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  1. News Digest: August 29, 2022

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    August 29

    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

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    Faculty and Staff Honored, Awarded Promotions at Annual Convocation Ceremony

    To mark the beginning of a new academic year and celebrate the contributions of all members of the St. Lawrence community, the University honored several employees with awards for their outstanding service and recognized a number of faculty who earned tenure and promotions during their annual Convocation event. The ceremony was held outside in the Herring-Cole Grove on Wednesday, August 25.
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    St. Lawrence Welcomes Class of 2026

    The Class of 2026 are leaders in and out of the classroom. They’re artists and performers, entrepreneurs, athletes, and advocates. Even before they matriculated on August 21, 2022, they set the bar high for future Laurentians. They came to St. Lawrence with a cumulative four-year GPA of 92.3—a record for an incoming class.
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    Financing the Future

    Earlier this year, St. Lawrence University received its largest George I. Alden Trust grant award to create a new, state-of-the-art Bloomberg Finance Lab in Owen D. Young Library (ODY) in support of the new finance major.
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    Laurentians Inspire: Alaska Boat Captain Casts a Net on Sustainability

    This summer Jessica Normandeau ’15 set sail on her newest business venture: captain of a 32-foot vessel in Bristol Bay, Alaska. With grueling 18-hour workdays and a lot of creative problem solving, she’s part of a small percentage of women sustainably harvesting fish from the world’s largest, completely wild, sockeye salmon run.

    News from Around Campus

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    Gallery Director Presents Research at International Conference

    In August, Director of the Richard F. Brush Gallery Catherine Tedford presented an illustrated online paper titled "Street Stickers as Subversive Visual Discourse" at the 2022 International Visual Literacy Association conference.

    Events

    "Stickiness," Lecture by Chris Ingraham

    - Griffiths Room 123 University of Utah Associate Professor of Communication Chris Ingraham will present a lecture in conjunction with the "Inspiring, Controversial, Obey!" exhibition on display through Saturday, Sept. 3. at the Richard F. Brush Gallery.
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    Auditions for Silent Sky

    - Gulick Theatre, Noble Center Science+ Feminism+ Theatre: What could be better? Auditions for the Fall 2022 University Theatre production of "Silent Sky" by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Jen Thomas will be held on Thursday, September 1 from 7-9 p.m. in Gulick Theatre. Audition appointments due to scheduling conflicts are available upon request.
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    Richard F. Brush Art Gallery Presents: Inspiring, Controversial, Obey!

    - Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery presents work by one of the most well-known contemporary American street artists, Shepard Fairey on display from Wednesday, August 10 through Saturday, September 3. In celebration of the exhibition, the community is invited to participate in a sticker design contest. Submissions are due Thursday, September 1 at noon.

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    Saints Honor Laurentian During Run4Ryan

    The St. Lawrence University men's and women's cross country and track and field programs held the 15th Annual Run4Ryan Alumni Run on Saturday. The 5 and 6K event brought together alumni, current students, and the local community to honor late Saints athlete, Ryan Wells '05. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Fall 2022 Semester Begins at St. Lawrence

    St. Lawrence students are back on campus and ready for new adventures! View photos from the first week of classes on the St. Lawrence Facebook page.

    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.

  2. February 2019 Safety Committee Minutes

    MINUTES OF ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY SAFETY COMMITTEE HELD AT DIANA TORREY HEALTH AND COUNSELING CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2019 STARTING AT 9:00 AM. Chairperson: Pat Gagnon, Co-Chair...

  4. Diversity and Inclusion Week 2025

    St. Lawrence University’s Diversity and Inclusion Week Committee is excited to celebrate our fifth Diversity & Inclusion week beginning Sunday, March 2 – Sunday, March 9, 2025. Our theme this...

  5. History Careers

    History Majors at Work History majors follow many different career paths. Our alumni successfully market both their historical knowledge and skills to employers in many fields. From law, government and...

  6. News Digest: December 18, 2024

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    December 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.

    University News & Stories

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    St. Lawrence Fed Challenge Team Tackles Real-World Financial Challenges

    St. Lawrence University’s Fed Challenge team leveraged the power of their liberal arts education, the University’s top-ranked alumni network, and financial support from a local bank to prepare for this year’s virtual National College Fed Challenge.
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    Faculty Focus-December 16, 2024

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published journal articles, presented at academic conferences, wrote fiction stories, and were interviewed by international media.

    News from Around Campus

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    Physics Students Discuss Their Microwave Projects

    Students in Dr. Munir Pirbhai's Phys 221L "Modern Physics Lab" course presented their microwave projects to the Physics department faculty at our annual Microwave Symposium.
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    St. Lawrence Students Contribute to U.S. Foreign Policy through Diplomacy Lab

    This fall, six students partnered with senior leadership of the Europe and Eurasian Affairs program at the Foreign Service Institute of the U.S. State Department. Under the guidance of Dr. Mert Kartal, political science students investigated the impact of immigration on the rise of far-right populism in European Union member countries.
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    Taming Trash: Students Learn About Waste Management

    This semester, students in the Taming Trash course, taught by Dr. Lori Clark explored waste management through hands-on experiences. The class visited the St. Lawrence compost site, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Anaerobic Digester, and the Development Authority of the North Country Materials Management Facility.

    Athletics

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    Saints Earn All-Region Accolades

    • Football: Senior captain and tight-end Oskar Baldwin earned Division 3, Third-Team All-Region honors for Region II. Baldwin, who also earned First-Team All-Liberty League accolades, played in all nine games for the Saints this season and led the team in receptions with 40 catches for 491 yards, averaging 47.89 yards per game.
    • Men’s Soccer: Seniors George Charalambous and Max Mogul, along with sophomore Henry Brown, earned All-Region III Second Team honors for their play this season. Brown, who was named the Liberty League Player of the Year, and earned First Team All-League, emerged as the league's top player this season.
    • Women’s Soccer: Senior captain defender Mia Cence earned All-Region III Third Team honors for her play this season. Cence is the first Saint to be named All-Region since Julia Mulhern '20 and Hannah Arment '20, who earned First Team nods in 2019. Cence, who was a Second Team All-Liberty League selection, played in 15 games this past season and started in 14 of them. The defender was a difference maker on the backline helping the team to a 1.18 team goals against average and five clean sheets.

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

    Social Media

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    That's a Wrap on Fall 2024!

    From fieldwork in the Adirondacks to focused work in campus classrooms, this semester has been full of exploration and growth. Here’s to everything we’ve learned and shared. Congratulations on all you accomplished this fall, Saints! View photos from the Fall 2024 semester on the St. Lawrence Instagram account. 

    In Memory

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    On December 4, President Morris sent a message to the St. Lawrence Community about the passing of Carolyn "Carrie" Johns, professor emerita of environmental studies. Carrie was a beloved member of the faculty, whose dedication to teaching, research, and the environment left an indelible mark on the St. Lawrence community. Read the message. 

    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: October 4th, 2021

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    October 4

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

    Messages to the Community

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    The President's Office, Academic Affairs, and Student Life sent a message to the community on Friday, Oct. 1 providing an update on last week’s test results, a  change to the Campus Operating Status (Yellow-A), adjustments to testing protocols, information about Mid-Semester Break, and key public health reminders. Read the message. 

    University News & Stories

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    Saints Take Advantage of Summer Semester 
    St. Lawrence student athletes made the most of their summer in Canton. Between practice sessions and a demanding compressed academic schedule, they took advantage of opportunities to help them stay on track for the fall sports season. 

    12-Hour Shift: Combating COVID-19 One Shot at a Time
    For Curtis Amory '23, working for St. Lawrence Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in fall 2020, was difficult but rewarding.  After experiencing firsthand the damage COVID-19 can do, he remained committed to helping the North Country by working at a vaccination clinic. 
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    St. Lawrence Adds New Majors in Data Science, Finance

    St. Lawrence University has created new bachelor’s degree programs in data science and finance, two cutting-edge fields where graduates are in high demand and Laurentians will excel thanks to their liberal arts education.
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    St. Lawrence University Dedicates Campus Residence in Honor of First Black Graduate

    The home on St. Lawrence University’s campus that houses the Dean of Student Life and has served as a welcoming space for all students now bears the name of the University’s first Black graduate.
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    Faculty Focus - Oct. 4, 2021

    Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty co-organized conferences, earned honorable mentions for their books, and published scholarly articles.

    News from Around Campus

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    Trace Remains: Artists' Presentations Now Available

    The artists’ gallery talk with Rachael Marne Jones and Ryan Keith Parker originally scheduled for Monday, September 20, was reconceptualized. Instead of an in-person presentation, the artists have spoken about...

    Events

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    Virtual Organ Concert: Exploring the Pipes
    See the beautiful interior of Gunnison Memorial Chapel as you listen to the voices of Ad Hoc Singers, flutist Laura Rediehs, and the 1926 Estey Organ played by organist Sondra Goldsmith Proctor. Watch the concert.
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    Poetry for Peace

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    Please join us via Zoom to read a poem you've written, a poem by a favorite poet, or just to listen to poems on a different theme. And tell your...
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    Faculty Book Talk - Ronnie Olesker, Government

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    Israel’s Securitization Dilemma: BDS and the Battle for the Legitimacy of the Jewish State

    In 2015, the Palestinian Soccer Association campaigned to ban Israel from FIFA (the international soccer federation)...

    Athletics

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    Skating Saints Defeat Clarkson in Exhibition Contest; Fall Sports Continue 

    In their first game since the ECAC Championship, the men's ice hockey team defeated 19th ranked Clarkson 3 - 0 in an exhibition contest on Saturday at Cheel Arena. The Saturday wins continued with the field hockey team securing its first Liberty League win of the season by defeating RPI 2-1 at home.

    On Friday, the Esports Overwatch team topped Lackawanna 3-0 for their first win of the season while women's ice hockey defeated Syracuse  4-1 at Appleton.  Last week, Lillian Sullivan '23 and Caitlyn Avery '23 won their doubles and singles matches to lead women's tennis to a 7-2 win over SUNY Oneonta at home. 

    Visit SaintsAthletics.com for up-to-date news and scores.

     

    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 contact Meg Keniston in University Communications at (315) 229-5565 with news items from your department or division, or news regarding student events and achievements.

  8. 2019 February Safety Committee minutes

    MINUTES OF ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY SAFETY COMMITTEE HELD AT DIANA TORREY HEALTH AND COUNSELING CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2019 STARTING AT 9:00 AM. Chairperson: Pat Gagnon, Co-Chair...

  9. Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response

    Updated September 2022 Sexual Violence: What it is; what St. Lawrence says about it; and what you can do to prevent it. Our Process: Simplified If the University receives a...