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It’s On Us

Next week, February 12-18, 2024, begins our annual It’s on Us Week. We ask that all Lawrentians wear teal and/or a teal ribbon in support of the cause on Tuesday February 13, 2024. Please take a moment to acquaint yourself with additional ways to participate and remember, it’s on us to stand up to sexual misconduct.

What is It’s on Us Week?

It’s on Us Week is a call to action for all Lawrentians to act as active bystanders and stop problematic behaviors. It’s on us to stop sexual violence! It’s on Us is a national movement and honored by several institutions at different points in the year. We focus on healthy relationships, everyday consent, respect active bystander training, and of course hope to inspire all Lawrentians to reflect on their role in creating a caring and safe community!

Monday Feb. 12

  • It’s On Us Giveaway Tabling | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Warch
  • SAASHA Green Flags Board | Outside Andrew Commons
  • Bystander Awareness Training | 7 p.m. | Warch 224

Tuesday, Feb. 13 | Wear Teal Day

  • It’s On Us Giveaway Tabling | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Warch
  • FSL Jeopardy | 6:30 p.m. | Warch 325
  • Sign the pledge in your residence hall lobby

Wednesday, Feb. 14

  • Consent Workshop | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Warch 226
  • STI Testing | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (by appointment) | Wellness Center

Thursday, Feb. 15

  • KINK Workshop | 7:30 p.m. | Warch Cinema

Friday, Feb. 16

  • SAASHA Gratitude’s Board | Outside Andrew Commons

Sunday, Feb. 18

  • SAASHA Resource Happy Hour | 2-4 p.m. | Spirit Space
It’s On Us poster

Meet Your Hosts

The week draws on a huge number of campus partners or collaboration and support. If you would like to become involved, please contact the SHARE committee and/or attend a SAHRE meeting. We are incredibly thankful for the efforts of each of our partners in working to raise awareness and inspire the call to action for all to practice as active bystanders!

How to Be an Active Bystander

If you cannot attend the Monday evening event but would like to host a group bystander intervention training, please contact Erin Buenzli, buenzlie@lawrence.edu. Below is a quick summary to get you stared as active bystanders on campus, information pulled from RAINN.

  • Create a distraction: The purpose of distraction is to interrupt the incident, safely, by communicating with the individual at risk and giving them an opportunity to safely exit the potentially dangerous situation.
  • Ask Directly: Asking directly to the individual at risk can help you determine if an action needs to be taken immediately to ensure a safe environment.
  • Rally Others: If you need to, enlist another person to support you. Remember, there is always help on campus from CAs, Area Coordinators, or Campus Safety.
  • Extend Support: Offer them appropriate resources and options for how you can support them.

How to Submit Your Feedback

We want to Hear Your Voice

As always, we want to hear about your thoughts and continue to create a more salient and educational experience. If you attend any of the events below or want to offer some feedback, please complete the link to our evaluation page: https://forms.office.com/r/7sGbDqxYm1.

Wellness Center Winter Term Activities

Learn more on the website!

Mondays

  • TRX | 12-12:45 p.m. | Wellness Ctr

Tuesdays

  • Yoga | 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. | Warch 225
  • Basketball | 12-1 p.m. | Wellness Ctr

Wednesdays

  • TRX | 12-12:45 p.m. | Wellness Ctr
  • Yoga | 5-5:45 p.m. | Warch

Thursdays

  • Yoga | 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. | Warch 225
  • Basketball | 12-1 p.m. | Wellness Ctr

Sundays

  • Yoga | 11-11:45 a.m. | Warch 225
  • Pick-up Soccer | 1-3 p.m. | Wellness Ctr

Winter Term massage sign up open

Wellness Services is pleased to offer subsidized full-body therapeutic massage services for winter term.

Appointments are available for 50 minutes and cost $30 on campus and at the YMCA.

Massages are available for all students and employees.

You must sign up to be eligible for the discounted price. E-mail Erin Buenzli or wellnessservices@lawrence.edu to schedule an appointment. Limit one per term.

Free December YMCA Membership for Employees

December is a great time to try the YMCA; Lawrence employees can enjoy a free membership Dec. 1-31!

Bring your LU ID to the Downtown YMCA and sign up. You can add dependents or spouses for just $12 each. Your membership is also good at the Fox Valley area YMCAs.

Check out hours and classes here.

If you have any questions contact Erin Buenzli at buenzlie@lawrence.edu.

LU Mind Spas Scavenger Hunt

The Mind Spas on campus are newly updated! Check them out and enter a drawing for a free Fitbit Inspire!

Here’s how you can participate:

  • Visit a Mind Spa, take a selfie of you there, and submit it online.
  • For each Mind Spa you visit, your name will be entered into the drawing for the Fitbit (total of 5 entries).
  • Submit your entries by Nov. 20!

Mind Spas are located in:

  • The Wellness Center
  • 4th floor Sage
  • Kohler basement
  • Plantz basement
  • Con practice room

Questions? Contact Johan Aulwes (aulwesj@lawrence.edu).

Fall WELLU Massage sign up

Wellness Services is pleased to offer subsidized full-body therapeutic massage services for fall term.

Appointments are available for 50 minutes and cost $30 on campus and at the YMCA.

Massages are available for all students and employees.

You must sign up to be eligible for the discounted price. E-mail Wellnessservices@lawrence.edu or  Erin Buenzli to schedule an appointment. Limit one per term.

Free YMCA in July

Exciting News! Try the incredible Y for FREE during the entire month of July at all YMCA of the Fox Cities locations!

We understand the importance of staying active and healthy, having a place you belong, and being part of a supportive fitness community. To try the Y in July, simply visit any YMCA of the Fox Cities locations, mention this offer, and enjoy unlimited access to our fantastic facilities, classes and expert guidance for the entire month of July.

If you decide to sign up, remember students and employees are eligible for a Lawrence discount on all memberships. Sign up at the downtown Y.

LU Health and Wellness Survey

Want a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card or LU Gear?

Click on the link in your LU email from the Health and Wellness Survey. The survey is anonymous and gives LU a chance to assess the health and well-being of our students to increase support.

Programs that have come out of this survey are the LU dietician, massage program, Healthy Vikings, and more. Thank you in advance for your time.