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  1. News Digest: September 6, 2022

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    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.

  2. Lauren Arthaud '22

    Remarks to Graduates-May 22, 2022 Peers, family, friends, faculty, and staff, I am honored to welcome you to the Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2022. First and foremost, I...

  3. News Digest: April 4th, 2022

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    April 4

    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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    In Memory

    President Morris shared a message with the St. Lawrence community honoring the life of  Donella (Doni) Peters who helped sustain the daily rhythms of this campus as senior clerk in the St. Lawrence mailroom for nearly 20 years. Read the message. 

    University News & Stories

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    St. Lawrence Adds New Biomedical Sciences Major

    St. Lawrence University has created a new bachelor’s degree program in biomedical sciences, preparing graduates for careers in health, medicine, or research through interdisciplinary learning and individualized career preparation.

    News from Around Campus

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    Black Laurentian Initiative, Staff, and Alumni Present at AAC&U Conference

    Several members of the St. Lawrence community participated in the 2022 American Association of Colleges & Universities Conference on Diversity, Equity, and Student Success on March 17-19 in New Orlean, Louisiana.
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    Students Visit Alumnus at Embassy of Latvia in London

    St. Lawrence students participating in the London study abroad program visited the Embassy of Latvia to meet Artūrs Saburovs '10, who is currently serving on the diplomatic staff as Third Secretary responsible for Communications and Diaspora Affairs.
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    Students Present at Northeast Central Meeting of the Geologic Society of America

    Geology majors Eli Idec, Dan Schuckers, and Banner Cole recently presented their research projects at the Northeast Central meeting of the Geologic Society of America in Lancaster, PA.
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    Student Earns "Best Speaker" Award

    Eduardo Puerta ’22 was awarded a “best speaker” prize for his presentation on his research exploring connections between knot theory and linear algebra at the Mathematics Contest and Competition of Northern New York (MCCNNY) on March 26.
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    Geology Dept. Replicates Volcanic Explosion

    Even in the colder months, the Geology Department does not shy away from some hands-on, outdoor activities to illustrate geologic concepts. For her class "Natural Disaster and Climate Change," Dr. Sarah Brehm organized a real-time volcano explosion behind Brown Hall.

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    World Topic Series: Indigenous Movements in the Americas

    - 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.
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    SLU Writers Series Presents Viebranz Anniversary Reading with Robin Hemley

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall The St. Lawrence Writers Series welcomes Robin Hemley, the inaugural Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing. Registration is required for this in-person event.

    Rhythm and Roots Ensemble Concert

    - Launders Underground St. Lawrence University's Rhythm and Roots Ensemble will present an evening of songs in the style of 1950s Rhythm and Blues. The in-person event is free, open to the public, and available via live streaming.  

    Athletics

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    Track and Field Teams Secure Ice Broken Open Titles; Spring Sports Continue

    The Saints track and field teams are continuing a winning streak after securing team titles at Ice Broken Open on Saturday. The women's team won 12 events and the men's team won 9 events during the home meet against Castleton, Clarkson, Herkimer, NVU-Johnson, Plattsburgh, and Potsdam. The weekend wins continued with the men’s and women’s tennis teams each dominating Bard 9-0 while men’s lacrosse defeated Ithaca 14-10 and women’s lacrosse beat Bard 20-8. Baseball defeated Ithaca 6-2 after beating SUNY Poly 2-0 last week while Esports advanced to the Elite 8 in the Teemo Cup after securing a 2-0 win over Milligan University. After winning its 11th-straight Regional Championship,  four members of Saints riding will advance to Zones on April 9. Eleven skiers from the Alpine and Nordic ski teams were honored by the United States Collegiate Ski Coaches Association (USCSCA) for having earned National Collegiate All-Academic Ski Team honors for the 2022 season while six members of the men's and women's track and field teams earned all-region honors for the indoor season, as announced by the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

     

    Social Media

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    Celebrating Charter Day

    On April 3 Laurentians near and far celebrated the 166th Charter Day. No matter how much campus has changed since 1856, the most important part of life at St. Lawrence remains the same—the strength of our community and the scarlet and brown spirit that ties us all together. Watch a video celebrating our history 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 or by contacting  Jessica Kennedy in University Communications at (315) 229-1808.

  4. News Digest: October 31, 2022

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    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.

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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. Making Their Mark in the Universe: Meet the Class of 2024

    On Sunday, May 19, the Class of 2024 will collect their diplomas and walk across the Commencement stage toward their shining futures—but they've already had some practice handling star power. It just so happens that their graduation year aligns with one of the most spectacular events in St. Lawrence history.

  6. Laurentian Weekend

    Laurentian Weekend 2025 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...

  7. Alumni Executive Council Virtual Business Meeting

    December 7, 2019 President Cortney Terrillion called the meeting to order at 10:03 am ET. Following roll call by Secretary Chelsea Lloyd, a quorum was documented. Present: Bickford, Burbage, Cochran...

  8. Festival of Science 2017 Abstracts

    Festival of Science 2017 Abstracts Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics Department Madison Rusch " APR2.1: A Google Chrome Extension" Advisor: Choong-Soo Lee, Computer Science As my Senior Year Honors Project...

  9. Alumni Executive Council Members

    Alumni Executive Council Officers: Laura Taylor Patrick '83, P'18 , President Doug Smith '05 , Vice President John Linsley '04 , Treasurer Lexi Williams Lund '15 , Secretary * Indicates...

  10. English Courses

    100 Level courses 123. Intro to Fiction Do you enjoy reading, watching, or listening to stories, but lack the words to describe why they appeal to you and how they...