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  1. Jon Rosales leads a discussion in a snowy forest at Saint Lawrence University, holding a clipboard while gesturing toward students in winter gear. The group stands among trees with snow-covered ground, participating in an outdoor learning session.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Jon Rosales

    Professor of Environmental Studies Jon Rosales is passionate about the environment and helping students understand the complexities of global environmental challenges and explore innovative solutions. Through hands-on learning and interdisciplinary approaches, his courses inspire students to think critically, act decisively, and live within the laws of Nature.

  2. Judith Nagel-Myers sits in a geology lab.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Judith Nagel-Myers

    From hands-on experiences to field trips exploring volcanic landscapes, Associate Professor of Geology Judith Nagel-Myers ignites curiosity and enthusiasm for the study of past, present, and future environments that are shaped by earth systems processes. Her teaching blends creativity, real-world applications, and a deep appreciation for student perspectives.

  3. A faculty member at Saint Lawrence University points at a computer screen while two students smile and look on. They are gathered around a table in a bright, open study area with other students working in the background.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Ronnie Olesker

    Ronnie Olesker brings creativity and energy to her teaching, blending her love of fantasy with her expertise in international relations and security studies. Her classes engage students in active, hands-on learning that inspires critical thinking and a deeper understanding of global politics.

  4. A large group of students, faculty, and visitors gather around poster displays at an indoor academic event, engaging in discussions and viewing presentations.

    Festival of Science, Scholarship and Creativity 2025

    St. Lawrence buzzed with excitement on Friday, April 25, as it celebrated student research presentations, musical and dance performances, as well as the senior art exhibition during the annual Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity—a campus-wide tradition that began in 2014.

  5. Jeff Frank sitting in a leather armchair, smiling, with bookshelves in the background.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Jeff Frank

    Professor of Education Jeff Frank combines a passion for philosophy, education, and critical thinking in his teaching. With a focus on empowering students to explore and expand their sense of purpose, his courses challenge students to think deeply about the role of education in shaping their world and their own identities.

  6. Mindy Pitre, wearing brown plaid turtleneck, smiles in the classroom. There is a large ape skeleton in the background.

    Professor Mindy Pitre Unearths the Human Story

    There’s hands-on learning, and then there’s Mindy Pitre’s classes. Whether it’s analyzing centuries-old human remains, or tracking decomposing animal carcasses to simulate forensic investigations, the associate professor and chair of anthropology takes real-world, experiential opportunities to the next level.  

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  7. Ana Estevez works alongside a student in a chemistry lab.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Ana Estevez

    Meet Your Biology Mentor Professor of Biology Ana Estevez is passionate about guiding students through the complexities of neuroscience and biology. With a focus on research, mentorship, and hands-on...

  8. Leah Rohlfsen smiling by a bookshelf

    Q&A: Meet Professor Leah Rohlfsen

    Associate Professor of Sociology Leah Rohlfsen brings an interdisciplinary approach to her teaching, inspiring students to connect sociological concepts to their own lives and the world around them. Her classes are full of engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and thought-provoking insights into how society functions.

  9. Sam Tartakoff teaches chemistry, gesturing while explaining concepts on a whiteboard filled with chemical structures. Students sit in the foreground, listening attentively.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Sam Tartakoff

    Q&A: Meet Professor Sam Tartakoff Meet Your Chemistry Mentor For many students, chemistry can seem daunting—but Associate Professor of Chemistry Sam Tartakoff is on a mission to change that. Whether...

  10. Professor of English Sarah Gates brings a love of classic literature and creative approaches to her teaching, inspiring students to connect deeply with timeless texts. Whether she’s guiding students through Hamlet or The Lord of the Rings, her courses bring older literature to life in fresh and exciting ways.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Sarah Gates

    Professor of English Sarah Gates brings a love of classic literature and creative approaches to her teaching, inspiring students to connect deeply with timeless texts. Whether she’s guiding students through Hamlet or The Lord of the Rings, her courses bring older literature to life in fresh and exciting ways.