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  1. News Digest: February 4, 2025

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    February 4

    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.

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    Big Idea: Spitzmiller’s Light Shines Bright

    When Christopher Spitzmiller ’94 graduated from St. Lawrence with his degree in fine arts, the ceramicist knew he was destined to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and run his own business. As he reflects on his time at St. Lawrence, it’s with appreciation for the freedom he was given to explore ceramics and experiment with new ideas.
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    Alumni in Action-February 4, 2025

    Several 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.
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    Faculty Focus-February 4, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published academic journal articles, gave invited presentations, launched research programs, and were interviewed by international media.

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    St. Lawrence’s NYC Program Kicks Off Spring 2025 Semester

    The Spring 2025 semester of St. Lawrence's New York City Program is officially underway, bringing together a distinguished cohort of 12 highly motivated students. Throughout the semester, these students will complete full-time internships across the city from Monday through Thursday while also enrolling in two academic courses.

    Mathematics Major Eliza Brown Presents at the Joint Mathematics Meeting in Seattle

    Eliza's presentation featured research she completed with Dr. Gabriel Dorfsman-Hopkins: "Exploring Mandelbrot Escape Velocity," where she created 3D prints depicting how quickly points pass outside the Mandlebrot set move towards infinity.

    Events

    Piano Recital by Christopher Davis

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Christopher Davis, adjunct piano Instructor at St. Lawrence University, will perform Mozart-Sonata in C Minor, K457, Rachmaninov-Preludes from Op 23, Liebermann-Nocturne No. 8, Op 85, and Liszt-Après une lecture du Dante. The event is free, open to the public, and available via livestream.
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    SLU Writers Series Presents Santee Frazier

    - Herring-Cole Feinstone Room For over 50 years the Writers Series program at St. Lawrence University has welcomed all varieties of authors including Pulitzer Prize winners. Join us as we celebrate our current Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing, Santee Frazier. The event is free and open to the public.

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    Saints Win Big and Earn Accolades

    • Men’s Squash: The Saints went 2-0 this week, edging Hamilton 5-4 in a close match before securing a dominant 9-0 sweep over Dickinson on their Senior Day. Senior Lewis Anderson earned the victory at No. 1, while fellow seniors Hassan Madkour and Dean Brooker recorded three-game sweeps. The Saints, now 5-5, will compete in the Liberty League Championship this weekend, hosted at St. Lawrence.
    • Alpine Skiing: Senior Kobe Villeneuve landed on the podium with a career-best second-place finish in the men’s giant slalom at the Saint Michael’s Carnival. Villeneuve clocked a two-run time of 1:49.15, just 0.01 seconds behind the first-place finisher. His finish marks the first podium for the Saints in the event since Graham Scott ’15 placed second in 2012. The Saints finished fourth overall in the giant slalom.
    • Men’s Hockey: Seniors Will Arquiett and Philippe Chapleau each scored a goal in Friday night’s 2-1 home victory over Cornell. On Saturday, the Skating Saints honored the 25th anniversary of the 1999-2000 Frozen Four team with an on-ice ceremony at Appleton Arena.
    • Men’s Basketball: Two Saints recorded career-high 26-point performances as the team went 1-1 on the road. On Friday, senior Aidan Macaulay led the Saints to a 77-65 win over Bard with his 26-point effort. Junior Dan Anderson matched that total on Saturday against Vassar.
    • Women’s Basketball: The Saints dominated Bard on Friday night with a strong defensive performance, securing a 68-35 victory. Sophomore Elizabeth Flynn recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.
    • Nordic Skiing: The men’s team competed in 3.5K skate relays on day two of the Saint Michael’s Carnival. Sophomore Geo DeBrosse, first-year Evan Nichols, and junior Trevor Aitken combined for a time of 43:43.8, placing 15th and earning 46 team points. The women’s team of sophomore Samantha Legate, first-year Caroline Tarmy, and senior Lilli Thomas finished 17th with a time of 50:17.7, earning 39 points.
    • Cross Country: Both cross-country teams earned U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic Team honors this past week. On the women’s side, senior McKenna Allardi was named a USTFCCCA All-Academic Athlete, while junior Patrick Russell and senior Matthew Taylor received the same distinction on the men’s team.

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

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    Welcome, St. Lawrence Class of 2029! 

    Early Action acceptance letters have officially arrived in mailboxes! 🎉 In true Laurentian fashion, we wouldn’t let a little cold weather stop us from celebrating our newest Saints! Congratulate the Class of 2029 on the St. Lawrence Instagram account.

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    On Monday, President Morris informed the St. Lawrence community about the passing of Trustee Emeritus John W. Priesing P’94. A beloved trustee, devoted parent, and loyal supporter of St. Lawrence University, John’s long and purposeful life was marked by exemplary service, leadership, and generosity. 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.

  2. News Digest: November 19, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    November 19

    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.

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    How St. Lawrence University Is Leveling Up Collegiate Esports

    Esports is the fastest growing collegiate sport, and St. Lawrence is equipping itself to be one of the premier esport programs in the country.
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    'Math & Everything' Event Inspires the Next Generation of Women in STEM

    More than 300 high-school students, teachers, and counselors visited campus Friday for the second annual “Math & Everything” event designed to help North Country girls envision a future for themselves in mathematics, statistics, and computer or data science majors and careers.
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    Faculty Focus-November 18, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published in prestigious journals and presented at renowned conferences.

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    Fall 2025 Student Recital

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Students who have been studying privately this semester will be performing solos or in small ensembles.
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    Performance by the St. Lawrence Choral Society

    - Gunnison Memorial Chapel Join the Choral Society for their Fall 2025 concert.

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    Saints Head to Divisional Championships!

    Men’s Cross Country: Seniors Nick Lyndaker and Patrick Russell earned individual bids to the NCAA Division III Championship after Lyndaker placed second and Russell 25th at the Mideast Regional on their home course in Canton, N.Y. The NCAA announced the qualifiers Sunday afternoon, sending both Saints to South Carolina next weekend.

    Women’s Cross Country: Sophomore Avery Blanchard qualified for the NCAA Division III Championship with a 21st-place finish in 22:37.1 at the Mideast Regional, the best regional result of her career. She stayed steady through a crowded field to secure one of the region’s individual spots.

    Football: Eight Saints earned All-Liberty League honors. Senior Nicholas Huhtala, junior Ryan Donovan, senior Ryan Surhoff, and senior Clayton Fogler were named Second Team, while senior Will Lederman, sophomore Aidan Hays, junior Brennan Twombly, and sophomore Sam Arbaugh earned Honorable Mention. Huhtala led SLU with 45 receptions for 567 yards and six touchdowns, highlighted by a career-best 176-yard performance against Rochester on Saturday, where the Saints ended their season with a big win over the Yellowjackets.

    Riding: St. Lawrence closed the fall with two home shows at the Appleton Riding Hall. The Saints were Reserve High Point Team on Saturday with five blue ribbons, then claimed High Point Team honors Sunday. Senior Lauren Trexler earned High Point Rider with wins in Intermediate Fences and Limit Flat, and senior Harper Eskey was Reserve High Point Rider after a four-person ride off.

    Men’s Hockey: The St. Lawrence University men's program, in partnership with the Hockey Alumni Association, inducted Tom O'Connor '75, P'12, and the late Ray Shero '84 into the Legends of Appleton. The program also celebrated with the Ray Shero '84 Memorial Alumni Game in front of the Appleton Arena faithful. Before the contest, O'Connor and his family dropped the ceremonial first puck, and both O'Connor and Shero were honored during the first intermission in front of a packed Appleton Arena.

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

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    100 Years of Men's Hockey 💯

    Thank you to Saints alumni and fans who celebrated alongside us this past weekend in honor of one hundred years of Saints men's hockey. The historic occasion included two Legends of Appleton inductees. We love our DI hockey here in the North Country, and we love this community. Here's to another 100 years! See highlights of the weekend on the St. Lawrence Instagram page

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  3. News Digest: November 4, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    November 4

    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.

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    Q&A: Meet Professor Susan Willson

    Associate Professor of Biology Susan Willson combines her love of ecology and hands-on teaching to inspire students to explore the natural world. Whether in the snow-covered forests of the North Country or the biodiverse landscapes of Ecuador, her courses connect ecological science with real-world stewardship.
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    Small Plates, Big Impact

    If you enter Dana Dining Hall this semester, you might notice a few changes. These are part of a new initiative led by students, faculty, and staff to help make the campus—and particularly Dining Services—greener and more sustainable.

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    Writers Series presents Fred Arroyo, Jac Jemc, and John Dermot Woods

    - Carnegie 10 & Sykes Common Room Celebrating 25 years of the Viebranz Visiting Professorship. Welcome back Fred Arroyo, Jac Jemc, and John Dermot Woods for a writers craft talk and reading.

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Who You Think I Am

    - 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: "Who You Think I Am"  (2021)

    "A Little Night Music" by the SLU String Orchestra

    - Pickens Hall, Heuvelton, NY and Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Their concerts feature selections from the Baroque and Classical periods, with music by J.S. Bach, Corelli, Mozart, and Schubert.

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    Saints Earn Liberty League Honors

    Men’s Cross-Country: Senior Nick Lyndaker captured his second consecutive Liberty League individual title to lead the men's cross country team to a second-place finish at the Liberty League Championship on Saturday at the Hoffmann Cross Country Course. Lyndaker crossed the line in 25:16.6, becoming the first Saint to win back-to-back Liberty League titles since John Johnston in 2010 and 2011. His victory marked the 27th individual conference championship in program history.

    Riding: The riding team wrapped up their second weekend of competition with a first-place tie on Saturday at SUNY Geneseo and a home win on Sunday. On Saturday, the Saints picked up five blue ribbon finishes and three second place finishes to tie for first place with the University of Guelph, finishing with 35 points. Senior Annie Kammer was named the High Point Rider. On Sunday, Senior Harper Eskey was named the High Point Rider with first-place finishes in both Open Fences and Open Flat.

    Women’s Cross-Country: Sophomore Avery Blanchard paced the women's cross country team with a sixth-place finish as the Saints took second overall at the Liberty League Championship on Saturday. Blanchard completed the six-kilometer race in 22:51.1, earning All-Liberty League First Team honors. Juniors Charlotte Blake and Quinn Sirgany followed close behind, finishing ninth and 10th with times of 23:04.1 and 23:04.8, respectively. Sirgany earned Second Team All-Liberty League recognition for her top-10 effort.

    Volleyball: The St. Lawrence University volleyball team didn't drop a single set at Saturday's SUNY Poly Triad. They beat Keuka in straight sets to kick the day off, then followed it up with a victory over host SUNY Poly, both 3-0.

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

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    Candy, Kids, Community: Trick-or-Treating at SLU

    Every year, our Theme and Greek houses open their doors to the community for local families to trick-or-treat. Thank you to the students that kept this sweet and spooky tradition alive on Friday! Check out the St. Lawrence Instagram page to see highlights of the best dressed students and trick-or-treaters!

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  4. News Digest: December 3, 2024

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    December 3

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    Coding Connections: How a Professor and His Student Built a Tech Talent Pipeline

    When Geoff Baum ’10 joined Veoci, a tech startup based in New Haven, Connecticut, as one of its first employees, he had no idea he’d eventually help turn it into a hotspot for fellow St. Lawrence University graduates. What started as a scrappy seven-person company has grown into a thriving operation of more than 100 employees around the country—and nearly half of its development team hails from St. Lawrence.
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    St. Lawrence Community Mobilizes to Help Injured Raptors Soar Again 

    At the VCA North Country Animal Hospital in Watertown, a bald eagle thrashed in its cage, its piercing gaze sharp enough to send shivers down anyone’s spine. But Debra Mousaw, St. Lawrence University’s director of human resources, stood unfazed. 
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    Faculty Focus-December 3, 2024

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty debuted international films, received teaching awards, and published Op-Eds on global affairs.

    News from Around Campus

    Student Spotlight: Lucy Postizzi

    Read how Lucy Postizzi '26 learned forensic anthropology techniques first-hand at the Forensic Anthropology Center at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

    Biology Alumnus Presents Seminar on Dog Genetics

    Biology alumnus Brett Ford ’14 recently visited St. Lawrence University to present a public seminar and speak with students in Dr. Erika Barthelmess’ Biostatistics class.

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    Exhibition: For Our Only Home

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Explore the final week of the exhibition designed to accompany the construction of the Tibetan Buddhist Chenrezig sand mandala. The exhibition is inspired by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s book, Our Only Home, which eloquently calls for compassion during the climate crisis.
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    Festival of SLU in the Community

    - Eben Holden The Festival of SLU in the Community celebrates student engagement with the local community during this showcase of their experiences.

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Return To Dust

    - 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: "Return to Dust."
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    Wind Ensemble Concert: A Musical Journey to Places Near and Far and into The Land of Oz

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall The program features music by Aaron Copland, Percy Grainger, John Phillip Sousa, Dmitri Shostakovich, and Eric Whitacre. Also featured will be “Selections from Wicked” by Stephen Schwartz and “Arabian Dances” by Brian Balmages. The event is free, open to the public, and available via livestream.
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    The Laurentian Singers Concerts

    - Pickens Hall, Heuvelton, NY, and Gunnison Chapel The Laurentian Singers are pleased to present two performances. The first will be held on Saturday, December 7, at 7 p.m. in Pickens Hall, Heuvelton. The second will take place Sunday, December 8, at 7 p.m. in Gunnison Chapel and via livestream. Both events are free and open to the public.
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    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.

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    Saints Compete on the National Stage and Secure Wins

    • Women’s Lacrosse: Tom Ryan was named St. Lawrence’s Head Women's Lacrosse Coach on December 2. Prior to his selection as head coach, Ryan was a valued member of the St. Lawrence athletic department for 11 years, serving as an assistant men's coach since 2013 and an assistant women's coach since 2015. As the men's assistant, he worked as the offensive and recruiting coordinator for the Saints. He was named the IMLCA Division III Assistant Coach of the Year in 2016 after helping the men's lacrosse team reach the semifinal round of the NCAA Championship. His coaching consistently resulted in a nationally ranked team, and he attended over 12 national tournaments per year, leading to 20 All-Americans. As an assistant to the women's program, he served in an interim role during multiple coach transitions.
    • Women’s Basketball: Junior Jackie Malley hit seven three-pointers en route to a season-high 21 points as St. Lawrence claimed the title game of the Westfield Gas and Electric Tip-Off Tournament 70-64 against the Westfield State Owls last week. The Saints' undefeated record remains intact as they finish November 6-0, despite enduring a tough test against the tournament hosts. This remains the Saints' best start since 2021-22, when the Scarlet and Brown were Liberty League finalists.
    • Men’s Basketball: Since suffering a 59-37 setback loss against Clarkson two weeks ago, the men’s basketball team has rebounded nicely with back-to-back wins, moving them to a 3-1 overall record heading into December. Junior Adam Dudzinski is coming off a strong week, leading the team with 24 points in their win over Geneseo. He also paced the Saints with 21 points against Plattsburgh.
    • Women’s Hockey: Junior Emma-Sofie Nordström was named MAC Goaltending Goalie of the Week for the period ending Nov. 25. Nordström went 1-0-1 in goal for the Scarlet and Brown on the road, recording 70 saves, a 0.96 GAA, and a .972 save percentage. The Saints defeated Yale 2-1 on Friday, before tying Brown 1-1 to close out the weekend. Her season goals against and save percentage both rank seventh nationally, while she ranks third in the ECAC for save percentage.
    • Cross-Country: A trio of Saints cross country runners competed on the national stage two weekends ago at the NCAA cross country championship. In the men’s eight-kilometer race, Junior Nick Lyndaker placed 59th overall for the Saints. First-year Avery Blanchard and sophomore McKenna Allardi both competed in the women’s six-kilometer run for the first time. Blanchard placed 206th, while Allardi finished 278th.

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

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    St. Lawrence Community Shows Gratitude 

    We asked our St. Lawrence community what they're most grateful for, and their responses truly captured the spirit of gratitude. Read what they had to say on the St. Lawrence Instagram account!

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  5. News Digest: September 16, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    September 16

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    Nanoparticles, Roundworms, and Biryani: Summer Research Fellows Make Careers and Memories

    St. Lawrence summer research Fellows spent the summer doing impactful research, seeding career opportunities, and making memories exploring the North Country.
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    St. Lawrence Welcomes Five New Faculty Members

    St. Lawrence University is pleased to welcome five new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic year. These experts in their fields come with a dedication to teaching, mentoring, and providing experiential learning opportunities for their students.
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    Faculty Focus-September 16, 2025

    Faculty 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 quoted in prestigious publications, and presented at world-renowned academic conferences.

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    Next Chapter Ahead for SLU Combined Engineering Students

    This fall, four students in SLU’s Combined Engineering Program are heading to Columbia University, Clarkson University, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where they’ll specialize in everything from chemical to biomedical engineering.

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    Gallery talk with Justin Cree, SLU ’07, Director, Akwesasne Cultural Center

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presented in conjunction with the exhibition "A Culture Is Not a Costume," on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery through October 7, 2025.
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    Laurentian Weekend 2025

    - St. Lawrence University, 23 Romoda Drive, Canton, NY 13617 All alumni, parents and friends are invited to Laurentian Weekend 2025, St. Lawrence University's blend of Family Weekend and Homecoming, from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21.
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    An Evening With Adia Victoria

    St. Lawrence University and the Ken Okoth '01 Black American Music Project will welcome Adia Victoria to campus for an evening concert on Friday, September 26, at 7 p.m. in the Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall. The event is free, open to the public, and will be livestreamed.

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    Saints Secure Wins, Earn Liberty League Honors

    Men’s Soccer: The men's soccer team earned its first win of the season with a 2-0 derby victory over SUNY Canton. Junior Dennis Argueta and first-year Sammy Bothwell scored, while first-year goalie Zach Amato secured the shutout.

    Women’s Soccer: The women's soccer team rallied with two second-half goals to defeat Oswego State 2-1 on the road. The win improved their season record to 2-1-2.

    Men’s Cross-Country: Seniors Nick Lyndaker, Patrick Russell, and Griffin Roeder swept the top three spots at the Hamilton Short Course, leading the men's cross-country team to its second straight win of the season. Lyndaker was just four second shy of his personal best in the 5k, and won Liberty League Runner of the Week honors.

    Men’s Tennis: First-year Josh David made a strong debut at the SLU Fall Classic, reaching the A singles semifinals and earning Liberty League Rookie of the Week. He also teamed up with his brother and junior Jake David in doubles, winning their first match.

    Football: Senior Ryan Surhoff led the football team’s defense in a close loss to St. John Fisher, recording five tackles, two sacks, two forced fumbles, an interception, and a quarterback hurry. He was named Liberty League Defensive Performer of the Week.

    Women’s Tennis: Senior Maya Stepic and sophomore Kate Butler won the B doubles consolation final at the Mary Hosking Invitational. In A doubles, seniors Angelica Aksdal-Jansen and Molly Jespersen reached the final but fell 6-3.

    Women’s Golf: Sophomore Sadie Cumming won the individual title and led the women's golf team to a first-place finish at the SUNY Poly Invitational. She shot four birdies and finished with a 74, one over par.

    Women’s Cross-Country: Junior Charlotte Blake finished second overall at the Hamilton Short Course Invitational, helping the women's cross-country team to a third-place finish in the four-kilometer race. First-year Madison Beaudoin finished 24th for the Saints and corralled Liberty League Rookie of the Week honors. 

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

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    Scenes from Harvest Fest 🍁🍂

    It's officially Fall! Well, at least in terms of vibes...To celebrate, Harvest Fest brought song and dance, cider and donuts, and so much more to the Java Quad on Saturday. Check out the fun students had on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. And don't forget about the pumpkin spice lattes at Spartacus Cafe 😉.

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  6. St. Lawrence’s Top Stories for 2021

    A new president, a historic end to the University’s largest campaign ever, and the successes of our faculty, students, and alumni were among the most viewed online stories from St. Lawrence University in 2021.

  7. News Digest: January 28, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    January 28

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    Major Gift Endows St. Lawrence University Head Football Coach Position in Memory of Steve Munn ’64

    The St. Lawrence University Head Football Coach is now an endowed position thanks to a $1.5 million gift from the Munn family in memory of Steve Munn ’64. The family gift recognizes Munn’s roles as a former student-athlete and supporter of St. Lawrence athletics, a past University trustee (’82-’91), and proud parent of Michele Munn Celestino ’90 and Trustee Robyn Munn Gengras ’94, P’28.
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    How SLU PIC Empowers Students and Local Nonprofits to do Their Best Work

    What started with just five interns and a bold idea has grown into the powerhouse that is St. Lawrence University Public Interest Corps (SLU PIC). From sparking curiosity at the North Country Children’s Museum to transforming transportation access in the North Country, our students and alums are creating lasting impact.
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    Five Former Saints Football Players Engineer Their Futures

    Balancing athletics and academics is no small feat, but five former Saints Football players are proving they can tackle both. This spring, they will graduate with engineering degrees from Columbia University after earning bachelor’s degrees from St. Lawrence through an innovative 3+2 partnership program, blending the best of what both institutions have to offer.

    News from Around Campus

    A&AH Honorary Society Fall Term 2024 Inductees

    The Art & Art History Department is pleased to welcome six new students into its honor society.

    St. Lawrence University Inducts New Members to Mu Sigma Rho Statistics Honorary Society

    The Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics Department is pleased to recognize six students for their academic success.

    Events

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Coup de Chance

    - 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 "Coup de Chance."
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    Gallery Presentation: Guerrilla Girls via Zoom (in-person and online)

    - Griffith Arts Center 123 and via Zoom A Zoom discussion with members of Guerrilla Girls, an anonymous group of feminist, female artists devoted to fighting sexism and racism within the art world. This event is presented in conjunction with the exhibit "Guerrilla Girls: The Art of Behaving Badly," currently on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery.

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    Saints Upset Rivals and Display Dominance

    • Women’s Hockey: No. 7 ranked Saints took down No. 9 Clarkson Friday night in a high-scoring 6-5 conference game. Graduate student Anna Segedi led the way with two goals, while graduate student Claire Tyo netted three assists in the effort. Junior Emma-Sofie Nordstrum had 33 saves in the first game of the Route 11 rivalry, as the Saints split the weekend with Clarkson.
    • Men’s Hockey: In the Route 11 Rivalry this weekend, juniors Isack Bandu and Jan Lasak each scored a goal to upset No. 20 Clarkson 2-1 Saturday night in conference play. Sophomore Mason Kucenski stopped 26 shots as the Saints split the weekend with their regional foes. 
    • Nordic Skiing: Senior Emma Strack is participating in the 2025 FIS Nordic Junior/U23 Cross-Country World Ski Championships in Schilpario, Italy. She will go through a short training camp In Seefeld, Austria before taking part in the championships. Strack will be competing in the classic sprint on February 4, and the classic mass-start 20k on February 6, where she will look to become a world champion.
    • Men’s Basketball: The Saints swept this weekend on the road going 2-0. First, they took on Hobart Friday Night, winning 58-52 with four players reaching double digits in points. In front was sophomore Troy McPherson, who had 13 points off the bench. Saturday afternoon the Saints beat RIT 91-76, which is the highest team total of points since the 2018-2019 season.
    • Women’s Basketball: The Saints dominated Willam Smith 64-46 Friday night on the road in Geneva. Junior Caelan McHarney put up a career-high of 16 points in just 19 minutes, while sophomore Elizabeth Flynn also put up 12 points.
    • Track-and-Field: Both the men’s and women’s teams put on strong performances at the St. Lawrence Invitational on Saturday afternoon. The men’s team grabbed first place in a dominant performance as their total team score was 67.5 points ahead of second-place Utica. On the women’s side, the Saints placed second overall thanks to multiple strong outings, including freshman Avery Blanchard placing first in the mile event, and sophomore Quinn Sirgany placing first in the 800-meter. The relay team of junior Cameran Stone, junior Adriana Cecchetelli, first-year Avery Blanchard, and sophomore Quinn Sirgany placed first in the distance medley with a time of 13:05.70, which allows them to go to regionals.
    • Squash: First-year Gregory Malsang won his quarterfinal match of the Molloy East to set the tone for both the men’s and women’s squash teams at the CSA Individual Nationals at Open Squash in New York, N.Y. He faced Bates’ Alec Spiro, where he swept the match 11-6, 11-2, and 11-6 and made it to the semifinals where he unfortunately lost to Huzaifa Ibrahim from Trinity. On the women’s side, first-year Angel Otshabeng made her debut against Georgetown’s Rachel Mashek in the quarterfinal of the Holleran West Bracket. She put up a fight but ultimately lost 11-4, 11-8, and 11-7.

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

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    Route 11 Rivalry Weekend

    From the ice to the stands, the Route 11 Rivalry brought ALL the energy this past weekend! Both the women’s and men’s teams skated away with a win at Clarkson’s Cheel Arena, and Saints Nation showed up loud and proud as per usual in the Marsh Pit. What a weekend to be in the North Country! View photos on the St. Lawrence Instagram account

    In Memory

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    On Thursday, January 23, President Morris sent a message to the St. Lawrence community about the passing of Professor Emeritus of History Jonathan Rossie. Jonathan was a beloved member of the faculty for 32 years, during which he inspired generations of students and left an enduring legacy at St. Lawrence University. Read the message.

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  8. News Digest: October 22, 2024

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    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.

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    St. Lawrence University Featured in The Princeton Review’s 2025 Guide to Green Colleges

    St. Lawrence University has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, earning a place in The Princeton Review's 2025 edition of its Guide to Green Colleges.
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    Faculty Focus–October 22, 2024

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published research papers, received prestigious awards for their books, presented at conferences, and shared insights with international correspondents.

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    Ashlee Downing-Duke Receives Champion of Diversity and Inclusion Award

    During the annual College Student Personnel Association of New York State, Inc. (CSPA-NYS) Conference, Ashlee Downing-Duke, senior associate director of campus activities & residential engagement, received the Champion of Diversity and Inclusion Award. Presented to an individual or group that demonstrates competency and commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education, the award recognizes promotion of cultural awareness through education, celebration, open dialogue, and advocacy.

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    Happy Birthday, Owen D. Young

    Sunday, October 27th marks Owen D. Young’s 150th birthday. The main University library, named in his honor, reflects Young's life of work for St. Lawrence and his love of books. To celebrate his birthday and learn about his legacy, Laurentians are encouraged to explore the campus space that bears his name. 

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    New York City Semester Program Students Engage with UN Diplomats in NYC

    St. Lawrence students in the New York City Semester Program, directed by Dr. Mert Kartal, visited the United Nations (UN) Headquarters during the 79th UN General Assembly.
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    New York City Semester Program Visit UN Missions of Germany and Ireland in NYC

    Students from St. Lawrence's New York City Semester Program, directed by Dr. Mert Kartal, engaged in discussions with diplomats at the Permanent Missions of Germany and Ireland to the United Nations.

    Events

    Got Spirit! 16th Gospel Music Workshop and Concert

    - Gulick Theatre Led by Rev. Shaun Whitehead, this multi-day event will feature guest workshop leader, Dr. Mario Vaughn of the Chicago Mass Choir! Beginning October 23 through 26, 2024 in Gulick Theatre, the free Gospel Workshop will welcome singers of all levels and persons of any/all/no spiritual background to learn by singing. The St. Lawrence and surrounding community are encouraged to attend!
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    Lecture and Discussions with Monks from Namgyal Monastery Institute of Buddhist Studies, Ithaca, New York

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Tibetan Buddhist Chenrezig Sand Mandala Healing and Compassion in Challenging Times on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery, join us for a series of lectures, discussions, and meditation every Thursday at noon beginning October 24 through November 7.
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    Techung and the Tibetan Ensemble Performance: Echoes from Tibet

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Techung and Tibetan Ensemble will perform traditional & contemporary music from Tibet. This event is free, open to the public, and available via live stream.
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    “Caring for Our Only Home: A Buddhist Response to the Climate Crisis,” lecture by Shinge Roshi, abbot of the Zen Center of Syracuse Hoen-Ji

    - Griffith Arts Center 123 This lecture is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Tibetan Buddhist Chenrezig Sand Mandala Healing and Compassion in Challenging Times on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery. The event is free and open to the public.

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    Saints Shut Out the Competition and Break Records

    Men’s Soccer—The team went 1-0-1 this weekend, including an impressive draw in a wild second half against No. 10 nationally ranked Vassar. The Brewers, ranked first in the Liberty League, held a 3-1 lead before sophomore Henry Brown’s brace led a furious St. Lawrence comeback. That resulted in a 3-3 draw Friday. The Saints then downed Bard 4-1. They are currently 6-2-4 on the year and 3-0-3 in conference play, good enough for second overall.

    Women’s Hockey—Senior Abby Hustler tallied a goal and three assists, while four other Saints scored, as the then seventh-ranked women's hockey team had a 5-0 shutout win over Vermont Saturday afternoon in Burlington. That led the Saints to a split of the weekend, and they advanced to sixth overall in the USCHO poll.

    Men’s Cross Country—Junior Nick Lyndaker's historic fourth-place finish at the Conn College Invitational helped the men's cross country team achieve an eighth-place finish among a field of 35 teams. Lyndaker's time of 24:20.0 at the 8 kilometer race is the fastest time recorded by a Saint since 2011, and is the fastest time on record for any men’s cross country athlete at a non-NCAA event.

    Men’s Hockey—The team also split their weekend, with their victory coming over Ferris State in emphatic fashion. They took an 8-0 victory Saturday. Senior Greg Lapointe led the way with a hat trick and a pair of assists for five points, while seniors Mason Waite (1-3-4), and Tomáš Mazura (0-4-4) each tallied four points. Sophomore Mason Kucenski earned his first career shutout in the win stopping all 30 shots he faced. Waite and Kucenski received nods for ECAC Hockey Defender of the Week, and MAC Goaltending Goaltender of the Week respectively.

    Women’s Soccer—Sophomore Zoe Rogan led the way with two goals and an assist, while senior Grace Mochnal tacked on a goal and an assist as women's soccer defeated Bard 5-0 Saturday afternoon in Annandale-on-Hudson, moving to 6-6-1 on the season.

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

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    Exploring Forensic Anthropology with Professor Pitre

    Associate Professor and Chair of Anthropology Mindy Pitre and her students recently excavated artificial skeletal remains during their hands-on Forensic Anthropology class. This simulation allowed them to gain experience in recovering, identifying, and analyzing human remains, simulating a real-world scenario like a mass disaster site or a human rights investigation. Learn more by watching the reel on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. 

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  9. News Digest: September 12, 2022

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    September 12

    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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    Start of the Semester Update

    Academic Affairs and Student Life sent a message to the community on Friday, Sept. 9 sharing information about COVID-19 testing, boosters, and isolation and quarantine space. Read the Message

    University News & Stories

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    Money Magazine Ranks St. Lawrence Among Top 50 Liberal Arts Colleges in America

    Money Magazine has released its list of best-value colleges for 2022, with St. Lawrence ranking among the top 50 best-value liberal arts colleges in America.
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    St. Lawrence University and Cornell Law School Collaborate on Early Admission Program

    St. Lawrence University has entered a partnership with Cornell Law School to collaborate on a Law Early Admission Program (LEAP), which will enable high-achieving undergraduates to attain their undergraduate and law degrees in six years instead of the traditional seven.
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    St. Lawrence in the News-September 12, 2022

    St. Lawrence faculty, staff, and students were the focus of news articles published by outlets around the globe for weighing in on current events, sharing insights from their research, and being commended for their athletic accomplishments.

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    Alumni Trip to Spain in Spring 2023

    In April 2023, St. Lawrence will celebrate 56 years of the Spain program by offering Laurentians an exclusive opportunity to learn about the diverse culinary traditions of the country. Participants will enjoy foods and wines from four different regions while learning about the changing cultures that make up Spain’s multicultural mosaic. The deposit deadline is October 1.

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    Here We Go, Saints Challenge

    Join fellow Laurentians in supporting and enhancing the student-athlete experience during the Here We Go, Saints giving challenging beginning Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 9 a.m. through Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 8 p.m. Support Saints Athletes

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    Weekend Wins for the Scarlet and Brown

    It was a great weekend to be a Saint! The football team brought the Hoffman Cup back to Canton after securing a 30-19 win over Norwich on Saturday while men's soccer defeated Hartwick 3-2 after tying its program record with a 9-0 win over SUNY Canton last week. Women's soccer topped Farmingdale 1-0 to remain undefeated while Jackson Hamilton '23 won the Hamilton Short Course Invitational as Saints men's cross country secured the team title and Alli Sibold '24 won the 4k race to take the women's team to a victory. The men's tennis team wrapped up the St. Lawrence Fall Classic with sophomores Broderick Pinto, John Hill-Edgar, and Edvin Strandberg securing individual victories. Cooper Evans '24 secured the individual title to lead the men's golf team to a win at the Clarkson Invitational last week. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    World Topic Series: Kenyan Elections

    - Carnegie 10 Each semester, the Center for International and Intercultural Studies partners with faculty, staff, students, and alumni to offer an engaging speaker series on timely, global topics.

    Fellowship “Bring Your Own” Lunches

    - Atwood Hall 106 This is a chance to connect with one another and reflect on various aspects of the campus climate.

    Together Again Reception

    - Brush Alumni House Faculty and staff are invited to this social gathering in support of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts on campus.

    Mokuhanga Demonstration

    - Noble Center Maurer Printmaking Studio, Room 101 In conjunction with the exhibition Wood Paper Ink, this demonstration will be an introduction to the printing process of mokuhanga, which uses water-based pigments, a kento registration method, and hand printing with a baren, a circular hand tool with a flat face that is used to burnish the paper and lift ink from the block.

    Why Midterm Elections Matter!

    - Hannon Room, Sullivan Student Center Come learn what midterm congressional elections are, why governors’ races matter, what primaries are and how to have a voice in them, and how the fall '22 elections will affect the future of our nation and our prospects for a robust democracy.

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    De-Stress with Pets

    St. Lawrence students started off their weekend with furry friends! Every Friday afternoon the Office of Wellness Education hosts ‘Pet De-Stress,’ an event gathering a group of friendly dogs or cats to campus, eager to meet students and give them plenty of love. View photos from the event on the St. Lawrence Instagram Account.

     

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