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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Cold and not a lot going on up there. It’s challenging to get to campus from DC and it’s in an economically depressed area. But it can provide a great experience for the right kid. Also a lot schools we looked at are in areas that are at best struggling. So maybe investigate and see if it makes sense?

The rep from what we have learned — a pretty tight alumni network. Outdoorsy kids. Relaxed and not intense. Strong school spirit. Not selective but that doesn’t mean kids don’t work hard or care. The kids don’t seem fratty? You may find something to like in their podcast.

https://www.stlawu.edu/offices/alumni/learn-and-connect/scarlet-brown-stories[/quote]

Another DVM whiner about cold.  It snows - go skiing, skating or hiking. Toughen up and buy a Subaru or Audi.[/quote]

Where do you live? Have you been to the North Country? In January? [/quote]

I grew up there, something that you would like to know?[/quote]

I’m also from the region. I doubt you actually are. My kid is applying. But the cold isn’t for everyone. It’s next level up there.

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I grew up in Mexico, had a family camp on Stoney Lake, and went to Potsdam for Music. How’s that for you? What would you like to know?[/quote]

Then you should know that not everyone is going to like the region. I grew up nearby, had two relatives who went to college up there (Canton and Potsdam). One of my kids applied to St Lawrence at my urging because I think he'd like it, the other did not because it's not their cup of tea. I wouldn't have liked it for my college personally.

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I never mentioned anything except offering to answer any specific questions. It is a very tough environment for some people, others absolutely love it. But, people really do need to understand what they are getting into.

I still really love it when we are back visiting but I'm not sure that I would like it on an everyday basis. My kid had it on her list but ended up at another very cold, remote school. She loves it which surprised me a bit given the temperate climate she grew up in. My wife would be happy if she never returned.[/quote]

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