Name: Kate Leavitt ‘04
Majors: Government and Religious Studies
Hometown: Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Activities: President and Panhellenic delegate to national executive board of Chi Omega Sorority, Teaching Assistant, Campus Mail Room employee

Kate Leavitt transferred to St. Lawrence in the fall of her sophomore year having started at nearby Clarkson University, but wanted a more liberal arts education at a smaller institution. “I like the friendly atmosphere and the individual attention that students get here,” says Leavitt. “St. Lawrence has an amazing sense of community, and I think that is very important.”

Leavitt chose St. Lawrence because of the career opportunities and alumni connections available, as well as the variety of opportunities on campus. One that Leavitt has especially enjoyed is her sorority, Chi Omega, where she served as president for a term. “It was one of the best experiences I’ve had at St. Lawrence,” says Leavitt. “Every member is like family to me.”

Next year, Leavitt is planning either to attend graduate school to earn an MBA, or pursue a career. “If I don’t go directly to graduate school, I’m hoping to get a job where I can apply the education I’ve acquired at St. Lawrence,” says Leavitt. “St. Lawrence has been the perfect stepping stone into the world or work and post-graduate study.”