Every Student Has a Story: Katie Bisset '26

It was December 14, 2012 and Katie Bisset ’26 was eight years old. She and her classmates and teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary School were huddled together, terrified and confused, in the reading corner of their third-grade classroom. They heard a commotion happening elsewhere in the building. The loudspeaker that had just played morning announcements switched back on and was relaying disturbing sounds from the front of the building.
Kieval Institute

Siena College Statement on Antisemitism

With deep concern for rising levels of antisemitism throughout the country, Siena College makes clear its unwavering commitment, as a Franciscan community, to the unique worth of each and every person.
Damietta Cross-Cultural Center, School of Science, Environmental Studies and Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry

In the News: November 2022

A monthly media roundup for the Siena community.
Center for International Programs

Commendation from the State Department

A Study Abroad team member recently received a commendation from the U.S. Department of State for her work on applicant review for a prestigious scholarship program.

Siena Appoints 13th President

At the recommendation of the presidential search committee, and by unanimous support of the College’s Board of Trustees, Charles Seifert, Ph.D., was officially appointed the 13th President of Siena College at the Board meeting this morning.

Siena Community Marches in Support of the People of Iran

Members of the Siena College community held a rally yesterday, November 30th, on campus in support of a call to action by the Iranian Scholars for Liberty, a collective group of scholars whose mission is to amplify the voice of the people of Iran.
Political Science, School of Liberal Arts

The Fruits of a Deep Dive into White House Documents

Sarah Falgiatano ’24 spent much of her summer researching the evolution of President Joe Biden’s foreign policy. Her hard work led to a presentation at a regional academic conference.
Computer Science, School of Science

The World's Largest Gathering of Women Technologists

Two Siena computer science students, an alumna, and their professors recently traveled to a major computing conference and came away with job interviews, internship offers, and a slew of new professional connections.

The Untold Story of... Chuck Seifert, Ph.D.

Ten things you probably don't know about the next President of Siena College. Chuck Seifert, Ph.D. (pictured in the back of the boat), was appointed the 13th President of Siena College by unanimous vote of the Board of Trustees on December 2.