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  1. Graduates in caps and gowns celebrate during a commencement ceremony in a crowded arena.

    St. Lawrence Class of 2026 Celebrates Its Superpowers

    As St. Lawrence University celebrated the Class of 2026 during Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 17, President Kate Morris encouraged graduates to harness the uniquely human “superpowers” they developed during their time on campus.

  2. A compilation of eight different seniors wearing sunglasses that say "Class of 2026" on them.

    Driven by Curiosity and Community: Meet St. Lawrence's Class of 2026

    The Class of 2026 leaves St. Lawrence with stories of adventure, discovery, leadership, and lifelong connection. Whether conducting research, taking advantage of our new majors, leading student organizations, studying abroad, or creating new traditions, these Laurentians have shaped their own unique paths—and made our community better along the way.

  3. Headshot of Dan Buckley, class of 1989.

    Head of Marvel Comics and Franchise Dan Buckley ’89 Returns to His Origin Story as St. Lawrence University’s Commencement Speaker

    St. Lawrence University will welcome Dan Buckley ’89, head of Marvel Comics and Franchise, as its 2026 Commencement speaker. The proud Laurentian and global entertainment innovator will also receive an honorary doctor of humane letters degree during the May 17 ceremony.

  4. Side-by-side images of two distance runners dressed in athletic clothing.

    From One NCAA Champion to Another

    Nick Lyndaker '26

    A two-time NCAA champion in the 1,500-meter run, Jukka Tammisuo ’87 set the standard for the St. Lawrence track and field program. The Saints current national champion. Nick Lyndaker ’26, who will defend his NCAA title in the mile this indoor season, reflects on his mentor’s journey, how it’s influenced his own, and how learning to “trust the kick” has helped him become a formidable competitor in DIII track and field.

  5. Student kneels and smiles in front of the Sullivan Student Center at Saint Lawrence University, with colorful window art and the words "SLU Thrives" above the entrance.

    Thriving at St. Lawrence

    More than a campaign or a collection of programs, SLU Thrives represents a bold reimagining of what it means to support students in the 21st century. It begins with a simple but powerful premise: students cannot succeed academically, socially, or professionally unless they first know how to be well.

  6. Members of the St. Lawrence Fed Challenge team in front of UBS bank in New York City

    St. Lawrence Fed Challenge Team Earns Spot Among Nation’s Top Performers 

    St. Lawrence University’s Fed Challenge team made it to the semi-finals of the 2025 Federal Reserve College Fed Challenge, placing them among the top 18 out of around 150 colleges and universities.

  7. Krissie Bonin and Brad Rauch wearing graduation regalia.

    A Lifelong Laurentian Love Story

    For Krissie Bonin ’90, P’22, ’25 and Brad Rauch ’89, P’22, ’25, St. Lawrence University is more than the place where they earned their degrees—it’s where they met, built lifelong friendships, launched careers, and instilled a shared sense of purpose in the next generation. With two of their four children now proud St. Lawrence alumni, and years of consistent giving and volunteerism under their belts, they embody what it means to be Sustaining Saints.

  8. Michael Ranger, wearing graduation regalia, stands at a podium and address the crowd. Several countries flags are in the background.

    St. Lawrence as “Soul Place”

    Remarks from honorary doctor of humane letters recipient Mike Ranger '80, P'17 at Commencement 2025