October 10

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University News & Stories

What Shakespeare Can Teach Us About Power and Politics When Sam Cohen ’23 took a class on Shakespeare’s Roman plays, she couldn’t help but notice patterns between power and politics. Following her curiosity, she set out to determine if the past could be a key to the present.

News from Around Campus

Scarlet & Brown Stories Podcast: President Morris The Scarlet & Brown Stories team sat down with President Kathryn A. Morris and discussed her first year on campus, three strategic initiatives for the year ahead, the upcoming Inauguration, and some of her St. Lawrence and North Country favorites.

Swahili Teaching Fellow Dennis Simiyu Leads Research in Kenya Swahili Professor Dennis Simiyu was joined by CIIS Fellow, Lehlomela Simon Mofali, in Kenya for critical language planning and policy approach research.

Events

Each One Inspired: Haudenosaunee Art Across the Homelands from the New York State Museum Mon, Oct 17 - All day Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The St. Lawrence University Richard F. Brush Art Gallery will present an exhibition showcasing the artwork of 53 contemporary artworks by Haudenosaunee artists from all six Haudenosaunee Nations beginning Monday, Oct. 17 through Saturday, Dec. 10.

Artist's Lecture by Niio Perkins Mon, Oct 17 at 4:30pm - 1 hour Griffiths Arts Center Room 123 Niio Perkins, Kanien’kehá:ka Bear Clan, is an award-winning artist whose spectacular beadwork is treasured throughout North America. Her modern aesthetic fuses traditional symbols with organic shapes and vibrant colorways, creating unique pieces inspired by the beauty of her Haudenosaunee culture.

Athletics

Saints Skate to Victory, Fall Sports Continue  The Scarlet and Brown skated to victory during Laurentian Weekend. Men's hockey defeated Merrimack 3-1 in their home opener on Friday while the women's team secured a 5-3 win over Syracuse at home on Saturday after defeating the Orange 2-0 on the road last week. On Sunday, Sam Lyman '25 shot par to lead the men's golf team at the Nazareth Fall Invitational while Mary Grace McCann '25 sits in first place after the first round. Round two for the pair of Saints continues today. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

Social Media

Laurentian Weekend 2022 There was so much Scarlet and Brown spirit on campus for Laurentian Weekend, even the campus foliage showed up for the occasion! From larger-than-life art and gallery exhibitions, to farm tours, poster presentations, pizza rolls, concerts, and plenty of opportunities to cheer on the Saints, it was a weekend-long celebration as parents, alumni, family, and friends returned home to the North Country.  View photos from Laurentian Weekend on the St. Lawrence Facebook page.

News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form.