Admissions

The Countdown to College: A Timeline for Families After the Decision

So you've made your decision (or are almost there)—now what? Here’s your month-by-month guide to navigating the months between commitment and move-in day. The college application season is behind you, and you’ve either made your decision or are about to. Congratulations! Now that the hard work is behind you, it’s time to focus on what comes next. The months leading up to move-in day can be just as crucial as the application process itself, with plenty of important steps to take care of before your student embarks on their college journey. Here’s a month-by-month timeline to help families stay on track, with all the critical tasks leading up to the first day of college.

Career and Internship Center, Internships

The Intern Journal: Siena Baseball Team

Baseball is still baseball, but recruiting student-athletes is now a whole different ballgame. High school prospects are often influenced by what they see on a program's Instagram page, so the Siena baseball team is upping its IG content.
School of Business, Marketing

Bee-lieve in the Power of Brand

James Beeston '14 and his partners strategically re-branded their company this year after 10 years in business. The process – including challenges, insights, and opportunities – made for great conversation with MBA students in a Strategic Brand Management course in March.
Center for International Programs

Saints Around the World: Lyon, France

When Thursday's class was unexpectedly canceled, Alayna Preston '26 figured she had two options. She could sleep in. Or, she could jet set to another country, run three miles, mingle with a celebrity/idol, and make it back for Friday's class. Guess which option she picked?
Damietta Cross-Cultural Center

Proudly Flying the Six Nations

Siena’s Sarazen Student Union proudly displays the flags of nations from which our international students hail, and where Siena students are studying abroad. Another nation’s flag is now being added to the collection.
School of Business

Golub Lecture Focuses on Responsible Use of AI

Pamela Lirio, Ph.D., an associate professor at the University of Montreal, delivered the 2025 Lewis Golub Executive Lecture on April 3. Her presentation was on “Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Keeping Humanity in the Loop.”
Education, School of Liberal Arts

Siena is the New Home of EdExpo

To give education majors the opportunity to meet directly with potential employers, Siena is now hosting an annual Education Expo on campus.
Admissions

How Siena Became Home 3,000 Miles Away

Starting college is a big step for anyone, but for international students, it’s an even bigger leap. They leave behind their families, friends, and home countries to chase their dreams in a new place. At Siena, international students bring fresh perspectives, different cultures, and inspiring stories that make our campus even more special.
Admissions

Breaking into the Secret Service: Expert Tips from Siena’s Special Agent in Charge

For Patrick Freaney ’98, protecting others isn’t just a job—it’s a mission. As the Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Secret Service’s New York field office, he leads a team responsible for safeguarding high-profile individuals, including world leaders and dignitaries. His career has taken him across the globe, working in high-stakes environments. But his journey to the Secret Service began long before his first assignment. It started with a defining moment in his teenage years.