Aria Lee ’27 is a Political Science and History double major with a minor in Communications at St. Lawrence University. Her academic interests, at St. Lawrence have led to a growing interest in commercial real estate. With connections in the St. Lawrence alumni and the broader Laurentian community, Aria secured an internship in Boston, where she is gaining valuable experience and insight into the commercial real estate industry.
Eileen Carnes '27 is a History and Art & Art History double major with minors in Asian Studies and European Studies at St. Lawrence University. She is interested in visual and material culture, museum studies, archives, and the ways art and history reveal the interconnectedness of past and present societies. After graduation, Eileen hopes to pursue a career in curatorial, archival, or educational work, where she can foster a deeper understanding of human values, beliefs, and cultural heritage through historical and artistic interpretation.
Replica of British cannon used in Gan, Addu during World War 2. Serves as British War memorial honoring British servicemen. Photograph by author. June 2026
Replica of British cannon used in Gan, Addu during World War 2. Serves as British War memorial honoring British servicemen. Photograph by author. June 2026
Ibrahim Thamir Mohamed Hashim '27 is a History and Biology major at St. Lawrence University whose academic interests include world history, with a particular focus on colonialism and its impacts on indigenous societies. His research examines the sociopolitical developments of Addu atoll during the British Era, focusing on how British military presence influenced its politics, economy and social dynamics.
Ruby Bradford ’27 is a Global Studies and History double major, with minors in African and European Studies. Her passion for fostering international connections stems from ten years spent sailing around the world before relocating to Maine in 2020. Ruby has continued to build this global foundation by studying abroad in Kenya and the Netherlands, and conducting research in Sweden as a SLU Fellow. These immersive experiences provide her with a unique perspective on how diverse national contexts shape responses to global challenges.
Alexandra is a rising senior at St. Lawrence University, where she is double majoring in Political Science (with a concentration in International Relations) and History, with a minor in European Studies. My research examines how war and conflict affect women’s lived experiences, with particular attention to the negotiation, recognition, and denial of reproductive rights in conflict settings. I aspire to pursue a career in which I support and amplify minority voices globally, with the aim of advancing justice and contributing to sustainable peace.
My name is Sophye Davey, and I am from Darien, Connecticut. I am pursuing a double major in history and political science with a strong interest in historical preservation and using digitization to make history more accessible. My local history has shaped my sense of identity, and I am committed to helping others connect with their own communities' pasts in meaningful ways.
I am now a graduate of St. Lawrence University with a double major in Political Science and History, with a minor in Spanish. During my time at SLU, I have had the opportunity to experience the unique aspects that make our community so special.
My name is Ralfs, and I am Latvian. I grew up between a small town and the countryside before moving to Japan to attend UWC ISAK. Now I attend St. Lawrence, and I am majoring in Philosophy, Political Science, and History. My main academic field of interest is political theory.
Elijah White, class of 2026 at St. Lawrence University. He was motivated to begin this project by Professor Regosin in the History department, whom he have worked with extensively. He is also a History and Performance Arts double major, both of which have helped him pursue this fellowship. Since his junior year in high school, over four years ago, Elijah has been interested in the Port Royal Experiment. Over the course of eight weeks, he created a digital narrative on the Port Royal Experiment and the Freedmen's Bureau in South Carolina.
I am a senior at St. Lawrence University, double majoring in Psychology and History. I am interested in aiming for a career in law, with an eagerness towards criminal defense. I have previously been apart of the Thelmothesian Society on campus, being elected academics affairs chair and later on, student life chair. I spent a semester abroad where I was able to acquire first-hand knowledge on how the courts work in other countries.
Haley Sundstrom is a history major, government minor and a member of the pre-law program at SLU. She is especially interested in modern American history and international relations. On campus, Haley is a member of the women's lacrosse team, club soccer and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. During the Fall 2023 semester, she is studying abroad in Spain and working to become fluent in Spanish.
Aidan Atwell '25 is a Political Science and History major interested in American history, legislation, advocacy, and law. He has completed a fellowship research project in History, and a congressional internship in Washington, D.C. He is pursuing a career in government or law.
Meghan Weldon is a history major and government minor from Rochester, New York. She is a junior and very involved on campus. She spent the summer restoring a scrapbook from WWII that belonged to St. Lawrence's registrar.
Senator O'Connor and the Team at the TIC Radio Station
I'm a Junior at St. Lawrence University originally from Duxbury, MA. I am a History and Government major with a career interest centered in the defense intelligence space. I am currently serving as the Vice President of the Model UN here at SLU.
I'm a graduate student majored in philosophy and history, I'm currently working on my Master's degree for philosophy at The New School. This project is both a personal and an academic passion project for me. My research interests are phenomenology, dialectical materialism, and existentialism.
Colleen McKernan '23 is a history major and mathematics minor. She is interested in the history of those who have been overlooked in the past and is especially passionate about women's rights and history. Taking part in the Rural Feminisms Project created the opportunity to not only engage in local history but also to share with others the accomplishments of such women, combining her interest in history with the desire to spread and highlight the notable past.
Tina Luchetta '22 is a junior at St. Lawrence University and is a History major with African Studies and Creative Writing minors. Her academic interests pertain to gender relations, creative expression and West Africa. Tina is currently interning for Foreign Policy Interrupted and assists with Interruptrr Africa, which is a news source that shares female expertise on African politics, business, economics and science & tech. As an aspiring journalist, she hopes to learn as much as possible throughout her life and empower women through sharing female perspectives and expertise.
Asha Johnson is a current senior and member of the class of 2021 as well as an international student from Nassau, Bahamas. She is also a graduate of the United World College of Adriatic in Italy. She is pursuing a double major in Biology and History with a proposed minor in Chemistry and hopes to pursue a career as a Pathologist and return to her hometown. As a Caribbean student, she was motivated to do more research into the history of The Bahamas as well as the Caribbean region at large, which inspired her to plan and complete this research project.
Logan Hagerty '21 is a senior majoring in History and Environmental Studies, with a minor in African Studies. He is from North Conway, NH. Logan attended the SLU Kenya Semester Program his sophomore fall, which influenced his decision to pursue a Fellowship. Logan is interested in matters of environmental justice and environmental law. Logan's favorite activities include skiing and hiking in the Adirondacks.
