THE COUNTDOWN TO COMMENCEMENT BEGINS
Skidmore College will hold its 115th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
Dear Seniors and Guests of the Class of 2026:
Can you believe Commencement is just around the corner? Amazing how the time goes by. I am so looking forward to welcoming you and your families, on behalf of the Skidmore College community, to the College’s 115th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. We hope that when you review the schedule of events for Commencement Weekend, you will share in our anticipation and excitement. My wife, Barbara Reyes-Conner, and I are especially looking forward to your joining us for the Seniors Reception on Friday afternoon at historic Scribner House, our residence and the former home of Lucy Skidmore Scribner, the founder of our great college.
As is our tradition, Skidmore will confer honorary degrees during the Commencement ceremony upon key individuals who embody the mission and values of the school, who will be announced in the coming weeks. Each of our distinguished guests will briefly address the graduating class. Board of Trustees Chair Jon P. Achenbaum ’77 and Class of 2026 President Madison Situ will also offer brief remarks and congratulations. And it will be my honor to address the graduates in my own remarks.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with the Class of 2026, their families, and all our guests in May.
Sincerely,
Marc C. Conner
President
Check out the Commencement Week Events Schedule and Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.