St. Lawrence in the News–December 5, 2022
This regular roundup features a selection of recent mentions of St. Lawrence University and its students, faculty, and staff in regional, national, and international media outlets.
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Faculty Focus–March 20, 2023
Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published research articles with colleagues and recent graduates, examined theatrical legacies in book chapters, and shared expert insight into current events as podcast guests.
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Alumni in Action–February 2022
St. Lawrence graduates have a thirst for knowledge, are innovative problem-solvers, and make their communities, companies, and the world better places. This periodic roundup features Laurentians at the focus of news stories shared by and within their communities.
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News Digest: October 31, 2022
October 31News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.
In Memory
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
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.
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.
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
Utica: The Last Refuge Screening
- NCAT Noble Center 108 Screening of Utica: The Last Refuge. Directed by Loch Phillips
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.
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).
Organ Concert Series: Music of César Frank
- Gunnison Chapel Celebrate the 200th anniversary of César Franck’s birth with organist Sondra Goldsmith Proctor.
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.Athletics
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
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.
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St. Lawrence in the News-February 27, 2023
This regular roundup features a selection of recent mentions of St. Lawrence University and its students, faculty, and staff in regional, national, and international media outlets.
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News Digest: July 29, 2025
July 29News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information. Submit Your News.
University News & Stories
Six Students Present at Prestigious Chemistry Conference
Six chemistry and biochemistry students attended and presented research at the National Organic Symposium conference this year held at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y., from June 22-26.
Faculty Focus-July 29, 2025
Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published articles in high-impact journals and received grants for cutting-edge research.News from Around Campus
Cordelia Sherwood '26 Participates in McLaren Racing NEXT Program
Selected from nearly 600 applicants, Cordelia spent the week in London engaging with leaders from McLaren, Deloitte, Cisco, and Allwyn in sessions on leadership, sustainability, race strategy, and collaboration.
St. Lawrence Faculty Present at the United States Conference on Teaching Statistics (USCOTS)
Six St. Lawrence faculty members traveled to Ames, Iowa to share their expertise and help to improve the teaching and learning of statistics across the nation.Social Media
Spotted on Campus: SLUbubu 🫣
A tiny, cookie-loving creature dressed head-to-toe in St. Lawrence gear was recently spotted on campus. No one knows where the Slububu came from, but rumor has it he survives entirely on Pub Cookies and school spirit. Legend says if you hear a rustle in the leaves and smell cookies, he’s already nearby. View sightings of this mythical Scarlet & Brown creature on the St. Lawrence Instagram page. ❤️🤎
In Memory
On July 16, President Morris informed the Laurentian community about the passing of Julia "Julie" Regan, a longtime member of the University staff as an executive secretary. Remembered for her quick-witted humor and active participation in local organizations, Regan was beloved by her family, friends, colleagues and community. Read the full message here.
News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Tuesday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications news form.
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Learning While Serving
For Alexandria Nye ’26, every day at the North Country Children’s Museum was a little bit different. Over the course of her St. Lawrence University Public Interest Corps (SLU PIC)...
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How SLU PIC Empowers Students and Local Nonprofits to do Their Best Work
What started with just five interns and a bold idea has grown into the powerhouse that is St. Lawrence University Public Interest Corps (SLU PIC). From sparking curiosity at the North Country Children’s Museum to transforming transportation access in the North Country, our students and alums are creating lasting impact.
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Raising Interest in Economics
Following a competitive review process, Haydee Matos ’25 and Zenani Mabuza ’24 connected with economics industry experts and explored potential career paths during the Expanding Diversity in Economics Summer Institute at the University of Chicago, an opportunity they credit to guidance from their St. Lawrence faculty mentors.
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Alumni in Action-December 20, 2023
St. Lawrence graduates have a thirst for knowledge and are innovative problem-solvers. This periodic roundup features Laurentians who are in the spotlight for making a positive impact on their communities, companies, and the world.