News Digest: October 29, 2024
October 29
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University News & Stories
St. Lawrence University Celebrates Official Dedication of the George W. Karpus '68 Athletic CenterOver 250 Laurentians gathered for the dedication of the George W. Karpus ’68 Athletic Center at Appleton Arena on October 26, becoming the first to see St. Lawrence’s 95th building on campus. The building’s namesake and lead donor addressed the crowd, sharing his modest roots and emphasizing the transformative impact of his college experience. |
Faculty Focus-October 29, 2024Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty went on book tours, published articles and papers, and presented at academic seminars. |
Events
Exhibition: Tibetan Buddhist "Chenrezig" Sand Mandala Healing and Compassion in Challenging Times- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The St. Lawrence community is invited to explore for the final week of the exhibition, "Tibetan Buddhist 'Chenrezig' Sand Mandala Healing and Compassion in Challenging Times." |
“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. |
Trick or Treat with the Greeks and Theme Houses- Greek and Theme Houses St. Lawrence’s Theme Houses and Greek Houses invite local families to “Trick or Treat with the Greeks and Theme Houses.” Enjoy a safe, family-friendly trick-or-treating experience where participating houses will be decorated and students will hand treats. Each house will have a unique theme, adding to the fun for children and families alike. |
Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Summer of 85- 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: Summer of 85. (2022) |
“Spotlight talk” by Dr. Chandreyi Basu- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Dr. Chandreyi Basu, associate professor of Art & Art History, will give a presentation on "Eight Manifestations of Guru Rinpoche," a Tibetan Buddhist thangka painting from St. Lawrence University’s permanent collection. |
Lecture by Akwesasne artist Katsitsionni Fox- Griffith Arts Center 123 Presented in conjunction with the exhibition For Our Only Home, on display at the Richard F. Brush Art Gallery until December 7, 2024. The event is free and open to the public. |
Social Media
Wild Encounters During the Adirondack SemesterLed by Outdoor Studies staff member Eileen Visser, students in the Adirondack Semester recently experienced up-close wildlife interactions with birds of prey. See hoo was the highlight of the trip on the official St. Lawrence Tik Tok account. |
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