CULTURAL EDITION

Around U:

2018–2019

Dear Faculty, Students, Administrators, & Staff:This guide is coordinated and provided by the Union Coalition for Inclusiveness and Diversity (UCID). It provides a listing of individuals, offices, organizations, support services and local resources that help to foster a welcoming and multicultural environment. We hope that this guide will meet the diverse needs of our community and foster communication and collaboration among all students, faculty, administrators, staff, and the community at large.

We are dedicated to enhancing your experience in our community and strive to give you opportunities to explore various cultural settings. Please feel free to add your favorites to the list by contacting Jason Benitez, Associate Dean of Diversity and Inclusion and Director of Multicultural Affairs at 518-388-6030 or email to benitezj@union.edu

Cordially,

Gretchel HathawayChief Diversity Officer Co-Chair, UCIDOffice of the President

Jennifer FredricksDean of Academic Departments and Programs Co-Chair, UCID

Campus Resources........................................................................................................... 6–7

Student Organizations...................................................................................................... 8–9

Historically Underrepresented Greek Organizations .....................................................10

Local Cultural Resources

Restaurants & Grocery .......................................................................................... 12–18

Barbershops & Beauty Salons .....................................................................................19

Yoga Studios ................................................................................................................20

Gyms ...........................................................................................................................21

Entertainment and Culture ................................................................................... 22–23

Theaters ......................................................................................................................24

Places of Worship ................................................................................................. 25–26

Community-based Organizations ......................................................................... 27–28

Transportation .............................................................................................................29

Shopping .....................................................................................................................30

Child Care/Preschool/Aftercare ....................................................................................31

LGBTQ+/Diversity/Inclusion ......................................................................................... 32–33

Not Enough? ........................................................................................................................35

Contents

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Campus Resourceshttp://www.union.edu

Accommodative Services Reamer Campus Center #303(518) 388-8785http://www.union.edu/offices/accommodative-services/

Arts Atrium Gallery Visual Arts Department (518) 388-6714 http://www.union.edu/academic_depts/visual_arts/

Becker Career CenterBecker Hall (518) 388-6176http://www.union.edu/offices/career/

Campus Diversity & InclusionOffice of the President Feigenbaum Hall (518) 388-8327http://www.union.edu/offices/diversity/

Campus SafetyCollege Park Hall – Front Lobby Emergency: 911Non-Emergency: (518) 388-6911Escort Service: (518) 388-6386 Trolly Dispatch: (518) 248-5111 http://www.union.edu/offices/safety/

Counseling Center Eppler-Wolff Health and Counseling Center(518) 388-6161http://www.union.edu/offices/counseling/

Dean of Students Office Reamer Campus Center #306 (518) 388-6116 or 6061http://www.union.edu/offices/dean

Disability ServicesReamer #303(518)-388-8785http://union.edu/offices/accomodative-services/

Financial Aid Office Grant Hall 3rd Floor (518) 388-6123http://www.union.edu/admissions/finaid/contact/

Health Services Wicker Wellness Center (518) 388-6120http://www.union.edu/offices/health/

International Advising Office Reamer Campus Center #303 (518)388-8785http://www.union.edu/offices/international-advising/

International Programs/Mini Terms Abroad/Exchange ProgramsOld Chapel 3rd floor (518) 388-6002http://www.union.edu/offices/international/

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Kenney Community CenterVolunteer and Community Outreach Center Corner of Park Place and Nott Street (518) 388-6609http://www.union.edu/offices/kenney/

Language CenterSchaffer Library 222(518) 388-8363https://muse.union.edu/mll/language-center

Mandeville GalleryNott MemorialGallery Offices (518) 388-6729 (518) 388-6618http://muse.union.edu/mandeville/

Multicultural Affairs Reamer Campus Center #304 Strauss Unity Center #305(518) 388-6030http://www.union.edu/offices/multicultural/

National Fellowships Schaffer 203(518) 388-6643https://muse.union.edu/fellowships/

Religious and Spiritual LifeReamer Campus Center 203 (518) 388-6618http://www.union.edu/offices/religious-spiritual/

Residential Life Reamer Campus Center #409 (518) 388-6117Email: housing@union.edu http://www.union.edu/offices/residential-life/

Student ActivitiesReamer Campus Center #404 (518) 388-6118http://www.union.edu/offices/student-activities/

Taylor Music CenterUnion College Concert Series For tickets (518) 388-6080 http://www.union.edu/arts/music/

UNITASTo support people and programs that foster community and diversityReamer Campus Center #304(518) 388-6030https://www.union.edu/multicultural-affairs/unitas

Writing Center Schaffer Library Rooms 226 & 227 (518) 388-6058 (tutors)(518) 388-6680 (director) https://muse.union.edu/writing-programs/make-an-appointment/

Yulman Theatre Theater Office (518) 388-6475 http://www.union.edu/academic_depts/theater_dance/past_productions/

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Multicultural Student Clubs & Organizations

African Dance Club (ADC)

African Student Association (ASA)

American Mock World Health Organization (AMWHO)

Anime Club

Arabian Culture Club

Asian Student Union (ASU)

Association of American University Women (AAUW)

Association of Women in Mathematics (AWM)

AUM Hindu Organization

Bhangra Union

Black Student Union (BSU)

Campus Action

Campus Protestant Ministry (CPM)

Caribbean Student Association (CaribSA)

Catholic Student Association (CSA)

Chabad

Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)

Dance Team

French Club

German Club

Heavenly Voices Gospel Choir

Hip Hop Club

Hillel

In-Unison Step Club

Interfaith Union

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contactIntervarsity Christian Fellowship (IVCF)

Latin American Student Organization (LASO)

Muslim Students Association (MSA)

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

Russian and East European Culture Club (REECC)

Shakti Club

Society of Women Engineers (SWE)

Spanish Club

Union Pride LGBTQ+

Terra Dance Company (East Asian dance)

Union College Activist Network (UCAN)

Women’s Union

World Around U

Club leadership changes on an annual basis. Be sure to contact Student Activities for updated information, x6118.

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Historically Underrepresented Greek Organizations

contact

Alpha Phi Alpha

Phi Iota Alpha

Omega Phi Beta

((Lambda Pi Chi))

((Sigma Gamma Rho))

((Iota Phi Theta))

Student leadership changes on an annual basis. Be sure to check for updated contact information: Contact Fraternity and Sorority Life, x8777

Local Cultural Resources

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Aashiana (Indian/Pakastani)31 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12210(518) 463-4161

Afghan Kabab Express(Afghani)305 Central Ave #2, Albany, NY 12206(518) 487-4159

Ala Shanghai Chinese Cuisine(Chinese)468 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 783-8188

Ali Babab(Mediterranean)2243 15th St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 273-1170

Ama Cocina(Mexican)4 Sheridan Ave, Albany, NY 12207(518) 776-4550

Arthur’s Food Market*(Comfort)35 N. Ferry St. Schenectady, NY 12303(518) 372-4141

Asian Food Market(Asian)91 Colvin Ave. Albany, NY (518)(518) 458-8166

Restaurants & Grocery

Asian Supermarket(Asian)1245 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205(518) 438-8886

Athos Restaurant(Greek)1814 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203(518) 608-6400

Avon Meatland*(Comfort)1631 Van Vranken AvenueSchenectady, NY 12308 (518)-374-3197

Brandywine Gyro House Pizza*(Mediterranean)881 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307(518)-370-1700

Casa Dominicana Restaurant(Dominican)260 Central Ave, Albany, NY (518) 427-1290

Cardona’s Market(Italian)340 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209(518) 434-4838

Carmen’s Cafe (Cuban)198 1st St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 326-2064

*Located within five miles of Union College

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Capital Q Smokehouse(Comfort)329 Ontario St, Albany, NY 12208(518) 438-7675

Celadon(Thai)461 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 389-6190

Chopstick Bistro*(Chinese)11 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 280-7813

Dnipro Euro Deli (Eastern European) 898 Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110 (518) 218-9271

Duniya Supermarket and Grill(Indian)688 New Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 608-6010

El Charro(Mexican)952 Troy Schenectady Rd.Latham, NY 12110(518) 608-5842

El Loco Mexican Cafe(Mexican)465 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12210(518) 436-1855

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant(Mexican)289 Hamilton Street, #291, Albany, NY, 12210(518)-438-8886

Euro Deli and Market(Polish)231 Wade Rd Extension, Latham, NY 12110(518) 785-0103

Fabio Grocery* (Grocery)859 Albany St. Schenectady, NY 12303(518) 372-9348

Farmer’s Markets*Schenectady Green MarketTroy Waterfront Farmer’s MarketDelmar Farmer’s MarketSaratoga Springs Farmer’s Market

First Choice Caribbean(Jamaican)451 Fulton St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 272-4544

Flores Family Restaurant*(Latin American/Peruvian)1427 State St, Schenectady, NY 12304(518) 723-2281

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Garden Bistro 24(French)1207 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 456-4566

Gershon’s Deli*(Comfort)1600 Union St Schenectady, NY 12309(518) 393-0617

Homestyle Enterprises* (Italian)1720 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309 (518) 372-7270

Hong Kong Bakery and Bistro(Asian)8 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205(518) 413-6520

Hot Spot Jamaican American Cuisine(Caribbean)244 Washington Ave, Albany, NY12210 (518) 426-2938

Hunan Wok* (Asian)1617 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309(518) 382-0212

I Love NY Pizza* (Italian)1705 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309(518) 346-7272

Jang Tuh Asian Grocery(Asian)724 New Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 783-7944

Jasmine Thai*(Thai)2717 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12306(518) 346-9990

Johnny’s* (Italian)433 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 982-5657

Karavalli(Indian)9 Johnson Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518)-785-7600

K-Plate(Korean)75 4th St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 720-7514

Kismet Mediterranean Grill(Mediterranean)1116 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208(518) 599-0500

Kenneth’s Tastebud (West Indian)177 Henry Johnson Blvd, Albany, NY 12210 (518) 433-1343

Restaurants & Grocery*Located within five miles of Union College

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Kim’s Asian Market(Asian)1649 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 (518) 452-2620

Koto Japanese Steak House(Japanese)260 Wolf Rd, Latham, NY 12110 (518) 869-8888

La Empanada Llama(Peruvian)469 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209(518) 915-1887

La Grande Meat Market and Produce(Grocery)80 Morton Ave, Albany, NY (518) 462-3976

La Mexicana*(Mexican)1759 State St, Schenectady, NY 12304(518) 346-1700

Maharaja Indian Restaurant(Indian)10 Wolf Rd, Colonie, NY 12205(518) 599-0571

Mamoun’s Restaurant(Middle Eastern)206 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210(518) 434-3901

Manhattan Exchange* (Comfort)607 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 374-5930)

Maria’s Cafe & Catering*(Italian)412 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 280-6902 Mari’s Japanese Cuisine*(Japanese)2049 Van Vranken Ave, Schenectady,NY 12308(518) 381-4881

Memphis King*(Comfort/Southern)1902 Van Vranken Ave, Schenectady, NY 12308(518) 372-5464

The Merry Monk(Belgian)90 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207(518) 584-6665

Mizu Sushi Japanese Restaurant*(Chinese)3610 State St #6, Schenectady, NY 12304(518) 630-5555

Mr. Wasabi*(Japanese)1671 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309 (518) 388-9222

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Muza(Polish)1300 15th St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 271-6892

Namu Korean BBQ(Korean)1770 Central Ave, Albany NY 12205(518) 591-0800 Nico’s Pizzeria* (Italian)441 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 372-6024

Nora’s Grocery(Middle Eastern)143 Troy Schenectady Rd Watervliet, NY 12189(518) 274-9393

Oaxaquena Triqui(Mexican)77 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206(518) 465-0080

Oh Corn! Arepas and More(Venezuelan)1505 U.S. 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065(518) 579-0858

Tha Phoenicians(Lebanese)71 Fuller Rd, Albany, NY 12205(518) 464-4444

Parivar Spices and Food(Indian)1275 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205(518) 512-5118

Persian Bite*(Persian)703 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 393-0693

Pho Queen*(Thai)602 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 579-0466

Pho Yum(Vietnamese)1558 Central Ave, Colonie, NY 1220518-869-9866

Rolf’s Pork Store (Comfort)70 Lexington Ave, Albany, NY (518) 463-0185

Roy’s Caribbean Restaurant & Grocery(Caribbean)185 Henry Johnson Blvd, Albany, NY 12210(518) 433-1343

San Fransisco Restaurant*(Comfort)872 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307 (518) 382-5962

Restaurants & Grocery*Located within five miles of Union College

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Seoul Korean Restaurant(Korean)952 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 782-9609

Shalimar(Indian)952 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 963-5610

Smokey Bones Bbq & Grill(Comfort)1557 Central Ave Colonie, NY 12205(518) 464-9971

Spicy Mint (Indian)145 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205(518) 407-5999

Sunhee’s Farm and Kitchen(Korean)95-97 Ferry St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 272-3413

Sushi Tei(Japanese)1800 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203(518) 218-0388

Sri Siam Thai Latham(Thai)728 New Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 915-1655

Taiwan Noodle(Taiwanese)218 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206(518) 436-1328

Tanpopo Ramen and Sake Bar(Chinese)893 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207(518) 451-9868

Taj Mahal*(Indian)142 Clinton St, Schenectady, NY, 12305(518) 370-3664

Tara Kitchen*(Moroccan) 431 Liberty St. Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 708-3485

Thai Thai Bistro*(Thai)2309 Nott St E #307, Niskayuna, NY 12309(518) 372-1111

Wolff’s Biergarten*(German/Bar)165 Erie Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 631-9517

Ya Ya’s House Southern Cuisine*(Comfort)135 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 382-9292

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Andrea Martiza’s Beauty Salon527 Nott St, Schenectady, NY 12308(518) 374-3215

Cuts and Blends789 State St, Schenectady, NY 12308Ask for Fred at (581) 378-0278

Ecco Salon133 Wall St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 346-4622

High Profile Barber Shop 402 Hamilton St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 395-3332

Mr. Marcs Barber & Beauty Shop 975 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307 (518) 370-5411

Schenectady Barber Shop1635 Van Vranken Ave, Schenectady, NY 12308(518) 388-9232

Barber Shops & Beauty Salons

Self Expressions Hair Designs239 E Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303 (518) 356-2463

Top Notch Barber Shop447 McClellan St, Schenectady, NY 12304(518) 860-7158

Visage557 Nott St, Schenectady, NY 12308(518) 374-0351Wedgeway277 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 377-1515

Yacine African Hair Braiding910 Crane St, Schenectady, NY (518)-372-0325

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Studio 4151 Lafayette St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 280-9139www.studio4hotyoga.com

Yoga Bliss and the Blvd140 Erie Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 894-7086http://yogablissblvd.com/

Linanda Yoga585 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302www.lilanandayoga.com

Yoga Studios

Yoga Lily1 Barney Rd, Ste 222Clifton Park, NY 12065www.theyogalily.com

Hot Yoga Power Yoga of New York3333 Consaul Rd, Schenectady, NY 12304www.poweryoganewyork.com

The Hotyoga spotLocations in Albany, Binghamton, Clifton Park, East Greenbush, Latham and Saratoga Springswww.thehotyogaspot.com

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Gyms

Anytime Fitness579 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110(518) 608-6226

Vent FitnessLocations in Schenectady, Niskayuna, Clifton Park, Latham, Guilderlandwww.ventfitness.com

Planet Fitness1116 Altamont Ave, Rotterdam, NY 12303(518) 355-0023www.planetfitness.com/gyms/rotterdam-ny

Orange Theory Fitness3333 Consaul Rd, Schenectady, NY 12304 (518) 930-0283https://www.orangetheoryfitness.com/

Cross Fit296 Morris Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303(518) 374-5968http://crossfitschenectady.com/

Capital YMCA Schenectady Branch 433 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 881-0117http://cdymca.org/

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Entertainment and Culture

Albany Institute of Art and History125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY, 12210 (518) 463-4478http://www.albanyinstitute.org/

Caffe Lena(Folk Music/Coffee House)47 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866(518) 583-0022

Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany111 N. Pearl Street, Albany, NY 122072(518) 445-SHOWhttp://www.capitalrep.org/

Comedy Works388 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866(518) 275-6897www.thecomedyworks.com

The Clark (Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute)225 South St, Williamstown, MA 01267(413) 458-2303www.clarkart.edu/

The Hyde Collection161 Warren Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 (518) 792-1761https://hydecollection.org/info@hydecollection.org

MASS MOCA1040 Mass MoCA Way, North Adams, MA 01247(413) 662-2111www.massmoca.org INFO@MASSMoCA.ORG

Moon & River Cafe115 S. Ferry St, Schenectady, NY (518) 382-1938

Mopco10 N Jay St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 577-6726

NY State Museum222 Madison Ave, Cultural Education Center of the Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12230(518) 474-5877http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/information/general/

NY State Theatre Institute in Troy (on Russell Sage campus)Schacht Fine Arts Ctr., Russell Sage College, 37 1st St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 274-3256 http://www.theatre.sage.edunysti.org/ Parish Public House388 Broadway, Albany, NY, 12207(518) 465-0444

Proctors Theatre Schenectady432 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 382-1083www.proctors.org

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Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)108 Avenue of The Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866Box Office: (518) 587-3330

Schenectady Light Opera Co.427 Franklin St, Schenectady, NY 12305(877) 350-7378

Schenectady Civic Playhouse2 South Church St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 382-2081

Tang Museum at Skidmore College815 North Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866Phone: 518-580-8080 http://tang.skidmore.edu/

The Center for Photography at Woodstock59 Tinker St, Woodstock NY 12498 (845) 679-9957 http://www.cpw.org/index.html

The EggThe Egg Main OfficeEmpire State Plaza, Albany, NY 122031 (518) 473-1061http://www.theegg.org/

The Linda Performing Arts Studio [WMAC]339 Central Ave, Albany, NY (518) 465-5233 http://www.thelindawamcarts.org/

The Photo Center404 River St, Troy, NY 12180-2821(518) 273-0100http://www.photocentertroy.org/index.html

Troy Savings Bank Music Hall30 2ndSecond St, Troy, NY 12180 (518) 273-0038 https://www.troymusichall.org/home.asp

Wolff’s Biergarten2 King St, Troy, NY 12180(518) 244 5215

165 Erie Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 631-9517

895 Broadway Albany, NY (518) 427-2461www.wolffsbiergarten.com/

Valentine’s Rock17 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 122087(518) 432-6572

Yours Jazz Nightclub 145 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 370-9865

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(discount movie tickets for Regal and Bowtie Cinemas available in Student Activities)

Bowtie Cinemas LLC*400 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 372-7500

Crossgates Stadium 18 (Crossgates Mall) 120 Washington Ave, Ext # B Albany, NY 12203 (518) 456-0775

Loews Theatre (Rotterdam Mall)2 W Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306 (518) 374-2403 Palace Theatre19 Clinton Ave, Albany NY 12207 (518) 465-3334 www.palacealbany.com Proctors Theatre Schenectady*432 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 382-1083www.proctors.org

Regal Cinema Colonie(Colonie Center Mall)1417 Central Ave, Albany, NY(518) 489-8505

Theaters

Rotterdam Square CinemaVia Port Rotterdam93 W Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306 (518) 374-2403

Scotia Cinema 117 Mohawk Ave, Scotia, NY 12302 (518) 346-5055

Spectrum Theatre290 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209(518) 449-899

*Located within five miles of Union College

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Albany Karma Thegsum Chöling (KTC)(Buddhist)Doane Stuart School199 Washington Avenue Rensselaer, NY 12144(518) 872-1629

Congregation Agudat Achim(Conservative) 2117 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309 (518) 393-9211

Congregation Beth Israel(Orthodox) 2195 Eastern Pkwy, Schenectady, NY 12309 (518) 377-3700

Congregation Temple Gates of Heaven(Reformed) 852 Ashmore Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309 (518) 374-8173

Duryee Memorial AME Zion Church308 Hulett St, Schenectady, NY 12307 (518) 370-0571

Eastern Parkway Methodist942 Palmer Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309 (518) 374-4306

Emmanuel Friedens Baptist and Congregational Church218 Nott Terrace, Schenectady NY, 12305 (518) 374-6241

Faith United Methodist Church811 N. Brandywine Ave, Schenectady, NY(518) 393-2520 Friendship Baptist Church409 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 374-8679

First Presbyterian Church115 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 374-4546 First Reformed Church of Schenectady8 North Church St, Schenectady, NY, 12305(518) 377-2201

First Reformed Church of Scotia 224 N Ballston Ave, Scotia, NY 12302(518) 370-4751

First United Methodist Church*603 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 374-4403

Hindu Temple Society450 Albany Shaker Rd, Loudonville NY (518) 459-7272

Islamic Center21 Lansing Rd, Schenectady, NY 12304 (518) 370-2664 http://www.iccdny.org

Messiah Lutheran Church 2850 Guilderland Ave, Schenectady 12306 (518) 355-2311

Places of Worship*Located within five miles of Union College

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Mont Pleasant Baptist Church of Schenectady1073 Howard St Schenectady, NY 12303 (518) 372-0941

Niskayuna Reformed Church3041 Troy Schenectady Rd.Niskayuna, NY, 12309(518) 785-5575

New Bethel Church of God in Christ2020 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12306Email: Eteague@pdp.albany.edu

Saint Adalbert Catholic Church550 Lansing St, Schenectady, NY 12303(518) 346-4204

Saint Anthony’s Church331 Seward Pl, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 374-4591Service in Spanish Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Saint John the Evangelist R C Church816 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 372-3381

Saint George’s Episcopal Church 30 N Ferry St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 374-3163

Saint George Orthodox (Greek)107 Clinton St, Schenectady, 12308(518) 393-0742

Saint Kateri Tekowitha Parish1803 Union St. and 2216 Rosa Rd, Schenectady, NY 12309(518) 370-3136

Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1229 Baker Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309(518) 346-6241

Schenectady Friends Meeting (Quaker) 930 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307 (518) 374-2166

Shambhala Meditation Center of Albany747 Madison Ave, Suite 202 Albany, NY 12208(518) 632-1921

Trinity Reformed Church705 Curry Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306(518) 355-4032

Trinity Presbyterian Church 185 Swaggertown Rd, Scotia, NY 12302(518) 399-8782

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady*1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY 12308 (518) 374-4446

Newtonville United Methodist Church Route 9 and Maxwell RdNewtonville, NY 12128 (518) 783-9193

Places of Worship*Located within five miles of Union College

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Bethesda House of Schenectady, Inc.418 Liberty St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 374-7873

Boys Scouts of America Twin Rivers Council Service Center253 Washington Ave Ext, Albany, NY 12305(518) 869-6436

City Mission of Schenectady425 Hamilton St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 346-2275

CREATE Community Art Studio137 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 348-9290

Girls Inc.962 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307 (518) 374-9800 www.girlsinc.org

Guru Nanak Darbar of Albany1944 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309(518) 374-0313

Community-based Organizations

Planned Parenthood1040 State St, Schenectady, NY 12307 (518)374-5353

Pride Center of the Capital Region332 Hudson Ave, Albany, NY https://www.capitalpridecenter.org/

Saint Luke’s Catholic Church Outreach1243 State St, Schenectady, NY 12304 (518) 347-0871

United Way of Schenectady County, Inc.650 Franklin St, Suite 102 Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 372-4761Info@uwschdy.org

YMCA433 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 881-0117

YWCA44 Washington Ave, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 381-1375

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Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York8 Mountain View Ave, Albany, NY 12205(518) 489-8110

Hamilton Hill Arts & Craft409 Schenectady St, Schenectady, NY 12307(518) 346-1262

Jack & Jill of America, Inc. Greater Albany Chapter www.jack-and-jill.org

Muslim Community Center 21 Lansing Rd N, Schenectady, NY 12304(518) 370-2664

One Hundred Black Men of Albany388 Clinton Ave, Albany, NY 12206

Community-based Organizations

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Albany Bus Co.www.albanybus.com

Albany International Airport 737 Albany-Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12211 (518) 242-2200 http://www.albanyairport.com/

Amtrak Station (Schenectady)332 Erie Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12305 1-(800)-USA-RAIL

(Albany/Rensselaer)525 East St, Rensselaer, NY 12144

Blue & White Taxi54 Freeman’s Bridge Rd, Scotia, NY 12302 (518) 370-0300

Capital District Transportation Authority (518) 482-8822

Transportation

Capital Land Taxi1884 State St, Schenectady, NY 12304 (518) 372-7777

Dragon Bushttp://www.ebusticket.com/

Greyhound Bus Station (Schenectady)22 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 346-6113

(Albany)34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207 (518) 436-9651

Mega Bushttp://www.megabus.com/

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Brooklyn Finest Clothing Store83 5th Ave, Troy, NY 12180(518) 237-3800

Crossgates Mall1 Crossgates Mall Rd, Albany, NY 12203

Colonie Center MallWolf Rd & Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205

Clifton Park Center22 Clifton Country RdClifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 371-7010

Fashions of India93 W. Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306 (518) 370-7114

Mohawk Commons402 Balltown Rd, Schenectady, NY (716) 886-0211

Shopping

NY Gear Incorporated167 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206(518) 432-7444

Rainbow 911 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206(518) 435-0839

Rotterdam Square Mall93 W. Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306(518) 374-3713

Sally Beauty Supply 1454 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303 (518) 355-8381

Ten Thousand Villages Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany, NY 12203

Street Gear485 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209

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JCC Schenectady 2565 Balltown Rd, Schenectady, 12309(518) 377-8803http://www.schenectadyjcc.org/early-childhood/childcare/Infants and toddlers, Preschool program (3 and 4 years old), afterschool programs

Little Ones Nursery and Day Care1184 Rugby Rd, Schenectady, NY 12308(518) 346-4574Info@LittleOnesNurseryAndDaycare.comChild care for infants and toddlers, Preschool program ages 3–5

Olde Schoolhouse Day Care491 Saratoga Rd, Schenectady, NY, 12302(518) 399-5850Infants, toddlers, preschool, Pre-K, before and after-care

Little Ones Too: Nursery and Montesorri School1098 Parkwood Blvd Schenectady, NY, 12308(518) 346-5294info@LittleOnesToo.com

Our World Montesorri1355 Balltown Rd, Niskayuana, NY, 1230Toddler program, age 18 months–3 years of age; preschool ages 3–6(518) 347-2060owmontessori@gmail.com

Child Care/Preschool/ Aftercare

Niskayuana Kindercare1440 Balltown Rd, Niskayuna, NY 12309(518) 344-5340Infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and school-age afterschool programs (6 weeks to 12 years of age)

Kinderpark Childcare5 Barcelona Dr, Clifton Park, NY, 12605(518) 371-151918 months to 7 years

Childtime of Clifton Park865 Route 146, Clifton Park, NY, 12605(888) 258-9037Infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, before and after-care, summer camp

North Country Academy(518) 746-7133Locations in Albany/Latham, Ballston Spa, Clifton Park, Delmar, Malta, Saratoga Springs. Infant (6 weeks to 18 months), Toddler (18 months to 3 years), Preschool (3–4 years), Pre-K (4–5 years), After-school programs

Childtime of Albany28 Vly Rd, Albany, NY, 12205(888) 258-9037Infant, toddlers, preschool, Pre-K

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The mission of the Union College Committee on LGBTQ+ Affairs will be to facilitate the development of a campus community that is equitable and inclusive of all sexual orientations and gender identities. The committee will promote visibility, education, and will advocate for equity and equality for LGBTQ+ issues. In addition to education and advocacy, the committee will also engage in assessment and activism where appropriate. The committee will monitor the campus climate for students, faculty, administrators, and staff who identify as LGBTQ+; will review the policies and programs that might affect our LGBTQ+ community; and will advise and assist the college’s senior leadership on addressing these unique needs and concerns.

The Committee on LGBTQ+ Affairs was established in 2014 under the authority of the Office of the President.

It’s the mission of the Union College Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ) Ally Program to provide assistance to LGBTQ students and employees and to increase the visibility of faculty, administrator and staff allies. Its goal is to create a supportive environment that confronts hetero-sexism and homophobia and improves acceptance and tolerance throughout the Union campus.

Union College Committee on LGBTQ+ Affairs and Ally Program

https://www.union.edu/offices/residential-life/lgbtq/ https://www.union.edu/multicultural-affairs/unitas

https://muse.union.edu/lgbtq/

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https://www.union.edu/multicultural-affairs/unitas

As a coalition of faculty, we will work together with the shared understanding that inclusiveness, equality, and tolerance of differences are all essential for a productive and respectful learning environment. To achieve this form of community, we actively promote: Dialogues across Differences, greater representation of historically underrepresented groups on campus, and the development of global citizenship.

Contact Chief Diversity Officer: (518) 388-8327Contact Dean of Academic Departments: (518) 388-6233

UNITAS

UNITAS fosters community and diversity at Union by supporting groups and individuals who create events and educational opportunities that foster both. Students, staff, administrators, and faculty who have new ideas about how to increase and celebrate diversity and promotion of community at Union may apply for a UNITAS grant to make their idea become a reality. Membership is open to all members of the Union community.

Union Coalition for Inclusiveness & Diversity (UCID)

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Albany Lifehttp://www.downtownalbany.org

All Over Albanyhttp://www.alloveralbany.com

Capital Regional Chamber of Commercehttp://www.ac-chamber.org

Centro Civico Hispanoamericano, Inc. Albany(518) 465-1145

Centro Civico of Amsterdam, Inc.(518) 842-3762http://www.centrocivico.org/en

Events in Albany http://albany2go.com/Jamz 96.3 http://www.jamz963.com

Islamic Centerhttp://www.iccdny.org

Not Enough?

Movieshttp://www.fandango.com/

Union College Bookstorehttp://bookstore.union.edu/

Say Schenectady http://www.sayschenectady.org/

Schenectady Chamber of Commercehttp://www.schenectadychamber.net/ index.php

Stockadehttp://www.historicstockade.com/

TheAltthealt.com/