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Hit The Books: A Handy Guide for You on How To Prepare for Final Exams
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff Next week , students at Sage will be taking their fall 2011 semester final exams. Finals are seen as a time of stress and anxiety, especially for those who have taken heavy course loads and challenging classes. However, if you manage your time...
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My Last-First Semester: A Short Reflection
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff Since I am graduating in May, this will mark my last first semester at RSC. This led me to reflect on my time here at Sage and also about the future and what I hope it will bring me. The first thing that ran through my head is where did the time...
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Restaurant Review: Illium Cafe
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff Recently, I took a homework break at the Illium Cafe, which is situated right across from Monument Square. I was craving a muffin and hot chocolate and did not want to go to Dunkin Donuts, but rather to a local business. I ended up making my...
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Commuting in the Winter: A Commuter Student’s Story
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff Not every student lives on campus. For some, living on campus is expensive and some prefer the comforts of home. Some choose to commute throughout their college career or even choose to commute after staying on campus to perhaps save money. The...
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Therapy Dogs Are Back!
Story By: Samantha Brierley, Staff When I am stressed from life, I turn to my animals at home. They help me appreciate the little things in life as well as a sense of appreciation. Aside from that, animals are known to help lower blood pressure and provide companionship....
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A Winter Wonderland
Elizabeth Johnson
On Saturday, December 3rd at 11am children of all ages are invited to experience A Winter Wonderland. This event was created and will be put on by the theatre institute at The Sage Colleges. To start off the fun festivities, you will be able to join others in Never...
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Sage Professor Receives Fulbright Teaching Award
Sage Professor Receives Fulbright Teaching Award Andor Skotnes, chair of the Department of History and Society, has received a Fulbright Teaching Award in American Studies. From mid-September 2011 to January 2012 he will be in residence, teaching at Constantine the Philosopher...
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Helpful Resources for a Healthy Mind
Story by: Samantha Brierley, Staff As finals quickly approach, college students in all different schools are becoming worried. With the pressure to do well in school constantly lingering above their heads, students are pushed to strive for their best. Some students’...
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De-Stress With Fun Holiday Activities: A Fun Guide for You
By:Samantha Brierley, Staff You’ve studied for hours-upon-hours, wrote huge papers for your professors and haven’t been able to catch up on sleep in days. Finals week is just two weeks away and you’ve just about had it with school and are thinking of even...
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Vernacular 2012 Submissions Welcome
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff It’s time again! Submissions for Vernacular, Sage’s Literature, Art, and Design pieces from students of Sage College of Albany are being welcomed up until January 20th, 2012. Vernacular is a literary, art and design publication entirely...
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Holiday Cards for Soldiers
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff The holiday season is tough for those who have to serve overseas. Rick Hoefner, who lives in Arizona is a brother-in-law of a soldier going to Afghanistan. “Right before Christmas, it’s hard,” says Hoefner. “To be a...
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Director of the Wellness Center, Stacey Maslowsky Speaks to Medical Anthropology Class
By:Samantha Brierley, Staff On Tuesday, November 29, 2011, Director of the Wellness Center, Stacey Maslowsky spoke with this semester’s Medical Anthropology and Haiti class about her volunteer work in Haiti after the earthquake. Maslowsky always had a place in her...
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Jessica Gahring of NY Ink to Speak at Schacht Tonight
By:Samantha Brierley, Staff Jessica Gahring, a Troy, NY native got her first tattoo after graduating from high school. “I have always been drawn to people who are heavily tattooed.” Gahring said. Her love affair with tattooing led her to become the shop manager...
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4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service!
Elizabeth Johnson
On Monday January 16th Sage will be celebrating the 4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. You can join other students and faculty to enjoy this morning of service for our community. At 9:00 am the day will begin with breakfast and a short introduction...
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Are you going to Study Abroad?
“To all students who are planning to study abroad this coming spring semester this is a reminder of the mandatory Pre-Departure Meeting on Monday, December 12, 2011 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am, in the Hart Hall Conference Room on the Troy campus. All student must...
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Wind Down!
Elizabeth Johnson
Towards the end of the semester we all get a little antsy, nervous, cranky, and stressed. The biggest cause of all that stress is Finals. Each and every one of u knows they are coming, but every semester they still seem to sneak up on us. As we start to prepare for...
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Dance-A-Thon!
Time: Saturday, November 19th. (6:30 – 10:30pm) Where: Kahl Campus Center Dining Hall at Sage College of Albany. Sage: $2 (must bring Sage I.D) Guests: $4 Including: raffles, prizes, and music by DJ Shawn Blaq SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Dance-A-Thon!", url: "http://www.thequillrsc.com/uncategorized/2011/11/18/dance-a-thon/"...
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What’s your Recipe for Change?
Elizabeth Johnson
As seniors at Russell Sage College, we know they are many traditions we must be a part of. One of these traditions being World – 420, which we may just think of as a class but even so it sets out to help those in need and gain awareness about important issues....
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Tobacco Free Zone!!
Elizabeth Johnson
The Sage Colleges has made themselves dedicated to promoting a healthy, comfortable, and safe atmosphere for all students and faculty. With this in mind, Sage has decided to go tobacco free. Due to a high volume of health hazards Sage will be tobacco free starting...
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Headless Horsemen
As we all know Halloween is coming up. This Sunday is the day everyone celebrates by dressing up in scary costumes and going out. Each of us has a different way to celebrate the night of fright. One popular event is going to a haunted house. When planning your haunted house...
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A Winter Wonderland
Written by Elizabeth Johnson
On Saturday, December 3rd at 11am children of all ages are invited to experience A Winter Wonderland. This event was created and will be put on by the theatre institute at The Sage Colleges. To start off the fun festivities, you will be able to... Read more »
December 2, 2011 • 0 comments • Filed Under News, Top Stories, Uncategorized
Last 3 stories in Features
- Therapy Dogs Are Back! - December 4, 2011
- Jessica Gahring of NY Ink to Speak at Schacht Tonight - December 1, 2011
- The Sage Colleges Vice President of Finance and Treasurer Peter Hughes Wins Prestigious Award - October 27, 2011
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff Since I am graduating in May, this will mark my last first semester at RSC. This led me to reflect on my time here at Sage and also about the future and what I hope it will bring me. The first thing that ran through my head... Read more »
December 4, 2011 • 1 comment • Filed Under Features, Top Stories
Last 3 stories in A&E
- Q&A with CAT Major Hillary Brown on How She Made it to Roller Derby - December 1, 2011
- Popular Haunts around Troy - October 27, 2011
- Celebrate Black History Month - February 5, 2011
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff The holidays have finally arrived! What better way to celebrate them then to enjoy the 29th Victorian Stroll in Downtown Troy? On Sunday, December 4, from 11-5, Downtown Troy and the BID (Business Improvement District) will... Read more »
December 1, 2011 • 0 comments • Filed Under A&E
Last 3 stories in Opinion
- Commuting in the Winter: A Commuter Student's Story - December 4, 2011
- Cantankerous Commuters and Accommodations - September 22, 2011
- The Lion King - March 16, 2011
By: Samantha Brierley, Staff Recently, I took a homework break at the Illium Cafe, which is situated right across from Monument Square. I was craving a muffin and hot chocolate and did not want to go to Dunkin Donuts, but rather to a local business.... Read more »
December 4, 2011 • 0 comments • Filed Under Opinion, Top Stories
Last 3 stories in Sports
Written by Ann King
Troy, NY —-The Gators of The Sage Colleges were named the 2011 recipient of the Sportsmanship Award by the Skyline Conference. While Sage finished the season with a record of 0-9 overall and 0-8 in the league, the players and coaching staff... Read more »
May 6, 2011 • 1 comment • Filed Under Sports, Top Stories
