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Critter of the Week- Installment 1

Dear all, The following is part of a new series designed to share with all of you some of the cool critters on our campus.  Each email will feature a photo of one-two critters found on St. Andrew campus, with a little bit of background text about what they are and what they do.  Brought to you by Science at St. Andrews. Take care, Tracy S. Feldman Did you know we have tigers on campus?  Well, maybe not tigers exactly–these tigers are actually beetles less than 1 inch long.  They

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Steven Dennis ‘17: From Navy to the Equine World

By Erika Ikeda ’21, Advancement Office Intern Steven Dennis, currently working as Volunteer Coordinator at Chastain Horse Park in Atlanta, Georgia, graduated from St. Andrews University in 2017. The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International featured Steven in their Black History Month publication. (Click here to view the article on Chastain Horse Park’s Facebook Page.) PATH Intl’ introduced Steven to the equine world; he participated in its therapeutic riding program after getting injured during his service in the U.S. Navy. He then decided to study therapeutic horsemanship at St. Andrews

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COVID 19 Vaccinations for students

Knight Nation, Beginning on Wednesday, March 31st, Group 4 will be eligible to begin receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine.  This means ALL STUDENTS will be eligible.  Below is information regarding local places giving the vaccine.  Please call TODAY to make an appointment.  On April 7th, vaccinations will be open to everyone, so we want to be sure you schedule your vaccination prior to that date. It’s super easy; I received mine at the hospital and did not even have to get out of my car.  If you need a ride, please

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Holy Week Devotional 2021

HOLY WEEK 2021 Holy Week chronicles the last moments of Jesus’ life as he drew closer and closer to the cross. From Palm Sunday to the resurrection celebration on Easter morning, the last week of Jesus’ life is a story of jubilation, betrayal, remembrance, and suffering. Holy Week is the culmination of the season of Lent. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and is forty days of preparation leading up to the resurrection of Christ. Whereas the season of Advent is the joyful anticipation of Christ’s birth, Lent is a time

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Weather Alert 3/18 – Updated

Updated 3/18 10:30 am The timeline for the severe weather impact has moved up to 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. All classes, activities, and athletics at and after 11:00 a.m. are canceled today, March 18th, 2021.  Piper’s Café will close at 12:00 p.m. Faculty and Staff who live a considerable distance from campus may begin departing at 11:00 a.m. Faculty and Staff who live in Laurinburg and the immediate surrounding area may begin departing at 11:30 a.m., after ensuring all students are aware of the forecasted severe weather and how

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What St. Andrews Means To Me

By Jeff Stonestreet ’68 It seems like only yesterday since my graduating class at St. Andrews crossed the causeway over a big beautiful lake proceeded by a fully-bedecked Scotsman playing his bagpipes. That momentous day was over 50 years ago. The statute of limitations has run out so a few things can finally be told. As I glanced around the campus on a recent visit, I can still see “ghosts” from the past on the movie screen of my memory from my St. Andrews days. The memories of joys and

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Commemorating the loss of 500,000 citizens to COVID-19

COVID-19 Prayer Yesterday America broke a historic record.  Yesterday marked the tragic milestone of more than 500,000 American lives lost to Covid-19.  Our hearts are heavy with the knowledge that this is more than a number.  These are loved ones- mothers, fathers, husbands, wives, parents, siblings, friends, and neighbors. Pause for a moment of silence to remember, grieve, and rest in God’s comfort.     Everlasting Father, You are our ever-present help in times of trouble. There is chaos around us and within us.   We mourn and weep for

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New Board of Trustees Member – Frederick McCoy

Frederick McCoy, Jr. Medical Technology Business Leader Laurinburg, North Carolina – St. Andrews University, a branch of Webber International University, is proud to welcome R. Frederick McCoy, Jr. as he rejoins the Board of Trustees. Electing Mr. McCoy to the Board was a unanimous decision. Mr. McCoy says, “I’m happy to rejoin the Board. By all reasonable measures, the Board and University leadership have achieved tangible growth successes during a challenging period. I hope to be able to contribute to their progress towards a bright future.” Fred McCoy is the

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Spring COVID Update

Welcome back, Knight Nation!  In an effort to curb a COVID-19 outbreak on campus, each student is required to provide proof of a negative test result for the virus prior to both moving into their residence hall and beginning classes. Student Check-In and COVID-19 Case Count Students were encouraged to get tested for COVID-19 within the seven days prior to check-in for the spring semester and if they were unable to bring those results to campus, a rapid test was administered upon their arrival. From the 365 rapid tests that

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A male and female communications student chat while walking after class

How to Get a Degree in Communications

Communication is the key to life. Not only does it allow us to express ourselves, but it also helps us understand others. Good communication skills are the foundation of our society: whether in your career or personal relationships. Earning a degree in communications opens doors in a variety of different industries and career paths.  Students who graduate with a BA in Communication Studies from St. Andrews University go on to find fulfilling and successful careers in a variety of areas. Our program prepares students for careers in entertainment media, traditional

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