This is SLC: Our College News

Since its founding in 1967, the Hairstyling program at St. Lawrence College has been a cornerstone of creativity, skill, and community service. Through decades of industry evolution and curriculum innovation, one thing has remained constant: our commitment to excellence in hairstyling education.  The Hairstyling labs, located in the Kingston campus’s “temporary” Wolf (Blue) Technology and Trades building, have long been a hub of hands-on learning and transformation. This fall, the program received a much-needed facelift—reflecting both its growing enrolment and evolving needs.

As we celebrate IT Professionals Day, we’re proud to spotlight HopNGo, a locally developed on-demand ride service that’s transforming urban mobility in Kingston—and doing so with the help of talented alumni from our college community.  Founded in Kingston and built by Kingstonians for Kingstonians, HopNGo is more than just a transportation app. It’s a community-driven initiative that values affordability, accessibility, and sustainability. The platform connects residents with licensed local drivers, offering a safe, reliable, and eco-conscious way to get around town. 

This fall, we’re proud to launch MasterClass at SLC, an innovative two-semester leadership program designed to prepare the next generation of student leaders. This exclusive opportunity combines globally acclaimed MasterClass content, in-person workshops, and a culminating student-led professional development conference. 

SLC and the Student Rights and Responsibilities team (SRRO) is proud to participate in the fourth annual Consent Awareness Week, a national initiative dedicated to promoting safer communities by raising awareness of sexual violence and the importance of consent. Taking place from September 15-19, 2025, this year’s week falls within a period known as the “red zone”, the time between orientation and Halloween when students, especially women and gender-diverse learners, face an increased risk of campus sexual violence.   

To demonstrate the significance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we are once again holding Honour Walks at each campus on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Staff and students, please click on the link for your campus to register to attend these important ceremonies. Faculty are encouraged to bring their classes to the event!