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  1. For the Long Run

    William L. Fox ’75 became our president in 2009, and almost immediately, the women’s cross country team started buzzing about the possibility of having the University president serve as our...

  2. St. Lawrence’s Top Stories of 2021-22 Academic Year

    Wellness initiatives, Olympic and Paralympic medals, new academic programs, and the successes of our faculty, students, and alumni were among the top viewed online stories from St. Lawrence University during the 2021-22 academic year.

  3. Revisiting My ‘Why’

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

  4. News Digest: November 19, 2024

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    November 19

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    Faculty Focus-November 19, 2024

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

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    SLU Students Participate in Exclusive Briefing at the UN in NYC

    Students in St. Lawrence's New York City Semester Program, directed by Political Science Professor Mert Kartal, participated in an exclusive briefing on genocide prevention at the United Nations Headquarters.

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    World Languages Week

    Each November, St. Lawrence joins the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Education in celebrating international education and exchange. This includes celebrating the contributions and impact of international students to St. Lawrence's campus and promoting awareness about opportunities to study off-campus. Now through November 21, student clubs and organizations, offices on-campus and other campus community members will offer a robust range of activities that are open to all. View the full schedule of events. 

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    Saints Earn Academic Honors and Break Athletic Records

    • Men’s Squash: It was a historic day for the squash program Sunday. Senior Lewis Anderson secured his record-breaking 63rd career win in the Saints' 7-2 loss at the No. 17-ranked Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland–the most victories by a single athlete in Saints men’s squash program history. Anderson, who entered the matchup tied with Moustafa Bayoumy '18 for career wins, took on Matthew Wang in the number one spot for the Scarlet and Brown. The senior wasted little time breaking the record, defeating his opponent 11-4, 11-3, 11-7. Anderson now holds a 63-8 career record, with the full season ahead to expand his record.  
    • Men’s Cross-Country: After a strong performance at the Mideast Regional, junior Nick Lyndaker will represent men's cross country at the NCAA championship for the third year in a row. Lyndaker punched his ticket to the event with an eighth-place finish at the Mideast Regional on Saturday at Connecticut College. He earned Mideast all-Region honors in the process. 
    • Women’s Cross-Country:  Senior McKenna Allardi and first-year Avery Blanchard qualified for the NCAA women's championship as individual runners, and will now head to Terre Haute, Indiana for the event next weekend. Allardi heads to nationals in her first season as a member of the cross country team. She qualified as an individual after placing 39th overall in the Mideast Regional on Saturday, posting a time of 22:41.8 in the event. Blanchard crossed the line in 47th place with a time of 22:49.2.  
    • Riding: Saints Riding was named the High Point Team in back-to-back days, claiming their fifth and sixth wins of the year at the St. Lawrence University Shows on Nov. 16-17. On Saturday, the Scarlet and Brown earned 39 points to outpace Syracuse University, where junior Harper Eskey earned High Point Rider honors with wins in Open Fences and Open Flat. The team scored three class wins on the day, as well as three second-place finishes. On Sunday, the Saints posted 44 points –12 points ahead of Ottawa, who was the Reserve High Point team for the second day. First-year Dalton Pace was named the High Point Rider, while junior Annie Kammer was awarded Reserve High Point Rider honors. 
    • Volleyball: Sophomore Araiza Acum-Santos received a Liberty League honorable mention as part of the conference's end of season all-league awards. Acum-Santos finished the season with improvements in nearly all her stat lines over her first-year season. She had 2.92 kills per set, 260 kills total, adding 14 assists and 11 service aces to those totals. She was also recently named to the Liberty League all-academic team. 
    • Football: Senior tight-end Oskar Baldwin earned First-Team All-Liberty League honors, while senior Liam Perkins and junior Ryan Surhoff earned a spot on the Second Team. Seniors Daniel Lawther and Daniel George, as well as junior Clayton Fogler, picked up Honorable Mention honors, the conference office announced Tuesday afternoon. Baldwin played in all nine games for the Saints this season and led the team in receptions with 40 catches for 491 yards, averaging 47.89 yards per game. 
    • Saints Athletes: 99 St. Lawrence fall sport student-athletes earned Liberty League All-Academic honors in their respective sports, the Liberty League Commissioner Tracy King announced Thursday morning. In total, 755 fall sport student-athletes have qualified for the league's All-Academic Teams in their respective sports. 
    • Men’s Hockey: Tickets are now available to purchase here for the best rivalry in college hockey on January 24, when St. Lawrence faces off against the Clarkson Golden Knights in Appleton Arena.  

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

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    Local Students Pack Appleton for Route 11 Rivalry 

    On Wednesday, over 3,000 students from local schools packed the stands at Appleton Arena for the Route 11 Rivalry matchup between St. Lawrence and Clarkson. The energy was electric as the crowd cheered on our Saints in this thrilling North Country tradition!! Thanks to everyone for bringing the scarlet and brown spirit and  helping us shatter the women’s hockey attendance record! Watch a video of the matchup on the new St. Lawrence TikTok account

    In Memory

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    On November 15, President Morris sent a message to the St. Lawrence community about the passing of Clara Simmons, who dedicated 40 years of service to our Facilities Operations team before her retirement in 2009. Read the Message

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  5. News Digest: September 5th, 2023

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    September 5

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    Faculty Bookshelf-August 2023

    The creativity and expertise of St. Lawrence faculty is on full display in books enjoyed by scholars and avid readers around the globe. This roundup features St. Lawrence faculty books published within the last several months.
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    Alumni in Action-August 2023

    Several St. Lawrence alumni were featured by news outlets and recognized for inspiring professional and athletic accomplishments in aeronautical engineering, sports journalism, competitive golf, and much more.

    Events

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – The Man Who Sold His Skin

    - 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 Man Who Sold His Skin (2021).
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    Richard F. Brush Art Gallery to Present Spotlight Talks with Chandreyi Basu

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery will present spotlight talks with Dr. Chandreyi Basu. Registration is required.

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    Saints Back in Action

    The athletic season is ramping up for the Scarlet and Brown! Women’s soccer started off strong with a 2-1 win over DeSales. An impressive race by both the men's and women’s cross country team resulted in both teams bringing home first place in their season-opening events. The women’s field hockey team defeated Oneonta taking a 3-2 lead in the first half, bringing home the win for the Saints! Women’s Tennis duo, Angelica Aksdal-Jansen and Molly Jespersen, claimed the A Flight Doubles while Ariane Karera won the B Flight Singles Final to highlight the team at the Mary Hosking Invitational. The Saints Volleyball team brought home a 3-2 win against Rowan University. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    New Friends & Interests!

    With the excitement of being back on campus, students explored university clubs and activities at the student organization fair!  View photos from the event on the St. Lawrence University Instagram.

     

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  6. News Digest: November 4, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    November 4

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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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  7. News Digest: December 3, 2024

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    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.

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    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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  8. News Digest: September 17, 2024

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    September 17

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    St. Lawrence University Recognized in 2025 Wall Street Journal’s Best College Rankings

    St. Lawrence University is recognized among the nation's 500 top colleges in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 Best Colleges rankings. The University's exceptional commitment to the student experience, bolstered by strong feedback from undergraduates and young alumni, was a major contributor to the ranking.
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    Home Improvements

    President Morris reflects on recent campus renovations and upcoming facility enhancements.
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    Faculty Focus-September 17, 2024

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty have been podcast guests, debuted films, and received lifetime achievement awards.

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    Artist’s lecture: Scablands by Photographer Dennis DeHart

    - Griffith Arts Center 123 Presented in conjunction with the exhibition, Our Place in the Scheme of Things, on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery until October 9, 2024. The event is free and open to the public.

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – I Carry You with Me (Te Llevo Conmigo)

    - 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: I Carry You with Me (Te Llevo Conmigo) (2021).
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    50 Years of Environmental Studies: From Students to Changemakers

    - Sykes Formal Lounge Please join us on Friday, September 20, 2024, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm at Sykes Formal Lounge to celebrate 50 years of Environmental Studies.

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    Saints Earn Accolades and Secure Shutout Wins

    Men’s Cross Country—Junior Nick Lyndaker was named USTFCCCA National Athlete of the Week and Liberty League Performer of the Week following running to a first-place finish at the Hamilton Short Course Invitational. He had a personal best time in the 5k run, winning the race by 21 seconds.

    Football—The Saints took home the Hoffman Cup with a victory over Norwich Friday, bringing the Cup back to the North Country by a 20-9 final score. The win marked the fourth-straight Hoffman Cup win for the Saints and improved their record to 1-1 for the season.

    Women’s Soccer—Darcie McDonough was named Liberty League Co-Defensive Performer of the Week after leading the Saints to a 2-0 record. The senior netminder stopped two shots in a 1-0 victory at SUNY Geneseo on Wednesday, then on Saturday did the same, stopping both shots she faced in a 4-0 win over Oswego State.

    Women’s Cross Country—First-year Avery Blanchard was named Liberty League Rookie of the Week for her performance at Hamilton, running for a time of 14:59 and a fifth-place finish in the 4k race. 

    Women’s Hockey—Senior forward and alternate captain Abby Hustler was named a Preseason All-ECAC Hockey selection, as announced by the league office on Monday morning. Hustler led the Scarlet and Brown with 24 goals and 31 assists for 55 points on the season. She tallied 12 power-play goals and five game-winners.

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

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    A New Slice of Comfort on Campus

    Thanks to the generosity of St. Lawrence University trustees, 70 Adirondack chairs and 10 picnic tables have been placed throughout campus ready for students to enjoy. The savory bonus: students can enter to win a pizza party by snapping a pic and tagging @StLawrenceU in their Instagram grid or story. View photos and enter to win on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. 📸🍕❤️🤎

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