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  1. 360-Degree Campus Tours

    In recent years, many of the spaces on our beloved campus have been revitalized, including historic buildings like Herring-Cole and Appleton Arena. Enjoy these 360-degree virtual tours of many of...

  2. Faculty Focus-October 17, 2022

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published journal articles and presented at domestic and international conferences.

  3. Faculty Focus - Feb. 15, 2021

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published research, shared their experiences, and spoke with industry experts through webinars and podcasts. 

  4. News Digest: October 31, 2022

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    October 31

    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, Oct. 25, President Morris sent a message to the community about the passing of Jim Shuman, associate professor emeritus of education at St. Lawrence, who across his nearly 50-year career, shared his love for teaching with students who became teachers and leaders who extend his legacy. Read the message

     

    University News & Stories

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    NSF Grant Funds St. Lawrence Computer Science Research

    A St. Lawrence graduate, now an assistant professor at the University, is part of a team of researchers that was awarded a National Science Foundation grant of $1.2 million to research high-performance computer components, their software, and how to make both perform better and last longer.
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    Discovering an Element of Confidence as a Chemistry Researcher

    While conducting research aimed at combating the opioid crisis, Emma Rothe ’24 discovered a newfound confidence in the lab.
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    Arts Council Intern Finds Connection and Career Inspiration

    Lifelong artist Mikayla Quinn '24 was drawn to an internship at the St. Lawrence County Arts Council, where she could use her talents to build community bonds while highlighting and celebrating North Country culture.

    Events

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    Utica: The Last Refuge Screening

    - NCAT Noble Center 108 Screening of Utica: The Last Refuge. Directed by Loch Phillips
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    Digital Media & Film Launch Party

    - The Underground (NC001) Do you want to know more about the new Digital Media and Film major? Join DMF faculty and students for an informal celebration and learn about all the new major has to offer.
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    Q&A with Director Loch Phillips

    - The Underground (NC001) Film Director, Loch Phillips, will show clips and answer audience questions about his latest documentary Utica: The Last Refuge.

    D&I Book Club Discussion "Caving Hawk: New and Selected Poems"

    - TBD Join the Diversity and Inclusion Book Club for a discussion of Maurice Kenny's "Caving Hawk: New and Selected Poems."

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series–Parallel Mothers

    - 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: Parallel Mothers (2021).
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    Organ Concert Series: Music of César Frank

    - Gunnison Chapel Celebrate the 200th anniversary of César Franck’s birth with organist Sondra Goldsmith Proctor.
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    Student Recital Performances

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Students who have been studying privately this semester will be performing solos or in small ensembles. The Recital will feature students in voice, violin, and clarinet.

    Curator's Lecture by Gwendolyn Saul

    - Griffiths Arts Center Room 123 Gwendolyn Saul is an ethnographer and cultural anthropologist interested in creative and innovative ways to implement critical Indigenous theory in museum spaces and practices. Join her for a lecture presented in conjunction with the Each One Inspired: Haudenosaunee Art across the Homelands from the New York State Museum exhibition on display at the Gallery.

    Athletics

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    Saints Skate to ECAC Sweep

    It was a great weekend to be a Saint as women's ice hockey dominated the competition during ECAC conference play at Appleton. The Scarlet and Brown skated to a 1-0 win over Union on Saturday after securing a 3-0 win over RPI on Friday. The wins continued with women's swimming and diving dominating Clarkson 135-95, field hockey topping Morrisville 3-0 to conclude its season, Saints football securing a 35-21 win over Rochester, and men's soccer defeating Hobart 1-0 after shutting out Plattsburgh 3-0 earlier in the week. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

    Social Media

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    A Halloween Tribute to Campus Spaces

    Happy Halloween, Saints! Celebrate with a tribute to one of the most quiet, cozy, magical spots on campus—Herring-Cole. 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.

  5. News Digest: October 14, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    October 14

    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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    Surgeon. Survivor. Humanitarian. Laurentian.

    Dr. Robert "Bob" Montgomery '82, P'14 has made a career out of defying odds—first as a surgeon, then as a patient, and now as a force behind one of the most consequential breakthroughs in modern medicine: xenotransplantation, the transplantation of genetically modified pig organs into humans.

    News from Around Campus

    Celebrating Community and Curiosity: A Look Back at the MAA Seaway Section Meeting

    Last weekend, St. Lawrence University proudly hosted the Mathematical Association of America Seaway Section Meeting—and what a vibrant, inspiring event it turned out to be!
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    Honoring the Memory of Dr. Carolyn “Carrie” Johns Dedication Ceremony

    On October 4, the Environmental Studies Department held a dedication ceremony at the Living Lab to honor the memory of Dr. Carolyn “Carrie” Johns. The event brought together close family, friends, and colleagues for a thoughtful remembrance of Carrie’s dedication to environmental education, community, and stewardship.

    Events

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    On Parkinson’s: Three Artists’ Journeys- Kristin Rehder, C. David Thomas, and Torrance York

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery With a provocative blend of personal experience, courage, and artistic integrity, the three artists in the exhibition have turned a lens on their own Parkinson’s disease. Reflecting the disease itself, which manifests differently in each person, the artists tell their individual stories through divergent photographic and printed methods.
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    Feeling Data: Art in Pursuit of Social Change

    - Griffiths Room 123 "Feeling Data: Art in Pursuit of Social Change" explores the intersection of science, data, and visual art as a means of confronting the climate crisis and inspiring collective action. Drawing from personal experiences in the Pacific Northwest and the American Southwest, Tyler W. Green’s practice transforms data sets, climate records, and mapping tools into conceptual frameworks for photography and installation.
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    Reshaping Jewish Orthodoxy Through the Arts in the Digital Age

    - Noble Center 109 Through a book reading and performed monologue, Dr. Jessica Roda and Malky Goldstein highlight the creativity, agency, and voices of women often missing from mainstream portrayals, exploring how media and performance reshape Orthodox life.

    Athletics

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    Saints Net Highlight-Reel Performances 

    Volleyball: The Saints won six of seven sets Saturday at the SUNY Potsdam Triad, earning wins over the Bears and Oswego State. They’re now 12-7 heading into a crucial conference weekend.

    Women’s Hockey: The Saints took Vermont to a shootout Friday after a 1-1 tie, highlighted by junior Abby Hehl’s viral between-the-legs goal that ranked No. 2 on SportsCenter’s Top 10. SLU sits No. 14 nationally after a 0-1-1 weekend vs. the Catamounts.

    Men’s Rowing: The Novice 8 led the Saints at the Head of the Genesee in Rochester, finishing second in 18:37.505 to top RIT (21:59.323).

    Men’s Hockey: Seniors Tyler Cristall, Isack Bandu, and Frankie Carogioiello scored to give SLU a 3-2 lead, and junior Gunnar Thoreson added two empty-netters in a 5-2 home-opening win over Vermont. Junior Mason Kucenski made 59 saves on the weekend and earned MAC Goaltending Goalie of the Week honors.

    Women’s Tennis: Seniors Angelica Aksdal-Jansen and Molly Jespersen swept the top singles and doubles flights at the Hamilton Invitational. Aksdal-Jansen defeated William Smith’s Haley Levine 6-0, 6-2 and teamed with Jespersen for a 6-1 doubles win. The senior also notched her 100th career victory on day one.

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

    Social Media

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    A Peek at Peak Weekend 🌄

    For 43 years, Peak Weekend has been one of St. Lawrence’s most unique and meaningful traditions, connecting students with the Adirondacks and with each other. This past weekend, students hiked across the High Peaks region, and together, they summited all 46 Adirondack High Peaks. More than just a weekend outdoors, Peak Weekend represents a deep sense of community, shared challenge, and a longstanding tradition rooted in adventure and place. Take a peek at some of the peaks and the students who summited them on the St. Lawrence Instagram page

    In Memory

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    On October 9, President Morris informed the Laurentian community about the passing of Ronald Waske '69, a beloved alumnus and longtime Head Athletic Trainer at St. Lawrence University. During his time here, Ron cared for and mentored generations of student-athletes, and shaped countless careers and lives. Ron is remembered for his deep knowledge, his generosity, and his commitment to others. Read the full message here

    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.

  6. Revisiting My ‘Why’

    President Morris reflects on the moments at St. Lawrence that remind her what drew her to a career in higher education.

  7. Woodworking and More

    by: Julia Crocker & Caroline Green “Where’s Michael?” someone asked as we traipsed through Michael Frenette’s rustic woodshop near Tupper Lake. We then heard Michael shout from his house—“Tea time!—and...

  8. Education Prof. Celebrates Class of 2020 in Op-Ed

    An op-ed by Jeffrey Frank, associate professor and coordinator of undergraduate programs in education, had an op-ed titled, "Grieving and resilience: Celebrating the Class of 2020" published on Northjersey.com, which...