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Office of the President

Statement in response to recent violent acts throughout the nation

November 21, 2022
Dear Ãļ§Ö±²¥ Community,
 
Many of us have watched with deep concern a series of acts of senseless violence in recent weeks, many of which involve other college communities such as Idaho and Virginia, some that involve LGBTQIA+ communities, and even the shooting incident this past weekend in our own city of Saratoga Springs.
 
I write today to share my sadness and condemnation of such violence, andalsoto clearly state that our community’s safety and well-being are the College’s utmost priority. We remain dedicated to fostering a safe community of inclusivity and trust at Ãļ§Ö±²¥. Compassion, care, hope, and peace are our defining principles.
 
Ifyou are grieving, or feeling anxious or concerned, your Ãļ§Ö±²¥ community is here to support you. We are a community that takes care of one another and spreads kindness and compassion, and there is no place for any form of hate or violence at Ãļ§Ö±²¥.
 
Students who wish to reach out for support services may reach out to the Ãļ§Ö±²¥ Counseling Center at any time. Faculty and staff seeking support may call the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at 518-793-9768 or 1-800-734-6072.
 
In this upcoming week, when we celebrate a spirit of giving thanks, I truly hope that you have a restful break, finding time to recharge and reflect on the value of a loving community. Know that even in the most trying of times, your Ãļ§Ö±²¥ community will be here to support you.
 
Sincerely,
 
Marc Conner
President