News Digest: September 16, 2025
September 16
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University News & Stories
Nanoparticles, Roundworms, and Biryani: Summer Research Fellows Make Careers and MemoriesSt. Lawrence summer research Fellows spent the summer doing impactful research, seeding career opportunities, and making memories exploring the North Country. |
St. Lawrence Welcomes Five New Faculty MembersSt. Lawrence University is pleased to welcome five new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic year. These experts in their fields come with a dedication to teaching, mentoring, and providing experiential learning opportunities for their students. |
Faculty Focus-September 16, 2025Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published articles in high-impact journals, were quoted in prestigious publications, and presented at world-renowned academic conferences. |
News from Around Campus
Next Chapter Ahead for SLU Combined Engineering StudentsThis fall, four students in SLU’s Combined Engineering Program are heading to Columbia University, Clarkson University, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where they’ll specialize in everything from chemical to biomedical engineering. |
Events
Gallery talk with Justin Cree, SLU ’07, Director, Akwesasne Cultural Center- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presented in conjunction with the exhibition "A Culture Is Not a Costume," on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery through October 7, 2025. |
Laurentian Weekend 2025- St. Lawrence University, 23 Romoda Drive, Canton, NY 13617 All alumni, parents and friends are invited to Laurentian Weekend 2025, St. Lawrence University's blend of Family Weekend and Homecoming, from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21. |
An Evening With Adia VictoriaSt. Lawrence University and the Ken Okoth '01 Black American Music Project will welcome Adia Victoria to campus for an evening concert on Friday, September 26, at 7 p.m. in the Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall. The event is free, open to the public, and will be livestreamed. |
Athletics
Saints Secure Wins, Earn Liberty League HonorsMen’s Soccer: The men's soccer team earned its first win of the season with a 2-0 derby victory over SUNY Canton. Junior Dennis Argueta and first-year Sammy Bothwell scored, while first-year goalie Zach Amato secured the shutout. Women’s Soccer: The women's soccer team rallied with two second-half goals to defeat Oswego State 2-1 on the road. The win improved their season record to 2-1-2. Men’s Cross-Country: Seniors Nick Lyndaker, Patrick Russell, and Griffin Roeder swept the top three spots at the Hamilton Short Course, leading the men's cross-country team to its second straight win of the season. Lyndaker was just four second shy of his personal best in the 5k, and won Liberty League Runner of the Week honors. Men’s Tennis: First-year Josh David made a strong debut at the SLU Fall Classic, reaching the A singles semifinals and earning Liberty League Rookie of the Week. He also teamed up with his brother and junior Jake David in doubles, winning their first match. Football: Senior Ryan Surhoff led the football team’s defense in a close loss to St. John Fisher, recording five tackles, two sacks, two forced fumbles, an interception, and a quarterback hurry. He was named Liberty League Defensive Performer of the Week. Women’s Tennis: Senior Maya Stepic and sophomore Kate Butler won the B doubles consolation final at the Mary Hosking Invitational. In A doubles, seniors Angelica Aksdal-Jansen and Molly Jespersen reached the final but fell 6-3. Women’s Golf: Sophomore Sadie Cumming won the individual title and led the women's golf team to a first-place finish at the SUNY Poly Invitational. She shot four birdies and finished with a 74, one over par. Women’s Cross-Country: Junior Charlotte Blake finished second overall at the Hamilton Short Course Invitational, helping the women's cross-country team to a third-place finish in the four-kilometer race. First-year Madison Beaudoin finished 24th for the Saints and corralled Liberty League Rookie of the Week honors. For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
Social Media
Scenes from Harvest Fest 🍁🍂It's officially Fall! Well, at least in terms of vibes...To celebrate, Harvest Fest brought song and dance, cider and donuts, and so much more to the Java Quad on Saturday. Check out the fun students had on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. And don't forget about the pumpkin spice lattes at Spartacus Cafe 😉. |
News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Tuesday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications news form.
