News Digest: December 19, 2022
December 19
News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
In Memory
On Friday, December 16 President Morris sent a message to the community about the passing of Jeff Killeen ’75 who was a champion of St. Lawrence, the North Country, our environment, and compassionate entrepreneurialism. Read the message. |
University News & Stories
New Division III Athletics Facility Takes ShapeConstruction is underway on the donor-funded Appleton Arena George W. Karpus ’68 Athletic Center with plans to open in September 2024. The project will be completed as phase two of the Appleton Arena project, and $11.3 million in gifts and pledges have been raised so far. |
Young Alumni at Work: Advocacy in ActionLaurentians do not seem to shy away from complex challenges, and those working in public policy or advocating for change to enhance the lives of others are part of a growing community of alumni. |
First Person: Making the Most of Sophomore YearOn the day of my interview for a summer internship that would allow me to explore my interests in finance and real estate, I stepped into a private room in the Center for Career Excellence and reviewed my prep material. |
A Pattern of GivingHow consistency converts to impact for the next generation of philanthropists. |
Student Body Earns Recognition for Exceptional Midterm Voter TurnoutSt. Lawrence University earned recognition as one of ALL IN’s Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting for 2022. |
A Song That Keeps Giving to St. LawrenceOne of the most beloved Christmas songs of all time, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” has a direct connection to St. Lawrence, and thanks to the generosity of a Laurentian, the University earns something every time it plays. |
News from Around Campus
Government Major Wins Award at Association for the Study of the Middle East and Africa ConferenceZoe Jackowitz ’23 was awarded “Best Student Poster” for her research on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at the 15th Annual Conference of the Association for the Study of the Middle East and Africa (ASMEA) in November. |
Physics Seniors Present Results of Fall Semester ResearchThe results of the fall semester SYE research projects were presented. |
Social Media
Introducing the St. Lawrence TartanThere’s still time to surprise your favorite Laurentian (or treat yourself) with a unique reminder of their home away from home featuring the brand-new St. Lawrence tartan! This scarlet and brown pattern was designed using an algorithm that ensures St. Lawrence's location, history, and spirit are woven into every item. View the pattern and learn about its origin on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. |
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.
