Laurentian Weekend Schedule

11 – 9 p.m. | Registration 
Dolan Family Lobby, Appleton Arena
Pre-registered? Stop by to pick up your schedule, name tags, and Laurentian Weekend swag, including the coveted tote bag. On-site registration will also be available for guests.

12 – 5 p.m. | Exhibition: Change Is a More Accurate Measure of Time – Photographs by Mark Klett ’74  
Richard F. Brush Gallery, Griffiths Arts Center
The exhibition features 12 photographs from El Camino del Diablo, a project based on a journey by a young mining engineer, Raphael Pumpelly, through Arizona and Mexico in 1861 on “the road of the devil.” Over 150 years later, Mark Klett ’74 traversed the same route, making photographs in response to Pumpelly’s words. Unable to trace the engineer’s exact steps, Klett created images that are not literal references to specific places or events. Rather, he sought to produce a more poetic narrative to their shared experience of the Arizona desert, along the common route that connects the two through time.

12 – 5 p.m. | Exhibition: Our Place in the Scheme of Things – Photographs and Videos from the Eco.Echo Art Collective  
Richard F. Brush Gallery, Griffiths Arts Center
Our Place in the Scheme of Things explores our human mindset about nature, the need to contemplate it amid climate change, and the increasing eco-anxieties we face. The exhibition includes fifteen artists from the Eco.Echo Art Collective: Morgan Barrie, Jeff Beekman, Dennis Dehart, Kes Efstathiou, Tyler Green, Jessica Hays, Josh Hobson, Megan Jacobs, Sarah Knobel, Michelle Leftheris, Jason Lindsey, Laura Plageman, Areca Roe, Melanie Schoeniger, and J. Wren Supak, whose work contemplates understanding and improving our relationship with the natural environment.

12 – 6 p.m. | Canoeing at the Canoe House
Canoe House
Enjoy some time on the river! A ten-minute walk from campus, the Canoe House is easily accessible.  On Park Street, go past Augsbury and the science buildings heading out of town, before crossing the arched bridge over the Little River, turn right on the gravel road and follow the road along the river about 100 yards. You'll see the Canoe House, a brown clapboard building, nestled in the woods at the water's edge.

1 p.m. | Exploring the Organ Pipes and Stained Glass Windows of Gunnison Memorial Chapel
Led by Rev. Shaun Whitehead, University Chaplain, and Dr. Michelle Martin-Atwood, University Organist
Gunnison Memorial Chapel
Laurentians feel home at Gunnison Memorial Chapel; it is where our community goes in moments of excitement, sadness, and reflection.  Join two Laurentians who ensure the spirit of Gunnison is in full force, Rev. Shaun Whitehead and Dr. Michelle Martin-Atwood, as they lead a presentation of the 1926 Estey Organ and the enchanting stained-glass windows, learning the meaning and historical significance etched in each pane. Come when you can; leave when you must!

1 – 3 p.m. | Omicron Delta Kappa Car Wash Fundraiser
Driveway behind the Global Dialogue Center, across the street from the Brewer Bookstore
Vehicle a little worn and weary from your travels? Stop by this annual car wash event to get your car spick-n-span and support a great local cause, the Canton Bear Packs program.

2 – 3 p.m. | Internship Fellowship Poster Presentations 
Sullivan Student Center, Winston Room 
St. Lawrence University Internship Fellowship recipients will be available on Friday afternoon to share stories of their research experiences from an 8-week summer internship. Students will be available to describe their internships and answer any questions. This is an informal session where guests can stroll through the student posters to casually gain insight on some of the many experiential learning opportunities SLU students pursue. It’s also a great opportunity for fellow students to learn how these internships were secured and funded for summer 2024!

3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | SLU Fellow Poster Presentations & Honors Reception
Winston Room, Sullivan Student Center
St. Lawrence University Fellowship recipients will be available on Friday afternoon to share stories of their research experiences from an 8-week summer research project. Students will be available to describe their projects and answer any questions. This is an informal session where guests can stroll through the student posters to casually gain insight on some of the many experiential learning opportunities SLU students pursue!

3:30 – 5:30 | 50^th Anniversary of the Environmental Studies Program
Sykes Common Room, Sykes Hall
Alumni, parents and friends are invited to join faculty and current students for an on-campus event celebrating 50 years of Environmental Studies. We’re excited to welcome Al Schwartz and Glenn Harris, the first two ENVS faculty members, and enjoy a career panel featuring:
  •  Maddie Cring ’21, Environmental Communications Specialist at Eastern Research Group
  •  Jeff Deyette ’95, Deputy Director, Clean Energy at Union of Concerned Scientists
  •  Jen Evans ’19, Chief Operating Officer at Climate Cardinals
  •  Ali Hiple ’15, Senior Policy Analyst, Conservation Law Foundation
  •  Bob Rich ’89, President of ROAR Logistics
  •  Alyssa Watson ’21, Senior Associate ADL Ventures

4 p.m. | Saints Volleyball vs. SUNY Canton
Burkman Gymnasium, Augsbury Physical Education Center

4 – 5 p.m. | Doggie De-Stress
Creasy Commencement Commons, behind Carnegie Hall | Rain location: TBD
Join us for a Friday afternoon tradition! Pet some pups and enjoy casual conversation with the faculty and staff volunteers who have made this event a beloved part of the St. Lawrence student experience. Families are welcome to bring their dogs, too! (Please keep pets leashed while at the event.)

4 – 8 p.m. | SLU Ducks Unlimited Yeti Raffle
Outside Leckonby Stadium
Stop by the Ducks Unlimited table to enter for your chance to win a Yeti Tundra 65 Hard Cooler.

4 – 8 p.m. | Campus Kitchens Project Fundraiser
Outside Leckonby Stadium
Stop by the Campus Kitchens Project table to purchase a student-made sweet treat and support a great community cause.

4:30 – 6:30 p.m. | The Laurentian Weekend Tailgate hosted by the Alumni Executive Council 
Sheldon Courtyard, outside Leckonby Stadium
Get ready to cheer on Saints Football with a Scarlet and Brown style tailgate. Laurentian Weekend guests can enjoy complimentary burgers, hot dogs, and impossible burgers while taking in the energy of the pre-game festivities. Members of the Alumni Executive Council will also be on hand with SLU’s favorite treat, the pub cookie!

5 – 6 p.m.  | Phi Beta Kappa Induction Ceremony
Feinstone Room, Herring-Cole

6 p.m. | Improv Show hosted by the Arts Annex and Performance and Communication Arts
Noble Center 109
Get ready for an evening of laughter and surprises at this student-led, electrifying improv show! Watch as quick-witted performers create scenes on the fly—based on YOUR suggestions. Whether it's comedy, drama, or something in between, every moment is unpredictable and one-of-a-kind. No script, just improvisation. Join us for a fun, interactive performance experience!

6:30 p.m.  | Parents Committee Tailgate Tent
Adjacent to Weeks Field, by E-Lot
*Parents Committee members only

7 p.m. | The Laurentian Singers Concert
Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall, Griffiths Arts Center
Enjoy an evening performance from this Laurentian favorite!

7 p.m. | Laurentian Home Away From Home Dinner
I-House, 1 Lincoln Street
Come join the Common Ground Connections Club, I-House and other clubs and organizations for a delightful dinner together as a Laurentian family. There will be several different foods to try(for example, Indian Express and Sergi’s). Feel free to bring something to share with others if you are able.

7 p.m. | Saints Football vs. Western New England University
Weeks Field at Leckonby Stadium 
Come cheer on the Saints under the Friday night lights! *Free admission for registered Laurentian Weekend guests. Current students must show their St. Lawrence Student ID.

8 p.m. | Saints Volleyball vs. SUNY Potsdam
Burkman Gymnasium, Augsbury Physical Education Center

9 - 10 p.m. | The Funk Ensemble
Pub 56
Cap off a fun-filled day with some tunes from this St. Lawrence favorite. Late night snacks and drinks also available for purchase.

8:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Parents Committee Breakfast Meeting 
Legends of Appleton Room, Appleton Arena
*Parents Committee members only

9 a.m. – Noon | Registration 
Dolan Family Lobby, Appleton Arena
Pre-registered? Stop by to pick up your schedule, name tags, and Laurentian Weekend swag, including the coveted tote bag. On-site registration will also be available for guests. *Materials will move to the Saturday evening dinner site for those who are not able to make the hours. 

9 – 10:30 a.m. | Bagel Brunch sponsored by the Jewish Student Union
Sykes Common Room, Sykes Hall

9:30 a.m.  |  Saints Men's Lacrosse Intrasquad Scrimmage
Hall-Leet Stadium

10 a.m. | Saints Rowing Intersquad Race and Breakfast
St. Lawrence University Boathouse, Waddington

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Saints Softball Triple Header
Saints Softball Field
Support Saints Softball as they take on JCC at 10 a.m., OCC at 1p.m., and SUNY Canton at 4 p.m.

10 a.m. – 12 noon | Guided Hike at Lampson Falls
Lampson Falls Trail, Clare NY
Join Nature Up North, an environmental education organization based at St. Lawrence, for a short, guided hike to take in the beauty of fall in the North Country. Trip leader Dan French will lead a ~1 mile round trip hike on rolling terrain with a couple steeper hills, explaining some trail history along the way. One van will be available (with nine open seats); additional attendees can caravan behind the van or drive at their own pace. To reserve a van spot, or to indicate that you will attend, please email Dan French, djfrench@stlawu.edu. 

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Canoeing at the Canoe House
Canoe House
Enjoy some time on the river! A ten-minute walk from campus, the Canoe House is easily accessible.  On Park Street, go past Augsbury and the science buildings heading out of town, before crossing the arched bridge over the Little River, turn right on the gravel road and follow the road along the river about 100 yards. You'll see the Canoe House, a brown clapboard building, nestled in the woods at the water's edge.

10:30 a.m. | Saints Swimming BBQ
Fire Pit by the Stiner Townhouses

10:30 a.m. | Saints for Life
Newell Multipurpose Room, Newell Fieldhouse
Your experience as a Saint was forged in the fire of high-level academics, athletics, and community. You made it, and it made you! You’ve left campus, you’re a high achieving individual, but what about those life-long relationships you’ve made? All are welcome to join Saints Strength and Conditioning Coach Jon Lynch to learn about “Saints for Life,” a remote training service that connects you with other Laurentians anywhere in the world! Choose your workouts, post videos of your sets, share your results, and celebrate your goals together! Once a Saint, always a Saint!

10:30 a.m. | Connect at the Courts
Sammis Tennis Courts
Please join Saints Tennis student-athletes for social play and community time.

11 a.m. | Saints Women’s Cross Country Hoffmann Invitational
Ronald C. Hoffmann Cross Country Course

11 a.m. – 12 noon | Math, Computer Science, and Statistics Open House & Explore Lab Makerspace Grand Opening
Bewkes Science Hall 103 & Beyond
Join MCSS faculty and students to hear about departmental courses, majors/minors, and research opportunities while enjoying light refreshments. Celebrate the grand opening of our newly renovated makerspace where you can try out 3D printers and laser engravers. It will all add up to a great time!

11 a.m. | Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) Induction Ceremony
Feinstone Room, Herring-Cole Hall
New members who were “tapped” in spring 2024 semester but were participating in study abroad or off-campus programs at that time, will be formally inducted into the University’s national leadership honorary society. All are welcome to attend!

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | SLU Ducks Unlimited Yeti Raffle
Outside Hall-Leet Stadium
Not a winner on Friday? Stop by the SLU Ducks Unlimited table for your chance to win a Yeti Backpack Cooler

11: 30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Food Truck and Fundraisers
Outside Sullivan Student Center
Looking for some lunch? Stop by to enjoy some music, food from the Kunoco Food Truck (available for purchase), and the great hangout spaces outside the Student Center. The Senior Class Council and Saints Rugby will also be holding fundraising tables for support of their causes.

12 p.m. | Alpine and Nordic Ski Team Parent BBQ
Saddlemire Ski Suite, Leithead Fieldhouse

12 p.m. | Saints Men’s Cross Country Hoffmann Invitational
Ronald C. Hoffmann Cross Country Course

12 – 5 p.m. | Exhibition: Change Is a More Accurate Measure of Time – Photographs by Mark Klett ’74  
Richard F. Brush Gallery, Griffiths Arts Center

12 – 5 p.m. | Exhibition: Our Place in the Scheme of Things – Photographs and Videos from the Eco.Echo Art Collective  
Richard F. Brush Gallery, Griffiths Arts Center

1 p.m. | Off-Campus Study 101
Hepburn 218
Led by advisors at the Center for International and Intercultural Studies, this session will review key information for parents and students who are considering off-campus study opportunities. This includes discussions of different types of off-campus study programming (semester programs, summer programs, internships, research, etc.), financial planning and scholarships, and more. Parents are encouraged to attend alongside their students and to ask questions.

1 p.m. kickoff | Saints Men’s Rugby Match
Intramural Fields, adjacent to J-lot
Support Saints Rugby as they take on Plattsburgh!

1:30 p.m. | Saints Men’s Lacrosse Alumni Game
Hall-Leet Stadium

2 – 3:00 p.m. | Political Science Department Name Change Celebration & Non-Profit Careers Alumni Panel
Sykes Common Room, Sykes Hall
The “POLS” are in: the Government Department has changed its name to Political Science! In addition, we’ve made some exciting updates to our courses and major/minor curriculum, including introducing “areas of focus” to allow students to tailor their Political Science degree around their interests. Come help us celebrate the launch of our new name and major/minor redesign at this event featuring a Non-Profit Careers panel with some of our amazing alumni, information about the updates to the major and minor and new courses, snacks, photo booth, and SLU PoliSci swag giveaways!

2 - 4 p.m. | Melon Fest
Java Barn
Java Barn is happy to announce their seventh annual Melon Fest, a festival full of melons, music, dancing, love, art, fun, and more melons! The Java Barn welcomes students, parents, alums, families, and everyone in between. Outside the Java venue from 2-4 pm, student bands and ensembles will be performing. Our friends from the Artist Guild will be around for the festivities and will be providing tie-dye and other crafts. Come back for the traditional Java show at 10 p.m. featuring Professor Louie and the Crowmatix!

3 p.m. | Saints Women’s Hockey vs. Colgate University (exhibition)
Appleton Arena
Admission is free to all women's ice hockey games.

5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Scarlet & Brown Dinner
Brush University Quad
Enjoy an evening on one of St. Lawrence’s most beloved campus spots. Dinner will feature delicious food stations as well as the “1856 Lager” and “Scarlet & Brown Ale” from Weird Window Brewing and its owners Jack ’11 and Emily Tulip Droppa ’09 as well as tunes from DJ Lucky Luc ’24. . Finish off your meal with an ice cream treat from the Alumni Executive Council, featuring Stewart's Ice Cream! Dinner is open to registered guests. Current students will swipe their SLU ID for entrance. 

7 p.m. | A ’Capella Concert
Gunnison Memorial Chapel
What’s a visit to a college campus without enjoying student music? Get your A ’Capella fix as you enjoy sets from the St. Lawrence favorites: the Singing Saints and Singing Sinners.

8 - 10 p.m. | Putt-Putt, Plushies, and Popcorn
Winston Room, Sullivan Student Center
End your Laurentian Weekend experience with some glow in the dark mini golf, create a stuffed mini creature, and a delicious popcorn bar!

10 a.m. kickoff  |  Saints Rugby Tournament
Intramural Fields, adjacent to J-lot
Catch rugby fever after the Olympics and Paralympics this summer? Close out your Laurentian Weekend and catch Saints Rugby in action as they play SUNY Potsdam and Paul Smith’s.