Nature is your classroom in our conservation biology program. As protecting the world’s natural resources and wildlife becomes increasingly important, you’ll learn how to conduct research and effectively communicate with...
In the History Department, you’ll use the past as a tool to understand the present moment. That means tracing today’s major themes— like nationalism, capitalism, or environmentalism— back to their...
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Jonathan Kent ’04 Will Lead Enrollment at His Alma MaterFollowing a national search that drew a highly competitive pool of candidates, St. Lawrence University is welcoming back one of its own. Jonathan Kent ’04 returned to his alma mater to begin his new role as Vice President for Enrollment Management and Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid on July 7. |
Campus Barbecues Make Summer Wednesdays SizzleFor at least the last 15 years, every Wednesday over the summer at noon the smell of grilled burgers and hot dogs attracts students, faculty, and staff remaining on campus for a communal barbecue outside Johnson Hall of Science. |
St. Lawrence's Special Collections Featured in The Wall Street JournalSt. Lawrence University’s Owen D. Young Library Special Collections received national attention in a recent Wall Street Journal article titled “The Ultimate American Summer Adventure: Exploring the Adirondacks by Canoe." |
Alumni in Action-July 15, 2025Several St. Lawrence alumni were featured by news outlets and recognized for inspiring professional accomplishments. This edition features alumni recognized for business leadership, and leading top universities and corporations in communications and marketing. |
Faculty Focus-July 15, 2025Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published articles in high-impact journals, were invited to be distinguished speakers, edited groundbreaking books, and wrote op-eds on timely and important topics. |
Kayaking for ~Summer Research~ 🛶 🌱Research isn’t always done in a lab. For University Fellow Peyton Robbins ’26, it’s done in a kayak. He’s working with Professor of Biology Brad Baldwin this summer to explore how invasive water chestnuts affect North Country ecosystems. The work may be serious, but the commentary? Not so much. Follow Peyton along on the St. Lawrence Instagram page! |
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Happiest Students. Best Science Labs. Most Accessible Professors. Princeton Review Names St. Lawrence a 2026 StandoutSt. 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. LawrenceSt. 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 UniversitySt. 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 HallSt. 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. |
Ella Martel '27, McNair Scholar, wins oral presentation award at local conferenceElla 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 CollectionsSt. 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. |
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. |
Student Research Investigates Ways to Save LivesAlice 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. |
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St. Lawrence 2024 WrappedAs 2024 comes to a close, we're taking a look back at the moments that made this year one to remember. From iconic campus buildings, to the Saints who made our days brighter, this is your St. Lawrence Wrapped. View St. Lawrence Wrapped on our Instagram account. |
St. Lawrence University Students Catalog a Collection of Adirondack Photographs by Seneca Ray StoddardDuring the fall of 2024, two St. Lawrence students, Autumn Nealis ’25 and Sophia Roxo ’26, teamed up with Gallery Director Catherine Tedford and Curator of Special Collections Paul Doty to digitize and catalogue a collection of over 130 historical Adirondack photographs by Seneca Ray Stoddard housed at the Owen D. Young Library. |
104th Annual Candlelight Service- Gunnison Memorial Chapel Join members of the St. Lawrence community for the 104th Annual Candlelight Service. The service will feature the Laurentian Singers, St. Lawrence Choral Society, and Candlelight Children's Chorus. |
Saints Earn ECAC Accolades and Net WinsWomen’s Hockey: Senior captain Abby Hustler was named the ECAC Hockey Forward of the Week, presented by Bluebird Hotels, the league office announced Tuesday morning. Hustler notched a goal and three assists, as the team recorded a sweep over Harvard and Dartmouth at Appleton Arena over the weekend. Hustler leads the Saints with six goals and 16 assists for 22 points this season. Hustler's 22 points ties for eighth in the ECAC. Men’s Hockey: Sophomore Mason Kucenski was named MAC Goaltending Goalie of the Week for the third time this season, as announced by the ECAC league office on Monday morning. Kucenski started both games this past weekend for the Saints going 1-0-1 and playing 125 minutes between the pipes. The netminder stopped 29 shots in the Scarlet and Brown's 3-2 win over No. 13/14 Dartmouth on Friday and made 26 in a shutout against Harvard on Saturday to complete his weekend. Men’s Squash: First-year Grégory Malsang took Rookie of the Week honors at the conference level after earning his first career win this past Sunday against the University of Rochester. At number two, Malsang faced Rochester’s Omar Zakaria and, following a nail-biting 11-9 win, Malsang won the second game 11-2 to take a commanding lead. The newcomer closed the set with an 11-6 result to pick up the victory. Track and Field: Both men’s and women’s track and field had first place finishes on home turf this weekend. They competed in the Saints Holiday Relays and finished at the top of the team score table in the competition that featured six other schools. First-years Isla Bougard Duncan and Erik Marelli each set personal records as they opened their collegiate careers on a high note–and Marelli won the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 8.98. Sophomore Quinn Sirgany also took first place in the women’s mile run. For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
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Celebrating 19 Years of Kaleidoscope! 🎉Last week, the St. Lawrence community came together to celebrate 19 years of Kaleidoscope! Started in 2006 by Victor Kai-Rogers '08 from Freetown, Sierra Leone, the annual tradition celebrates the many cultures represented in our community through performance and art. Hosted by the I-House and International Student Services, the event wrapped up World Languages Week with an exciting showcase of global music, dance, fashion, and food. A heartfelt thank you to all who made this celebration possible, but especially to those who took the stage to share their customs and traditions with us. ❤️🤎 View photos from the celebration on the St. Lawrence Instagram page. |
Holding History: Dr. Rosales Examines Ice Core Dating Back 420,000 YearsEnvironmental Studies Professor Jon Rosales attended an ice core workshop at the U.S. Geological Survey’s Ice Core Facility in Colorado as a side event to a conference he presented at in Boulder. Pictured here he is holding the bottom of the 2.2 mile long famous Vostok ice core. |
Paddle, Portage, Party!: Digitizing Photographs in St. Lawrence University’s Special CollectionsAutumn Nealis ’25 and Sophia Roxo ’26 teamed up with Gallery Director Catherine Tedford and Curator of Special Collections Paul Doty to digitize and catalogue a collection of over 130 historical Adirondack photographs by Seneca Ray Stoddard housed at the Owen D. Young Library. |
Astronomers Attend ASNY Spring MeetingEszter Keszthelyi '28 and physics professors Aileen O'Donoghue and Jeffrey Miller attended the spring meeting of the Astronomical Society of New York held at Cornell University. |
MCSS holds 13th Pi-athlon in Celebration of Pi DaySt. Lawrence's Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics held its 13th Pi-athlon to celebrate Pi Day. Held at Peterson Quantitative Resource Center in Valentine Hall, students partook in various events including Sudoku, mathematically themed video games, puzzle making, etc. |
Exploring the Mediterranean Voice in Opera: A Talk with Lara Jokhadar- Carnegie 10 In this engaging talk, Lara Jokhadar, a Lebanese-Canadian soprano, will explore how Mediterranean stories, languages, and vocal traditions have shaped the world of opera. She will highlight how singers from the region bring their unique cultural backgrounds to the global stage, keeping the Mediterranean spirit alive in classical music today. |
Urinetown: The Musical- Gulick Theatre University Theatre presents "Urinetown: The Musical," a humorous romp that leaves no one spared–corrupt politicians, greedy CEOS, universities, revolutionaries, and even other musicals. Performances will take place April 10, 11, 12 at 7:30 p.m. and April 13 at 2 p.m. in Guilick Theatre. |
SLU Writers Series Presents Andrew Zawacki- Herring-Cole Feinstone Room Join us for the final Writers Series event of the year as we welcome poet Andrew Zawacki. This reading is supported in part by the Sandra Nelson Memorial Poetry Fund. |
Aeolian Trio Brings the Sound of Salvation: Zen Music & Japanese Bamboo Flute Performance- Sullivan Student Center, Winston Room This concert offers a unique experience, bringing together the extraordinary talents of shakuhachi (flute) master and California native Bruce Huebner, New York-based Japanese guitarist Shu Odamura, and percussion virtuoso Todd Isler, whose expertise spans South Asian and Middle Eastern rhythms. |
SLU Wind Ensemble Concert: American Composers and the American Experience- Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Music by George Gershwin, Percy Grainger, and Leonard Bernstein will be performed. “Arabesque” by Samuel Hazo and “From the Delta” by William Grant Still will be featured. |
Saints Reach Milestones and Sweep Opponents
For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
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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. |
St. Lawrence Mourns the Death of Former President GulickSt. 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 VolcanoesLast 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. |
MCSS Hosts Annual Majors DinnerOn 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 ChartsA 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. |
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. |
Saints Basketball Dominates Home Court Matchups; Seasons ContinueIt 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. |
Celebrating Lunar New YearThe 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. |
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St. Lawrence Celebrates First ‘Real’ Graduation for Class of 2024In a celebration of academic and extracurricular achievement, resilience, and community spirit, over 500 members of the St. Lawrence University Class of 2024 participated in the University’s Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 19, in Newell Fieldhouse. |
Making Their Mark in the Universe: Meet the Class of 2024On Sunday, May 19, the Class of 2024 collected their diplomas and walked across the Commencement stage toward their shining futures. In honor of their Commencement, we asked some of our grads to reflect on their St. Lawrence experiences, including their favorite classes and proudest achievements. Now that they’ve left their mark on campus, read on to see what's in store for their next adventures. |
St. Lawrence in the News - May 21, 2024This regular roundup features a selection of recent mentions of St. Lawrence University and its students, faculty, and staff in regional, national, and international media outlets. |
Five Alumni to Receive 2024 Awards from Alumni Executive CouncilSt. Lawrence University’s Alumni Executive Council has announced that Patricia “Pat” Romeo-Gilbert ’74, P’09, Dr. Kathleen "KB" J. Brown ’79, Henry “Hank” A. Ashforth III ’80, and M. Keefe Gorman ’84, P’21 will receive Alumni Citations for their dedication and service to the Laurentian Community, while Eric “Rick” P. Ankerud ’78 will receive the Sol Feinstone Award for Humanitarian Service. |
Gallery Reception with Artist Mark Klett '74- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presented in conjunction with "Change Is a More Accurate Measure of Time" Photographs by Mark Klett '74, on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery, May 30 - September 21, 2024. Join Klett '74 on May 31 as he welcomes you to a reception taking place at 3:00 p.m. |
Congratulations Class of 2024! ❤️🤎The Class of 2024’s Commencement was an extra special occasion—for many, it was their first “real” graduation after their high school ceremony was cancelled due to the global pandemic. You've left your mark on our campus with your creativity, resilience, and profound care for one another. You've built a community of scholars, athletes, artists, and activists that will continue to support and inspire you for the rest of your life. It's been an honor to watch you grow and it’s an honor to celebrate your commencement. Thank you for sharing this adventure with us... now on to your next one! Congratulations! View the commencement recap video or some of the photos captured throughout the celebration on the official St. Lawrence University Instagram Account. For a larger selection of photos from the weekend of events, visit the official St. Lawrence University Facebook Page. |
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Dutch Knuckle, Poundcake, and Little DickensHow two Laurentians' cheesemaking venture led them to discover the entrepreneurship of farming in the heart of the Adirondack mountains. |
Richard F. Brush Gallery to Present Micro-Worlds, the A&AH Senior Seminar Exhibition- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery This exhibition is a culmination of student artwork that inspire viewers to look introspectively at the unique ways in which people choose to live their lives. Throughout life, individuals create their own micro-worlds of thoughts, actions, and beliefs. |
Commencement Weekend 2025- Congratulations, St. Lawrence Class of 2025! The Laurentian community will come together in a campus-wide celebration of the graduating class. The commencement ceremony will be held Sunday, May 18. |
Laurentian Singers Commencement Concert- Gunnison Memorial ChapelThis special performance will celebrate the graduating class of St. Lawrence University, featuring beloved pieces from past years as well as new music to honor the occasion. Enjoy an unforgettable... |
Saints Varsity 8 Wins Great ADK Boat RaceSaints men's rowing continued its undefeated season as the Varsity 8 topped Union at the Great Adirondack Boat Race on Sunday at Long Lake. The weekend wins for the Scarlet and Brown continued at the CNY Fast Chance in Utica where Hayley Castagnier'23 ran a career-best and won the 100-meter dash to lead the women's track and field team while Erik Geier '23 and William Hauf '25 of the men's team had career-best performances. Several Saints earned recognition from the Liberty League for their athletic and academic performance. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
Unlimited Support for ConservationThe Ducks Unlimited Chapter at St. Lawrence recently hosted its Spring Sportsman’s Night Out Banquet. Together with students, alumni, local community members, and remote sponsors, the fundraising event raised nearly $19,000 toward direct wetland conservation. Supporters enjoyed delicious food, exciting raffle prizes, live music, and great company. View photos from the event on the St. Lawrence Instagram. |
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First Person: Helping to Make a Championship Team ShineIf you walk about 15 minutes down the Avenue of the Elms, where the Saddlemire Trail and Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course meet, you will find the Elsa Gunnison Appleton Riding Hall. Read more about Tess Downing '24 and how she helped make a championship team shine. |
Santee Frazier selected to attend Amant Residency Siena - Summer 2024Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing Santee Frazier has been selected to attend the Amant Residency Siena for the summer of 2024. |
Seniors Present Results of SYE ResearchGraduating seniors give their final talk of their undergraduate careers for the spring semester's SYE Advanced Laboratory. |
Students Inducted into Physics Honorary SocietyFive students were inducted into Sigma Pi Sigma, an honor society recognizing students' outstanding scholarship in physics. |
Commencement Weekend 2025- Congratulations, St. Lawrence Class of 2025! The Laurentian community will come together in a campus-wide celebration of the graduating class. The commencement ceremony will be held Sunday, May 18. |
Saint to Saint Women's Summit! ❤️🤎We’re still feeling inspired as we reflect on the Saint to Saint Women's Summit presented by our Center for Career Excellence and University Advancement. The summit brought together 31 students with alumnae and parents representing a range of professional paths for a day focused on leadership, empowerment, and navigating professional and personal journeys. Keynote speaker and leadership development consultant Kathryn Mayer '82 shared insights from her forthcoming book “The Productive Perfectionist: A Woman’s Guide to Smashing the Shackles of Perfectionism.” Small business owner and doctor of chiropractic Lisa Francey Towle '92 spoke to the group on the importance of wellbeing and self-care. The program also included lots of opportunities for students to network with our amazing alumnae and parents. Special thanks to Mary Pat Suits '83 and Dan Suits '83 who generously funded the Summit. On Monday, our celebration of women continued with presentations by Laurentian-in-Residence Dr. Allison Hill-Edgar P’25. A visual artist and MD, she began her visit with a lecture on menopause in Leah Rohlfsen’s Women’s Health and Aging class, shared dinner and conversation with a small group of students, and delivered a campus-wide lecture to a highly engaged crowd, “Dissecting Gender in Medicine: Reassessing Anatomical Representations of the Female Body.” Read about the summit and more on our official St. Lawrence University Facebook Account. |
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