Meet our NaviGators

Message from the Student Success Team

Welcome! We are thrilled that you have joined the Russell Sage College community. Here at Russell Sage, community is not a term or responsibility we take lightly – it makes us different and makes the RSC experience like no other.

When we ask our students what they like best about Sage, a common theme emerges. They speak of a close-knit community where students feel cared about and supported. That level of connection only comes from people who are genuinely invested in the success and happiness of others.

Russell Sage College is defined by the expectation that we all treat one another with respect and understanding, knowing that this provides an opportunity to learn and grow as a community. In fact, the guiding principles of Student Centered Service at Sage are Respect, Clarity and Empowerment. As members of the Student Success Team, that is our pledge to you. When mutual respect is shared, clear information is delivered and a supportive environment is created, you can achieve amazing things. At Sage, students are connected with a student success coach, along with a team of offices and support services; there is always someone who has your back.

We can’t wait to see the things you will do at Sage!

The Student Success Team

Meet our NaviGators!

The beginning of your Russell Sage experience will be guided by student NaviGators, who are returning students committed to helping new students make a smooth transition into life at Sage.

Your NaviGators work at our summer Ready and fall Set orientation and welcome week. NaviGators will offer guidance and support in many capacities through the fall semester. All of our student leaders will be available to answer your questions, hear your concerns, and share your excitement about Russell Sage College.

Sydney Lawrence

Major: Early Childhood Education: English

Favorite spot on campus: Buchman/Sage Park

Favorite spot off campus: Troy Farmer's Market

Sage Tip: Surround yourself with people who will motivate you to do better. You can manage a good work ethic and have fun at the same time. Don't be afraid to ask for help!

Emma Cronin

Major: Health Sciences to Occupational Therapy

Favorite spot on campus: Roy Court

Favorite spot off campus: Steps down by the river

Sage Tip: Make sure you plan out your time well.

Isabella Lewis

Major: Academic Exploration

Favorite spot on campus: Student Center

Favorite spot off campus: Prospect Park

Sage Tip: Enjoy your time and make sure to find a balance between hanging out with friends and keeping up with your work

Denique Bennett

Major: Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy

Favorite spot on campus: the commuter lounge

Favorite spot off campus: The mall or Dave and Buster's

Sage Tip: Give yourself time to adjust to a new lifestyle in college and don't be afraid to ask for help

Doug Sato

Major: Childhood Education: history, minor in psychology

Favorite spot on campus: Sage Park

Favorite spot off campus: Troy waterfront Farmer's Market

Sage Tip: Make Google calendar your best friend!

Dylan Scherillo

Major: Business Administration

Favorite spot on campus: the varsity gym or Freddie's Lounge

Favorite spot off campus: with my dogs

Sage Tip: Buy your books second-hand and always update yourself on the syllabus

Olivia Peter

Major: Nursing BSN

Favorite spot on campus: Buchman

Favorite spot off campus: Poestenkill Gorge Park

Sage Tip: Make sure to stay on top of your assignments and communicate with your teachers

Ella Dolan

Major: Health Sciences + Physical Therapy

Favorite spot on campus: Sage Park

Favorite spot off campus: Prospect Park

Sage Tip:

Sophia Pearl

Major: Health Sciences

Favorite spot on campus: Sage Park

Favorite spot off campus: The Whistling Kettle

Sage Tip: Don't be afraid to be yourself, it's the best way to make friends!

Arlene Martinez

Major: Health Nursing

Favorite spot on campus:

Favorite spot off campus: Starbuck Island

Sage Tip: Don't beat yourself up when things don't work out. You are exactly where you're supposed to be with the people you are with

Emily Calder

Major: Law & Society with minor in Business

Favorite spot on campus: the library

Favorite spot off campus: Daily Grind Cafe

Sage Tip: Don't stress, it will all work out!

Darcy O'Connell

Major: Early Childhood Education concentration in English

Favorite spot on campus: Buchman

Favorite spot off campus: Farmer's market or a coffee shop

Sage Tip: You don't need to bring all of your clothes to school, you will probably only wear half of what you bring so pack wisely!

Mena Abdelmeged

Major: Biology Pre-med

Favorite spot on campus: 3rd floor of Shea

Favorite spot off campus: Little Peck's in Troy

Sage Tip: Don't be afraid to try new things!

Mara Little

Major: Childhood Education/Life Sciences

Favorite spot on campus: Avery Garden - it's so pretty!

Favorite spot off campus: Bard and Baker!

Sage Tip: Do your work when it's assigned to you! It can be easy to fall behind and get overwhelmed. Set up a study schedule to stay on track.

Jennifer Bryan

Major: Nursing

Favorite spot on campus: Sage Park

Favorite spot off campus: Troy Farmer's Market

Sage Tip: Get involved on campus and attend as many events as possible

Jaclynn Coviello

Major: Physical Education to Health Education

Favorite spot on campus: Sage Park

Favorite spot off campus: Troy Waterfront Market

Sage Tip: Make sure to communicate often with professors to help with future endeavors, they are always a great reference for jobs!

Jordin Muniz

Major: Interior + Spatial Design

Favorite spot on campus: Freddie's Lounge

Favorite spot off campus: Washington Park

Sage Tip: Staying true to yourself provides a lot more opportunities!

Morgan Dempsey

Major: Creative Arts in Therapy

Favorite spot on campus: The Little Theater

Favorite spot off campus: Short and Stout Tea on Western Ave.

Sage Tip: Sage has some of the best people around on both campuses. Get to know as many of them as possible and never be afraid to ask for help!

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