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  1. News Digest: December 2, 2025

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    December 2

    News 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.

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    St. Lawrence Fed Challenge Team Earns Spot Among Nation’s Top Performers 

    St. Lawrence University’s Fed Challenge team made it to the semi-finals of the 2025 Federal Reserve College Fed Challenge, placing them among the top 18 out of around 150 colleges and universities.

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    "Musical Landscapes" by the St. Lawrence Wind Ensemble

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall The St. Lawrence Wind Ensemble will play pieces such as "The Black Horse Troop" by John Philip Sousa, "Raging Machines" by Brian Balmages, and "Caravan" by Duke Ellington, among others.

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Caravaggio's Shadow

    - 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: "Caravaggio's Shadow" (2022).

    Laurentian Singers' Holiday Concerts

    - Pickens Hall, Heuvelton, NY and Gunnison Memorial Chapel, St. Lawrence University Join the Laurentian Singers for their Fall 2025 Holiday Concerts.
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    104th Annual Candlelight Service

    - Gunnison Memorial Chapel Join members of the St. Lawrence community for the 104th Annual Candlelight Service. The service will feature the Laurentian Singers, St. Lawrence Choral Society, and Candlelight Children's Chorus.

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    Saints Earn Athletic and Academic Honors

    Women’s Squash: First-year Eboni Atherley was named conference performer of the week and first-year Katherine Callaway earned rookie of the week after the Saints posted back-to-back 9–0 wins on Nov. 22 to move to 4–0.

    Women’s Hockey: First-year Rylan Haslam scored twice, and the Saints put home three unanswered in the third to beat Boston College 4–2 on Saturday in Chestnut Hill and earn a weekend split.

    Men’s Squash: First-year Emirhan Sen went 3–0 at the top spot and earned Liberty League Performer of the Week honors as the Saints split their pre-Thanksgiving matches.

    Men’s Soccer: Juniors Dennis Argueta, Baker Diaz, and Nicholas Petrone were named CSC Academic All-District for maintaining at least a 3.50 GPA, holding sophomore standing or higher, and contributing in at least half of the team’s games.

    Women’s Soccer: Junior Chloe Bourque, senior Kylie Burnett, junior Zoe Davenport, senior Meredith Donahue, and senior Madison King-Thurber earned CSC Academic All-District honors. Donahue advanced as an Academic All-America finalist, with national selections announced Dec. 17.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    "The Best Decision I Ever Made"

    As Matthew Shelton '26 prepares to graduate this Spring, he reflects on his time at St. Lawrence, and how he couldn't imagine choosing to spend his college-years anywhere else. From on-campus internships to adventures in Bangkok, Stockholm, and London, to his home-away-from-home at Commons College, Matthew thinks choosing St. Lawrence was the best decision he ever made. Check out his journey on the St. Lawrence Instagram page

    In Memory

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    On December 1, President Morris informed the Laurentian community about the passing of Board Chair Emeritus and Trustee Emeritus Edgar Byron Wilson ’53. "Ed," or "E.B.," served two years in the Army and built a distinguished career in consumer goods marketing, rising to CEO roles that took him and his family across the globe. Ed was also a passionate supporter of the arts and higher-education, a devoted sports fan, and an avid reader. Read the full message here

    On November 20, President Morris informed the Laurentian community about the passing of Kirk Fuoss, associate professor emeritus of performance and communication arts. A gifted teacher and dedicated mentor, Kirk was widely regarded as a “teacher’s teacher.” Kirk was also an avid traveler, Broadway enthusiast, and devoted animal lover. He also enjoyed gardening, alpine skiing, tennis, and cooking elaborate meals with loved ones. 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.

  2. News Digest: February 4, 2025

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    February 4

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    Big Idea: Spitzmiller’s Light Shines Bright

    When Christopher Spitzmiller ’94 graduated from St. Lawrence with his degree in fine arts, the ceramicist knew he was destined to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and run his own business. As he reflects on his time at St. Lawrence, it’s with appreciation for the freedom he was given to explore ceramics and experiment with new ideas.
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    Alumni in Action-February 4, 2025

    Several St. Lawrence alumni were featured by news outlets and recognized for inspiring professional accomplishments. This edition features alumni recognized for business leadership, and leading top universities and corporations in communications and marketing.
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    Faculty Focus-February 4, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published academic journal articles, gave invited presentations, launched research programs, and were interviewed by international media.

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    St. Lawrence’s NYC Program Kicks Off Spring 2025 Semester

    The Spring 2025 semester of St. Lawrence's New York City Program is officially underway, bringing together a distinguished cohort of 12 highly motivated students. Throughout the semester, these students will complete full-time internships across the city from Monday through Thursday while also enrolling in two academic courses.

    Mathematics Major Eliza Brown Presents at the Joint Mathematics Meeting in Seattle

    Eliza's presentation featured research she completed with Dr. Gabriel Dorfsman-Hopkins: "Exploring Mandelbrot Escape Velocity," where she created 3D prints depicting how quickly points pass outside the Mandlebrot set move towards infinity.

    Events

    Piano Recital by Christopher Davis

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Christopher Davis, adjunct piano Instructor at St. Lawrence University, will perform Mozart-Sonata in C Minor, K457, Rachmaninov-Preludes from Op 23, Liebermann-Nocturne No. 8, Op 85, and Liszt-Après une lecture du Dante. The event is free, open to the public, and available via livestream.
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    SLU Writers Series Presents Santee Frazier

    - Herring-Cole Feinstone Room For over 50 years the Writers Series program at St. Lawrence University has welcomed all varieties of authors including Pulitzer Prize winners. Join us as we celebrate our current Viebranz Visiting Professor of Creative Writing, Santee Frazier. The event is free and open to the public.

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    Saints Win Big and Earn Accolades

    • Men’s Squash: The Saints went 2-0 this week, edging Hamilton 5-4 in a close match before securing a dominant 9-0 sweep over Dickinson on their Senior Day. Senior Lewis Anderson earned the victory at No. 1, while fellow seniors Hassan Madkour and Dean Brooker recorded three-game sweeps. The Saints, now 5-5, will compete in the Liberty League Championship this weekend, hosted at St. Lawrence.
    • Alpine Skiing: Senior Kobe Villeneuve landed on the podium with a career-best second-place finish in the men’s giant slalom at the Saint Michael’s Carnival. Villeneuve clocked a two-run time of 1:49.15, just 0.01 seconds behind the first-place finisher. His finish marks the first podium for the Saints in the event since Graham Scott ’15 placed second in 2012. The Saints finished fourth overall in the giant slalom.
    • Men’s Hockey: Seniors Will Arquiett and Philippe Chapleau each scored a goal in Friday night’s 2-1 home victory over Cornell. On Saturday, the Skating Saints honored the 25th anniversary of the 1999-2000 Frozen Four team with an on-ice ceremony at Appleton Arena.
    • Men’s Basketball: Two Saints recorded career-high 26-point performances as the team went 1-1 on the road. On Friday, senior Aidan Macaulay led the Saints to a 77-65 win over Bard with his 26-point effort. Junior Dan Anderson matched that total on Saturday against Vassar.
    • Women’s Basketball: The Saints dominated Bard on Friday night with a strong defensive performance, securing a 68-35 victory. Sophomore Elizabeth Flynn recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.
    • Nordic Skiing: The men’s team competed in 3.5K skate relays on day two of the Saint Michael’s Carnival. Sophomore Geo DeBrosse, first-year Evan Nichols, and junior Trevor Aitken combined for a time of 43:43.8, placing 15th and earning 46 team points. The women’s team of sophomore Samantha Legate, first-year Caroline Tarmy, and senior Lilli Thomas finished 17th with a time of 50:17.7, earning 39 points.
    • Cross Country: Both cross-country teams earned U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic Team honors this past week. On the women’s side, senior McKenna Allardi was named a USTFCCCA All-Academic Athlete, while junior Patrick Russell and senior Matthew Taylor received the same distinction on the men’s team.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Welcome, St. Lawrence Class of 2029! 

    Early Action acceptance letters have officially arrived in mailboxes! 🎉 In true Laurentian fashion, we wouldn’t let a little cold weather stop us from celebrating our newest Saints! Congratulate the Class of 2029 on the St. Lawrence Instagram account.

    In Memory

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    On Monday, President Morris informed the St. Lawrence community about the passing of Trustee Emeritus John W. Priesing P’94. A beloved trustee, devoted parent, and loyal supporter of St. Lawrence University, John’s long and purposeful life was marked by exemplary service, leadership, and generosity. 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.

  3. News Digest: November 19, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    November 19

    News 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.

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    How St. Lawrence University Is Leveling Up Collegiate Esports

    Esports is the fastest growing collegiate sport, and St. Lawrence is equipping itself to be one of the premier esport programs in the country.
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    'Math & Everything' Event Inspires the Next Generation of Women in STEM

    More than 300 high-school students, teachers, and counselors visited campus Friday for the second annual “Math & Everything” event designed to help North Country girls envision a future for themselves in mathematics, statistics, and computer or data science majors and careers.
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    Faculty Focus-November 18, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published in prestigious journals and presented at renowned conferences.

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    Fall 2025 Student Recital

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Students who have been studying privately this semester will be performing solos or in small ensembles.
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    Performance by the St. Lawrence Choral Society

    - Gunnison Memorial Chapel Join the Choral Society for their Fall 2025 concert.

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    Saints Head to Divisional Championships!

    Men’s Cross Country: Seniors Nick Lyndaker and Patrick Russell earned individual bids to the NCAA Division III Championship after Lyndaker placed second and Russell 25th at the Mideast Regional on their home course in Canton, N.Y. The NCAA announced the qualifiers Sunday afternoon, sending both Saints to South Carolina next weekend.

    Women’s Cross Country: Sophomore Avery Blanchard qualified for the NCAA Division III Championship with a 21st-place finish in 22:37.1 at the Mideast Regional, the best regional result of her career. She stayed steady through a crowded field to secure one of the region’s individual spots.

    Football: Eight Saints earned All-Liberty League honors. Senior Nicholas Huhtala, junior Ryan Donovan, senior Ryan Surhoff, and senior Clayton Fogler were named Second Team, while senior Will Lederman, sophomore Aidan Hays, junior Brennan Twombly, and sophomore Sam Arbaugh earned Honorable Mention. Huhtala led SLU with 45 receptions for 567 yards and six touchdowns, highlighted by a career-best 176-yard performance against Rochester on Saturday, where the Saints ended their season with a big win over the Yellowjackets.

    Riding: St. Lawrence closed the fall with two home shows at the Appleton Riding Hall. The Saints were Reserve High Point Team on Saturday with five blue ribbons, then claimed High Point Team honors Sunday. Senior Lauren Trexler earned High Point Rider with wins in Intermediate Fences and Limit Flat, and senior Harper Eskey was Reserve High Point Rider after a four-person ride off.

    Men’s Hockey: The St. Lawrence University men's program, in partnership with the Hockey Alumni Association, inducted Tom O'Connor '75, P'12, and the late Ray Shero '84 into the Legends of Appleton. The program also celebrated with the Ray Shero '84 Memorial Alumni Game in front of the Appleton Arena faithful. Before the contest, O'Connor and his family dropped the ceremonial first puck, and both O'Connor and Shero were honored during the first intermission in front of a packed Appleton Arena.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    100 Years of Men's Hockey 💯

    Thank you to Saints alumni and fans who celebrated alongside us this past weekend in honor of one hundred years of Saints men's hockey. The historic occasion included two Legends of Appleton inductees. We love our DI hockey here in the North Country, and we love this community. Here's to another 100 years! See highlights of the weekend on the St. Lawrence Instagram page

    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.

  4. News Digest: November 11, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    November 11

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    Q&A: Meet Professor Paul Graham

    Craig Professor of English Paul Graham '99, better known by students as “PG,” blends his passion for storytelling, teaching, and mentorship into every class he teaches. From guiding first-year students in their academic and personal growth to helping aspiring writers find their voices, his work highlights the power of narrative to connect people and spark change.
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    Faculty Focus-November 11, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published in prestigious journals and media outlets and presented research at renowned conferences.
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    Alumni in Action-November 11, 2025

    Several St. Lawrence alumni were featured by news outlets and recognized for inspiring professional accomplishments. This edition features alumni recognized for global leadership, helping their communities, and publishing novels.

    News from Around Campus

    Recent Acquisition of Akwesasne Mohawk Basket

    The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery is pleased to announce the acquisition of The Spirit of Basketmakers; Past and Present, an urn-shaped black ash and sweetgrass basket by Akwesasne Mohawk artist Nanci Ransom, a tradition bearer with more than thirty years of experience.
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    What Can You Do With a Degree in Biophysics?

    Five St. Lawrence biophysics alumni share where they’ve gone, what they’ve built, and why it all started here at SLU.

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    "Makin' The Changes" by Modern Band

    - Launders Underground (NC 001) Formerly known as Improv Lab, Modern Band will play music selections that include covers by The Beatles, The Grateful Dead, Little Feat, Wes Montgomery, The Meters, and others, as well as some original compositions by the members.

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    Saints Celebrate Milestones, Earn Wins

    Legends of Appleton/Men’s Hockey Centennial: The Saints men’s hockey program celebrates its 100th Anniversary and the 2025 Legends Weekend on November 14-15. Join us in Canton as we honor the legacy of Saints hockey and induct Tom O'Connor '75 and Ray Shero '84 into the Legends of Appleton. Click here for more information.

    Men’s Soccer: Junior defender Baker Diaz earned All-Liberty League First Team honors. Seniors Ryan Campbell and Jeremy Ogango made the Second Team, and juniors Nicholas Petrone and Gustav Scheibler were named to the Third Team. The Saints placed sixth and qualified for the Liberty League tournament.

    Women’s Squash: First-year Eboni Atherley was named Liberty League Rookie of the Week after helping the Saints open their season with a 7-0 sweep over Chatham on the road.

    Women’s Soccer: Seniors Madison King-Thurber and Meredith Donahue earned All-Liberty League Second Team honors, while junior defender Chloe Bourque made the Third Team.

    Men’s Swimming and Diving: The Saints defeated Bard 100-40, taking first in every event entered. First-year Logan Doody won three events.

    Women’s Swimming and Diving: St. Lawrence rolled to a 148-31 win over Bard, sweeping all events at Augsbury Pool. Junior Gracie Ringer earned two first-place finishes.

    Football: Senior running-back William Murray scored twice as the Saints held off Buffalo State 24-19. Senior Will Lederman passed for 258 yards and a touchdown, while sophomore Cole Phelan caught four passes for 113 yards. Senior kicker Clayton Fogler was named Liberty League Special Teams Player of the Week.

    Women’s Hockey: Graduate student Alexa Davis scored the game-winner and senior Emma-Sofie Nordström made 45 saves in a 1-0 shutout win over Princeton.

    Men’s Hockey: The Saints scored three goals in 3:40 late in the third to top RPI 4-3 on Friday night, splitting the weekend series.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow ❄️⛄️

    The North Country’s first snowfall has officially transformed campus, and we’re not complaining. While most people prefer the colorful leaves of Fall, is there not something uniquely gorgeous about our campus when it's bespeckled in snow? Check out the St. Lawrence Instagram page for a perfect preview of the season ahead!

    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.

  5. News Digest: October 7, 2025

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    October 7

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    St. Lawrence Professor’s Inventive Novel ‘The Caravaggio Syndrome’ Wins Acclaim

    The Professor of World Languages, Cultures, and Media describes the novel as one where past and present collide between similar characters from the 1600s and today, and across cities including Naples, New York City, Paris, and even on a remote upstate-New York university campus a bit like St. Lawrence’s.
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    Alumni in Action-October 7, 2025

    Several St. Lawrence alumni were featured by news outlets and recognized for inspiring professional accomplishments. This edition features alumni recognized for business leadership, helping their communities, and returning as staff to their forever home.
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    St. Lawrence in the News-October 7, 2025

    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-October 7, 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, were quoted in prestigious publications, presented at world-renowned academic conferences, and appeared on popular podcasts.

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    Performance by the World on a String group

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall World on a String features original music and arrangements by Paul Meyers, featuring Brazilian rhythms—bossa nova, samba, baiao, and much more! Other styles and rhythms are used as well, but the focus is on the rich variety of beautiful Brazilian sounds.
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    Writers Series presents Stephanie Elizondo Griest, Robin Hemley, Trudy Lewis, and Okey Ndibe

    - Carnegie 10 & Sykes Common Room Celebrating 25 years of the Viebranz Visiting Professorship. Welcome back Stephanie Elizondo Griest, Robin Hemley, Trudy Lewis, and Okey Ndibe for a writers craft talk and reading.

    Forests and Fandoms: Crafting New Worlds with Dan Caffrey

    - Griffiths 123 How can genre fiction such as horror and sci-fi be used to shape our understanding of the environment? Playwright, podcaster, and critic Dan Caffrey explores this question in "Fandoms and Forests," a thought-provoking talk that bridges the gap between playwriting, pop culture, and ecological storytelling.

    Carnegie 10 International Film Series – You will die at twenty

    - 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: "You will die at twenty" (2019)

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    Saints Post Dominant Wins 

    Women’s Soccer: Senior Meredith Donahue tallied a goal and an assist as the women’s soccer team earned a balanced 4-0 win over Bard College at the Lorenzo Ferrari Soccer & Lacrosse Complex in Annandale-on-Hudson, N.Y. The Saints improved to 5-3-3 overall and 1-1-0 in Liberty League play.

    Football: Six touchdowns, including five from senior Will Lederman, powered St. Lawrence to a 45-14 Liberty League win over Hilbert on Saturday at Leckonby Stadium. Lederman passed for a career-high 341 yards and four touchdowns, completing 14 of 17 passes with a long of 73 yards. Senior Nicholas Huhtala added four catches for a career-best 137 yards, and senior Shea Goodwin recorded six receptions for 95 yards. Lederman was named LL offensive performer of the week, while first-year Luke Robillard picked up LL rookie of the week honors.

    Men’s Soccer: The men’s soccer team posted a dominant week, defeating Clarkson 2-0 and Bard 3-0 to move to 2-2 in Liberty League play. First-year goalkeeper Zach Amato recorded back-to-back shutouts to earn Liberty League Defensive Performer of the Week honors.

    Women’s Swimming and Diving: Sophomore Lilly Mruzik, first-year Sophie Nelson, and the 200-yard medley relay team earned wins as the women’s swimming and diving team opened the season at the Union Quad Meet against Clarkson, Smith, and Union.

    Men’s Golf: Junior Gabe Ward led the Saints at the Hamilton Invitational, finishing fourth at the par-72 Rome Country Club with a two-day total of 148 and eight birdies. Senior Ben DeBiase improved by nine strokes on Sunday to climb 14 spots and tie for 18th overall.

    Men’s Cross-Country: Senior Nick Lyndaker earned his third Liberty League Performer of the Week honor following a standout run at the Paul Short Invitational. Competing in the 8k white race against several nationally ranked programs, the Canton native finished 13th overall in 24:44.9.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Celebrate and Network with Fellow Laurentians 

    At St. Lawrence, alumni open doors, share experiences, and invest in each other’s success. That's why we were named the No. 1 Alumni Network in the nation. This fall, join us in cities across the country for a series of alumni events celebrating what makes our community one of a kind. Click here to see the full schedule of events

     

     

    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.

  6. News Digest: February 18, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    February 18

    News 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.

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    Faculty Focus-February 18, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published articles in prominent publications, were honored with prestigious scholarly positions, and presented at academic conferences.

    Events

    D&I Book Club: Take My Hand by D. Perkins-Valdez

    - Buckley Room (SC 336) As part of Black History Month, the D&I Book Club will read "Take My Hand" by D. Perkins-Valdez.

    Letter-Writing Event: “Dear North Country”

    - Ireland Lounge, Noble Center The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery and the English department are hosting “Dear North Country,” an in-person letter-writing event. The event is part of an international project called "Make Visible"–an ongoing, community-led project developed by New Zealand artist, curator, and activist Shannon Novak.

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    Saints Shatter Records and Celebrate Seniors

    • Men’s Track and Field: Junior Nick Lyndaker shattered the program record in the mile run at the David Hemery Valentine Invitational on Friday, posting a time of 4:03.36. His performance also set a new Liberty League record. Lyndaker now ranks third in NCAA Division III this season and 10th in Division III history in the event.
    • Men’s Basketball: The Saints swept the weekend with back-to-back victories, including a Senior Day win. On Friday, they defeated second-place Ithaca 68-61, with four players scoring in double figures. On Saturday, the team honored six seniors in a pre-game ceremony before dominating Union 74-50. The Saints head into next weekend’s road matchups with their playoff fate on the line.
    • Women’s Basketball: Junior Jackie Malley sealed a thrilling 59-56 victory over Union on Senior Day, sinking a game-winning and-one layup with one second remaining. Seniors Caelan McHarney and Nicole Jeffrey were recognized in a pre-game ceremony.
    • Women’s Tennis: The Saints opened their 2025 schedule in dominant fashion, earning back-to-back sweeps on Saturday against Saint Michael’s and SUNY Oneonta.
    • Men’s Hockey: The Skating Saints rallied in the final minute of regulation to force overtime, where senior Greg Lapointe netted the game-winner in a 3-2 victory over Dartmouth on Saturday. Sophomore Gunnar Thoreson, Lapointe, and sophomore Jan Olenginski each tallied a goal in the win.
    • Women’s Hockey: Six different Saints found the back of the net in a commanding road win over Harvard on Saturday. The No. 7-ranked Saints conclude the regular season with this victory and now turn their focus to the ECAC Hockey Playoffs as the third seed, securing a first-round bye.
    • Nordic Skiing: On Day 2 of the Middlebury Carnival, senior Emma Strack earned her third top-five finish of the season. She placed fifth in the women’s 10K classic, finishing in 29:21.9.
    • Alpine Skiing: The men’s team recorded its second top-five result of the season on Day 2 of the Middlebury Carnival. Senior Kobe Villeneuve led the Saints with a seventh-place finish, while sophomore Charlie Welch and first-year Kaiden Villeneuve achieved career-best finishes, placing ninth and 17th, respectively.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Saints Accelerate–Alumni Return to Campus to Mentor Students

    Last week, sophomores and juniors connected with our nationally recognized alumni network members during Saints Accelerate, an interactive career development program designed to help students build confidence, strengthen networking skills, and explore career paths. Students gained new insights, valuable connections, and a stronger sense of direction for the future while building networking confidence and exploring possible career paths. View photos on the St. Lawrence Instagram account

    In Memory

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    On February 11, President Morris informed the Laurentian community about the passing of Professor Emerita of Sociology Patrice Elaine Patterson LeClerc. Patrice was a beloved faculty member from 1995 until her retirement in 2013, during which time she enriched the academic community at St. Lawrence through her teaching, research, and dedication to her students. 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.

  7. News Digest: March 4, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    March 4

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    St. Lawrence Receives $1.5 Million Gift to Endow a Full Scholarship for Middle-Class North Country Students

    The Edward John Noble Foundation has made a $1.5 million gift to St. Lawrence University to endow a comprehensive scholarship for middle-class students from the North Country. The scholarship funds a loan-free financial aid package for up to four years of study—including full tuition, room and board, and student fees.

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    Threading: A Performance Lecture

    - Hepburn Auditorium 218 Can art help us advocate for the environment? Visiting scholar-activist Dr. Alex Davenport explores this question through his research into coalfields in Appalachia.
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    Advocacy Workshop Showcase

    - Eben Holden Main A showcase of student work developed in an advocacy workshop with visiting scholar Dr. Alex Davenport.

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    Saints Succeed On and Off the Field

    • Women’s Hockey: The Saints are heading to the ECAC Hockey semifinals after sweeping Yale in the quarterfinals. Graduate student Claire Tyo netted the game-winner in overtime of Game 1, while graduate student Kristina Bahl secured the series-clinching goal in Game 2. Head coach Chris Wells has been named a finalist for the ECAC Hockey Coach of the Year award for the second consecutive season.
    • Men’s Hockey: Senior captain Mason Waite has been named the 2025 ECAC Hockey Scholar-Athlete of the Year. This award is presented annually to the ECAC Hockey student-athlete who best exemplifies excellence both on the ice and in the classroom. The Saints will face Dartmouth on the road in the opening round of the ECAC Hockey Championship on Saturday, March 8, at 7 p.m. ​
    • Men’s Lacrosse: The No. 12 Saints improved to 2-0 on the season with an 11-9 victory over No. 15 St. John Fisher. Sophomore Daniel Mahoney recorded a career-high five goals in the win. The matchup was a rematch of last year’s NCAA Tournament meeting, where the Saints fell by one goal. This time, St. Lawrence came out on top to avenge the previous loss and continue a strong start to the season. ​
    • Women’s Track and Field: First-year Avery Blanchard led the way at the Liberty League Championships, winning the 5,000-meter run with a time of 18:23.58.​
    • Men’s Track and Field: Junior Nick Lyndaker captured two individual titles at the Liberty League Championships, winning both the mile run and the 3,000-meter. He was named Men’s Track Athlete of the Meet for his outstanding performance.​
    • Men’s Basketball: The Saints advanced in the Liberty League playoffs with a 58-50 road win over Vassar in the opening round. Junior Adam Dudzinski led all scorers with 18 points, while junior Dan Anderson added 11. The Saints’ season came to an end in the conference semifinals against Ithaca. This week, both Dudzinski and Anderson received postseason recognition, with Dudzinski earning Second-Team All-Liberty League honors and Anderson being named to the Third Team. ​
    • Women’s Basketball: Sophomore Elizabeth Flynn has been named to the All-Liberty League Second Team for the 2024-25 season, the conference announced Tuesday. She ranks second in the league with 10.2 rebounds per game and led the Saints in scoring, averaging 11.7 points per contest.​
    • Liberty League All-Academic: Thirty-seven St. Lawrence University student-athletes have been named to the Liberty League Winter All-Academic Team, as announced by conference commissioner Tracy King. This honor recognizes student-athletes who excel both in their sport and in the classroom.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Fits and Tricks at Rail Jam!

    Our annual rail jam festivities took over the Richard F. Brush '52 Memorial University Quad last Friday, with students bringing their best tricks–and retro ski fits! Shoutout to the Outing Club for making it all happen! View photos from Rail Jam on the St. Lawrence Instagram page. ⛷️🏂

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  8. News Digest: February 11, 2025

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    Dining Services Staff Savor Cooking Competition Success

    Four staff members from St. Lawrence’s Dining Services took home the bronze earlier this month at the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Conference and competition hosted by Skidmore College.
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    Who Are Our Sustaining Saints?

    Sean Kelly ’15 has made a gift to St. Lawrence University’s annual fund every year since graduating. Here, he shares his memories of St. Lawrence, his reasons for giving back, and how he keeps the spirit of community alive in some surprising ways.

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    "Re-Writing the Streets 2.0" Sticker Exhibition on Display at PA College of Technology

    Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Director Catherine Tedford has been collecting stickers since 2003, and her collection numbers over 15,000 stickers from around the world. A portion of her collection is currently on display in Pennsylvania.

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    Bribe, Inc.: Emmy-Winning Filmmaker Peter Klein Presents a Riveting Documentary on Global Corruption

    - Hepburn Auditorium 218 Join three-time Emmy Award-winning director and producer Peter Klein as he presents "Bribe, Inc.," his latest investigative documentary.

    Letter-Writing Event: “Dear North Country”

    - Ireland Lounge, Noble Center The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery and the English department are hosting “Dear North Country,” an in-person letter-writing event. The event is part of an international project called "Make Visible"–an ongoing, community-led project developed by New Zealand artist, curator, and activist Shannon Novak.

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    Saints Secure Liberty League Title, Sweep Opponents

    • Women's Squash: The Saints secured their fifth Liberty League title on Sunday against Denison, overcoming a 4-2 deficit. Key performances from senior Meg Pruett and first-years Mariam Dodd and Angel Otshabeng propelled the team to their first championship since the 2021-22 season. Otshabeng was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player.
    • Men's Squash: The men's team advanced to the Liberty League title match after defeating Bard 6-1 and sweeping Haverford 9-0 on Saturday. First-year Grégory Malsang earned the Most Outstanding Player award for the championships, marking the second consecutive year a Saint has received this honor.
    • Women's Hockey: The Saints achieved a weekend sweep by defeating No. 9 Quinnipiac and, on Senior Day, No. 12 Princeton. These victories secured them a first-round bye and home-ice advantage in the best-of-three quarterfinals beginning February 28. Additionally, ECAC Hockey announced senior Taylor Lum as a nominee for the Mandi Schwartz Student-Athlete of the Year award. Junior Emma-Sofie Nordström was selected as one of nine semifinalists for the Hockey Commissioners Association Goalie of the Year award and is representing Team Denmark at the Olympic qualifiers.
    • Women's Basketball: Over the weekend, the women's team went 2-0, edging RIT 55-52 and then delivering an offensive showcase to defeat William Smith 81-59. Sophomore Elizabeth Flynn and junior Caelan McHarney scored in double digits in each game. The Saints have won four of their past five contests.
    • Men's Hockey: The Skating Saints secured a 4-4 tie and shootout win over Princeton on Saturday night. Junior Tyler Cristall led with two goals, while first-year Isaac Tremblay and sophomore Jan Olenginski each contributed a goal. Goaltender Dominic Basse clinched the shootout by stopping three of the Tigers' attempts.
    • Swimming and Diving: Both the men's and women's swimming and diving teams were recognized as CSCAA Scholar All-America Teams for the 2024 fall semester, each achieving a collective GPA over 3.3 to earn this academic distinction.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Ski Lessons With the Outing Club! ❄️⛷️

    Nothing beats fresh snow and a ski lesson on the Quad! With help from the Outing Club, students picked up new skills, gained confidence on their skis, and had a blast in our campus winter wonderland. View the video on the St. Lawrence Instagram account

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  9. News Digest: October 28, 2025

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    St. Lawrence University Announces $3.5 Million Gift to Endow Geology Professorship

    St. Lawrence University has received a transformative $3.5 million gift from anonymous donors to establish the Mark Erickson Endowed Professorship in Geology, honoring Professor Emeritus Mark Erickson’s more than four decades of teaching, mentorship, and scholarship.
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    Faculty Focus-October 28, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published acclaimed books, were quoted in prestigious publications, and wrote articles in high-impact journals.

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    Mediterranean Fusion Music by the Baklava Express

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Baklava Express is a NYC-based cross-cultural fusion project, led by award-winning composer and oud player, Josh Kaye. The band performs original music, influenced by various traditions, from Mizrahi and Sephardi folk music to the broader musical traditions of the Mediterranean and Middle East.

    Faculty Cafe with Dr. Sarah Knobel: Exploring Synthetic Nature

    - Herring-Cole Feinstone Room Join Professor Sarah Knobel for a Faculty Café talk exploring her recent body of work, "Synthetic Nature," which investigates the ecological and emotional impact of plastic packaging and consumer waste.

    Film Screening: No Other Land

    - Hepburn Auditorium 218 "No Other Land" is the first Oscar winning film about Palestine in history. For half a decade, Basel Adra, a Palestinian activist, films his community of Masafer Yatta being destroyed by Israel's occupation, as he builds an unlikely alliance with an Israeli journalist who wants to join his fight.

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    Saints Can't Stop, Won't Stop Winning 🥇

    Women’s Hockey: First-year Rylan Haslam scored back-to-back goals in the third period to lift St. Lawrence to a 3-2 comeback win over Union on Saturday, completing a weekend sweep. The Saints also earned a 3-2 victory over RPI on Friday.

    Men’s Hockey: Sophomore Cayden Casey and first-years Sam LeDrew and Cooper Pierson each found the net as St. Lawrence defeated the University of Toronto, 3-2, in exhibition play Saturday night at Appleton Arena.

    Men’s Soccer: Senior Ryan Campbell and junior Eric Edmonds both scored to lead the Saints to a 2-1 road win at RPI on Saturday in Troy, N.Y. St. Lawrence improved to 6-8 overall and 4-4 in Liberty League play.

    Women’s Soccer: Senior Meredith Donahue scored the game’s only goal, while sophomore Reagan Murphy posted a shutout in net as St. Lawrence earned a 1-0 Senior Day win over RPI. The victory moved the Saints into fifth place in the Liberty League standings as they chase a playoff spot.

    Men’s Rowing: The Novice 8 crew earned a first-place finish at the Head of the Fish on Saturday in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. They finished in 11:55.835, beating boats from UMass, Rhode Island, Middlebury, and Boston College.

    Women’s Rowing: The Varsity 8 led the Saints at the Head of the Fish in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, recording the top women’s finish of the day. They placed 13th overall with a time of 13:01.579.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    What's Your SLU Hot Take?? 🤯😱

    Dana better than the Pub?? Meatloaf the best entree at Dana?? ODY basement the best study spot?? Rowing the best team on campus?? We asked students what their SLU hot takes were, and got some scorching replies. Comment your SLU hot take on the St. Lawrence Instagram page!

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  10. News Digest: April 22, 2025

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    St. Lawrence Recognized as a 2025 Tree Campus

    St. Lawrence earned national recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation as a 2025 Tree Campus. The achievement, which we have earned three years in a row, demonstrates the University’s commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and community engagement.
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    St. Lawrence Esports Heads to Nationals

    St. Lawrence’s Overwatch Esports team is headed to nationals for the first time in program history after winning the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) northeastern division title.
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    St. Lawrence Joins the EcoLeague Environmental Education Consortium

    St. Lawrence recently joined the EcoLeague, a consortium of liberal arts colleges and universities dedicated to ecologically focused education and research as well as modeling sustainability through their operations and facilities.
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    Faculty Focus-April 22, 2025

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published peer-reviewed articles, were profiled for academic journals, and wrote opinion pieces in prominent publications.

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    New Global Studies Art Gallery Exhibit + Zine Library Now Open

    Check out the latest exhibit in the Global Studies Art Gallery in the Global Dialogue Center, "Plantation Past, Present, Futures..." The exhibit features artwork and critical reflections from students in the Art, Activism, and Environment course.

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    2025 Frank P. Piskor Lecture Featuring Dr. Amanda Oldacre

    - Griffiths 123 Harlan Holladay Lecture Hall In this lecture, Dr. Oldacre will explain how we can use a technique that combines light and electricity, known as photo-electrochemistry, to break down microplastic pollutants. This method uses a light-activated catalyst to help degrade microplastics into harmless products like carbon dioxide and water. The lecture will focus on the assembly, characterization, and stability of the proposed degradation system. 
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    Moving-Up Weekend

    - Campus Wide Celebrate student achievements—academic, leadership, and beyond—during Moving-Up Weekend! From the Festival of Science, Scholarship, and Creativity to Folk Fest, athletic events, art exhibits, musical performances, and more, it’s a weekend full of ways to recognize everything students accomplished this year.
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    Artist Talk by Randi Renate

    - Griffiths Room 123 Operating across installation, sculpture, and an art-science podcast, Randi Renate's artwork involves a choreographing of bodies within a sculptural framework to conduct her research on how things are interwoven.
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    St. Lawrence Choral Society performance

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Featuring the music of Aaron Copland, William L. Dawson, James Erb, C.A. Pinto Fonseca, Vytautas Mišminus, Zachary Moore, Randal Stroope, Randal Thompson, and Gwyneth Walker. The event is free, open to the public, and available via livestream.
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    Festival of SLU in the Community

    - Eben Holden The Festival of SLU in the Community celebrates student engagement with the local community during this showcase of their experiences.

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    Saints Sweep the Weekend and Earn National Honors

    • Baseball: The Saints picked up three wins this past week, taking down Vassar 9-4 in the backend of a double header. Sophomore Mike Siano, senior Timothy Connor, and senior Sean Desjardins all recorded two hits. The team also picked up back-to-back wins against Hobart this past Saturday, winning both games 7-3, as senior Michael Hutchins and sophomore Boden Driscoll dominated on the mound.
    • Softball: The Saints won four games this week, recording two doubleheader sweeps against Potsdam and Union. Against Potsdam, they won 4-3 and 5-2, where sophomore Izzy Melanson and first-year Marleigh Monroe had wins in the circle. Against Union, they recorded 9-5, and 8-0 wins, coming back to beat Union in Game 1 of the twin bill.
    • Women’s Lacrosse: The Scarlet and Brown took down Skidmore 10-5 this past Friday, where sophomore Jessica LaPlaca had a career-best eight points. They finished the weekend 1-1.
    • Men’s Lacrosse: In the Route 11 rivalry matchup against Clarkson last Wednesday, the Saints won 9-7 after an electric final quarter where they outscored the Knights 5-1. Last Thursday, sophomore Daniel Mahoney and senior Charlie Miele earned spots on the USILA Team of the Week for their play in the wins against Middlebury and Ithaca.
    • Football: Seven players earned a spot in the 2025 National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society. Seniors Oskar Baldwin, Matthew Dahill, Joseph O’Neil, Evan Pastino, Cole Salyards, and Dexter Seeley were all named recipients of the achievement.
    • Track and Field: Both teams competed in the Middlebury Invitational this past Saturday. On the men’s side, junior Patrick Russell won the 3000-meter and junior Nick Lyndaker won the 800-meter, and the team consisting of first-year Dylan Keating, sophomore Caleb Young, junior Kris Mellor, and senior Leif Harvey won the 4x400-meter relay. On the women’s side, sophomore Carly Zack took home a win in the 3000-meter run with her time of 12.09.86, and junior Amelia Berthold had personal bests in the 100-meter hurdles and the 400-meter hurdles.
    • Women’s Golf: Senior Mary Grace McCann and first-year Sadie Cumming both shot 80 to tie for second place in a dual match with Union this past Friday.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    NYC Semester Wraps Up With National Model UN Conference

    To wrap up the New York City semester, St. Lawrence students participated in the National Model United Nations conference. Over five days, our students represented Sweden across ten different committees, engaging in discussions about pressing global issues. The final day of the conference took place in the United Nations General Assembly Hall. Watch a video produced by Colby Lauria '25 on the St. Lawrence Instagram account showcasing the NYC semester

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