Equally entrepreneurial, there are those Laurentians whose idea of the “office” is hosting a wedding on a classic sailing sloop, sustainably harvesting salmon in Bristol Bay, Alaska, or digging up delicious potato varietals while restoring North Country soils. The outdoors in every Laurentian is not an accident; these examples show how the business of the outdoors comes with great responsibility.
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St. Lawrence Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IXDotty Hall, an influential coach, administrator, and teacher from 1968 until 2000, was on the vanguard of advancing women’s athletics at St. Lawrence before the enactment of Title IX, the watershed legislation that recognized gender equity in education as a civil right. On the 50th anniversary of Title IX, we’re celebrating Hall and her fellow coaches, athletes, and advocates who blazed the trail for women’s athletics at St. Lawrence. |
World Languages Professor Publishes New Book on Ming Dynasty TalesProfessor of World Languages, Cultures, and Media and Coordinator of Asian Studies Zhenjun Zhang recently collaborated with Professor Victor H. Mair of the University of Pennsylvania to publish a book that presents for the first time in English, 10 stories from China’s Ming Dynasty era. |
Laurentians Take On SLU Connect Boston 2022Who says networking can't be fun? Just ask any of the students on our most recent SLU Connect trip in Boston. They spent a week networking with members of our top-ranked alumni network and gaining insights into possible career paths—all while immersing themselves in the work/life culture of this historic city. |
St. Lawrence in the News-June 27, 2022Several faculty and students were featured in domestic and international media outlets for their international affairs expertise, innovative research projects, and sustainability initiatives. |
First Person: Discovering the Taste and Texture of MusicSmooth. Sweet. Soaring. Sorrowful. Ntsieng Botsane ’23 discovered new sensory dimensions of music while exploring New Orleans with her Rhetorical Traditions of the African World class. Throughout their experience, she and her classmates learned about the history of slavery and the influence of Black Americans on the rich music traditions for which the Birthplace of Jazz celebrated. |
Meet Caitlin French '23Caitlin French '23 knows how to make connections. As she heads into her final year at St. Lawrence, she's reflecting on how her passion for music, dedication to service work, and the alumni network helped her find her community. |
First Person: How I Helped Win the Arctic Opportunity Explorers Challenge in DenmarkWhile studying abroad in Copenhagen, Hayden '22 put his econ & global studies double major to the test during the Arctic Opportunity Explorers Challenge. Working with students from across the globe, he devised solutions to real-world problems in the Arctic. |
Swahili Teaching Fellow, Dennis Simiyu, Leads Short-Term Travel Component in KenyaStudents in an Elementary Swahili recently embarked on a journey to Kenya where they explored historical places and put their language skills into action. |
Dr. Tom Greene Leads Summer Course in LondonDuring the summer 2022 study abroad course, “London Spaces and UK Places," students examined place attachment and landscape aesthetics by exploring neighborhoods throughout London. |
The 2022 Kenyan Elections Discussion- Virtual Professor and Chair of History Matthew Carotenuto and Kenya Semester Program Assistant Director Michael Wairungu will participate in a virtual talk about the upcoming Kenya Elections hosted by the Brookings Institute. |
50th Anniversary of Title IXIn honor of the 50th anniversary of Title IX, Saints Athletics took a look back on the history of what is likely St. Lawrence’s first women’s athletic team. The determination of early basketball teams, nearly 80 years before the passage of Title IX, set in motion a rich and resilient tradition of women’s sports on campus. Learn more about Saints Athletics history and Title IX. |
Global ClassroomsSt. Lawrence students are eager to expand their understanding of people, places, and perspectives—especially through our off-campus study programs. During the 2021-2022 academic year, Laurentians called places like the United Kingdom, Denmark, Kenya, or Spain their home for a semester, immersing themselves in local culture, traditions, and even workplaces. Take a trip around the world from wherever you are and catch a glimpse of their experiences! View photos on the St. Lawrence Facebook page. |
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From Adirondack Glaciers to Bronze-Age Microbiomes, Six Science Research Topics That Kept Fellows Fascinated All SummerEvery year, inquisitive students spend their summers at St. Lawrence, working alongside faculty mentors and diving deep into the topics that spark their curiosity. Whether in the field or lab, summer research fellowships make it possible for students with an interest in hard sciences—like chemistry, biology, or math—to gain hands-on experience and communicate their findings. |
St. Lawrence Board Welcomes New MembersThe St. Lawrence University Board of Trustees is pleased to welcome new members. |
A&AH Professor acts as Juror for NYS Juried Art ExhibitArt and Art History Visiting Assistant Professor Rachael Marne Jones is the juror for the 2023 New York State Juried Art Exhibit at the Frederic Remington Art Museum. |
Blessing of the Animals- On the Quad Bring your pets - dogs, cats, rodents, birds, horses, or pictures! Join the Chaplain's Office and the Newman Club for the "Blessing of the Animals" on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 5 p.m. on the St. Lawrence Richard F. Brush '52 University Quad. |
Carnegie 10 International Film Series – The Endless Trench (La trinchera infinita)- Carnegie 10 In honor of the diversity of films from around the world and in homage to the indispensable Cinema 10 series of Potsdam, the Department of World Languages, Cultures & Media, and the Language Resource Center are pleased to present: The Endless Trench (La trinchera infinita) (2019) |
Weekend of Winning!This week, the Saints women’s hockey team started off strong with a 2-1 win over the University of Ottawa on Tuesday. The Scarlet and Brown later won 5-1 against Mercyhurst in the first of two games over the weekend. Their second match turned into a close game as the Saints were down by three points with only 1 minute and 17 seconds left in the game. Women's hockey scored three goals to tie the game and ultimately won in overtime, 6-5. The men's golf team also prevailed this weekend with a first-place win at the Oswego State Invitational. Sophomore Jimmy King ’26 took home the Liberty League Athletics Performer of the Week award. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
Research Topics That Fascinated Our Summer FellowsThis summer, our research fellows asked a lot of questions. Like, “What can glacial striations in the North Country tell us about climate change?” Or, “How do you build an enigma machine?” While searching for answers and testing solutions alongside their faculty mentors, they gained hands-on experience and sharpened their skills as scientists and mathematicians. Read more about their discoveries and view photos of the fellows on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. |
On Thursday September 28, President Morris sent a message to the community sharing that Pamela Shea died on September 5 at the age of 58. Dedicating 28 years as a building supervisor at St. Lawrence, she took the time to know students through her work. Read the Message.
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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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St. Lawrence Announces $500,000 Gift to Fund the Ken Okoth Black American Music ProjectThanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, St. Lawrence will honor the life and impact of a beloved Laurentian with the Ken Okoth ’01 Black American Music Project, which celebrates Black music history through visual displays, lectures, seminars, and live performances. |
Laurentian Makes a Sweet DonationAfter learning about the Chocolate Passport Project, Priscilla (Penny) Wightman ’74 was inspired to donate three boxes of books and resources about chocolate and sustainability to the St. Lawrence University Libraries. |
World Languages Week- Various Celebrate World Languages Week beginning Monday, March 21 through Saturday, March 26 with a series of events hosted by the Language Resource Center, International Student Services, the Department of World Languages, Cultures, and Media, and the Center for International and Intercultural Studies. |
Saints Dominate in Florida; Conclude Winter SeasonsSeveral Saints are dominating the competition in on-the-road matchups in Florida. Women’s tennis defeated Coe College 6-3 as softball beat Macalester 1-0 and New Paltz 8-3, and baseball swept Colby-Sawyer 2-1 and 8-3. Women’s lacrosse is on a winning streak after defeating Oswego 18-7 at home and Saint Michael’s 13-6 on the road while men’s lacrosse dominated SUNY Geneseo 20-6 and Nazareth 16-7. Timmy Boyce ’25 set a programmatic indoor record in the 800m at the NCAA DIII Track and Field Championships and the Women’s Hockey Commissioners Association announced that Lucy Morgan ’23 is a finalist for the Women’s Hockey Goalie of the Year Award. The Liberty League named squash players Lewis Anderson '25 Performer of the Year and Anannya Morey '25 Co-Rookie of the Year while tapping several squash players for the All-Liberty League Team and naming Scott Denne and Jamie Oakley Coaching Staff of the Year. The Skating Saints concluded its season after falling to Quinnipiac in the ECAC Quarterfinals while Alpine skiing’s Ava Mattson ’22 and Nordic skiing’s Brian Beyerbach '23 and Emma Strack '25 wrapped up their seasons at the NCAA Championships in Utah. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
Peterson '24, Team USA Win Gold in Mixed Relay RaceSydney Peterson '24 and Team U.S.A. won its first-ever mixed relay gold medal to close out the cross-country competition at the Paralympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. This is the third Paralympic medal for Sydney, who claimed bronze in women's free technique standing and silver in women's long-distance classical technique during her Paralympic Winter Games debut. Read the story. |
Celebrating Mailing DayFuture members of the St. Lawrence Class of 2026 are expected to receive their acceptance letters very soon! The St. Lawrence community and student experience were featured in a video created by the University Communications Student Marketing Team. Join us in welcoming the newest Laurentians and watch the video on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. |
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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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Back Where it All Began 🥹It all started four years ago in First-Year Program, where our soon-to-be graduates first came together as Saints. On Monday, members of the Class of 2025 were reunited with their FYPs to celebrate how far they’ve come since August 2021. From the FYP to the finish line, we’ve loved following their journey. View photos of the reunion on the St. Lawrence Instagram page. ❤️🤎 |
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. |
May College 2025: Engagement in the Age of Distraction- Eben Holden Faculty Development Committee is excited to announce that this year’s May College will host renowned author and teacher Dr. James (Jim) Lang, author of "Distracted." |
Visualizing the Adirondacks and St. Lawrence River ValleyThis online digital exhibition created by students in the “Adirondack Arts and Archives” First-Year Seminar features 44 art objects, cultural artifacts, publications, and even a locally crafted wooden canoe. Several items in the exhibition were created by Haudenosaunee artists. |
Saints Shine in NCAA Tournament
For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
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