Alexandra Kirby Taylor '89
Major: Economics; speech & theatre and psychology minors
Profession: Regional Director, Special Risk Sales, The Hartford
Home: Brooklyn, NY

Sometimes people fall in love at first sight, when they least expect it.

“My high school friends were going to look at St. Lawrence during our senior year, and I went along for the ride,” remembers Alexandra Kirby Taylor '89. “Everyone was so friendly, it immediately felt like home. I knew I didn’t want to go anywhere else.”

Alex says that the most valuable part of her St. Lawrence experience is the lasting friendships she made. “I met one of my closest friends working in the Pub together freshman year; recently, she was a bridesmaid in my wedding!” she says.

“It wasn’t until I was an alumna that I truly learned the depth of the phrase ‘Laurentian for Life.’ By serving on the Alumni Council,” Taylor says, “I have gained tremendous leadership experiences. I have also learned about fund-raising and current issues in higher education. I’ve seen a completely different part of the University’s culture that most students don’t get to see. My volunteer work with St. Lawrence has given me great insights into what kinds of careers are out there and how valuable the St. Lawrence experience really is.”