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  1. Chris Watts, leans on a desk and peers into a computer monitor. A student, wearing a headset, observes. There is a large electronic keyboard next to the computer.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Chris Watts

    Associate Professor of Music and Director of the Newell Center for Arts Technology Chris Watts brings a creative, hands-on approach to music education that makes technology and artistry accessible to students of all backgrounds. His innovative courses inspire students to explore their unique voices while mastering the tools of modern music production.

  2. Sarah Barber, wearing a maroon long sleeve shirt, leans on a bookshelf in a library.  In the background, large bookshelves are filled with vibrant colored books.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Sarah Barber

    Associate Professor of English Sarah Barber brings a unique combination of creativity, collaboration, and mentorship to her teaching. Whether she’s guiding students through poetry workshops or introducing them to the transformative power of Shakespeare, her courses inspire students to explore their voices and perspectives in meaningful ways.

  3. Sara Ashpole, sits on a picnic table outside and holds a jar of jam. She is speaking to a group of students gathered around picnic tables. There are fresh vegetables scatter through out the table.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Sara Ashpole

    Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Sara Ashpole is passionate about field-based learning, connecting students to real-world environmental challenges while inspiring critical thinking and meaningful action for a sustainable future. Her research expertise includes local collaborations with landowners to monitor frogs and salamanders and restore endangered amphibian habitats, as well as policy work through her leadership on national and international conservation committees.

  4. Grace Huang wearing a scarlet sweater.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Grace Huang

    Professor of Political Science Grace Huang combines rigorous academic inquiry with a touch of humor and relatability in her teaching. Her courses invite students to explore political systems from around the world, encouraging them to think critically about democracy, governance, and their own roles as informed citizens.

  5. Howard Eissenstat, wearing a black turtle neck, holds a book and stands inside the Herring Cole building on Saint Lawrence University's campus. There is a large, circular, stained glass window in the background.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Howard Eissenstat

    Laurentian Associate Professor of History Howard Eissenstat is dedicated to helping students uncover the connections between history and the contemporary world. With expertise in the modern Middle East and hands-on experience in public policy, he brings current events into the classroom, fostering discussions that challenge perspectives and encourage critical thinking.

  6. Ed Harcourt and a Saint Lawrence student sit in front of a computer in a lab and collaborate on a project. Harcourt points at something on the computer screen as the student's hands hover over the keyboard.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Ed Harcourt

    With decades of experience as a software engineer, a passion for hands-on learning, and a penchant for diving deep into the zeros and ones of computing, Charles A. Dana Professor of Computer Science Ed Harcourt brings the digital world to life for St. Lawrence University students.

  7. Dan Look, wearing a blazer and a green t-shirt, smiles and stands in front of shelves filled with transformer action figures.

    Professor Dan Look Defies Math Stereotypes

    Dan Look is well aware he doesn’t present like a typical math professor. But that observation has roots in the stereotypes about the discipline and those who study it that the Rutherford Professor of Mathematics, through his dynamic personal and pedagogical style, seeks to undo.    

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  8. A group of individuals stands in front of the European Central Bank wall, with various national flags displayed on either side. They are smiling and dressed in a mix of casual and formal attire. The setting suggests a visit or event at the bank.

    St. Lawrence University Rises in Study Abroad Rankings, Excels in Gilman Scholarship Success

    St. Lawrence University’s commitment to making global learning accessible has propelled its study abroad programs to new heights.

  9. A group of Saint Lawrence students stand in a group and pose in front of a large city while studying abroad.

    Laurentians Receive Prestigious Awards for Off-Campus Study and Research

    For years, St. Lawrence has been recognized for its commitment to providing exceptional, immersive off-campus study opportunities which often include research and internship components. These experiences often guide students’ paths after graduation, whether they choose to enter the Peace Corps, pursue careers in foreign policy or international development, or apply for Fulbright awards.