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News Digest: May 1, 2024
May 1News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
University News & Stories
St. Lawrence University Appoints Leader of New Center for the Environment
St. Lawrence University President Kathryn A. Morris and Vice President of the University and Dean of Academic Affairs Alison Del Rossi have announced the appointment of Diane White Husic, Ph.D. as the inaugural leader of the new Center for the Environment. She will take the helm as the Richard ’64 and Gail Stradling Executive Director of the Center for the Environment starting in July.
Faculty Focus-May 1, 2024
Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty have presented at conferences, been featured as experts in regional, national and international media sources, published articles, presented research, and much more.
Festival of Science, Scholarship and Creativity 2024
St. Lawrence University buzzed with excitement on Friday, April 26, during the annual Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity . Celebrating a campus-wide tradition that began in 2014, the day held an opportunity to learn from oral and poster presentations by 177 students about their research in a wide variety of fields and appreciate muscial and dance performances as well as the senior art exhibition.
St. Lawrence Recognizes 2024 Moving-Up Day Award Winners
St. Lawrence University announces its 2023-24 Moving-Up Day academic award winners, as well as Phi Beta Kappa and Omicron Delta Kappa’s newest inductees.News from Around Campus
Global Studies SYE Poster Festival 2024
The Global Studies Department hosted the Senior Year Experience Poster Festival at the McAllaster Room in ODY. The event was full of energy as fifteen talented senior students from the Global Studies program showed their research and findings through their posters.
New 2024 Alpha Alpha Alpha Inductees
St. Lawrence's Eta Nu chapter of the Alpha Alpha Alpha first-generation college honors society inducted their newest class. Twenty-seven students and eight faculty and staff were inducted into the society. To be eligible, students needed to earned a GPA of at least a 3.2 and completed 9 units of coursework, while faculty and staff needed to have earned at least a bachelor's degree as a first-generation college student.
Students and Faculty Attend and Present at Hudson River Undergraduate Math Conference (HRUMC)
The 24th annual Hudson River Undergraduate Math Conference was held on April 6th at Keen State College in Keene, NH. Twelve St. Lawrence University students and faculty attended the conference and two students presented their work.Mathematical Honor Society - New Members Spring 2024
Pi Mu Epsilon is a non-secret organization whose purpose is the promotion of scholarly activity in mathematics among students in academic institutions and among the staffs of qualified non-academic institutions. Pi Mu Epsilon recently welcomed new members for Spring 2024.New 2024 Pi Eta Inductees
St. Lawrence University's Pi Eta Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta inducted new lifetime members. Undergraduate students must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours (4 courses) in History, earned in the classroom, online or through AP or transfer credits (or a combination thereof). A minimum GPA of 3.1 in History and 3.0 GPA overall are required.Sociology Experiential Learning Presentations
Eight sociology majors who studied abroad came together to present what they learned while studying outside of St. Lawrence County. From New York City to Sweden to Kenya, sociology students presented the findings of their research and shared their lived experiences with faculty and friends. If you see these students out and about on campus, be sure to ask them about their experience.Sociology Honor Society Welcomes New Members!
St. Lawrence University's Alpha Kappa Delta honor society inducted sixteen new lifetime members. Members of AKD must be at least a junior and are expected to have a 3.3 cumulative GPA and a 3.0 GPA in four or more sociology courses taken at St. Lawrence UniversityEvents
Exhibition: One Earring- Missing & Murdered Indigenous People Awareness
- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery St. Lawrence University’s Native American Affairs and the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery present One Earring, an exhibition designed to raise awareness about Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). Representing those who were stolen or never returned home, the One Earring project was inspired by the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services exhibition of the same title in 2022.Improv Lab will present Blues, Bluegrass, and Beyond - with Horns and Strings and Other Fine Things
- Launders Underground (Noble Center 001)The Improv Lab hopes you can join them for this varied - and very enjoyable - performance.
Live is best, but live-stream is good, too! Watch the Livestream.
Emerging Visions & Voices: A Digital Media and Film Student Film Showcase
- Gulick Theatre, Noble Center The Digital Media & Film students present their film screenings.Athletics
Tis' The Season of Softball, Baseball, Golf, and Lacrosse!
Jimmy King '26 was named the Individual Champion at the Liberty League Championships, leading Saints men’s golf to a second-place finish at the par-72 Shenendoah Golf Club at Turning Stone on Sunday. There was a playoff to determine the individual champion and Jimmy won on the second playoff hole. Jimmy finished with par on the first hole. Jimmy's opponent hit an errant drive on the second hole, leaving Jimmy with the win and a par.
Judge Murphy '24 tallied six goals and an assist for seven points to lead the third-ranked Saints men's lacrosse team to a 15-10 upset win over fourth-ranked RPI on Saturday afternoon in Troy, New York. With the win, the Saints clinched the second seed in the upcoming Liberty League Tournament and earned regular season co-championship honors, with three teams finishing league play at 6-1. Second to Judge, Daniel Mahoney '27 recorded four goals and two ground balls, while Ted Wilson '26 scored twice.
Two goals each from Liz Evans '24 and Jessica LaPlaca '27 were unfortunately not enough, as the seventh-seeded Saints women's lacrosse team fell 19-6 in the first round of the Liberty League Tournament to William Smith Tuesday.
Both Saints baseball and softball wrapped up their regular seasons with two wins over the weekend. Baseball took two of three games against Clarkson, while softball swept Skidmore. Softball heads to RPI this weekend, hoping to lock down a playoff spot, while baseball engages Clarkson once more in the end-of-season series.
For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.
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Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity! ❤️🤎
On Friday, we forego regularly scheduled classes to celebrate our students’ academic accomplishments during the Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity. This year, we learned how stress affects metamorphosis in frogs, how students think about sustainability on campus, how retinol has changed our relationship with aging, and how math can help us make better decisions in games like Monopoly or Dungeons and Dragons (among many other fascinating topics). During our annual Dance Showcase, we watch 16 students perform contemporary, jazz, Irish step, and classical pointe numbers. In the Brush Art Gallery, our gallery exhibition focused on “what we hold.” The 12 senior artists featured used a variety of mediums to consider the things in their lives that are hard to let go of—for better or worse.
We couldn’t be prouder of all our students who shared their curiosity and creativity on Friday. Witness some of the fun that took place on our St. Lawrence University official Instagram account. ❤️🤎
News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form.
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News Digest: February 6th, 2023
February 6News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
In Memory
On Friday, February 3, President Morris sent a message to the community about the passing of former St. Lawrence University President Walter Lawrence (Lawry) Gulick, GP’13 who sought and laid the groundwork for a more inclusive and diverse Laurentian community—served by the rigorous liberal arts education he championed. Read the message.
University News & Stories
St. Lawrence Mourns the Death of Former President Gulick
St. Lawrence University is remembering former President Walter Lawrence (Lawry) Gulick as a dedicated architect of a more inclusive and diverse Laurentian community—served by the rigorous liberal arts education he championed. Gulick died January 28, 2023 at the age of 95.
Geology Students Embark on Global Adventure to Examine Volcanoes
Last month, geology majors embarked on a global adventure during a nine-day volcanology excursion to Tenerife, Canary Islands. Students, joined by St. Lawrence geology faculty, including Nagel-Myers and Sarah Brehm, navigated world-class geologic sites and explored historic and pre-historic volcanic systems, guided by experts from GeoTenerife.News from Around Campus
MCSS Hosts Annual Majors Dinner
On February 1 the Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics (MCSS) department held its annual Majors Dinner for the first time in four years. Approximately 75 students and faculty gathered to discuss upcoming conferences, internship and job opportunities, and departmental events.Brush Gallery Digitizes Historic Haudenosaunee Charts
A series of Haudenosaunee educational charts from St. Lawrence University’s Owen D. Young Library Special Collections was recently digitized by staff from the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery. The charts, part of the Arthur and Shirley Einhorn Iroquois Collection MSS No. 196, were a gift to the University from the Einhorn family in 2015.Events
Climate Survey Information Sessions
- Sullivan Student Center 336 The time has come for the HEDS Campus Climate Survey for Diversity and Inclusion! Every member of the SLU community is invited to attend in-person and virtual information sessions, and to participate in the confidential and anonymous survey.Athletics
Saints Basketball Dominates Home Court Matchups; Seasons Continue
It was a winning weekend for the Saints! Women's basketball secured a 68-57 win over RIT on Saturday after defeating William Smith 82-59 on Friday and dominating Clarkson 74-47 at home last week while Saints men's basketball beat RIT 88-71 on Saturday after securing a 73-67 win over Hobart on Friday. The wins for the Scarlet and Brown continued with men's hockey shutting out Brown 6-0 on the road while women's hockey skated to a 3-2 overtime win over Cornell at home. Saints squash wrapped up its 2023 Liberty League Championships on home court this weekend after the women's team secured three sets of 8-0 wins over Vassar, Bard, and Denison before falling to William Smith in the championship match on Sunday while the men's team topped Bard 8-1 and Hobart 5-4 before falling to Rochester on Sunday. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.
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Celebrating Lunar New Year
The International House (I-House) and Asian Students Intercultural Association (A.S.I.A) celebrated Lunar New Year with a teatime spent sharing dumplings and laughs, crafting origami rabbits, and enjoying music with friends to ring in a prosperous year ahead. View the photos on the St. Lawrence Instagram account.
News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form.
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News Digest: August 29, 2022
August 29News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
University News & Stories
Faculty and Staff Honored, Awarded Promotions at Annual Convocation Ceremony
To mark the beginning of a new academic year and celebrate the contributions of all members of the St. Lawrence community, the University honored several employees with awards for their outstanding service and recognized a number of faculty who earned tenure and promotions during their annual Convocation event. The ceremony was held outside in the Herring-Cole Grove on Wednesday, August 25.
St. Lawrence Welcomes Class of 2026
The Class of 2026 are leaders in and out of the classroom. They’re artists and performers, entrepreneurs, athletes, and advocates. Even before they matriculated on August 21, 2022, they set the bar high for future Laurentians. They came to St. Lawrence with a cumulative four-year GPA of 92.3—a record for an incoming class.
Financing the Future
Earlier this year, St. Lawrence University received its largest George I. Alden Trust grant award to create a new, state-of-the-art Bloomberg Finance Lab in Owen D. Young Library (ODY) in support of the new finance major.
Laurentians Inspire: Alaska Boat Captain Casts a Net on Sustainability
This summer Jessica Normandeau ’15 set sail on her newest business venture: captain of a 32-foot vessel in Bristol Bay, Alaska. With grueling 18-hour workdays and a lot of creative problem solving, she’s part of a small percentage of women sustainably harvesting fish from the world’s largest, completely wild, sockeye salmon run.News from Around Campus
Gallery Director Presents Research at International Conference
In August, Director of the Richard F. Brush Gallery Catherine Tedford presented an illustrated online paper titled "Street Stickers as Subversive Visual Discourse" at the 2022 International Visual Literacy Association conference.Events
"Stickiness," Lecture by Chris Ingraham
- Griffiths Room 123 University of Utah Associate Professor of Communication Chris Ingraham will present a lecture in conjunction with the "Inspiring, Controversial, Obey!" exhibition on display through Saturday, Sept. 3. at the Richard F. Brush Gallery.
Auditions for Silent Sky
- Gulick Theatre, Noble Center Science+ Feminism+ Theatre: What could be better? Auditions for the Fall 2022 University Theatre production of "Silent Sky" by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Jen Thomas will be held on Thursday, September 1 from 7-9 p.m. in Gulick Theatre. Audition appointments due to scheduling conflicts are available upon request.
Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presents: Inspiring, Controversial, Obey!
- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery presents work by one of the most well-known contemporary American street artists, Shepard Fairey on display from Wednesday, August 10 through Saturday, September 3. In celebration of the exhibition, the community is invited to participate in a sticker design contest. Submissions are due Thursday, September 1 at noon.Athletics
Saints Honor Laurentian During Run4Ryan
The St. Lawrence University men's and women's cross country and track and field programs held the 15th Annual Run4Ryan Alumni Run on Saturday. The 5 and 6K event brought together alumni, current students, and the local community to honor late Saints athlete, Ryan Wells '05. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.
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Fall 2022 Semester Begins at St. Lawrence
St. Lawrence students are back on campus and ready for new adventures! View photos from the first week of classes on the St. Lawrence Facebook page.
News Digest is a weekly compilation of the news releases and Web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form.
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News Digest: May 2nd, 2022
May 2News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
University News & Stories
Celebrating Student Scholarship and Creativity
After spending a year or more investigating topics that spark their curiosity and motivate them to dig deeper, St. Lawrence students presented their research findings and showcased their talents during this year's Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity on Friday, April 29.
St. Lawrence Staff Member Earns Regional Award
St. Lawrence Executive Director of Campus Services and Outreach René Thatcher was named the inaugural recipient of the Mark Berman Community Outreach Award, recognizing her commitment to uniting people in the field of higher education.
St. Lawrence Recognizes Moving-Up Day Award Winners
St. Lawrence University announced its 2021-22 Moving-Up Day academic award winners, as well as Phi Beta Kappa and Omicron Delta Kappa’s newest inductees on Saturday, April 30.
St. Lawrence Honors Retirees, Anniversaries
St. Lawrence University recognized faculty and staff retirements and celebrated employee anniversaries at a ceremony recognizing a combined total of 175 years of service to St. Lawrence from those marking their 25th anniversary—and a staggering 977 years of service among our retirees.News from Around Campus
Chalk-o-late: Chocolate Passport Project Creates Street Art
Students in Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Sara Ashpoles' Environment & Chocolate First-Year Seminar recently shared their values surrounding food sovereignty and sustainability through on-campus street art created using chalk.Student's Work Published in Time Out London During London Semester Program
Sarath Novas ’23 is currently abroad in London and participating in a work placement with Time Out London, a global media and hospitality business writing about events, food, and attractions in cities around the world. Several of her news stories about springtime events were recently published online but the London-based media group.Events
CIIS Annual Lecture
- Sykes The Patti McGill Peterson Center for International and Intercultural Studies is pleased to welcome Dr. Eve Stoddard as this year's CIIS Annual Lecture speaker.
SLU Writers Series Presents Poet J. Drew Lanham
- Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall - Masks are required The Writer's Series is pleased to welcome J. Drew Lanham, an award-winning poet and an alumni distinguished professor of wildlife ecology in the Forestry and Environmental Conservation Department at Clemson University. This reading is supported in part by the Sandra Nelson Memorial Poetry fund.Athletics
Saints Shatter Records; Head to Liberty League Championships
The Saints track and field teams dominated the Intercollegiate Twilight Meet as Kimberly Merchant ’22 set a program record in the discus and several Saints secured top spots in their competitions as they head into the Liberty League Championships this weekend. Women’s lacrosse is headed to the Liberty Leagues after defeating RIT 21-14 to set a new program record for wins in a season and securing a 16-13 victory over Nazareth while men’s tennis beat Ithaca 6-3 after dominating SUNY Oswego 9-0 on the road. Saints Baseball defeated Skidmore 15-5 and 18-8 in a doubleheader after securing a 22-6 win over SUNY Canton 22-6 earlier in the week. Over the weekend, the softball team concluded its regular season while the men’s and women’s rowing and golf teams closed their respective seasons during the Liberty League Championships. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.
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Tapping Into Tradition
A beloved campus tradition returned to our campus during Moving-Up Day. The Omicron Delta Kappa honor society tapping ceremony welcomed several new members in recognition of their scholarship, leadership, service, and creativity. Watch a video of the tapping ceremony on the St. Lawrence Instagram account.
News Digest is a weekly compilation of the news releases and Web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday.
Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form or by contacting Jessica Kennedy in University Communications at (315) 229-1808.
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News Digest: June 13
June 13News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
In Memory
On Thursday, June 2, and Monday, June 13 President Morris sent messages to the community about the life and impact of two Laurentians who recently passed away. Read about St. LawrenceTrustee Emeritus Martin “Marty” Richman ’50. Read about retired St. Lawrence staff member Duane Clookey.
University News & Stories
St. Lawrence Student Government Gives $1 Million in Support of Student Mental Health Care
The Thelomathesian Society is donating $1 million to create an endowed fund aimed at increasing the availability of student mental health care on the St. Lawrence University campus. It is an unprecedented gift, forged in part by two years of pandemic hardship.
Class of 2022 Recognizes History Professor with Outstanding Faculty Award
Members of St. Lawrence University’s Class of 2022 nominated and selected Charles A. Dana Professor of History Liz Regosin to receive the 2022 Owen D. Young Outstanding Faculty Award.
Class of 2022 Honors Staff Member with Kathleen Buckley Award
In recognition of her compassion for students and commitment to going above and beyond for the St. Lawrence community, Student Activities and Leadership staff member Ashlee Downing-Duke was awarded the Kathleen Buckley Outstanding Staff Member Award.
Get to Know St. Lawrence's New Biomedical Sciences Major
St. Lawrence’s new biomedical sciences major is hands-on, experiential, versatile, and designed for students who are curious to explore big questions regarding health and disease. In this Q&A, Associate Professor of Biology Karin Heckman and Sarah Johnson ’82 Professor of Biology and Psychology Ana Estevez share the benefits of majoring in biomedical sciences at a liberal arts institution, what makes the program unique, anhow faculty and staff support students’ career aspirations.
Faculty Focus–June 13, 2022
Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published journal articles and book chapters, coordinated international conferences, and shared their career journeys as podcast guests.News From Around Campus
Five Off-Campus Study Alumni Published in Journal
Five St. Lawrence University students who studied off-campus in 2018 were selected to have their experiences (photos, stories, and written reflections) published in The Aleph: A journal of global perspectives, created by Hobart and William Smith Colleges and Union College.Athletics
Saints Inducted into Hall of Fame
After a two-year hiatus, Saints Athletics celebrated the Class of 2020 Hall of Fame inductees during Reunion Weekend. Read who was inducted on the Saints Athletics Instagram account.
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Reunion Rewind
Laurentians representing their 15th, 25th, 35th, 50th, 55th, 60th, 65th, 70th, and 75th reunion milestones, along with the Class of 2021, recently returned to campus for a weekend filled with old friendships and new memories. While we can’t put the weekend on rewind, revisiting the friends, laughter, and memories might be the next best thing. Watch a video of Reunion Weekend 2022 on the St. Lawrence Facebook page.
News Digest is a weekly compilation of the news releases and Web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form or by contacting Jessica Kennedy in University Communications at (315) 229-1808.
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News Digest: September 12, 2023
September 12News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
University News & Stories
At the Farm, Market, or Office, Student Interns Make Local Impact
Every summer, St. Lawrence students immerse themselves in the North Country community while working alongside local organizers, advocates, farmers, and business leaders, thanks to the St. Lawrence University Public Interest Corps (SLUPIC).
Faculty and Staff Honored, Awarded Promotions at Annual Convocation Ceremony
Marking the start of a new academic year, faculty, staff, and university personnel gathered to celebrate the contributions of all members of the St. Lawrence community. The University recognized faculty who earned tenure and promotions during the annual Convocation and honored several employees with awards for their outstanding service.
Federal Grant Supports Commitment to Student Mental Health and Well-Being
St. Lawrence University has received a three-year, $287,061 grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to support its Comprehensive Care Network (CCN) Project. The project will use evidence-based approaches to improve the identification and treatment of at-risk students and expand access to services that address mental health, suicide prevention, and substance misuse.Events
Poetry for Peace Series
- Brush Art Gallery Join us at Poetry for Peace. All are welcome to read a poem, or just listen!
SLU Writers Series presents Tom Piazza
- Sykes Common Room For over 50 years the Writers Series program at St. Lawrence University has welcomed all varieties of authors including Pulitzer Prize winners. This week we present Tom Piazza.
Organ Concert Series ~ Music for Rosh Hashanah
- Gunnison Memorial Chapel Join us for the first Organ Concert Series of the semester, featuring Ad Hoc Singers : Alexandra Jacobs Wilke, Jennifer Blewett, Julia Pomainville, Chris Rediehs, and Jim Fryer, with Laura Rediehs, flute and Sondra Goldsmith Proctor, Musician-in-Residence.
Richard F. Brush Art Gallery to Present Gallery Talk with Kathryn Myers
- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery will present a gallery talk with Professor Kathryn Myers, Art & Art History, University of Connecticut, Everyday Revelations: Researching, Collecting, and Living with Indian Art.
Visiting Scholar to Present Data Science for Social Justice
- Gulick Auditorium St. Lawrence University's chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa honorary society will sponsor a presentation by Visiting Scholar Talitha Washington, president of the Association for Women in Mathematics and director of the National Data Science Alliance.Athletics
Scarlet and Brown Triumph
Starting off strong this week the men's golf team took the win with Cooper Evans placing first place at the Clarkson Invitational, his second career title from the Golden Knights. Saints football followed suit with a 14-7 home victory against Norwich University. In women’s soccer, Lilly Stone ’26 and Zoe Rogan ’27 tallied first career goals, defeating Castleton University and closing the Manchester Cup with a 3-0 win.
For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.
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Congratulations, Nathan Turtledove ’23!
During this US Open season, we’d like to congratulate our very own tennis champ Nathan Turtledove ’23, who was presented with the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s prestigious 2023 Ann Lebedeff Leadership Award as endowed by Billie Jean King at a banquet in New York City on Aug. 26. View photos from the banquet on the St. Lawrence Facebook account.
News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Monday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications content request form.
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News Digest: August 19, 2025
August 19News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information. Submit Your News.
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Happiest Students. Best Science Labs. Most Accessible Professors. Princeton Review Names St. Lawrence a 2026 Standout
St. Lawrence University has earned high marks across the board in The Princeton Review’s 2026 college rankings, securing its place once again among the “Best 391 Colleges” and appearing on Top-25 lists in 12 different categories.
Ultramarathoner Jeff Mogavero ’16 Found His Stride While Running Trails at St. Lawrence
St. Lawrence alumnus Jeff Mogavero ’16 recorded the fastest debut in race history at the 52nd annual Western States Endurance Run held June 28-29—the oldest and most prestigious 100-mile ultramarathon in the United States—where he finished in fourth place with a time of 14 hours, 30 minutes, and 11 seconds.
Spafford Family Gives $1 Million to Expand Access at St. Lawrence University
St. Lawrence University has received a $1 million gift from alumnus Jeff Spafford ’88 and his wife, Amy, to establish the Spafford Family Endowed Scholarship Fund. The fund will provide financial support for students, ensuring access to the life-shaping experiences that define a St. Lawrence education.
Douglas Foundation Makes $1 Million Gift to Support Kirk Douglas Hall
St. Lawrence University has received a $1 million gift from the Douglas Foundation to support the long-term maintenance and care of Kirk Douglas Hall, the residence and community hub named for the legendary actor and philanthropist, Class of 1939.News from Around Campus
Ella Martel '27, McNair Scholar, wins oral presentation award at local conference
Ella Martel '27, a junior biomedical sciences major, recently participated in the Research and Posters Showcase at nearby Clarkson University and won best undergraduate oral presentation in the Biomedical and Health Sciences category.
Religious Studies Department gains access to Gale Special Collections
St. Lawrence University faculty, students, and staff now have access to a special collection of six resources from Gale, a global provider of research and learning resources. The collection includes FBI files on political organizations, activism, and domestic surveillance in the 20th century.Events
A Culture Is Not a Costume
- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The last week to view this exhibit, "A Culture Is Not a Costume" is based on "Understanding the Differences Between Cultural Appropriation and Cultural Appreciation," a traveling exhibition organized by the Akwesasne Cultural Center.
Current States of Being: Exploring AI’s Influence on Memory, Identity, and Creativity
- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The last week to view this exhibit, "Current States of Being" brings together works by three artists: Danielle Ezzo, Ameera Kawash, and Eryk Salvaggio. Each artist critically engages with AI as both a tool and a subject, unraveling its biases, possibilities, and entanglements with history.
Matriculation 2025
- Newell Field House St. Lawrence University welcomes first-year and returning students to campus for the 2025-26 academic year. The event will take place in person and be available via livestream.
Convocation 2025: Honoring Faculty Excellence at St. Lawrence University
- Herring-Cole Grove St. Lawrence University will open the 2025-2026 academic year with its annual Convocation ceremony on Wednesday, August 27, at 4:30 p.m. in the Herring-Cole Grove. This formal academic tradition recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of faculty and staff.Social Media
Student Research Investigates Ways to Save Lives
Alice Khalil ’27, a neuroscience major and chemistry minor from Baniyas, Syria, spent her summer working on a faster, more sensitive way to detect heart attacks in their earliest stages. In the lab with Professor of Chemistry Samantha Glazier, she conducted research aimed at detecting even the smallest traces of troponin more accurately and earlier than current methods allow.
Learn about Alice's Research on the St. Lawrence Instagram account.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.