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News Digest: October 17, 2022

October 17

News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

University News & Stories

Athletics Atrium Named in Honor of George W. Karpus ’68

George W. Karpus ’68 was honored during Laurentian Weekend 2022 for his prolific contributions to St. Lawrence University and its Division III athletics program. As alumni, parents, and others came back to enjoy the weekend celebrations, nearly 200 Laurentians gathered for the naming of the George W. Karpus ’68 Atrium.

A Local Internship with Impact at the St. Lawrence County Public Defender's Office

After arriving at St. Lawrence for her first year, Berenice Gervacio '25 didn't waste any time starting to explore her career interests and embedding herself in her new community.

Empowering Economic Development as an SLC Chamber of Commerce Intern

Charles Shaw '22 feels that he has found a home in the North Country. After four years at St. Lawrence, he wanted to give back to the surrounding community.

Faculty Focus-October 17, 2022

Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published journal articles and presented at domestic and international conferences.

News from Around Campus

Forensic Archaeological Excavation

Students in Associate Professor of Anthropology Mindy Pitre’s Forensic Anthropology course took part in an immersive experience that involved forensic archaeological excavation.

Events

Each One Inspired: Haudenosaunee Art Across the Homelands from the New York State Museum

Mon, Oct 17 - All day Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The St. Lawrence University Richard F. Brush Art Gallery will present an exhibition showcasing the artwork of 53 contemporary artworks by Haudenosaunee artists from all six Haudenosaunee Nations beginning Monday, Oct. 17 through Saturday, Dec. 10.

D&I Book Club Discussion of "People Love Dead Jews"

Wed, Oct 19 at 12pm - 1 hour Hannon Room, Sullivan Student Center Join the Diversity and Inclusion Book Club for a discussion of Dara Horn's "People Love Dead Jews."

World Topic Series: China and East Asian Relations

Wed, Oct 19 at 4:30pm - 1 hour 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.

Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Petite Maman

Thu, Oct 20 at 7pm - 2 hours 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: Petite Maman (2021).

Inauguration Weekend

Fri, Oct 21 - All day Gunnison Memorial Chapel St. Lawrence is excited to celebrate the inauguration of Kathryn A. Morris as the University’s 19th President.

Substance Misuse Awareness Week

Sat, Oct 22 - All day Campus Wide As part of National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, the JED committee, Seaway Valley, the Barista and other groups on campus will be hosting a variety of events to bring awareness about substance misuse and its role in people's lives. While most are student events, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend the Lunch and Learn and community resource tabling events.

Artist's Lecture by Grant Wade Jonathan

Mon, Oct 24 at 4:30pm - 1 hour Griffiths Arts Center Room 123 Each One Inspired artist Grant Wade Jonathan is a Tuscarora-raised beadwork artist and an attorney, who currently works in the EPA's American Indian Environmental Office in New York City. When he is not assisting the Haudenosaunee in addressing their environmental concerns, he pursues his other passion of Tuscarora raised beadwork design. Join him for a lecture.

Athletics

Weekend Wins for the Saints

The Scarlet and Brown topped the competition as Saints women's soccer shut out Bard 4-0 on the road and men's soccer defeated Bard 3-2 at home on Friday. The weekend wins continued with men's hockey celebrating 5-1 and 4-1 wins over Colorado College at home. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

Social Media

Laurentian Weekend Look Back

Only about 350 more days until we welcome families and alumni back for a favorite fall events–but who’s counting? Saints near and far captured the scarlet and brown spirit and shared their lasting memories on social media. View their photos from Laurentian Weekend 2022 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.

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