Student Stories
With nearly 100 clubs to join, 44+ majors to study, hundreds of faculty members to learn from and 2,700 students to befriend, there are a lot of stories to tell at Skidmore.
Since childhood, Allison Conwell ’25 has been fascinated by the natural world and art. At Skidmore, she’s doing both as a biology and studio art double major and plans to pursue a career in scientific illustration.
Prince Shyllon, a basketball player, social media influencer, and entrepreneur, plays point guard on the Thoroughbred men’s basketball team. A first-year student, he plans to major in business and minor in computer science at Skidmore.
Calli Frankel ’25 is pursuing a double major in psychology and French, and is a leader in Skidmore’s Outing Club. Calli says she was drawn to Skidmore’s location near the Adirondack Mountains, where she could hike, bike, climb, and “all that good stuff.”
For more than three decades, Skidmore has hosted the National College Comedy Festival, a tradition for aspiring campus comedians and for anyone who enjoys a good laugh. Elise Milner ’25 describes her first experience performing at ComFest and sharing the stage with professional stand-ups Chris Fleming ’09 and Marina Franklin.
What do English literature, Organismal Biology, and Ultimate Frisbee all have in common? Liza Schnauck ’25 has pursued them all at Skidmore.
Darren Jackson Wilkins ’25, who is majoring in theater and minoring in music and arts administration, came to Skidmore so he could pursue all his interests. One evening, he did it all, playing the lead role in a Skidmore Theater production before rushing over to sing in the finale in Skidmania, one of Skidmore’s cherished musical traditions.
I was most drawn to Skidmore for the ability to pursue not just one, but all of my passions while studying here. I have always had multiple passions in music, technology, and business, and I knew that Skidmore would allow me to explore all of them.
Maitreya Ravenstar ’25 and her roommate slept outside the Tang Teaching Museum as part of Roommate, a Skidmore tradition that allows students to deepen their appreciation of art by borrowing artwork and living with it for an academic year.
Maitreya Ravenstar ’25, who is pursuing a self-determined major in multimedia journalism, talks about transferring to Skidmore and how the College's Transfer Trek helped her find her niche at Skidmore.
A visit to Skidmore College isn’t complete without sampling some of the best experiences, dining, and sights that our hometown, Saratoga Springs, has to offer.
David Tago '23, a math major and physics and computer science minor from Kenya, discusses why he chose Skidmore.
Hi! My name is Ayesha and I’m a theater major from Hong Kong and the Philippines. I’m excited to answer some of your questions about my life here at Skidmore.
With campus resources and faculty support, Kathryn Brodie defined her own creative path that merged seemingly disparate passions – dance and documentary film.
Skidmore College seniors are ready to pass the baton to the next generation of students. But, before they go, they have some advice for high school seniors contemplating Skidmore.
Social work and Spanish double-major Bryan Cuzco-Sinchi ’23 answers questions from prospective students about his life at Skidmore as a first-generation college student.
Lily Ross ’24 shares what it was like to apply to Skidmore Early Decision, the many emotions of making that decision, and celebrating the moment she got in.
Anthropology major Kelby Wittenberg '23 reflects on his experience working an active archaeological dig site on Skidmore's campus and uncovering Revolutionary War-era artifacts.
I like to think of myself as a garlic mustard warrior, and this summer I am continuing my campaign here at Skidmore. How does one get drafted for this duty? It starts with a deep love for the outdoors.
Through a partnership between Skidmore and Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), recent graduate Maddy Tyler ’21 is the artist behind the official artwork for the 44th annual Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival at SPAC.
Four Skidmore students answer your questions in a recorded Q&A with Associate Dean of Student Affairs Mariel Martin.
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