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  1. 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.

  2. SLU students at EU delegationa

    St. Lawrence’s NYC Program Kicks Off Spring 2025 Semester

    St. Lawrence's New York City Program has launched its Spring 2025 semester, offering students a unique blend of professional experience and academic engagement in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities.

  3. Screenshot of the Zoom session where student present their research

    St. Lawrence Students Contribute to U.S. Foreign Policy through Diplomacy Lab

    St. Lawrence students gain practical experience working with the U.S. Department of State on an impactful Diplomacy Lab project.

  4. Saint Lawrence University students gather outside the UN.

    SLU Students Participate in Exclusive Briefing at the UN in NYC

    Students in St. Lawrence's New York City Semester Program, directed by Political Science Professor Mert Kartal, participated in an exclusive briefing on genocide prevention at the United Nations Headquarters.

  5. group photo of students at the Ireland mission to the UN

    New York City Semester Program Visit UN Missions of Germany and Ireland in NYC

    Students from St. Lawrence's New York City Semester Program, directed by Dr. Mert Kartal, engaged in discussions with diplomats at the Permanent Missions of Germany and Ireland to the United Nations.

  6. A general view of the United Nations General Assembly Hall where the UN Secretary General is addressing the assembly

    New York City Semester Program Students Engage with UN Diplomats in NYC

    St. Lawrence students in the New York City Semester Program, directed by Dr. Mert Kartal, visited the United Nations (UN) Headquarters during the 79th UN General Assembly.

  7. A collage featuring Precious Hall, Tyler Rife, Robin Rhodes, Yanqiu Zheng, Kearney Coupland, and Mert Kartal. Text on the bottom of the collage reads, Faculty Focus, Saint Lawrence University.

    Faculty Focus-October 1, 2024

    In this edition, we spotlight faculty’s innovative use of prediction markets to enhance civic engagement in political science classrooms, the historical intricacies of Chinese cultural diplomacy, how ineffective corruption control in Europe has fueled the rise of populist movements, and much more.

  8. From left to right, Norah Kuduk and Amanda Gagne sit with Professor Ed Harcourt at a desk in a classroom setting with a laptop in front of them. The classroom has chairs and tables with computers in the background.

    St. Lawrence Lauded for Supportive Faculty and Stellar Science Facilities in The Princeton Review

    St. Lawrence University was named to The Princeton Review’s “Best 390 Colleges” list for 2025. Based solely on results from student surveys, the popular rankings publication once again recognized several exemplary aspects of co-curricular and academic life on campus.

  9. Saint Lawrence University Flag with words overlaying the flag background reading "Faculty Focus" and the St. Lawrence University official logo at the bottom of the flag.

    Faculty Focus-July 8, 2024

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty have published articles, op-ed's, won awards, and much more.

  10. Photo of students from Mert Kartals Class standing for group photo at the SUNYMEU Event

    First-Year Seminar Students Rule at European Union Simulation in Buffalo

    Associate Professor of Government Mert Kartal, along with 16 students from his First-Year Seminar, "International Relations in Action," recently engaged in a four-day European Union (EU) simulation in Buffalo, New York.