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  1. Alumni Executive Council Virtual Meeting Minutes

    March 25, 2017 President Forbes called the meeting to order at 10:02 am. Roll Call Mr. Chatterjee called the roll: Members present: Bantz, Chatterjee, Chrzanowski-Sears, Colucci, Cowan, Danielson, Faulkner, Forbes...

  2. Alumni Executive Council Business Meeting Minutes

    June 7, 2015 I. President Forbes called the meeting to order at 8:10 am. II. Roll Call Secretary North called the roll: Members present: Armstrong, Casler, Danielson, Faulkner, Forbes, Hallock...

  3. From Adirondack Glaciers to Bronze-Age Microbiomes, Six Science Research Topics That Kept Fellows Fascinated All Summer

    Every 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.

  4. Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response

    Updated September 2022 Sexual Violence: What it is; what St. Lawrence says about it; and what you can do to prevent it. Our Process: Simplified If the University receives a...

  5. News Digest: September 6, 2022

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    September 6

    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 Friday, Sept. 2, President Morris sent a message to the community sharing news of the passing of devoted Laurentian, Richard “Dick” Hewitt, an avid outdoorsman who worked in Facilities Operations at St. Lawrence. Read the message.

    University News & Stories

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    St. Lawrence Announces New Public Health Major

    St. Lawrence University has created a new bachelor’s degree program in public health, enhancing a curriculum that reaches beyond traditional biomedicine to examine issues of health and well-being and prepare graduates for careers in the public health field.
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    KENYA: International intrigue, chance encounters, and the beginnings of a 50-year partnership

    The history of study abroad at St. Lawrence University often intersects with global historical events. From weathering the tense relations of the Cold War in Europe to the challenges of the colonial legacy in Africa, St. Lawrence’s global roots run deep.

    Events

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – I'm Your Man

    - Carnegie 10 In honor of the diversity of films from around the world and to pay 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 I'm Your Man (2021).
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    SLU Writers Series Presents Pamela Erens

    - Sykes Common Room The SLU Writers Series is pleased to welcome special guest Pamela Erens, award-winning author of "The Understory," and several other fiction and nonfiction works.

    S'mores and Stories

    - Fire Pit between Noble Center and Whitman Join the Performance and Communication Arts Department for our inaugural evening of S'mores and Stories. In addition to indulging in marshmallow-y campfire delicacies, we will also embrace the opportunity of our community event to indulge in the age-old practice of storytelling.

    Fred Exoo Memorial

    - Gunnison Memorial Chapel Faculty, Staff, alum and community members are invited to join the Government department in celebrating the life of Calvin Fred Exoo, who was a beloved professor for over 40 years. Anyone is welcome to share their stories and memories of Dr. Exoo and his impact on the life of the university.
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    Auditions for Fall Dance Concert

    - Noble Center 107 It's time to gear up for the Fall 2022 Dance Concert! Auditions for pieces exploring themes of recovery and male gaze theory will be held on Saturday, September 10 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Noble Center 10. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
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    Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presents: Wood Paper Ink

    - Brush Art Gallery The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery, in collaboration with the Mokuhanga Sisters, presents diverse examples of mokuhanga, the traditional method of Japanese water-based woodblock printing, and its expansion from Japan to the international world of contemporary art during this exhibition on display beginning Monday, Sept. 12 through Saturday, Oct. 8.

    Athletics

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    Saints Fall Sports in Full Swing

    The fall sports season is well underway as Saints women's soccer shut out the competition this weekend with a 1-0 win over Colby-Sawyer and a 7-0 win over SUNY Potsdam. The wins for the Scarlet and Brown continued as Emma Palumbo '25 and Timmy Boyce '25 each won the Cardinal Classic 5K during the men's and women's cross country meet in Plattsburgh, and Jimmy King '26 claimed the individual title for Saints men's golf while the 'A' team secured a win to open the season. First-year Molly Jespersen secured the 'B' Flight Singles title during the opening weekend for the women's tennis team while Jenny L'Hommedieu 23 scored her first goal of the season to lead the field hockey team to a 1-0 win over Oneonta. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

    Social Media

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    Building Connections at the Club & Organization Fair

    More than 95 student clubs and organizations recently came together for the Club and Organization Fair. Whether they're looking for a place to harmonize with other vocalists, toss a disc with Ultimate enthusiasts, or influence change as a campus leader, this on-campus event is a place for students to share their passions, hobbies, and budding interests. View photos from the event 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.

  6. News Digest: June 27

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    June 27

    News 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

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    St. Lawrence Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX

    Dotty 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.
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    World Languages Professor Publishes New Book on Ming Dynasty Tales

    Professor 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.
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    Laurentians Take On SLU Connect Boston 2022

    Who 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.
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    St. Lawrence in the News-June 27, 2022

    Several faculty and students were featured in domestic and international media outlets for their international affairs expertise, innovative research projects, and sustainability initiatives.
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    First Person: Discovering the Taste and Texture of Music

    Smooth. 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.
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    Meet Caitlin French '23

    Caitlin 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.
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    First Person: How I Helped Win the Arctic Opportunity Explorers Challenge in Denmark

    While 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.

    News From Around Campus

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    Swahili Teaching Fellow, Dennis Simiyu, Leads Short-Term Travel Component in Kenya

    Students in an Elementary Swahili recently embarked on a journey to Kenya where they explored historical places and put their language skills into action.
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    Dr. Tom Greene Leads Summer Course in London

    During the summer 2022 study abroad course, “London Spaces and UK Places," students examined place attachment and landscape aesthetics by exploring neighborhoods throughout London.

    Events

    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.

    Athletics

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    50th Anniversary of Title IX

    In 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.

    Social Media

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    Global Classrooms 

    St. 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

    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.

  7. Choosing a Major

    Explore, Discover, Declare You might know exactly what you want to study right now. You might not. And maybe you’re somewhere in between. It’s okay to be uncertain about what...

  8. Class of 2020 Member Publishes Research Paper in Dental Journal

    When future dentist Tabitha Barr ’20 set out on her study abroad adventure in London, she never imagined it would lead to conducting research alongside one of the United Kingdom’s most renowned scholars and having those findings published.

  9. Alumni Executive Council Business Meeting Minutes

    December 1, 2018 President Cortney Terrillion called the meeting to order at 10:04 A.M. EST. Following role call by Secretary Chelsea Lloyd, a quorum was documented. Present: Acevedo, Bates, Beyer...