Office of Cultural Enrichment and Diversity

Albany Campus: Kahl CC, Lower Level, 292-7747

The Office of Cultural Enrichment and Diversity enhances The Sage Colleges experience through its commitment to fostering an awareness of cultural diversity. A fundamental principle guiding the Offices activities is that when students, faculty, administrators and staff are empowered to participate in ongoing diversity efforts, perceptions are explored, stereotypes are challenged and collaborative efforts are encouraged. In our increasingly global and interdependent world, sensitivity to cultural differences and an understanding of the value and importance of multicultural perspectives are fostered in various ways at The Sage Colleges.

Cultural Enrichment and Diversity provides an array of services and programs designed to engage all members of the Sage community in campus life through collaborative efforts with student organizations and student government. Working with the Office of Student Activities, Career Services and Residence Life, the Office oversees a variety of cultural programming including, but not limited to cultural heritage months, diversity workshops, International Food Festival, and sponsored activities and trips. In addition, The Office of Cultural Enrichment and Diversity plays a role in building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, agencies and schools.

Residence Life

Albany Campus: Residence Hall, 292-7711

Residence Life on the Albany campus is dedicated to fostering community and creating an additional learning environment outside the classroom. In this atmosphere, resident students have the opportunity to explore their potential and develop an attitude of personal responsibility for their own actions. By participating in stimulating programs and through interactions with other residents with diverse backgrounds and values, each student has an opportunity to explore new areas of intellectual thought and personal growth. These living and learning centers are supported by trained paraprofessional student staff and experienced administrators to encourage students to practice life-skills such as decision-making, leadership, conflict resolution and team work.

Albany Campus Residence Hall

The residence hall provides housing for students who are in good academic standing. The small size of this hall encourages a strong sense of community and incorporates the educational mission of SCA in its programs. This coed hall helps students develop and utilize leadership qualities as well as enhance life-long learning skills which support their academic, social and personal growth.

University Heights Association (UHA)

The apartment style housing allows upperclassman students to reside in two or four bedroom units, each with their own kitchen and living rooms along with private baths. A Resident Assistant also resides in the apartment complex and provides guidance and leadership to upperclassman students.

More information on UHA Housing can be found on the University Heights Association College Suites website: www.uhcollegesuites.com

Public Safety

Albany: Kahl Campus Center, 2nd Floor, 292-3177

Troy: John Paine Building, 1st Floor, 244-3177

(non-emergency: 244-4741)

Emergency blue light telephones are located throughout the campuses. In the event of an emergency, students are able to immediately contact Public Safety using any one of these telephones. All public safety officers on both campuses have been trained and certified by the Bureau for Municipal Police and the New York Department of State as police officers or certified security officers. They have been licensed by the New York Department of State. All Sage public safety officers are uniformed in blue pants and blue shirts. Only registered students, employees of the College, or other persons authorized by the College are entitled to admission to and use of college facilities. The College has the right to require identification of any person entering or leaving a building. Students are advised to keep all personal possessions, especially backpacks, handbags, and wallets under close observation.