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Beta Beta Beta

The Lambda Xi chapter was founded at SUNY Potsdam in 1967 by Dr. Robert Cerwonka.

Dr. Cerwonka later went on to become an officer of Beta Beta Beta (also known as Tri Beta) at the national level. Since the formation of our chapter, a number of students and faculty have been awarded grants for research from Tri Beta. When possible, Lambda Xi members have attended both the regional and international Tri Beta conferences.

Each Spring members of the Lambda Xi chapter choose recipients of two awards.

Tri Beta Research Award

This award recipient is selected by members and given to a member who has demonstrated excellence in biology and research.

  • 2024-25, TBD
  • 2023-24, Eryl Beven
  • 2022-23, Vincenzo Bonaiuto

Tri Beta Service Award

This award recipient is selected by members and given to a graduating member of Tri Beta who intends to continue in the field of biology upon graduation from SUNY Potsdam.

  • 2024-25, TBD
  • 2023-24, Deven Legget
  • 2022-23, Gabriella Toriseva

2024-2025 Officers

  • President: Lucas Scalicone
  • Vice President: Jane Mattingly
  • Treasurer: Talon Thompson
  • Secretary: Chase Bond
  • Historian: Spencer Pynn

Adviser: Dr. Robert Snyder, 307 Stowell Hall