Every Student Has a Story: Rupert Bronkhorst '25
They call Rupert Bronkhorst '25 'The Buffalo.' Why? Because when the stampede is coming, you best get out of the way.
Making Strides (and taking strides) Against Breast Cancer
Over 100 student athletes, coaches, and staff participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Albany's Washington Park on October 17.
The Fruits of Campus Gardens
Siena’s on-campus gardening efforts are growing in more ways than one, reaping educational, emotional and nutritional benefits for the College community.
The Untold Story of... Dirk De Jong, Ph.D.
Ten things you probably don't know about the associate professor of social work.
The Gift of a Boston Baby Grand
A generous gift from a Siena alumnus in honor of his late brother – both of whom were musically inclined – will benefit the College’s performing students and faculty.
Siena Explores America at a Crossroads
A new landmark study by the Siena College Research Institute illustrates that yes, our country is profoundly divided and civility is on the decline. But there is hopeful news for our nation: the SCRI’s American Values Survey (AVS) shockingly reveals a strong alignment of shared values among our citizens.
Admissions
What To Do If A College You Love Doesn't Have Your Major
Does this sound familiar? You're loving everything you're reading about a certain college: the location, the campus, the real-world learning opportunities, the student life
...and then, ugh, they don't offer the major I’m interested in?
When that happens—when you don't see your intended major listed at a college you're really interested in—repeat after us: DON’T
...and then, ugh, they don't offer the major I’m interested in?
When that happens—when you don't see your intended major listed at a college you're really interested in—repeat after us: DON’T
Sprucing Up Campus
To make room for the Bells of Remembrance structure, three mature spruce trees had to give up their spots. What would St. Francis do?
History,
School of Liberal Arts
The Intern Journal: Brookside Museum
Victorian hair wreaths were popular among the heartbroken in the 19th century. When a loved one passed, their hair was sometimes saved and then fashioned into a wreath of remembrance. The tradition was lost to time, probably for its creepiness, so it's not surprising Molly Maron '24 was unaware of the tradition... until victory depended on finding a Victorian hair wreath, and fast.
From Earthly to Heavenly Life
Each fall, Siena’s friars mark the passage of St. Francis of Assisi from earthly life to heavenly life. Called Transitus – Latin for “crossing” – it is solemnly observed in a liturgy held the evening of October 3, one day in advance of St. Francis’ feast day.
