Category Archives: Summer 2011

Lawrence President Jill Beck reflects on the close of the academic year.

The founders of Lawrence University had a grand vision and, throughout the college’s history, its leaders have been steadfast in their commitment to building a reputation as much more than a small liberal arts college in Appleton, Wisconsin. In the 21st century, Lawrence University is among the leading liberal arts institutions in the nation, and is included on a short list of “Colleges that Change Lives” in a book written by the late college-consumer advocate and respected education journalist, Loren Pope.

But Lawrence’s mission and, indeed, its success, are evident beyond the borders of Appleton and the United States. There can be no mistaking the global impact of Lawrence University or the fact that the Lawrence community is truly worldwide.

Lawrence University’s London Centre is celebrating 40 years of study abroad in 2011. Alumni and students reflect on it’s importance to their lives.

After 162 years, Lawrence sends its graduates into the world with style, pomp, and circumstance. Here’s a glimpse of the celebration as a record 347 graduates received their degrees in June 2011.

As years go by and Lawrentians tread their own paths in life, alumni enthusiastically return to celebrate their college experience and the place that helped prepare them for the future.

Known for exuberant campus life, Lawrence yet again provides an eventful Spring Term filled with memorable moments galore. A look at life on the inside.

Jonathon Sheridan ’11, a member of the Lawrence hockey team, fights for his life and conquers a deadly illness.

Professor of Music and Teacher of Cello Janet Anthony was named the first holder of the new George and Marjorie Olsen Chandler Professorship in Music. The Chandler Professorship was established with a gift from George Chandler ’51 and his late wife Marjorie ’44. Helen Boyd Kramer, lecturer of gender and freshman studies, received the CommunityContinue Reading

Mike Cisler ’78 is indefatigable in helping Lawrence continue to thrive and help students succeed.

The More Light! campaign, which is on pace to exceed its $150 million goal, comes to a close at the end of October. The campaign finale, to be held October 28-29, 2011, will celebrate the most ambitious fund-raising campaign in the college’s history, providing an opportunity to thank generous alumni, parents and friends of theContinue Reading