Laurentian Weekend Schedule

12 – 9 p.m. | Registration 

Dolan Family Lobby, Appleton Arena

Pre-registered guests may pick up your schedules and name tags. On-site registration will be available for guests who have not yet registered and coveted Laurentian Weekend totes will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-serve basis. Cash only. 

12 – 5 p.m. | Senior Class Sign Fundraiser

Sullivan Student Center 

Purchase a SLU yard sign to show your Laurentian spirit! Two sign options will be available for purchase and all proceeds directly support the Senior Week fund for the Class of 2024.

12 – 5 p.m. | Exhibition: Environment, Health, and the Body in Traditional Paintings from Contemporary India 

Richard F. Brush Gallery, Griffiths Arts Center

12 – 5 p.m. | Alumni Executive Council Silent Auction

Sullivan Student Center 

Place your bids! Support the Alumni Executive Council’s efforts during the 2023 Silent Auction, which will include one-of-a-kind St. Lawrence memorabilia and experiences. Proceeds from bids will fund the Alumni Council’s Power of Connections Endowment. Sign Up today, review the catalog of items and be ready to bid throughout the weekend! The auction will also be hosted online throughout the weekend from 12 p.m. on Friday through 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

1 p.m. | Exploring the Pipes and Stained Glass Windows of Gunnison Memorial Chapel

Led by Rev. Shaun Whitehead, University Chaplain, and Sondra Goldsmith Proctor, Musician-in-Residence

Gunnison Memorial Chapel

Laurentians feel home at Gunnison Memorial Chapel; it is where our community goes in moments of excitement, sadness, and reflection.  Join two Laurentians who ensure the spirit of Gunnison is in full force, Dr. Shaun Whitehead and Sondra Goldsmith Proctor, as they lead a presentation of the 1926 Estey Organ and the enchanting stained-glass windows, learning the meaning and historical significance etched in each pane. Come when you can; leave when you must!

1 – 3 p.m. | Omicron Delta Kappa Car Wash Fundraiser

Driveway behind the Global Dialogue Center, across the street from the Brewer Bookstore

Vehicle a little worn and weary from your travels? Stop by this annual car wash event to get your car spick-n-span and support a great local cause, the Canton Bear Packs program. 

2 – 3 p.m. | Internship Fellowship Poster Presentations 

Winston Room, Sullivan Student Center

St. Lawrence University Internship Fellowship recipients will be available on Friday afternoon to share stories of their research experiences from an 8-week summer internship. Students will be available to describe their internships and answer any questions. This is an informal session where guests can stroll through the student posters to casually gain insight on some of the many experiential learning opportunities SLU students pursue!

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Biology Honorary Inductions and Biology Department Open House

Main Lobby, Johnson Hall of Science

Join the Biology Department to learn more about programs and research offerings as well as to celebrate the newest biology honorary inductees.

3 p.m. | 2D Book Nook! 

Yellow Pipe Room, Owen D. Young Library

Stop by this installation by Liza L. L. Paige, which transforms a physical three-dimensional corner of the library into a two-dimensional illusion of a drawn reading room. Viewers are encouraged to snap pictures and post to social media with #2DBookNook!, #odylibrary, or #slulibraries. Available for viewing during library hours. More on the installation can be found here: https://artgallery.stlawu.edu/2d-book-nook/. 

3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | SLU Fellow Poster Presentations & Honors Reception

Winston Room, Sullivan Student Center

St. Lawrence University Fellowship recipients will be available on Friday afternoon to share stories of their research experiences from an 8-week summer research project. Students will be available to describe their projects and answer any questions. This is an informal session where guests can stroll through the student posters to casually gain insight on some of the many experiential learning opportunities SLU students pursue!

3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Exploring ODY Library

Owen D. Young Library

The Owen D. Young Library received a high-tech makeover this year. Come check it out! Explore innovative uses of technology in our Digital Scholarship Studio, learn about economic analysis in the Bloomberg Finance Lab, examine rare books from our Special Collections and Archives, or hear how the WORD Studio develops student communication skills. You can also climb a Tree House study loft, relax in our massage chairs or the beautiful Josephine Young Room, or take a selfie in the 2D Book Nook!

4 p.m. | Saints Volleyball vs. Bard College

Burkman Gymnasium, Augsbury Physical Education Center

4 – 5 p.m. | Doggie De-Stress

Creasy Commencement Commons, behind Carnegie Hall

Families and friends are welcome to join faculty, staff, students, and furry companions for this weekly tradition. Did your family pet make the trip? They are welcome to attend!

5 – 6 p.m.  | Phi Beta Kappa Induction Ceremony

Feinstone Room, Herring-Cole

5 – 7 p.m. | Parents Committee Reception 

Lisa Mazzola Cania Alumni Council Campus Room, Sullivan Student Center

*Please note this is a closed event for Parents Committee members and their students only.

6 p.m. | Saints Men's Lacrosse Scarlet & Brown Scrimmage

North Country Field at Hall-Leet Stadium

A presentation of the 50/50 award will be made during this scrimmage.

6:30 p.m. | A Capella Concert

Gunnison Memorial Chapel

What’s a visit to a college campus without enjoying student music? Get your A Capella fix as you enjoy sets from the St. Lawrence favorites: the Singing Saints, Sinners, and the UpBeats.

7 p.m. | Laurentian Home Away From Home Dinner

I-House, 1 Lincoln Street

Come join the Common Ground Connections Club, I-House and 8 other clubs and organizations for a delightful dinner together as a Laurentian family. There will be several different foods to try (for example, Indian Express and Sergi’s). Feel free to bring something to share with others if you are able.

7:30 p.m. | Music Department Ensemble Extravaganza

Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall, Griffiths Art Center

Enjoy performances by two Music Department ensembles, the Laurentian Singers, and the SLU String Orchestra!

8 p.m. | Saints Volleyball vs. SUNY Canton

Burkman Gymnasium, Augsbury Physical Education Center

9 - 10 p.m. | The Funk Ensemble

Pub 56

Cap off a fun-filled day with some tunes from this St. Lawrence favorite. Late night snacks and drinks also available for purchase.

8 – 9:30 a.m. | Coffee with Council

Sullivan Student Center

Need a place to grab your morning coffee and breakfast treat before your student wakes up? Visit with fellow parents, members of the Alumni Executive Council, and peruse the Silent Auction items at the same time!

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Alumni Executive Council Silent Auction

Sullivan Student Center 

Going...going...Support the Alumni Executive Council’s efforts during the 2023 Silent Auction, which will include one-of-a-kind St. Lawrence memorabilia and experiences. Proceeds from bids will fund the Alumni Council’s Power of Connections Endowment. Sign Up today, review the catalog of items and be ready to bid throughout the weekend! The auction will also be hosted online throughout the weekend from 12 p.m. on Friday through 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

8:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Parents Committee Breakfast Meeting 

Legends of Appleton Room, Appleton Arena

*Parents Committee members only 

9 a.m. | Saints Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game

North Country Field at Hall-Leet Stadium

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Registration 

Dolan Family Lobby, Appleton Arena

Pre-registered guests may pick up your schedules and name tags. On-site registration will be available for guests who have not yet registered and coveted Laurentian Weekend totes will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-serve basis. Cash only. If arriving after 1 p.m., guests can pick up their registration materials at the "Tastes of the North Country" Dinner.

9 – 10:30 a.m. | Bagel Brunch sponsored by the Jewish Student Union

Sykes Common Lounge, Sykes Hall

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Solar Eclipses Over Campus

Ground floor, Sullivan Student Center

Join us for hands-on fun as we take you through the science behind once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipses happening right here in Canton, NY this coming year! SLU professor and astronomer Dr. Aileen O'Donoghue will be joined by NASA Partner Eclipse Ambassadors Tyler Karasinski '24 and Zach Jaworski '25 to answer your questions and foster your sense of wonder for our solar system. The first eclipse is just around the corner on October 14th! 

10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. | Saints Softball Scrimmage

Saints Softball Field

11 a.m. | Saints Men's Cross Country Hoffmann Invitational

Ronald C. Hoffmann Cross Country Course

11 a.m. | Saints Baseball Double Header

Tom Fay Field

11 a.m. | Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) Induction Ceremony

Feinstone Room, Herring-Cole Hall

New members who were “tapped” in spring 2023 semester, but were participating in study abroad or off-campus programs at that time, will be formally inducted into the University’s national leadership honorary society. All are welcome to attend!

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Math, Computer Science, and Statistics Meet & Greet

Bewkes Science Hall107

Join MCSS faculty and students in one of our newest renovated classrooms to hear about course, major, and research opportunities while enjoying light refreshments. It’ll add up to a great time!

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | SLU Ducks Unlimited Yeti 65 Raffle

E Lot, Adjacent to Weeks Field

Spectating the afternoon games and matches? Stop by the Ducks Unlimited table to enter for your chance to win a Yeti Tundra 65 Hard Cooler. Free drinks will also be available.

12 p.m. | Saints Women's Cross Country Hoffmann Invitational

Ronald C. Hoffmann Cross Country Course

12 p.m. | Saints Alpine Ski BBQ

Garage Door Entrance, Leithead Field House

Skiing alumni, parents, and current athletes are invited to join this BBQ.

12 – 5 p.m. | Senior Class Sign Fundraiser

E Lot, Adjacent to Weeks Field 

Purchase a SLU yard sign to show your Laurentian spirit! Two sign options will be available for purchase and all proceeds directly support the Senior Week fund for the Class of 2024.

12 – 5 p.m. | Exhibition: Environment, Health, and the Body in Traditional Paintings from Contemporary India 

Richard F. Brush Gallery, Griffiths Arts Center

12 – 6 p.m. | Canoeing from the Canoe House

Canoe House, Little Grasse River

Enjoy some outdoor time with a paddle on the river.

1 p.m. | Saints Men's Soccer vs. RPI

Sandy MacAllaster Field

1 p.m. | Off-Campus Study 101

Hepburn Hall 218

Join us for an informational session on Off-Campus Study programs at St. Lawrence University. Hear from the Patti McGill Peterson Center for International and Intercultural Studies staff and explore our 30 programs located in 22 different countries. Information on scholarships, programs, the application process, advising, and relevant updates will be shared. This session will feature select student representatives who can share their experiences as well.  All are welcome.  

1 – 3 p.m. | Guided Hike at Stone Valley

Stone Valley Trail, Colton

Join Nature Up North, an environmental education organization based at St. Lawrence, for a guided hike alongside the Raquette River! We’ll enjoy a ~2 mile round trip hike on rolling terrain with a couple steeper hills. Please note that guests will need their own transportation, but will follow a vehicle caravan to the trailhead. To reserve your spot, email Nature Up North Student Intern Roisin Creedon-Carey, rccree20@stlawu.edu, with your group size and contact information.

1 – 3 p.m. | Campus Kitchens Project Bake Sale

E lot, Adjacent to Weeks Field

Looking for a treat? Stop by the Campus Kitchens Project table to satiate your sweet tooth. Proceeds from sales will support the work of the Campus Kitchens Project, an organization that provides free weekly meals for Canton community members.

1 – 4 p.m. | Touchdown Tent sponsored by the Parents Committee

Weeks Field at Leckonby Stadium

*Private Event

2 p.m. | Saints Field Hockey vs. Skidmore College

North Country Field at Hall-Leet Stadium

2 p.m. | Saints Football vs. Castleton University

Weeks Field at Leckonby Stadium 

*Free admission for registered Laurentian Weekend guests. Current students must show their St. Lawrence Student ID. Be sure to stop by The Friends of St. Lawrence Football "Treat Truck" for a free sno-cone or cotton candy. Go Saints!

2 p.m. | Saints Volleyball vs. Union College

Burkman Gymnasium, Augsbury Physical Education Center

3 p.m. | Saints Women’s Hockey vs. Colgate University

Appleton Arena

Admission is free to all women's ice hockey games.

3 p.m. | Plantain Fest hosted by La Sociedad

La Casa Latina, 54 Park Street

La Sociedad wants to show you different ways Latin and Hispanic countries enjoy plantains. Come join us for some yummy food and good times at La Casa!

4 – 6 p.m. | Melon Fest

Java Barn

Java Barn is happy to announce their sixth annual Melon Fest, a festival full of melons, music, dancing, love, art, fun, and more melons! The Java Barn welcomes students, parents, alums, families, and everyone in between. Outside the Java venue from 4-6 pm, student bands and ensembles will be performing, as well as Mr. Charlie and the Blues for Breakfast!

5 - 6 p.m. | Chapel Bells Reception

Feinstone Room, Herring-Cole Hall

*For Parents Committee members only. Interested in learning more or joining the Parents Committee? Contact Tracey Johnson, tjohnson@stlawu.edu. 

5:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Alumni Executive Council Silent Auction Item Pick-Up

Sullivan Student Center 

Victorious in the Alumni Executive Council's Silent Auction?  Time to claim your winnings!

5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | "Tastes of the North Country Dinner" hosted by the Alumni Executive Council

Richard F. Brush '52 University Quad

We’re excited to partner with Mullins BBQ, Sergi’s, and Indian Express for Saturday evening’s Tastes of the North Country Dinner and appreciate the support of the Alumni Executive Council for hosting on the Brush University Quad. Please know that the event is first come first serve, and we invite you to BYOBs (“Bring Your Own Beverage & Blanket!”). A rain location is available if needed.

8 p.m. | Literacy for Nepal 50/50 Raffle

Sullivan Student Center

Stop by the Literacy for Nepal table as you enjoy an evening of golf and games and put your name in for the 50/50 raffle. Literacy for Nepal aims to create more educational opportunities for Nepali youth and this semester, the club is trying to raise $1,000 to support a Nepali student pursuing his education.

8 - 10 p.m. | Putt-Putt, Poker, & Popcorn

Sullivan Student Center

Test your skills on one of the poker tables or aim for par on the mini-golf course as you enjoy an evening of fun on campus. A popcorn bar with all of the fixings will be available for late night snacking!

8 – 10 a.m. | Alumni Executive Council Silent Auction Item Pick-Up

Sullivan Student Center 

Victorious in the Alumni Executive Council's Silent Auction?  Time to claim your winnings!