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Mackenzie Huber

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Giving Day Thank You!

Thank you so much for your support of this year’s Giving Day! The support of the on-campus community truly has an impact; whether you stopped by one of our campus events, took a ride in the Giving Day Cash Cab, participated in a challenge on Facebook, or made a donation, it is all important.

This year we broke Giving Day records by raising over $1.94 million from more than 3,100 donors. We are also so thrilled that we had over 320 faculty & staff donors and that the Class of 2020 was at the top of the leaderboard with 92 donors! It was amazing to see the on campus community show up in such a big way.

Most of the money raised on Giving Day supports the Lawrence Fund which is the steady beacon that shines its light on every corner of campus. Contributions to the Lawrence Fund support our students, faculty, and facilities. Gifts have an immediate impact on scholarships, athletics, Björklunden, the library, and beyond. Thank you again so much for your support.

Have a Happy and Respectful Halloween

A message from the Committee on Diversity Affairs:

Happy Halloween! Let’s keep this Halloween spooky and fun for everyone! Here are some things that you should consider when picking your costume:

  • A costume should NOT come at the expense of the identity of your fellow Lawrentians.
  • A costume is NOT another person’s race or ethnicity, gender identity or expression, health condition, socioeconomic status, etc.

If you have to question it, then you probably shouldn’t do it. Be well and do well.

8th Annual Queer Thanksgiving

LU is celebrating its 8th Annual Queer Thanksgiving, an event which gives LGBTQ+ students who may not be able to be their true selves at home a chance to celebrate the holiday with the LU community. Join us on Friday, November 15 at 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM in the Diversity and Intercultural Center.

All LGBTQ+ and allied students, faculty and staff are welcome.

Feel free to join the Facebook event and/or sign up to bring a dish. 

November Open Office Hours with the Grants Team – Conservatory of Music

Date: Thursdays 10 AM – Noon

Location: Conservatory of Music (outside main office)

Are you interested in applying for a grant to fund a new program, research project, or artistic work? Faculty and staff are invited to stop by and meet with either Anna Simeth, Ariela Rosa, or Amy Kester to discuss grant ideas onThursdays between 10 am and noon during the academic term (with the exception of holidays or during convocation)—no appointment required. In the month of November (through November 21st), we will be located in the Conservatory of Music outside the main office; please look for the table with the “grants” sign and stop by!

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a time to discuss external funding during a different time slot, please email amy.kester@lawrence.edu or call x6816. We look forward to connecting with you!

Lawrence Property on Union Street to be Demolished

October 21, 2019

Dear City Park Historic District Neighbors, city officials, and Lawrence Community,

We write today with the announcement that we’ve made a very difficult decision regarding the Lawrence-owned property at 229 N. Union St. The home, which suffered extensive damage in an October 2018 fire, will be torn down in the coming days, and the property will be returned to green space.

The decision to demolish the home follows a year of study by architects, engineers, and City of Appleton inspectors. We explored an assortment of options for renovating or restoring the home. In the end, the fire damage was too extensive to make the house viable. It is with great sadness that we have made the necessary arrangements to have the home demolished.

We are notifying the Lawrence community and neighbors because we understand and appreciate the historical significance of this home. It was built in 1901 and has been owned by Lawrence since 1928, serving a variety of purposes through the years. Perhaps most noteworthy, Attic Theatre was founded in this home. We celebrated that history a little more than two years ago when we had the 2,700-square-foot home moved a block down Union Street.

Unfortunately, the damage from the fire last fall was too much to overcome. The fire occurred while a contractor was working on renovations. The contractor’s insurance is covering the loss and the demolition. At the time of the fire, Lawrence was preparing the home to become the residence for the provost and dean of faculty. Alternative housing arrangements have been made.

A small slice of Appleton and Lawrence history will be lost with the demolition. For that, we are heartbroken and know that those who appreciate that history are feeling the same.

Sincerely,

Joseph King

Construction Project Manager

Lawrence University

Joseph.m.king@lawrence.edu

Employee Resource Groups of Lawrence Fall Gathering

As we embrace the brisk fall wind, the changing of leaf colors and a new academic year, the Employee Resource Groups of Lawrence University are delighted to invite you to an evening fall gathering! The following Employee Resource Groups collaborate to make Lawrence University a more just, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  

Professionals of Color 

Emerging Professionals 

PRIDE — LGBTQIA+ 

GEL— Global Employees of Lawrence  

If you identify with any of these resource groups, please join us for an evening gathering on, Tuesday Oct. 22nd, from 5-7pm in the Diversity & Intercultural Center. Food and refreshments will be catered from a local POC-owned restaurant. 

This even provides a great atmosphere to engage with fellow colleagues and learn more about LU’s Employee Resource Groups and how they can support your interests. See the attached poster/flyer for more details, and do spread the word!  

·         Find our Facebook Event:   https://www.facebook.com/events/442895122987343/?ti=icl

·         Here is the link to register for this All-Employee Resource Group event. 

This event is sponsored by the Employee Retention Subcommittee of the President’s Committee on Diversity Affairs (PCDA). We hope you can join us!  

OCTOBER Open Office Hours with the Grants Team

Date: Thursdays 10 AM – Noon

Location: Steitz Hall Atrium

Are you interested in applying for a grant to fund a new program, research project, or artistic work? Faculty and staff are invited to stop by and meet with either Anna Simeth, Ariela Rosa, or Amy Kester to discuss grant ideas onThursdays between 10 am and noon during the academic term (with the exception of holidays or during convocation)—no appointment required. In the month of October, we will be located in the Steitz Hall Atrium; please look for the table with the “grants” sign.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a time to discuss external funding during a different time slot, please email amy.kester@lawrence.edu or call x6816. We look forward to connecting with you!

Björklunden application now open

Greetings from Björklunden!

The Björklunden Application is now available online! Check it out!

Here is a link to the General Info Page: http://www.lawrence.edu/s/bjorklunden/students

Here are the links to the Instructions and Application: http://www.lawrence.edu/s/bjorklunden/students/app_info

http://www.lawrence.edu/s/bjorklunden/students/form

We will be accepting applications until Friday, November 1, 2019 for Winter and Spring Terms.

Björklunden weekends provide a distinctive and highly memorable integrative experience. Each weekend during the academic year groups from Lawrence gather to explore and reflect upon ideas, artistic expressions and community issues. Topics are wide ranging and students have the opportunity for intensive inquiry and discussion with faculty members and among themselves in an informal, intimate setting.

Looking forward to seeing you here at Björklunden!

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Please join LUNA for our annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration! It is a day to celebrate and honor our Indigenous communities as well as commemorate the history and culture of the 11 Federally recognized tribal nations currently residing in Wisconsin.

During this event, there will be a series of activities to watch and participate in such as the powwow demonstration including dancing, drumming, and singing, and an educational gallery display on culture and regalia.