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- Armory, Russell Sage College, Albany Campus
130 New Scotland Ave,
Albany, NY 12203 - Saturday, April 18
10 a.m. through 3 p.m.
Schedule at a Glance
- 9 a.m. – Early Bird Tours of the Albany Campus
- 10 a.m. – Welcome
- 10:30 a.m. – Student Activities and Family Panel
- 11:30 a.m. – Academic Breakout Sessions (Jump to Session Details)
Students interested in Health Sciences, Biology, Musical Theatre, Nursing, Nutrition Science, and Theatre will head over to our Troy campus to connect with faculty and tour the facilities. Don’t worry, we will provide a shuttle for you. You’ll head back to the Albany campus for lunch and more. - 12:30 – 3 p.m. – Create Your Own Schedule
Attend the Community Fair, connect with our Financial Aid Advisors, attend a Discover Sage session, participate in a residence hall or full campus tour, and enjoy lunch. You can take as little or as much time exploring during this time. - 2, 2:30, or 3 p.m. – Troy Campus Tours
Interested in visiting the Troy campus? Head over to Bush Memorial (65 1st Street, Troy, NY 12180) to participate in a full campus tour. - 2:30 p.m. – Future Educators Reception
(Troy Campus)
Education students are invited to a Future Educators Reception starting at 2:30 p.m. on the Troy campus. Connect with faculty, current students, and alumni, as well as, explore our new education facilities, including our 21st century classroom. - 2:30 p.m. – Future Artists Reception
(Albany Campus)
Visual Art students are invited to a Future Artists Reception starting at 2:30 p.m. in Opalka Gallery. Connect with alumni to learn more about their Russell Sage experience and what they are doing after graduation.
What to Expect
Academic Conversations:
Connect with faculty and current students from your program to explore hands-on learning opportunities, internships, coursework, research, and more—plus hear firsthand about the student experience.
Campus Tours:
Explore both of our beautiful campuses, including the Nursing Sim Lab, Visual and Performing Art facilities, OT/PT labs, residence halls, and athletic facilities.
Our Troy campus is like being in “The Gilded Age” with historic brownstone houses and is right in the heart of downtown with lots of restaurants, coffee shops, quirky stores, and more. Our Albany campus is in a quiet part of the city with lots of green space. It’s home to our athletics teams and our visual art facilities.
Financial Aid Conversations:
Connect with Financial Aid Advisors to review merit scholarships, the FAFSA, and more. Bring a copy of your financial aid package to review it one-on-one with a Financial Aid Advisor.
Explore Campus Life:
Attend the Community Fair to chat with offices like student life, athletics, public safety, wellness, advising, solutions, and so much more.
Academic Breakout Session Details | 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.:
During the academic sessions, students will be split up between the campuses.
Yes, that means some of you will take a field trip! Take a look at the full schedule below:
Troy Campus:
It’s important for students in the following majors to see the facilities on the Troy campus. A shuttle bus will be provided for students and their families. Don’t worry, you’ll be back to the Albany campus for Lunch and the Community Fair.
- 11:30 a.m. – Depart for the Troy Campus
- 11:50 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Academic Breakouts
- Biology, Pre-Med/Pre-Physician Assistant
- Health Science, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy
- Musical Theatre and Theatre
- Nursing
- Nutrition Science
- 12:30 – 1 p.m. – Troy Campus Tour
- 1:15 p.m. – Depart for the Albany Campus
Albany Campus:
- 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Academic Breakouts
- Business Administration and Sport & Recreation Management
- Criminal Justice, Law & Behavioral Science, Forensic Psychology, Sociology
- English, Writing, & Culture, Childhood Education, Special Education, History, and Physical Education
- Psychology
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Visual Arts: Art + Extended Media, Expressive Arts in Mental Health, Graphic + Media Design, and Interior + Spatial Design
- 12:45 – 1:15 p.m. – Discover Sage
- Enhance Your Undergraduate Student Experience
- Got Credit? Transfer to Russell Sage
- Connect with Current Students
- For our families visiting Troy, representatives from these areas will be available during the Community Fair for you to connect with.

Additional Visit Opportunities:
Learn more about study abroad, RSC Thread, service learning opportunities, and graduate school at RSC.
Join Academic Advising and our Transfer Team as they explain the transfer credit process, how to request transcripts, and other helpful next steps.
Hear directly from current Russell Sage students about life on campus. This student panel offers an inside look at academics, campus involvement, housing, and what it’s really like to be a Gator.

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