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  1. News Digest: Template

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    October 21

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information. Submit Your News.

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    News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Tuesday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications news form.

  2. News Digest: July 11

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    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

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    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

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    Students Increase Mental Health Resources On Campus Through Peer Health Network

    The 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.
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    Board of Trustees Elects Nicholas Penniman

    St. 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.
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    Empowering Students in Global Classrooms: Caroline Fleischauer ’15 Awarded Fulbright to Teach in Thailand

    Though 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.
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    Taking Care of Business: Experiential Course Connects Students & Alumni

    Since 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.
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    Faculty Focus–July 11, 2022

    Faculty 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.
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    First Person: Unearthing My Passion for Architecture

    At 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.
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    The Barista: Making Space for 'Safe Saturdays' and More

    During 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.

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    May College 2022: Reconnect, Reset, Rekindle

    After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, over 80 faculty and staff reconnected during May College on May 24 and 25.
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    Womxn Faculty Take Part in Academic Writing Retreat

    St. 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 Denmark

    The 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.
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    Dr. Sue Willson Leads Summer Course in Ecuador

    Each 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.

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    Saints Recognized for Academic & Athletic Performances 

    Nearly 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.

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    Busy Bees for Sustainability

    St. 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.

  3. News Digest: November 14, 2023

    Submitted by bunderwood on
    November 14

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

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    St. Lawrence in the News-November 14, 2023

    Several faculty and students were featured by domestic and international media outlets for sharing their work in community service and environmental conservation, along with world record expeditions and much more!

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    Mathematical Honor Society - New Members Fall 2023

    Pi Mu Epsilon welcomed new members for Fall 2023.

    Professor Berry's November Presentations

    Over Thanksgiving break Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Department Chairperson Damon T. Berry, will present his research at the Annual Meeting American Academy of Religion in San Antonio, Texas for two panels on the topics of religious nationalism and the contradictions of Christian Nationalism in the United States in the 21st century.

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    SLU Improv Lab Concert Fall '23

    - Launders Underground (NC 001) The SLU Improv Lab presents their concert "Back Again... For the Very First Time!"

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    Trio of Wins

    St. Lawrence University athletics had a strong week with wins in men's basketball, football, and men's hockey. On Wednesday, the men's basketball team started their season with an impressive 87-53 victory over SUNY Potsdam on the road. On Saturday, the football team traveled to Buffalo State and earned a 30-7 win. Also on Saturday, the men's hockey team hosted RPI and overcame an early 3-0 deficit to rally for a 6-3 win at home.

    For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Thank you for your service, Veterans.

    We honor all of our Laurentian veterans, and thank you for your service to our country.

    We’d like to highlight a new collection featured in ODY Library containing photographs, letters, and other objects gathered by former university registrar and World War II Communications Officer Helen “Tommie” Whalen. In this role, Tommie corresponded on behalf of the University with Laurentians serving in the war, and later compiled a scrapbook. She also published “Tommie’s Newsletter” to share the location, status, and general news of those serving abroad – a sort of “Class Notes” for our military Laurentians. View photos and read more about this research on the St. Lawrence University Facebook.

    News Digest is a weekly compilation of 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.

  4. News Digest: October 24, 2022

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    October 24

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information. There is no Faculty Focus this week, but it will return next week!

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    Kathryn A. Morris Inaugurated as St. Lawrence University’s 19th President

    St. Lawrence University celebrated the inauguration of Kathryn A. Morris as its 19th president at an installation ceremony held on campus Saturday, October 22. In her inaugural address, she outlined her vision for new initiatives to ensure the 166-year-old University continues to thrive while preparing students for lives of global impact far into the future.

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    SLU Writers Series Presents Christopher Gonzalez

    - Sykes Common Room

    Christopher Gonzalez is the author of the story collection I’m Not Hungry But I Could Eat, published by the Santa Fe Writers Project in 2021. Publishers Weekly praised his debut’s...

    Organ Concert Series: Midnight in the Chapel

    - Gunnison Memorial Chapel Come, listen and howl in the chapel with the music of Boëllmann, Dupré, Grieg and Bach featuring David Henderson and Sondra Goldsmith Proctor.

    Substance Misuse Awareness Week

    - Campus Wide As part of National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, the JED committee, Seaway Valley, the Barista and other groups on campus will be hosting a variety of events to bring awareness about substance misuse and its role in people's lives. While most are student events, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend the Lunch and Learn and community resource tabling events.

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    Men's soccer extended its 11-game unbeaten streak this week, knocking off Liberty League rival Skidmore 2-1. The Saints are now a point away from clinching the league title. Playing in the Ice Breaker Tournament in Lake Placid, women's hockey beat Holy Cross 2-1 before falling to Clarkson, 3-1, in the final. Volleyball went 2-1 over the weekend, and swimming and diving opened its season, with the women beating Clarkson. For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    ICYMI, or if you'd like to relive some key moments from Inauguration weekend, watch the video story here. You can also read President Kathryn A. Morris' address and view coverage of the entire ceremony.

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    News Digest is a weekly compilation of 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.

  5. News Digest: December 12, 2023

    Submitted by bunderwood on
    December 12

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

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    St. Lawrence in the News-December 12, 2023

    St. Lawrence University, Gunnison Chapel and the local "Fastest Kid Competition" hosted at Newell Field House were featured by local media outlets.

    News from Around Campus

    2024 Remington College Student Juried Art Exhibit

    The Frederic Remington Art Museum is pleased to invite student artists to submit entries to the 2024 College Student Juried Art Exhibit. Submission Deadline is Thursday, February 1, 2024
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    Scholarship from the St. Lawrence County Rock and Mineral Club

    The Geology Department congratulates Oliver Riegle '26, Allison House '26, and Sadie Everett '25, as they were each selected to receive a scholarship from the St. Lawrence County Rock and Mineral Club.
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    Statistics Students, Faculty and Alums Attend Sports Analytics Conference

    Data Science students Hope Donoghue ’24 and Shane Hauck ’23, along with Assistant Director of the Peterson Quantitative Resource Center AJ Dykstra ’22, Professor of Statistics Robin Lock, and Charles A. Dana Professor of Statistics Michael Schuckers all attended the Sports Analytics Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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    Weekend of Hoops!

    It was a sweep of regional rival Clarkson as both women’s and men’s basketball came up with victories in the final doubleheader of 2023 at Burkman Gymnasium Wednesday. The women's team registered their second conference win of 2023-24 with a score of 73-61 over the Golden Knights. The win pushes their record back above .500 at 2-1 and improves their overall record to 2-5. The men’s team never trailed in either of their games this week—they beat Clarkson 73-66 then also took a victory against SUNY Geneseo in non-conference play 79-58. They are now tied for third in the Liberty League with a 6-3 record.

    For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    102 Years of Candlelight

    For nearly a century, Gunnison Memorial Chapel has been a beacon of unity and reflection. The chapel was illuminated by 250 candles and filled with our Laurentian community, who gathered from near and far, for the 102nd Annual Candlelight Service. This beloved tradition marks the end of the fall semester and fills us with hope for the year ahead. Let’s carry on the spirit of togetherness and send out radiant wishes for a bright 2024. View additional photos from the event on the St. Lawrence Facebook page.

    News Digest is a weekly compilation of 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.

  6. News Digest: May 13, 2025

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    May 13

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information. Submit Your News.

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    Back Where it All Began 🥹

    It all started four years ago in First-Year Program, where our soon-to-be graduates first came together as Saints. On Monday, members of the Class of 2025 were reunited with their FYPs to celebrate how far they’ve come since August 2021. From the FYP to the finish line, we’ve loved following their journey. View photos of the reunion on the St. Lawrence Instagram page.  ❤️🤎

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    Commencement Weekend 2025

    - Congratulations, St. Lawrence Class of 2025! The Laurentian community will come together in a campus-wide celebration of the graduating class. The commencement ceremony will be held Sunday, May 18.
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    May College 2025: Engagement in the Age of Distraction

    - Eben Holden Faculty Development Committee is excited to announce that this year’s May College will host renowned author and teacher Dr. James (Jim) Lang, author of "Distracted."

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    Visualizing the Adirondacks and St. Lawrence River Valley

    This online digital exhibition created by students in the “Adirondack Arts and Archives” First-Year Seminar features 44 art objects, cultural artifacts, publications, and even a locally crafted wooden canoe. Several items in the exhibition were created by Haudenosaunee artists.

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    Saints Shine in NCAA Tournament

    • Men’s Lacrosse: The Saints recorded their second NCAA tournament victory in as many years on Saturday as they took down Middlebury in the second round of the national championship tournament. Senior Bobby Wells recorded a hat trick, including the game-winner with 48 seconds remaining. Despite a hard-fought game, St. Lawrence fell in the third round to No. 1 Tufts.

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

    News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Tuesday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications news form.

  7. News Digest: October 31, 2023

    Submitted by bunderwood on
    October 31

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

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    Assistant Director of Off-Campus Study Presents Research on Student Retention

    Assistant Director of Off-Campus Study Kim Longfellow presented findings from her ongoing research on student retention within off-campus study programs. At the 2023 NAFSA Region X and XI Conference in Montreal, Longfellow was the chair and presenter at a session titled "Ghosted: Data-Driven Analysis of Students Breaking Up with Study Abroad."

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    Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

    - Atwood Hall, Hale Chapel, Room 106 Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration presented by Tea Master Kaori MacWilliams of the Omotesenke School. Sponsored by the Religious Studies and Asian Studies Departments. The event is free and open to the public.

    SLU Writers Series presents Daphne Kalotay

    - Sykes Common Room For over 50 years the Writers Series program at St. Lawrence University has welcomed all varieties of authors including Pulitzer Prize winners. This session they present Daphne Kalotay.
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    St. Lawrence Choral Society Concert: Autumn Glory

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall and St. Mary’s Church, 20 Lawrence Avenue, Potsdam The St. Lawrence Choral Society presents two performances of their Autumn Glory concert on Friday, November 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall and Saturday, November 4, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 20 Lawrence Avenue, Potsdam.
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    Student Recital Performance

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall

    The event is free, open to the public, and in-person, with livestreaming.

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    A Week of Impressive Victories

    The Women’s Field Hockey team dominated with 7-2 win against Keuka College. The Women’s Hockey team faced a tough opponent in #14 Princeton University but managed to secure a 7-2 victory on their home turf.  The Saints Women Hockey later defeated Quinnipiac University in a 4-1 game. The Women’s and Men’s Squash teams were on fire with consecutive 8-0 and 9-0 wins against Vassar College and Fordham University, and both scored a 9-0 victory against Boston University. The Women’s Riding team had a very strong performance, earning high point awards and securing a comfortable lead in the IHSA standings. 

    For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    It's Fur-ight Night!

    Legend has it—there is a ghostly tail on campus. Wishing everyone a safe and spooky Halloween! View the full video on St. Lawrence University's Instagram.

    News Digest is a weekly compilation of 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.

  8. News Digest: October 17, 2023

    Submitted by bunderwood on
    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.

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    First Person: Tips and Tricks for Navigating Student Clubs on Campus

    With sophomore Amara McGowan's first year behind her, she offers a few tips for anyone who wants advice on how to get started and have fun discovering all the activities available for students at St. Lawrence University.
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    St. Lawrence in the News-October 17, 2023

    Several faculty and students were featured by domestic and international media outlets for sharing their work across disciplines of physics, environmental studies, art, art history, and much more. St. Lawrence University was even recognized for our work on adopting fully remote and hybrid administrative positions.

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    Gisele El Khoury participated in the Inaugural Workshop "Upstate South Asia: Citizenship, Comparison, & Equity"

    Gisele El Khoury, the Director of the LRC, participated in the Inaugural Workshop on Collaboration titled "Upstate South Asia: Citizenship, Comparison, & Equity" at Syracuse University. Read more about it.

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    "Out of Time" an Evening of Live Performance Hosted by Arts Collaberative

    - Noble Center 109 Enjoy an evening of live performance, originated by Lisa Fay and Jeff Glassman, and performed by Mark Enslin, Glassman and Fay: Friday, Oct. 20 from 4-5 p.m.: Meet and Greet Saturday, Oct. 21 from 2-5 p.m.: Movement Based Experimental Theatre Lab Sunday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.: Out Of Time Live Performance Tuesday, Oct. 24 from 6-8:30 p.m.: Theatre as Social Intervention
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    Matinee Performance by The Alexander String Quartet

    - Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall Join the Alexander String Quartet for their upcoming performances with their newest member, Yuna Lee, succeeding Frederick Lifsitz in the second violin chair. The concert is free, open to the public, and in-person. October 18 from noon-1 p.m. October 19 from 7-8:30 p.m.

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    A Weekend of Winning!

    The Women's Soccer Team kicked off the weekend with a home game victory against Vassar College, winning 1-0. They continued their winning streak on Saturday, triumphing over Bard College with a score of 2-0. The Men's Soccer Team also secured a 5-0 victory against Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York. To cap off the weekend, the Women's Hockey Team secured a 3-0 win against the University of Vermont

    For up-to-date schedules, news, and scores visit SaintsAthletics.com.

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    Partial Eclipse Over Campus

    During the mid-semester break, St. Lawrence University Eclipse Center and students from the Society of Physics hosted a Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing on the Java Quad. During this extraordinary spectacle, the moon partially covers the sun's disk, resulting in temporary dimming of sunlight and brightness in its path. It was an afternoon of cosmic celebration, with telescopes, lawn games, music, and snacks, and of course, seeing the entire partial eclipse—they even identified a sunspot! View photos of the partial eclipse on the St. Lawrence University Eclipse Center Instagram account.

    (Photo Credit: Professor Jeff Miller, Tyler Karasinski ‘24, St. Lawrence University Eclipse Center [@slu_eclipses])

    News Digest is a weekly compilation of 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.

  9. News Digest: December 10, 2024

    Submitted by mgagliardi on
    December 10

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information. Submit Your News.

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    St. Lawrence 2024 Wrapped

    As 2024 comes to a close, we're taking a look back at the moments that made this year one to remember. From iconic campus buildings, to the Saints who made our days brighter, this is your St. Lawrence Wrapped. View St. Lawrence Wrapped on our Instagram account

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    St. Lawrence University Students Catalog a Collection of Adirondack Photographs by Seneca Ray Stoddard

    During the fall of 2024, two St. Lawrence students, Autumn Nealis ’25 and Sophia Roxo ’26, teamed up with Gallery Director Catherine Tedford and Curator of Special Collections Paul Doty to digitize and catalogue a collection of over 130 historical Adirondack photographs by Seneca Ray Stoddard housed at the Owen D. Young Library.

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    104th Annual Candlelight Service

    - Gunnison Memorial Chapel Join members of the St. Lawrence community for the 104th Annual Candlelight Service. The service will feature the Laurentian Singers, St. Lawrence Choral Society, and Candlelight Children's Chorus.

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    Saints Earn ECAC Accolades and Net Wins

    Women’s Hockey: Senior captain Abby Hustler was named the ECAC Hockey Forward of the Week, presented by Bluebird Hotels, the league office announced Tuesday morning. Hustler notched a goal and three assists, as the team recorded a sweep over Harvard and Dartmouth at Appleton Arena over the weekend. Hustler leads the Saints with six goals and 16 assists for 22 points this season. Hustler's 22 points ties for eighth in the ECAC. 

    Men’s Hockey: Sophomore Mason Kucenski was named MAC Goaltending Goalie of the Week for the third time this season, as announced by the ECAC league office on Monday morning. Kucenski started both games this past weekend for the Saints going 1-0-1 and playing 125 minutes between the pipes. The netminder stopped 29 shots in the Scarlet and Brown's 3-2 win over No. 13/14 Dartmouth on Friday and made 26 in a shutout against Harvard on Saturday to complete his weekend. 

    Men’s Squash: First-year Grégory Malsang took Rookie of the Week honors at the conference level after earning his first career win this past Sunday against the University of Rochester. At number two, Malsang faced Rochester’s Omar Zakaria and, following a nail-biting 11-9 win, Malsang won the second game 11-2 to take a commanding lead. The newcomer closed the set with an 11-6 result to pick up the victory. 

    Track and Field: Both men’s and women’s track and field had first place finishes on home turf this weekend. They competed in the Saints Holiday Relays and finished at the top of the team score table in the competition that featured six other schools. First-years Isla Bougard Duncan and Erik Marelli each set personal records as they opened their collegiate careers on a high note–and Marelli won the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 8.98. Sophomore Quinn Sirgany also took first place in the women’s mile run. 

    For up-to-date scores and information, visit SaintsAthletics.com.

    News Digest is a weekly compilation of news releases and web feature stories created in the past week. It is released, generally, every Tuesday. Please submit news items from your department or news regarding student events and achievements using the University Communications news form.

  10. News Digest: August 23, 2021

    Submitted by kennedyj on
    August 23

    News Digest collects news releases & feature stories from the St. Lawrence website. Visit stlawu.edu/news for up-to-date news and information.

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    St. Lawrence University Senior Staff sent a message to employees announcing that the University has accepted the recommendation from the Campus Safety Monitoring Committee requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The final policy is posted on the University website. Read the message.

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    St. Lawrence Welcomes the Class of 2025

    For St. Lawrence University’s newest students, the journey to a new academic adventure in the North Country has been especially remarkable. Though a global pandemic may have disrupted their high school careers, they have already demonstrated a steadfast commitment to their academics and their communities.
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    President Morris, New York Six Presidents Pen Joint Letter in Support of Increased Pell Grant Funding

    St. Lawrence University President Kathryn A. Morris joined together with the presidents of the New York Six Liberal Arts Consortium member institutions to send a joint letter to the United States Congress members representing their districts, asking them to support doubling the Pell Grant for qualified students.
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    Professor Publishes Book on Religion and Politics

    Assistant Professor of Religious Studies Damon Berry has published a new book, “Christianity and the Alt-Right: Exploring the Relationship.” The book’s publisher, Routledge, describes it as “a must-read for those interested in religion in America, religion and politics, evangelicalism, and religion and race.”
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    Government Professor Publishes Book on Israel

    Associate Professor of Government Ronnie Olesker has published a new book that explores Israel’s standing in the international community titled, “Israel’s Securitization Dilemma: BDS and the Battle for the Legitimacy of the Jewish State.”

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    First-Year Matriculation Livestream

    Broadcasted live on Sunday, August 22, this year's Matriculation event welcoming our new students and families is available for viewing. A fully captioned version will be available later this week.

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    Convocation 2021
    Wednesday, August 25; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at Gunnison Memorial Chapel

    President Morris and Dean Schonberg will introduce our new faculty and staff colleagues, recognize newly tenured and promoted faculty colleagues, and recognize faculty colleagues newly appointed to endowed professorships. The Keene, Maslow, Taylor, and Coakley awards will also be presented.

    In-person attendees must be masked per the University's current masking policy. Those not in attendance may watch the program via the livestream.

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    St. Lawrence University's men's and women's hockey teams will be on the ice in less than two months! Season tickets for the men's hockey games are now on sale, and admission to the women's games will still be free of charge, courtesy of North Country Savings Bank. Visit SaintsAthletics.com to learn more. 
     

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    We finally welcomed our newest Laurentians to campus for Move-In Day this past weekend! President Kate Morris spent part of her Sunday greeting and getting to know new students and families. Check out photos of move-in weekend on the St. Lawrence Facebook page

     

    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 contact Meg Keniston in University Communications at (315) 229-5565 with news items from your department or division, or news regarding student events and achievements.