LAUDATO SI

To Protect and Nurture the Fragile Gift

The ecumenical patriarch is considered the spiritual leader of 300 million Orthodox Christians worldwide and the successor to Andrew the Apostle. His All Holiness Bartholomew I is the 270th archbishop of Constantinople (above, left) and he now has a Siena t-shirt in his closet.

Every Student Has a Story: Bernie

"Bernie" doesn't have Dog Pound tickets, and if we're being complete honest, he's not the world's biggest basketball fan. But, unbeknownst to her friends, Bernie rarely misses a game.
Mathematics, School of Science

Saints Pitch a New Disease Model to Experts in Italy

Research on infection rates landed two Siena students and their professor a presentation at an international conference – and a published article in an academic journal.

Every Student Has a Story: Abdou Fofana '26

Abdou Fofana '26 found himself on an unexpected pilgrimage headed to an unclear destination. But what he learned was that walking in the footsteps of St. Francis is a walk everyone, of every faith, should take.
Physics & Astronomy, School of Science

Particle Physics in Paradise

When you hear “Hawai’i” you most likely start thinking about palm trees, tropical breezes and luaus. Now go ahead and add particle physics to that picture.
English, School of Liberal Arts

The 'New' Classical Music

Female classical musicians are making major statements on the stage and on social media. What kind of statements? Ask Sofia Bock ’24.
Social Work, School of Liberal Arts

A Horse for the Course

Humans and horses have always had a very special bond. These majestic animals have served us as transportation, athletes, workmates and friends. A new class is now offered at Siena that combines classroom and barn time to explore these relationships in depth.