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Join Us As We Celebrate the Inauguration of Matthew R. Shaftel, Ph.D., the 11th President of Russell Sage College
We welcome you to celebrate and welcome Dr. Shaftel as the 11th president of Russell Sage College. These events are free and open to our entire Russell Sage College community.
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Schedule of Events
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Inauguration Ceremony
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Schacht Fine Arts Center, Troy campus
Hear from Dr. Shaftel and special guests. Then join us for a luncheon at the McKinstry Dining Hall immediately following this event.
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Cheer on Our Women’s Soccer Team
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
7 p.m.
Albany College of Pharmacy Field
Celebrate the inauguration by cheering on our Gators as the women’s soccer team takes on SUNY Poly.
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Green and Blue Bash
Thursday, October 17, 2024
5 p.m.
Campus Quad, Albany campus
Join us for this casual party, but don’t forget to wear green and blue and celebrate our Russell Sage colors! Enjoy live music, dancing, festive fare, and a cash bar.
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Russell Sage in the Community
Friday, October 18, 2024
Time and location TBA
A discussion of the ways the RSC 301 classes make an impact in the greater Capital Region will also provide an opportunity to connect with local community-based partners about ways to expand on our work and student learning.