WhataProcess

My daughter is very interested in St Lawrence, and will likely be applying soon. I am disappointed however that the staff directory links on their website do not include biographical information (i.e. EDUCATION) of professors. I think this is very important information to have and seems standard for most college websites. Personally, I like to know where the professors received their degrees. We know that a degree from a "good" school does not necessarily equate to "good" teaching, but it is one important piece of information as we try to evaluate the department/s that my daughter is interested in. We have had to conduct web searches to find this information, and in some cases can find nothing. Those we have been able to find have impressive credentials. It would be very helpful if this information were simply included on the staff pages.

ijustgettopay

Perhaps what you are looking for can be found at: http://www.stlawu.edu/catalog/1213/section5.pdf.

Axelrod

In which other colleges / universities is your daughter interested ? Why St. Lawrence ?

WhataProcess

ijust....Thank you! I think they should present this info on the department faculty pages.... but I am glad to see that the information is available on the website (just not as convenient a form as it might be IMO). I am usually very good at "digging".....must be getting tired!

ijustgettopay

Knew where to look. D graduated from SLU last year so became accustomed to finding needed info.

SnowflakeVT

My S is at SLU now, and while the website may not be perfect, he has excellent relationships with 2 professors thanks to the first year program, and he has always been able to get support and guidance from all the offices. I didn't like the thought of a small school at first, but he has blossomed there and I think it's due in large part to a thriving population that is smart, unique and all-around supportive.

Merit aid is generous if you have an outstanding skill, academics, or something unique that helps your s or d stand out.

keylyme

My son is a sophomore at SLU and not an easy-to-please kind of guy! He has liked most of his professors and even loved some of them! All of his classes have been small and he has gotten to know all of his profs. They really take an interest in the individual students. My son attended a boarding/prep school and he is finding the same type of open-door policy and engagement with professors that he enjoyed there.

5boys

@keylyme.. I remember you on some of the thread a few years ago.. I guess I didn't realize that your son decided on and is attending SLU. I remember our sons as being very similar. My S will start at SLU in August. He got in last year but decided on a gap year. He has had an amazing year, but can't wait to get to SLU!! Glad your S is having a great experience. If there is any words of wisdom you can share I am all ears