The Sage Community

Learning happens everywhere. The Office of Student Life provides programs, services and opportunities for you to get involved in activities outside the classroom — from working on The Rev, our literary magazine, to playing varsity sports or intramural ultimate frisbee.

We’re involved in many aspects of your college life: housing and dining, exercising and competing, clubs and organizations, leadership and teamwork, activities and events and campus traditions. In other words, we complete your college experience.

STUDENT LIFE

The Morning Spin

College Myths, Making Friends and Life at Sage

What’s college really like? Russell Sage College students Summer and Victoria join Upstate Living for the Morning Spin, sharing advice on busting college myths, making new friends and getting involved in campus events. From stepping outside your comfort zone to connecting with people beyond your major, discover their tips for making the most of the college experience, with a special appearance by Sage’s own gator mascot, Chompers!

News

November 04, 2026

Five From Arthur O. Eve HEOP at Russell Sage Lead Session at Statewide Workshop

Leaders and academic counselors from Russell Sage College’s Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) shared their expertise at New York State’s Opportunity Program Fall Training Conference hosted at Hamilton College, October 15 and 16, 2026. Executive Director Jermaine Privott, Associate Director Tasha Pringle, and Academic Success Counselors Darlene Tiburcio, Deanna Cooper, and Alex […]
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October 30, 2026

Russell Sage Receives Campus Prevention Network’s Seal of Prevention™ for the Seventh Consecutive Year 

Seal of Prevention Recognizes Programming That Supports Wellness and Safety Russell Sage College has received the 2026 Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention. Presented by Vector Solutions, the recognition honors institutions that effectively use Vector Solutions’ online courses to deliver education on sexual violence prevention, mental health, and substance misuse. “Digital education gives us a […]
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October 28, 2026

Club Spotlight: Gator Productions Brings Theatre Opportunities to All at Russell Sage College

Gator Productions, one of Russell Sage College’s newest clubs, may have been founded by five Musical Theatre majors, but its leaders are intent on including students from any discipline in the fun. Founding president Emma Davis ’29 said she knew there was a community of students at Russell Sage who had chosen other academic paths, […]
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NCAA Division III Athletics Teams

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Student clubs, organizations, and intramural teams

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Great Campuses Albany and Troy

We Want to Know You

Our Student Life staff from the Dean of Students’ Office will get to know you individually, uncovering strengths you didn’t know you had and connecting you with resources to help you succeed.

Equity and Inclusion

Russell Sage College is an inclusive community that takes proactive measures to ensure that all feel welcomed, accepted, valued and safe.

BE YOURSELF

Student Wellness

The goal of the Wellness Center is to assist you in optimizing your physical and mental wellness through direct treatment and prevention.

STAY WELL

Residence Life

Our residence halls are active living/learning centers that complement the academic programs of Russell Sage College. We help create a college community you can call home.

LIVE ON CAMPUS

Career Planning

The Office of Career Planning offers the tools to shape meaningful internship and employment experiences, helping you discover your passions and achieve your goals.

REACH YOUR GOALS

Year in Review

Student Life 2025 – 2026

  • Highlights of the Year
  • 2025 – 2026 Goals & Outcomes
  • 2026 – 2027 Goals
  • What Students Are Saying
  • We Heard You
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Student Handbook and Code of Conduct

Download the Russell Sage College Handbook for detailed information about on-campus organizations and events, policies and procedures and services available to students.

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“The best part about events and activities [at Russell Sage College] is that they are student-driven.”

Gabrielle Vaisey ’19

Athletics

Athletics are an important part of the college experience for many students — both on the field and in the stands. Our Athletics Department now hosts 21 varsity teams, including men’s and women’s basketball, soccer and tennis. We compete in the NCAA Division III Empire 8 Conference.

GO GATORS

#RussellSage

Our community extends from Albany and Troy throughout the world — wherever you are, you’re never too far from Russell Sage.

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Student Life Office, Troy Campus

McClellan Student Center
McKinstry Hall, 1st Floor
518-244-2207
deanofstudents@sage.edu

Trish Cellemme
Trish Cellemme
Vice President for Student Life
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Student Life Office, Albany Campus

Kahl Campus Center, Room 205
518-292-1753
deanofstudents@sage.edu