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St. Lawrence Magazine
Summer 2024

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Home Improvements

President Morris reflects on recent campus renovations and upcoming facility enhancements.
President Morris
Saint Lawrence University President Kathryn Morris stands outside with her arms crossed on a bright spring day.

‘Shared Closet’ Concept Closes the Loop on Clothing Waste

Close the Loop, a club dedicated to reducing textile waste on campus, started with Valeria Obregon Diaz ’24 and a couple of friends carrying some of their garments to the Student Center for a clothing swap. Two years later, it has more than 10 active members, manages the thrift store on campus, has hosted multiple clothing swaps, as well as sewing and mending workshops, and was named ‘Rookie of the Year’ at the student leadership awards ceremony.
Bailee Underwood
Photo of 3 female students holding a cardboard painted sign that reads "SLU Close the Loop" with a large recycle triangle around the words.

Conservation Leader Urges Grads: ‘Don’t Get Overwhelmed, Get Involved’

Kathleen Fitzgerald ’92, HD’24, a conservation leader with extensive experience in integrated large landscape conservation and development programs in Africa and North America, shared her insights on finding purpose and making a positive impact in life after receiving an honorary doctorate at Commencement. 
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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.
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.