News Digest: October 17, 2022
October 17
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
Athletics Atrium Named in Honor of George W. Karpus ’68George W. Karpus ’68 was honored during Laurentian Weekend 2022 for his prolific contributions to St. Lawrence University and its Division III athletics program. As alumni, parents, and others came back to enjoy the weekend celebrations, nearly 200 Laurentians gathered for the naming of the George W. Karpus ’68 Atrium. |
A Local Internship with Impact at the St. Lawrence County Public Defender's OfficeAfter arriving at St. Lawrence for her first year, Berenice Gervacio '25 didn't waste any time starting to explore her career interests and embedding herself in her new community. |
Empowering Economic Development as an SLC Chamber of Commerce InternCharles Shaw '22 feels that he has found a home in the North Country. After four years at St. Lawrence, he wanted to give back to the surrounding community. |
Neuroscience Research Fellow Discovers the Power of PerseveranceNadiana Acevedo ’24 isn’t afraid of a challenge. When she set out to investigate the effects of an anti-cancer drug this summer, she discovered that sometimes the best learning experiences can come from trial and error. |
Faculty Focus-October 17, 2022Faculty members put their knowledge into action so students and others are able to benefit from it. Recently, faculty published journal articles and presented at domestic and international conferences. |
News from Around Campus
Forensic Archaeological ExcavationStudents in Associate Professor of Anthropology Mindy Pitre’s Forensic Anthropology course took part in an immersive experience that involved forensic archaeological excavation. |
Events
Each One Inspired: Haudenosaunee Art Across the Homelands from the New York State Museum- Richard F. Brush Art Gallery The St. Lawrence University Richard F. Brush Art Gallery will present an exhibition showcasing the artwork of 53 contemporary artworks by Haudenosaunee artists from all six Haudenosaunee Nations beginning Monday, Oct. 17 through Saturday, Dec. 10. |
D&I Book Club Discussion of "People Love Dead Jews" |
World Topic Series: China and East Asian Relations |
Carnegie 10 International Film Series – Petite Maman |
Inauguration Weekend |
Substance Misuse Awareness Week |
Artist's Lecture by Grant Wade Jonathan |
Athletics
Weekend Wins for the SaintsThe Scarlet and Brown topped the competition as Saints women's soccer shut out Bard 4-0 on the road and men's soccer defeated Bard 3-2 at home on Friday. The weekend wins continued with men's hockey celebrating 5-1 and 4-1 wins over Colorado College at home. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com. |
Social Media
Laurentian Weekend Look BackOnly about 350 more days until we welcome families and alumni back for a favorite fall events–but who’s counting? Saints near and far captured the scarlet and brown spirit and shared their lasting memories on social media. View their photos from Laurentian Weekend 2022 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.