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  2. News Digest: July 11

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    July 11

    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, July 8 President Morris sent a message to the community sharing news of the passing of Kevin Lazore, who made meaningful contributions to St. Lawrence with his enthusiasm and a positive attitude. Read the message. 

    University News & Stories

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    Students Increase Mental Health Resources On Campus Through Peer Health Network

    The SLU Peer Health Network promotes wellness campus-wide by combining events, resources, and peer support. An idea formed in a community-based learning class, this student-run initiative will benefit the St. Lawrence community for years to come.
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    Board of Trustees Elects Nicholas Penniman

    St. Lawrence University’s Board of Trustees has elected Nicholas G. Penniman V ’92 as a new term member. Penniman will serve for a period of six years beginning on July 1.
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    Empowering Students in Global Classrooms: Caroline Fleischauer ’15 Awarded Fulbright to Teach in Thailand

    Though it was practically predestined, Caroline Fleischauer ’15 didn’t come to St. Lawrence expecting to discover her passion for teaching. Education was always an important value in her family, but Fleischauer was uncertain if it was her calling, too.
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    Taking Care of Business: Experiential Course Connects Students & Alumni

    Since its inception in 2014, St. Lawrence’s Business Case Study course has provided students with the tools needed to analyze real-world industry problems while developing thoughtful solutions. The best part? The alumni network and local business owners are there to offer expert insight.
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    Faculty Focus–July 11, 2022

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty weighed in on current events as podcast guests, published journal articles with alumni, presented papers at international conferences, and shared their passion for poetry in published works.
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    First Person: Unearthing My Passion for Architecture

    At first glance, an art and art history major and a geology minor may not seem like the most obvious combination. For Michael Yirenkyi ’22, they’re a perfect match. In his geology classes, he learned how to ask critical questions. In art and art history, he imagined creative answers. Four years of exploring, creating, and embracing new perspectives lead him to his greatest passion yet–architecture.
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    The Barista: Making Space for 'Safe Saturdays' and More

    During their first year on campus, Cheyenne McQuain ’20 and Brady Terry ’20 were inspired to create a substance-free space for students. Today, The Barista, a sober theme house, continues their work by providing games, movies, and lifelong friendships.

    News from Around Campus

    May College 2022: Reconnect, Reset, Rekindle

    After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, over 80 faculty and staff reconnected during May College on May 24 and 25.
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    Womxn Faculty Take Part in Academic Writing Retreat

    St. Lawrence University womxn faculty participated in a two-day academic writing retreat on June 16 and 17.

    SLU Students Awarded Scholarships for Off-Campus Study in Denmark

    The Center for International and Intercultural Studies is pleased to congratulate several SLU students who were awarded scholarship funds by DIS to support their off-campus study plans in Copenhagen, Denmark for the fall 2022 semester. DIS Scholarship funds can assist with costs associated with off-campus study including flights, visas, and passports, as well as other on-site opportunities.
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    Dr. Sue Willson Leads Summer Course in Ecuador

    Each summer, St. Lawrence University offers a dynamic array of courses taught around the world. Associate Professor of Biology Susan Willson led Laurentians in Ecuador through her Summer 2022 Course where they visited three distinct tropical ecosystems: the high-elevation Andean grasslands, the humid montane cloud forest, and the Galapagos Islands.

    Athletics

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    Saints Recognized for Academic & Athletic Performances 

    Nearly 60 members of Saints Men's Lacrosse, Women's Ice Hockey, and Men's Hockey earned USILA-Dynamic Scholar All-America honors and All-Academic honors in recognition of their performances on and off the field. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

    Social Media

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    Busy Bees for Sustainability

    St. Lawrence students interning at the Sustainability Farm have been busy as bees this summer! They recently suited up to practice their beekeeping skills and learned how to produce honey right from the comb. View photos from their adventure 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.

  3. Phi Sigma Tau Honorary Society

    St. Lawrence University: New York Alpha Chapter Requirements for Membership In order to be eligible for membership in Phi Sigma Tau, a student must have completed three semesters at St...

  5. Alumni Executive Council Winter Meeting Minutes

    February 10, 2018 President Forbes gaveled in the meeting at 1:52 p.m. Secretary Chatterjee called the role. In attendance: Abernethy, Beyer, Catlin, Chatterjee, Chrzanowski-Sears, Cochran, Colucci, Danielson, Faulkner, Forbes, Hallock...

  6. Careers & Outcomes

    Career readiness is embedded in everything we do at St. Lawrence. No matter where your post-college adventure takes you, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence you need to succeed.

  7. Neuroscience Original Major Requirements

    Students who matriculated at St. Lawrence University prior to Fall 2022 (i.e., SLU classes of 2023, 2024, and 2025), will continue to pursue these neuroscience major requirements. If a student...

  8. Neuroscience New Major Requirements

    These updated Neuroscience major requirements will apply to students who matriculated at St. Lawrence University starting in Fall of 2022 (i.e., SLU classes of 2026 and beyond). If a student...

  9. St. Lawrence University Spanish Teacher Fellowship

    The St. Lawrence University Spanish Teacher Fellowship was established in 2006 through the generosity of Dr. Rita Goldberg, Professor Emerita of Spanish at St. Lawrence. Designed to support Spanish teachers...