The St. Lawrence Blog

Who is St. Lawrence University? We are a group of people with countless adventures and even more stories. The St. Lawrence Blog gives our students, faculty and staff the chance to tell their tales, in their own words and in their own way. Sharing these anecdotes in one place gives our community the chance to show how creative, daring and passionate we are about what we do. Alone, these stories are powerful; together they define St. Lawrence.

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Popular Posts

Following North Country Sunsets

by Tess Maxam, Class of 2022

One of the North Country’s most notable aspects are its breathtaking sunsets. Being on campus for the summer working as an Admissions Summer Intern afforded me the opportunity to take in the beauty of SLU’s campus and its surrounding areas more than I ever have before.

A Saint Lawrence University student sits with a scenic view of Israel in the background.

Beyond a Textbook: My Summer Program in Israel

by Michael Paulino, Class of 2020

I was never much of a rule breaker, but violating international law might’ve had to be an exception. In front of me was a large, 10-foot-tall sign prohibiting the entrance into Area A fully controlled by the Palestinian Authority, in Arabic, Hebrew, and English.

The entrance of Saint Lawrence University blanketed in snow

The Top 10 "Instagram-able" Places at St. Lawrence

by Zachary Larkin, Class of 2021

It’s no secret that St. Lawrence’s campus is beautiful. The St. Lawrence charm around every corner brings life and allure to our community. Every season brings a fresh new look, painting the campus in new colors and sights.

Sarah '19 and Bailey '19 at Freedom Plaza

When Ideas Become Reality

by Bailey Sherwin, Class of 2019

During the spring semester of my sophomore year, I signed up for a trip to attend the 2017 Women’s March in Washington, D.C., led by three SLU students from the Women’s Resource Center.

A Saint Lawrence University student has frozen eyelashes and is bundled up for winter.

How to Brave the Canton Chill

by Chelsea De Luca, Class of 2020

As a Canadian, I have grown up accustomed to the cold temperatures and in my life have learned many tips on how to stay as warm as possible during the depths of the winter.

A student studying hard in the Retro Room at Saint Lawrence University.

Obtaining the True ODY Library Experience

by Cameron Morrissey, Class of 2021

A library can be a daunting place for many students. The subconscious mind may often associate this location with late nights, rapidly-approaching deadlines, and a high intake of caffeine, making it easy to overlook the fantastic resources provided by the Owen D.

A group of Saint Lawrence University geology students are in the distance enjoying an outdoor geology lab in the fall.

Surviving an Outdoor Major as an Indoor Kid

by Madeleine Frank, Class of 2019

A ladybug scared me on the van ride back to St. Lawrence. To give myself some credit, there were multiple ladybugs and they were all very active. Every time I flinched, I apologized profusely to the rest of the geology lab students in the van.

Two Saint Lawrence students holding a Saint Lawrence University pennant in the middle of a science lab classroom

The Value of a Smile

by Kate Songer, Class of 2019

I get asked all the time: “Why SLU?” “What made you decide to come here?” Quite frankly, I knew absolutely nothing about SLU when I decided that I wanted to come here. I didn’t know anything about academics, social life, athletics, or residential life.

A group of Saint Lawrence University students standing on top of a building and holding a banner that says, "Go Solar."

Sustainability at SLU: Going Green through Activism

by Rosie Sacco, Class of 2020

While searching for potential colleges to attend during my senior year of high school, I knew I wanted my future classmates to be three things: engaged in the world around them, deeply passionate about the environment, and true ‘outdoors people.’ SLU gave me a combination of all three.

The back of a car with a 'Saint Lawrence University Lacrosse' sticker

The Blog's Top 10 Posts of 2018

by St. Lawrence Admissions

Laurentians love stories. In 2018, we shared nearly 100 of them here on the St. Lawrence Blog, a space that gives students (and sometimes faculty, staff members and alumni) a chance to share their St.

A group of Saint Lawrence students standing together.

Kenya Believe It?

by So Min (Kate) Park, Class of 2019

Before coming to St. Lawrence, I had seen the statistic that approximately 65-70 % students study off campus. However, being an international student, who would technically be already studying abroad here, I did not put much thought into the study abroad programs.

A snowy view of the Saint Lawrence University sign.

Getting into the Holiday Spirit on Campus

by Allison Karmis , Class of 2020

The holidays are here & St. Lawrence knows how to get into the spirit! From the Brewer Bookstore to campus concerts- everyone is spreading holiday cheer. Although finals are also around the corner, here are some ways to enjoy the season in the North Country.

A group of Saint Lawrence University students dressed in formal gowns

Learning Dub Love: Theme Houses and Self Development

by Quinn Dibble Audsley , Class of 2020

When giving tours to prospective students, there is one tour spot that always makes me smile more than the others.

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