Coffee Break Newsletter Masthead

April 13, 2026


Send announcements for Coffee Break (employees) or Solutions (students) to newsletter@sage.edu by end of day Wednesday to appear in the next issues.

Faculty Accolades: To have achievements included in this year’s announcement from the provost’s office, please complete the Faculty Accolades form by May 8. 

Registering for summer or fall classes? Fill out HR’s tuition waiver form.

Undergraduate Research Day: Lunch RSVP and Reviewer Sign-Up




  • Undergraduate Research Day is Wednesday, April 29, in Albany. Full schedule coming soon.

Join Coffee Hour, April 15, 9 a.m.: Updates from the Graduate Admissions team. Access the Zoom link and more Coffee Hour resources.


☕Let the Innovation Committee know what’s working — and what you’d like to see — via the Coffee Hour feedback form.

 

What’s New

 
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Russell Sage College student-athletes prior to Take Back the Night in 2025.

Community Events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month


Albany County and In Our Own voices are hosting events this month, focused on raising awareness, sharing resources, and supporting those affected by sexual and relationship violence:


  • Albany County’s Take Back the Night in Washington Park is Thursday, April 23. Walking groups will leave the Albany campus at 4 and 4:30 p.m. Meet in front of the Administration Building.

 

  • In Our Own Voices and the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York are offering free legal consultations, Wednesday, April 15.



April 25.

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Leadership Development from the Women’s Institute and Women@Work


Russell Sage’s Denise Taber Finard ’80 Women’s Institute and the Times Union’s Women@Work network have launched a leadership development microcredential program, focused on innovation, persuasion, and entrepreneurial thinking. Learn more about the leadership program.

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Proudly Sage Webinar Series

Spotlights Student Research


Student research takes center stage in the April Proudly Sage webinar, highlighting impactful work across the college. On April 16 at 12:30 p.m., three students will present a preview of their Undergrad Research Day projects. Attend to celebrate student achievement: Register for Proudly Sage.

Internship Information Session; Faculty Input Requested


On Wednesday, April 22 at 4 p.m., the Career & Self-Discovery Center will host an online Internship Information Session to help students secure summer and fall internships. Please encourage your students to attend and remind them they can make one-on-one appointments with the Career & Self-Discovery Center on Handshake.


If you have program-specific deadlines for the summer or fall, or expectations for your students related to internships, please email Jenn Morrill to share those details so students receive clear guidance across all majors.

 

Way to Go!

 
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Congratulations to the Rec & Fitness March Madness Bracket Winners!

Women’s Tournament Results:



Jenn Gish (1700 pts)

Kyle Young (1420 pts)

Samantha Henderson (1240 pts)

Men’s Tournament Results:



Grace Giancola (1390 pts)

Erich Skelly (1310 pts)

Jenn Gish (1240 pts)

Wall of Wins


Shout out your or a colleague’s wins, big or small, on the Wall of Wins!

Gators are Athletes of the Week


Evan Devine was the New England Volleyball Conference and Empire 8 Conference Player of the Week; Aniyah Kelley was E8’s Defensive Player of the Week for Women’s Flag Football; and Evan Grimes was E8’s Player of the Week for baseball, for the week ending April 5 (Read more news from Sage’s nationally-ranked baseball team.)

Do you have news to share? Send it to newsletter@sage.edu.

 

HR Corner

 

Training reminder: Complete the harassment, discrimination, and hazing trainings by April 17. Check your email for reminders from Vector Solutions.

Fail Out Loud: Learn how to leverage professional setbacks to build organizational trust on April 28, 11:30 a.m., in Bush Memorial, Troy. Lunch included. Learn about presenter Tom Schin and register for Fail Out Loud.

TIAA on Troy Campus: One-on-one sessions, May 6 and June 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cowee Hall, 2nd Floor Conference Room. Register at tiaa.org/schedulenow.

 

Previously Announced Events

 

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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Please Promote to Students:

Write in the Night

Tuesday, April 14, 7-11 p.m.,

Albany Library computer lab 


Students can get help with any writing project, plus snacks and prizes!


Email Academic Support with questions.

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Poetry Writing Workshop and Reading 

Thursday, April 16, 10 a.m., online


Nigel Pantling will read from his collection, A Foreign Country, and discuss becoming a published writer. The event includes an opportunity to write poetry with Nigel. Hosted by CreativityUnleashed and Sage’s English, Writing, and Culture program in honor of National Poetry Month. Register for the poetry workshop.

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Earth Day Cleanups


Troy, Saturday, April 18, 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Meet in the “Big Lot.” Supplies provided.


Albany, Wednesday, April 22: Sign up to beautify public spaces with Downtown Albany’s BID. 

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Student/Faculty Dance Concert

Saturday, April 18, 7 p.m. and

Sunday, April 19, 2 p.m.,

James L. Meader Little Theater, Troy


This performance features choreography by students and faculty in collaboration with the Scrimshaw Distinguished Visiting Artist, the Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company. Tickets at door or theatre.sage.edu.

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FINAL WEEK: Plastique

Through April 18

Opalka Gallery, Albany


Read the Times Union review, then visit the exhibit of work from artists who transform plastic pollution into art and design.



Carnival Color Blast Fun Run/Walk:

Participate in the Event or Volunteer

Friday, May 1, check-in 4:45 p.m.,

race start 5:15 p.m., Albany campus


Celebrate the end of the semester with a colorful run or walk around the Albany campus. Open to students and employees. Register for the Fun Run/Walk or sign up to volunteer.

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Start Commencement Day with a 5.18K


Kick off commencement day with this community celebration of the 518.


Register for the 5.18K Road Race on May 16.



Registration Now Open for the CDPHP Workforce Challenge


Thrive@Russell Sage and Recreation and Fitness are organizing a team for the CDPHP Workforce Challenge, a 3.5-mile walk/run on Thursday, May 21, at 6:25 p.m. at the Empire State Plaza. It costs $5 to join Team Russell Sage College (The “normal” price is $35, but Thrive will cover the remaining $30!) Register for the Workforce Challenge.

WEEKLY EVENTS


MONDAYS


Register for Hot Yoga: 7:30 a.m., Albany, Science 101


Register for Dance Fitness: 5 p.m., Troy, Robison Gym


TUESDAYS


Register for Pilates: 9:30 a.m., Troy, McKinstry 206


Register for Yoga: 5:15 p.m., Troy, McKinstry 206


WEDNESDAYS


Register for Zumba Fitness: 5:30 p.m., Troy, Robison Gym


FRIDAYS


Register for Flexibility and Mobility: noon-1 p.m., Troy, McKinstry 206

 

Keep in Mind

 

Access past issues of IT's newsletter in the Sage Guard Newsletter repository.

Free Fitness and Nutrition Consultations


To make an appointment or ask questions, email Recreation and Fitness Director Joe Michaud.


Fitness Consultations — McKinstry Fitness Center, Troy

Meet with Certified Personal Trainer Bila Bonifacio. Appointments available:


👟Monday: 2-6 p.m.

👟Wednesday: 1-4 p.m.

👟Friday: noon-3 p.m.


Nutrition Consultations — FitStop, Albany Armory

Walk in or make an appointment to meet with Nutrition graduate student RJ Burkitt for information (not guidance from a Registered Dietitian; Registered Dietitian education in progress).


🍏Mondays: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

🍏 Tuesdays: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

🍏Thursdays: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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TIS Kids, TIS Teens, and Summer on Stage — Register Now!


The Theatre Institute at Sage is excited to announce four shows being produced exclusively for K-12 students, its biggest season ever! Sage community members get $100 off registration for a new program for 6-12 year olds, a revamped summer camp, and the popular TIS Teens program. Email Eddie Knight for more information.

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Take a Break with the Wellness Center


🌿 Book the massage chair in Albany


🌿 Book the massage chair in Troy


🌿 Purchase health essentials, including contraceptives, pain relief, menstrual care, and basic first aid at the Troy Wellness Center’s vending machine.


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