• Founded in April 3, 1856 by leaders of the Universalist Church, a progressive Christian denomination.
• Oldest continuously coeducational institutionof higher learning in New York State.
• Considerable growth in enrollment led to expansion of physical plant following World War II
• First international study program inaugurated in 1964.

A St. Lawrence education is at once empathetic, ethical, and intellectual, which begins with an openness of mind and spirit to difference in traditions and ideas. We value diversity for its own sake and also because it gives us stronger processes of truth seeking.  We must be willing to face difficulty and discomfort in the search for ideas. We oppose the unjust silencing of any voice.

Experiential learning in its many forms is a vital component of a St. Lawrence education, linking academic work with practical skills development while in school and enriching academic, civic, and professional lives after graduation.

Career Services is committed to empowering students and graduates to develop their sense of purpose through formal study and active engagement beyond the classroom. We work to establish a network of support to help students navigate their own development with confidence as they explore career options, advance their personal brand, expand their experiences and thrive in a dynamic world.