News Digest: July 11
July 11
News 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 Friday, July 8 President Morris sent a message to the community sharing news of the passing of Kevin Lazore, who made meaningful contributions to St. Lawrence with his enthusiasm and a positive attitude. Read the message. |
University News & Stories
Students Increase Mental Health Resources On Campus Through Peer Health NetworkThe SLU Peer Health Network promotes wellness campus-wide by combining events, resources, and peer support. An idea formed in a community-based learning class, this student-run initiative will benefit the St. Lawrence community for years to come. |
Board of Trustees Elects Nicholas PennimanSt. Lawrence University’s Board of Trustees has elected Nicholas G. Penniman V ’92 as a new term member. Penniman will serve for a period of six years beginning on July 1. |
Empowering Students in Global Classrooms: Caroline Fleischauer ’15 Awarded Fulbright to Teach in ThailandThough it was practically predestined, Caroline Fleischauer ’15 didn’t come to St. Lawrence expecting to discover her passion for teaching. Education was always an important value in her family, but Fleischauer was uncertain if it was her calling, too. |
Taking Care of Business: Experiential Course Connects Students & AlumniSince its inception in 2014, St. Lawrence’s Business Case Study course has provided students with the tools needed to analyze real-world industry problems while developing thoughtful solutions. The best part? The alumni network and local business owners are there to offer expert insight. |
Faculty Focus–July 11, 2022Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty weighed in on current events as podcast guests, published journal articles with alumni, presented papers at international conferences, and shared their passion for poetry in published works. |
First Person: Unearthing My Passion for ArchitectureAt first glance, an art and art history major and a geology minor may not seem like the most obvious combination. For Michael Yirenkyi ’22, they’re a perfect match. In his geology classes, he learned how to ask critical questions. In art and art history, he imagined creative answers. Four years of exploring, creating, and embracing new perspectives lead him to his greatest passion yet–architecture. |
The Barista: Making Space for 'Safe Saturdays' and MoreDuring their first year on campus, Cheyenne McQuain ’20 and Brady Terry ’20 were inspired to create a substance-free space for students. Today, The Barista, a sober theme house, continues their work by providing games, movies, and lifelong friendships. |
News from Around Campus
May College 2022: Reconnect, Reset, RekindleAfter a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, over 80 faculty and staff reconnected during May College on May 24 and 25. |
Womxn Faculty Take Part in Academic Writing RetreatSt. Lawrence University womxn faculty participated in a two-day academic writing retreat on June 16 and 17. |
SLU Students Awarded Scholarships for Off-Campus Study in DenmarkThe Center for International and Intercultural Studies is pleased to congratulate several SLU students who were awarded scholarship funds by DIS to support their off-campus study plans in Copenhagen, Denmark for the fall 2022 semester. DIS Scholarship funds can assist with costs associated with off-campus study including flights, visas, and passports, as well as other on-site opportunities. |
Dr. Sue Willson Leads Summer Course in EcuadorEach summer, St. Lawrence University offers a dynamic array of courses taught around the world. Associate Professor of Biology Susan Willson led Laurentians in Ecuador through her Summer 2022 Course where they visited three distinct tropical ecosystems: the high-elevation Andean grasslands, the humid montane cloud forest, and the Galapagos Islands. |
Scarlet & Brown Stories Podcast-Episode 14: Year One in ReviewThe podcast production team takes a look back at year one of the Scarlet & Brown Stories Podcast and the many ways our guests have exemplified the five Laurentian pillars: Learn, Serve, Give, Connect, and Celebrate. |
Athletics
Saints Recognized for Academic & Athletic PerformancesNearly 60 members of Saints Men's Lacrosse, Women's Ice Hockey, and Men's Hockey earned USILA-Dynamic Scholar All-America honors and All-Academic honors in recognition of their performances on and off the field. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
Social Media
Busy Bees for SustainabilitySt. Lawrence students interning at the Sustainability Farm have been busy as bees this summer! They recently suited up to practice their beekeeping skills and learned how to produce honey right from the comb. View photos from their adventure 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 or by contacting Jessica Kennedy in University Communications at (315) 229-1808.
