Welcome to Solutions
As a student, you’ve invested in us. And we invest in you by making sure you get what you need during your time at Russell Sage College. That means making the process simple. Solutions is a one-stop House of Answers.
You don’t have to figure out where to go to address your question or concern, Solutions can help.

There are two ways to access Solutions:

Visit us in person!
Solutions desk hours:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. located on both the Albany and Troy campuses in the libraries!

Chat with Chompers, our trusted friend.
If they can’t answer your question, they will direct you to a Student Success Advocate. Give us a call at 518-244-2020 or email us at solutions@sage.edu.
If you’re having an emergency, call Public Safety: 518-244-3177
Meet your Solutions team
Favorite spot on campus: Inside of Bush Memorial with the beautiful stained glass windows
Favorite snack: Cape Cod Potato Chips
Why Solutions? I am passionate about welcoming new students to Russell Sage and supporting them as they navigate challenges throughout their college experience.
Favorite spot on campus: LaFayette Courtyard
Favorite snack: White cheddar popcorn
Why Solutions? Being able to solve students’ problems.
Favorite spot on campus: The garden behind the library/outside the Denise Taber Finard ’80 Women’s Institute
Favorite snack: Salt & Vinegar Utz Chips
Why Solutions? The People! From my colleagues to the students to our campus partners!
Favorite spot on campus: The big field in the front of the Albany Campus. I love watching the trees change with the seasons.
Favorite snack: Kettle chips
Why Solutions? Getting to know students and helping them find answers to their questions
Favorite spot on campus: Inside of Bush Memorial with the beautiful stained glass windows
Favorite snack: Cape Cod Potato Chips
Why Solutions? I am passionate about welcoming new students to Russell Sage and supporting them as they navigate challenges throughout their college experience.
Favorite spot on campus: LaFayette Courtyard
Favorite snack: White cheddar popcorn
Why Solutions? Being able to solve students’ problems.
Favorite spot on campus: The garden behind the library/outside the Denise Taber Finard ’80 Women’s Institute
Favorite snack: Salt & Vinegar Utz Chips
Why Solutions? The People! From my colleagues to the students to our campus partners!
Favorite spot on campus: The big field in the front of the Albany Campus. I love watching the trees change with the seasons.
Favorite snack: Kettle chips
Why Solutions? Getting to know students and helping them find answers to their questions
Favorite spot on campus: The French Annex Garden. I love the flowers!
Favorite snack: French Toast flavored Drizzilicious
Why Solutions? I love our team and absolutely love meeting and working with the students! It is so fun to make new connections and be a resource for them
Favorite spot on campus: McKinstry courtyard.
Favorite snack: Pomegranate seeds
Why Solutions? Helping students and watching them grow
Favorite spot on campus: The French Annex Garden. I love the flowers!
Favorite snack: French Toast flavored Drizzilicious
Why Solutions? I love our team and absolutely love meeting and working with the students! It is so fun to make new connections and be a resource for them
Favorite spot on campus: McKinstry courtyard.
Favorite snack: Pomegranate seeds
Why Solutions? Helping students and watching them grow
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Solutions: The Newsletter
Solutions: The Newsletter is your student newsletter for Russell Sage announcements and events. You’ll receive it every Sunday evening during the academic year. Have a suggestion? Please send your feedback to newsletter@sage.edu. Click below to view the latest issues in your browser.
- May 3, 2026: Grad Students: Be an RD, Alumna Wins Prestigious Literary Award
- April 26, 2026: Research Day, Summer Housing, PT Grads in Pro Sports
- April 19, 2020:Bookstore Sale, Student News, Events to Help You Unwind
- April 12, 2026: Self-Care Kits, a Spa Day, Career Events
- April 5, 2026: Student Shoutouts, Housing Lottery, Club Charters, Career Events
- March 29, 2026:Trip to Newport RI, Students in the News and Earning Major Recognition
- March 22, 2026: Hiring Orientation Leaders, Career Lunch with Albany Mayor, Stream 30,000+ Films
- March 15, 2026: Theatre Auditions, Give Blood, A Few Ways to Win Amazon Cards
- March 1, 2026: FAFSA reminder, Spring Break Prep, and Fancy Dancin‘
- February 23, 2026: Student Research at APTA Conference, Spring Break Housing, Champion Sale
- February 15, 2026: New Pilates Class, Two Trivia Events, CIRC Makes Statewide News
- February 8, 2026: Fellowships, Internships, RA Positions, Plus Valentine’s and Career Events
- February 1, 2026: Vernacular Deadline, Free Wellness Consults, Beyond BMI Study Seeks Volunteers
- January 25, 2026: T-Shirt Design Contest, Free Tax Help, Almost 100 Days Till Graduation
- January 18, 2026: Snowboarding, Artists and Writers for Student Journal, Students in the News














