (no sign up required):

  • Monday, Tuesday, Friday: noon-4:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Thursday: 12:30-4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Sunday: noon-10 p.m.


Fitness Classes in Albany


Sign up for Yoga: Mondays, noon, Science 101

Sign up for Intramural Soccer: Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Armory Turf

For help with anything, visit the Solutions team in the libraries of both campuses!


Access streaming films with the library’s Kanopy subscription. Sign up at https://www.kanopy.com/en/sage with your Sage email address.


Volunteer at the ACPHS Collaboratory, which provides pharmacy and mental health services in Albany’s South End. All majors welcome! Help with social media, food packing, screenings, and admin support. Shifts available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. To sign up, email manager Kaylee Stewart with your interest, availability, and any relevant experience.


Discover the Gator Claws-It: Find free food, personal care products, and academic supplies in Troy (Hart Hall 203) and Albany (KCC 226).


Campus Dining: Find mobile ordering, menus, and more on the Dine On Campus website.


Student Discounts in Troy: Find a list of discounts available with your Russell Sage ID.


Free CDPHP Cycle! membership: Enjoy 30 minutes of e-bike riding and unlimited pedal-bike riding every day. Borrow a bike at no charge with the CDPHP Cycle! app and the promo code RussellSage: www.cdphpcycle.org.


For Reference: 


✅ How private and public college costs really compare


✅ Institutional response to federal issues


✅ RSC and ACPHS strategic merger FAQs


Office Hours

 

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


Albany bookstore (Gozzo Student Center, ACPHS campus) and M.O.S.S. books and other provisions (Gurley Hall, Troy):

Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday

 

Have a Great Week!

 

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