|
There is only one week left in the Superior Give-A-Thon! If you haven't made a gift in support of the Superior Give-a-thon yet, we kindly ask you take a moment to do so now. It's an easy process that takes only a few minutes to make an impactful gift in support of current and future Lakers.
Thank you to everyone that has already made a donation. It is our donors and their willingness to come together to sustain and build Lake Superior State University that is so inspiring. There's still time, so make your Superior Give-A-Thon donation today!
| |
|
Be sure to check out the Spring 2023 Laker Log which was released last week!
With more than 34,000 alumni strong from LSSU, LSSC, and the Sault Branch of the Michigan College of Mining and Technology, the Laker Log makes it easy to stay connected. This edition features alumni updates, including class notes, family updates, friends we'll miss, featured news stories, and more!
Submit your updates to be included in the next issue of the Laker Log.
| |
|
The Board of Trustees of Lake Superior State University has named LSSU Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lynn G. Gillette, as interim President after Dr. Rodney S. Hanley resigned.
“We wish Dr. Hanley and his family all the best in their future endeavors,” said Tim Lukenda, chair of the LSSU Board of Trustees. “It is time to look forward and maintain our focus on this great institution and all of the wonderful things it has to offer our students of today and in the future.” Read More.
| |
|
The beauty of the Great Lakes region and the richness of Native American culture throughout it not only form some of the notes that distinguish Lake Superior State University, but also strike up the themes for a classical music homage at LSSU’s Arts Center by the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra.
The three-part program, entitled Terra Nostra, celebrates Mother Nature and Indigenous traditions, which took place on Saturday, April 22, 2023. The event was free and open to the public thanks to generous support from the LSSU Issues and Intellect Fund.
“This concert was not only entertaining but also enlightening,” said LSSU Interim President Dr. Lynn G. Gillette. “Conservationism is one of Lake State’s academic programs. A pillar of LSSU’s strategic plan advances Native American issues. And our Arts Center serves a cultural hub for the region. So we were thrilled to welcome the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra to provide a good time and advance important causes."
| |
|
Dr. Tom Robinson is a very familiar face in and around the Sault Ste. Marie area, as well as on the campus of Lake Superior State University. A Sault native, Dr. Robinson was a practicing orthodontist in the Sault from 1966 until his retirement in 2017. Tom has served on the LSSU Foundation Board of Directors since its founding in 1985, and he and his wife, Harriette, are ardent advocates of the University.
“My Dad taught me the importance of perseverance,” says Dr. Robinson. “Growing up, he did not have much except his determination and work ethic. My father worked his way through dental school and returned to the Soo to begin his career during the Great Depression. His perseverance paved the way for four generations of dentists and we feel very fortunate to honor his memory and be able to give back to the community where it all started. LSSU is an important part of our community and there are kids, who like my father, do not have much more than perseverance to start with. We want to help them through our scholarship to make their dreams come true too.”
As longtime supporters of Lake Superior State University, the Robinsons have made a point to remember LSSU in their estate plan – thus continuing their philanthropic efforts and impact at the University and in the community far into the future. The gift was established through an estate trust and will help support students with the Thomas and Harriette Robinson Scholarship, which will benefit a student enrolled in a pre-dentistry or pre-professional health program. Planned giving is a unique way to make an impactful difference to the students of Lake Superior State through beneficiary designations in trusts, wills, insurance policies, IRAs or retirement plans.
To learn more about planned giving and to discover ways to establish a plan that works best for you and creates a legacy gift at LSSU, please click here.
| |
|
LSSU Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science
Seniors of the LSSU Chemistry Department presented their projects on Friday, April 21. Some outstanding graduate presentations included Tim Howes (Biochemistry), Meghan Gerrie (Forensic Chemistry), Megan Voisinet (Cannabis Chemistry), and Tyler Somerville (Chemistry).
| |
| |
|
Gene Kanikovsky ’94, was unanimously selected by the board to fill the position of CEO for Joe Wheeler EMC. | |
Tony Koski '92, principal of downstate Northville High School, has been named Michigan’s 2023 Principal of the Year by the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals and the Michigan Association of Student Councils and Honor Societies. | |
| |
|
Isaac Lennox '21, a graduate from LSSU's Kinesiology is completing his Master's Degree in Integrated Physiology at Michigan Tech. He has been awarded the 2023 American Kinesiology Association (AKA) National Master's Scholar Award for Doctoral Granting Institutions. | |
Capt. Matthew Smith '00, was recently promoted to Captain at Muskegon County Sheriff's Department. After graduating from Lake Superior State University, Captain Smith returned to the Sheriff’s Office and worked as a Corrections Deputy. Captain Smith was promoted in 2012 to the rank of Sergeant, where he worked as a shift supervisor. In 2019 Captain Smith was again promoted to the Jail Administrator position, where he held the rank of Lieutenant. | |
|
Freshman Marilou Cote has been named the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Women's Tennis Freshman of the Year while also being selected to the All-GLIAC First Team, and Julia Fraile Raton was named Honorable Mention All-GLIAC, as announced by the conference on Friday, April 21. Read More. | |
Senior Aaron Osmond has been named to the All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) First Team, and freshmen Lluc Limongi Ollers and Jordi Fraile Raton were selected to the All-GLIAC Second Team and Honorable Mention All-GLIAC, respectively, as announced by the conference on Friday, April 21. Read More. | |
|
The Lake Superior State women's golf program competed at the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Championships on Friday, April 21.
Senior Julia Vess led the way for the Lakers, improving by five strokes on the second round of 18 for a combined total of 155 and a 22nd place finish individually. Marie Mathieu and Jesse Hellebuyck would then round out the day for their team with respective totals of 170 and 174. Read More.
| |
19 Lakers have been named to the Central Collegiate Hockey Association 2022-23 All-Academic team with eight also earning CCHA Scholar Athlete recognition, as announced by the league office on Monday, April 17. Read More. | |
The Lake Superior State University track and field program competed at the Don Kleinow Memorial Invitational, hosted by Siena Heights, on Saturday, April 15. The Lakers combined for 11 new personal records and nine top-ten placements on the day. Read More. | |
The Lake Superior State University men's tennis program earned arguably their most impressive win of the season to give the seniors one final win in the Soo, upsetting the No. 39 ranked Grand Valley State Lakers by a final score of 5-2 on April 15. Read More. | |
Junior thrower Jenna Fleming has been named the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Women's Field Athlete of the Week for the second time in her career, as announced by the conference office on Tuesday, April 11. Read More. | |
|
37 Lake Superior State University student-athletes received Winter Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) academic honors, as announced by the conference office on Tuesday, April 4, including ten honorees for men's basketball, the most among all GLIAC men's basketball programs. Read more.
Click here for a full list of 2022-23 Winter GLIAC All-Academic and Academic Excellence honorees.
| |
|
Join your fellow Lakers to cheer on the Detroit Tigers at this season's Lake Superior State Night at Comerica Park. Enjoy America’s favorite pastime and show your Laker/Tiger pride alongside your friends, family and colleagues.
Our next Lake Superior State University alumni event will be at Comerica Park for the Tigers v. Padres game on Saturday, July 22 at 6 p.m. EST. An informal, pre-game meet-up will take place inside Comerica Park at Comerica Landing in right field.
A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will come back to support Lake Superior State University. This popular event usually sells out, so order your tickets early!
| |
|
We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the 34th Annual Lake State Classic taking place on Friday, August 4 at Wild Bluff in Brimley, Michigan. The event is a tremendous opportunity for LSSU and friends to interact, while supporting LSSU and Laker Athletics.
Click the links below to view available sponsorship opportunities, and make sure to register your team early as we anticipate a full event.
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at Bay Mills Resort & Casino until July 20. Those wishing to book can call (888) 422-9645.
| | | | |
