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  1. A large group of Saint Lawrence University students, many dressed in red and gray, gather excitedly in the campus fitness center, posing and cheering. They stand in front of workout equipment under bright overhead lights. The group is smiling and waving, creating a lively and celebratory atmosphere.

    St. Lawrence University Celebrates Official Dedication of the George W. Karpus '68 Athletic Center

    Over 250 Laurentians gathered for the dedication of the George W. Karpus ’68 Athletic Center at Appleton Arena on October 26, becoming the first to see St. Lawrence’s 95th building on campus. The building’s namesake and lead donor addressed the crowd, sharing his modest roots and emphasizing the transformative impact of his college experience.

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  2. Patti Frazer Locke, Suzy Noble, Randy LaBrake, and SHinu Abraham.

    Faculty and Staff Honored, Awarded Promotions at 2024 Convocation Ceremony

    The St. Lawrence University community came together under the canopy of the Herring-Cole Grove in the Enchanted Forest on Aug. 28 to celebrate the start of a new academic year and recognize the outstanding contributions of faculty and staff.

  3. Bob Durocher, in a tan trench coat, is giving instructions to his team during a break in a game. The coach is gesturing with his hand while the players, dressed in red and white uniforms, sit and listen attentively.

    Retirement Goal in Sight for Durocher After a Championship Career

    Senior Associate Vice President for Athletics Bob Durocher M’94, P’13 is retiring after nine years leading the Athletics Department and a  35-year career with Saints Athletics. He will remain in the position until a successor is selected after a national search.

  4. Saint Lawrence University President Kathryn Morris stands outside with her arms crossed on a bright spring day.

    Home Improvements

    President Morris

    President Morris reflects on recent campus renovations and upcoming facility enhancements.

  5. A young male athlete wearing a brown and red St. Lawrence University track uniform with the number 503, running on an indoor track with a determined expression. The background is blurred, highlighting his focus and motion.

    Speeding Past a 40-Year-Old Record

    Karen Morrissey Bedard '96

    For Nick Lyndaker '26, trailblazing runs in the family.

  6. Tess Downing, wearing a black long-sleeve t-shirt, stands with her horse in the barn.

    First Person: Helping to Make a Championship Team Shine

    Tess Downing '24

    If you walk about 15 minutes down the Avenue of the Elms, where the Saddlemire Trail and Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course meet, you will find the Elsa Gunnison Appleton Riding Hall.

  7. The podium with the first through fifth place winners of the downhill race at the National Collegiate Mountain Bike Championships.

    Fearlessness and Finesse: Amanda Vansant ’24 Takes Home a Gold Medal at the National Collegiate Mountain Bike Championships

    Olivia White '17

    Amanda Vansant ’24 is perched on her mountain bike at the top of a rugged downhill racecourse in Zirconia, North Carolina. As she prepares to plunge forward and take on the obstacles ahead of her, she reminds herself of the goals she wrote for her debut at the National Collegiate Mountain Bike Championships.  

  8. Rendition of Appleton Arena Phase II

    New Division III Athletics Facility Takes Shape

    Construction is underway on the donor-funded Appleton Arena George W. Karpus ’68 Athletic Center with plans to open in September 2024. The project will be completed as phase two of the Appleton Arena project, and $11.3 million in gifts and pledges have been raised so far.