Nearly 600 students received bachelor degrees from St. Lawrence University during Commencement ceremonies held on May 22 in Canton, New York, including two from Ridgefield.
Travis J. Galowski of Ridgefield. Galowski is a member of the Class of 2016 and majored in international economics-spanish. Galowski received the degree of bachelor of arts. Galowski graduated from Northfield-Mount Hermon School.
Lillian J. Smith of Ridgefield. Smith is a member of the Class of 2016 and majored in psychology. Smith received the degree of bachelor of science magna cum laude. Smith graduated from Ridgefield High School.
Three honorary degree recipients spoke during St. Lawrence University's Commencement, including Congresswoman from Massachusetts Katherine Clark '85, Cornell Professor of Biology Charles "Chip" Aquadro '75, and retired NHL General Manager William "Bill" Torrey '57.
Founded in 1856, St. Lawrence University is a private, independent liberal arts institution of about 2,500 students located in Canton, New York. The educational opportunities at St. Lawrence inspire students and prepare them to be critical and creative thinkers, to find a compass for their lives and careers, and to pursue knowledge and understanding for the benefit of themselves, humanity and the planet. Through its focus on active engagement with ideas in and beyond the classroom, a St. Lawrence education leads students to make connections that transform lives and communities, from the local to the global. Visit www.stlawu.edu.