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  1. News Digest: May 9, 2022

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    May 9

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

    In Memory

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    On Tuesday, May 3 President Morris sent a message to the St. Lawrence community sharing news of the passing of Thomas Foster ’24 from Brookfield, Connecticut, and sharing resources during this difficult time. Laurentians are invited to share memories and read reflections about Thomas on the memorial website. Read the message. 

    University News & Stories

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    St. Lawrence Named One of the Nation’s Best Colleges by Princeton Review

    The Princeton Review has once again recognized St. Lawrence University as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate students, applauding its outstanding alumni network and internships in the recent publication, “Best Value Colleges for 2022.”
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    Laurentians. Liberal Arts. Legacy.

    Don ’70 and Suzanne Martin’72 have seen how a St. Lawrence liberal arts education can influence lives–including their own. Now, they have a message for Laurentians.
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    Get to Know St. Lawrence’s New Digital Media and Film Major

    In an ever-shifting media landscape, St. Lawrence’s new digital media and film major will empower students to think critically and creatively about the content they consume and produce. Program co-chairs Sarah Knobel, associate professor of art and art history, and Brook Henkel, associate professor of German and film studies, shared what students can expect from this innovative new major.
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    Faculty Focus–May 9, 2022

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published research articles with student co-authors and shared their novels and research findings during conferences and events around the globe.

    News from Around Campus

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    Spring 2022 A&AH Honorary Society Inductees

    Several students were inducted into the Art & Art History Department Honorary Society for Spring 2022 at the opening reception for the SYE Senior Art Exhibition

    World Languages Students Inducted Into Honor Societies

    Several students were recently inducted into National French, German, and Hispanic honor societies.
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    Student Connects Off-Campus Study, SYE Research, and Journalism

    The St. Lawrence abroad experience doesn't end when a student arrives back on campus. Skylar Bergeron ’22 presented her Global Studies Senior Year Experience (SYE) Honors project after participating in a semester abroad during the fall of 2021.

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    Athletics

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    Saints Lacrosse Teams Earn Bids to NCAAs

    The Saints Men’s and Women’s lacrosse teams are headed to the 2022 NCAA Tournaments! Continuing a record-breaking season, women’s lacrosse will face Tufts in a second-round game on May 15 in Medford, Massachusetts. After defeating Union 15-9 in the Liberty League Semifinal, the 10th in the nation-ranked men's team will head to Brunswick, Maine to matchup against SUNY Cortland on May 14. Success for the Scarlet and Brown continued with Saints Baseball defeating Vassar 20-5 and 5-4 while the riding team’s Fenn Novicki ’22 was named a National Champion and Allison Bauer ’22 earned Reserve National Champion honors at the IHSA Nationals. During the Liberty League Track and Field Championship, Kathleen Merchant ’22 won her third javelin title while Emma Palumbo ’25 won the 3,000-meter steeplechase, and Kimberly Merchant ’22 won the discus. Saints Women’s Rowing closed out the 2021-22 season at the National Invitational Rowing Championships while the second Varsity 8 led the men's rowing team with a first-place finish at the Great Adirondack Boat Race at Long Lake. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Celebrating Holi

    Students recently gathered together to celebrate Holi, a festival of water and color, the arrival of spring, the long awaited end of winter, and the blossoming of love. The colorful celebration was coordinated by The Asian Students Intercultural Association and SLU Peer Health Network.

    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.

  2. News Digest: May 7, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    May 7

    News 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.

    University News & Stories

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    St. Lawrence University Announces 2025 Commencement Speakers 

    In recognition of their outstanding accomplishments and enduring contributions to St. Lawrence University and the North Country community, Mike Ranger ’80, P’17, and Stephanie Ratcliffe P’13, ’16, will be honored during the Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 18. Professor of Education Jeff Frank will deliver the address to the Class of 2025.
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    Laurentians Outearn Prestigious Off-Campus Study Scholarships

    This Spring, 60 percent of St. Lawrence applicants to the Gilman Scholarship successfully received the award money. That’s more than double the national average recipient rate of about 25 percent.
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    Faculty Focus-May 7, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published peer-reviewed articles, were interviewed in high-impact publications, and won prestigious awards.
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    St. Lawrence in the News-May 7, 2025

    This 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.

    News from Around Campus

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    Adopt-a-Tree Takes Root on Arbor Day

    Faculty and Staff “Adopt” White Pines as Part of Arbor Day Celebration.
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    ENVS Students Presented at the Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity

    We are proud to recognize the Environmental Studies students who presented their work at this year’s Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity!
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    SLU Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree Planting at the Living Laboratory

    In celebration of Arbor Day, members of the St. Lawrence University community gathered at the Environmental Studies Living Laboratory for an afternoon of hands-on environmental action.

    World Languages Students Inducted into Honor Societies

    The Department of World Languages, Cultures, and Media held its annual Honorary Inductions on Thursday.

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    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.

    Athletics

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    Saints Advance to Liberty League Championships

    • Men’s Lacrosse: The Saints advanced to the Liberty League Championship game vs. RIT Sunday, but the Tigers held on for a 11-10 win. The team earned an at-large bid to the 2025 NCAA Tournament and will face Middlebury in the second round of the tournament at Tufts University on Saturday. Additionally, Six Saints were awarded All-League honors by the Liberty League conference office earlier this week. Seniors Bobby Wells, Caleb Torres, and Charlie Miele earned First-Team honors, while sophomore Daniel Mahoney, senior Padraic Condon and senior Michael Marinello earned Second-Team accolades.
    • Men’s Track and Field: The Saints placed fourth at the Liberty League championships, led by junior Nick Lyndaker, who was named the Most Outstanding Track Performer of the Meet. Lyndaker earned the honor with two dominant individual victories, taking first in the 1500-meter run with a time of 3:54.85 and claiming the 5000-meter title in 14:33.43. He now heads to the AARTFC championship.
    • Riding: Junior Harper Eskey was named the Region 2 High Point Rider for the third consecutive year, qualifying her for a spot in the Cacchione Cup High Point Rider competition this past weekend at the IHSA National Championships. She placed eighth overall.
    • Softball: The Saints wrapped up their regular season with back-to-back wins in non-conference play, beating SUNY Canton 12-1 and 10-1. Saints pitcher first-year Hannah Reardon threw a complete game with 10 strikeouts, earning Liberty League rookie of the week honors. They also finished their conference season with a DH loss at the hands of RPI, which locked them into fifth place and a date with the very same Engineers in the Liberty League tournament play-in game on Thursday morning. It’s the second consecutive tournament appearance for the Scarlet and Brown. 
    • Women’s Lacrosse:  Senior defender Brigette Gable earned Second-Team All-Liberty League honors, while senior midfielder Neve Ley and sophomore attack Jessica LaPlaca earned Third-Team accolades, the league office announced Tuesday morning.
    • 14th-Annual Athletics Golf Tournament: The St. Lawrence University Athletic Department annually hosts a golf tournament to benefit its goals and department mission. Join the St. Lawrence University athletic department for the 14th Annual Saints Athletics Golf Tournament on May 30, 2025.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    The Home Stretch 🥹

    As finals week unfolds, take a pause to breathe and enjoy this last week on campus. Whether you’re hitting the books or taking a much-needed break, let this little moment of spring serenity bring you a bit of calm. You’ve got this, Saints! Enjoy this peaceful view of campus on the St. Lawrence Instagram page. 

    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.

  3. News Digest: November 15, 2021

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    November 15

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

    Messages to the Community

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    Academic Affairs and Student Life sent a message to the community on Friday, Nov. 12 sharing weekly update on test results, outlining what the return to campus after Thanksgiving Break will look like, and providing information for students as they prepare to leave campus. Read the message. 

    University News & Stories

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    McNair Scholar Wins Award at 2021 Geological Society of America Conference

    The power of the St. Lawrence experience united Anuva Anannya ’22, Helen Eifert ’18, and Associate Professor and Chair of Geology Alexander K. Stewart in conducting award-winning research.
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    Faculty Focus - Nov. 15, 2021

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published book chapters and journal articles and used their expertise to provide insight into personal finance options.
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    St. Lawrence in the News - Nov. 15, 2021

    Faculty members and students were recently featured in local, national, and international media outlets advocating for climate change awareness, using their expertise to weigh in on international affairs, giving back to the local community, and sharing their experience as instructors at St. Lawrence.

    News from Around Campus

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    Building on the Success of Every Laurentian

    Originally Published in the Campaign Impact Report, September 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs and University Trustees Sarah E. Johnson ’82, P’15 and Jay W. Ireland ’77, P’00 reflect on the success of The Campaign for Every Laurentian.
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    Math Honor Society Welcomes New Members for Fall 2021

    The St. Lawrence chapter of the mathematical honor society, Pi Mu Epsilon, recently inducted 22 new members. Pi Mu Epsilon recognizes students who exhibit strong mathematical understanding in their mathematics coursework.

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    Celebrate International Education Week - Fall 2021!

    - Each November, St. Lawrence University joins the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Education in celebrating the contributions and impact of international students to St. Lawrence's campus and promoting awareness about opportunities to study off campus.
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    Poetry for Peace

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Read a poem you've written, a poem by a favorite poet, or just to listen to poems on a different theme at this event in the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery.
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    SLU Improv Lab Concert

    - Launders Underground The Improv Lab, directed by Tim Savage, will present a program of "Times and Places and Interesting Spaces."  The event is free and open to the public via livestream and in-person with limited seating.

    Athletics

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    Skating Saints Raise ECAC Hockey Banner

    With 2000+ of their closest friends in attendance, Men's Ice Hockey celebrated its 2021 ECAC Hockey Championship title by adding a new banner to the rafters of Appleton Arena on Friday.  View photos of the celebration on the St. Lawrence Facebook page. 

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    Saints Squash Dedicates Court to Enzo "ZoZo" Corigliano '22 

    This past Friday, members of the St. Lawrence University men's and women's squash teams were joined by University President Kathryn A. Morris and Senior Associate Vice President for Athletics Bob Durocher to honor the life and impact of Enzo Corigliano '22 as they dedicated a squash court in his honor. 

    Athletics: Weekly Roundup

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    NCAA Championship Invites for Members of Men's XC; Winter Sports Underway

    Following their performances at the NCAA Mideast Regional on Saturday, Jackson Hamilton ’23, George David Gowdy ’23, and Timothy Boyce ’25 have earned invitations to the NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country Championship in Louisville, Kentucky.  Men's Soccer closed their 2021 season after falling 2-0 to Washington College in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. Football closed their 2021 season with a 41-6 win over Buffalo State on Saturday, while Men’s Squash beat Hobart 7-2 and Women's Squash defeated William Smith 6-3 in their respective season openers. The Saturday wins continued with Women’s Swimming and Diving topping William Smith 113-95 and Women’s Basketball beating SUNY Poly 74-48 after defeating SUNY Potsdam 68-60 in their season opener last week. Men’s Basketball kicked off their season with a 80-67 win against Alfred State College on Friday and a 69-65 overtime win against Alfred University on Saturday.

    Visit SaintsAthletics.com for up-to-date news and scores. 

    Social Media

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    Adirondack Adventures

    With the Adirondack Mountains close by, adventures are never far away! St. Lawrence's I-House and Outing Club recently teamed up to bring members of our international student community out to Cranberry Lake for a day of canoeing. Whether students were new or experienced paddlers, everyone enjoyed the mountain views, some campfire s’mores, and the chance to come together. (Photo credit: Angeles Zúñiga '22) View more photos 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 contact Meg Keniston in University Communications at (315) 229-5565 with news items from your department or division, or news regarding student events and achievements.

  4. Engaging Africa

    Strengthening relationships for the next generation of international leadership

  9. Meet Eduardo Puerta '22

    Computer science and mathematics double major Eduardo Puerta '22 wants to make sure everyone feels included, whether he's on the field with his ultimate frisbee team or tutoring his peers in the Peterson Quantitative Resource Center (PQRC).