CANTON — More than 450 members of St. Lawrence University’s Class of 2021 earned their degree following the University’s Commencement ceremonies, held Sunday, April 18, at Newell Field House in
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St. Lawrence University 2021 Commencement; April 18, 2021. (Photo courtesy St. Lawrence University)
CANTON, New York Forrest M. Boucher, from Islesboro, was one of the more than 450 members of St. Lawrence University s Class of 2021 who earned their degree following the University s Commencement ceremonies, held Sunday, April 18, at Newell Field House in Canton, New York.
Boucher graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and philosophy. Boucher attended Islesboro Central School.
To ensure the health and safety of attendees and in accordance with state guidance on large gatherings, graduates were assigned one of four ceremonies held throughout the day where they received their diploma covers as they walked across the stage while their names were read aloud. Family members and guests were not able to attend in person but were able to watch the event live online.
CANTON â Two members of St. Lawrence Universityâs Dining Services staff are the first recipients of an award created by the Class of 2021 Council that honors staff members for their âdedication and commitment to bringing compassion and smiles to the St. Lawrence community.â
Members of the Class of 2021 gave standing ovations to Sean Pearson and John Staie as they each received the inaugural Kathleen Buckley Outstanding Staff Member Award on Friday, during the Class of 2021âs Last Lecture and Senior Class Awards ceremony.
âSean and John are well known around campus for being overwhelmingly kind and considerate to all members of the student body,â the Class of 2021 Council said. âThey put smiles on the faces of those who interact with them, and show a great amount of care in student happiness and overall well-being.â
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