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How to Make a Living as a Creative: Bringing Your Original Works to Market

Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Fox Commons Business & Entrepreneurship Center

Special Guest Catrina J. Sparkman will speak on how she generates income from her creative and artistic ventures, including lessons learned and tips for aspiring writers and other creative entrepreneurs.

Catrina is a Black theater artist, authorpreneur, founder of the non-profit IP ministries, and CEO of Ironer’s Press Publishing Company, plus artistic director of the Creative Cottage in Madison. 

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Student Forum and Job Fair

Saturday, Feb. 22 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Lambeau Field, Green Bay—Meet at Wriston Turnaround

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Student Forum at Lambeau Field is your backstage pass to the world of broadcasting and journalism. Whether you dream of being on-air, producing behind the scenes, writing an award-winning news piece, or managing media operations, this event is your chance to explore the possibilities, connect with industry professionals, and take your first steps toward an exciting career. See Handshake for details and sign up by Feb. 19.

WIPCCC Career Expo

Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 3-6 p.m.
Third St. Market Hall, Milwaukee

All students are invited to attend and explore opportunities at the Career Expo with 100+ companies seeking students and recent graduates for full-time, part-time, and internship roles. See Handshake for employer list and details, and email Danielle Kolman (danielle.kolman@lawrence.edu) to sign up for transportation. Limited spaces; sign up today!

Summer Experience Funding Highlight: Eloise Frick Cherven Fund

From now until the end of March, we will be highlighting various funds and summer internships available to students! Through the generous support of alumni and friends, Lawrence students are eligible to apply for funding to support summer internships or projects.

The Eloise Frick Cherven Fund

This fund was established in 1993 in memory of Eloise Frick Cherven, Lawrence University Class of 1976, by her family, friends, and classmates. Mrs. Cherven was a dedicated geology major who later earned a Master of Science degree from California State University at Los Angeles and forged a successful career in petroleum and environmental geology.

The fund supports student projects and research that pursue some line of investigation or other activity that would broaden their experience or knowledge, help others, and prove of future value. Projects in any area are eligible, though preference will be given to students majoring in or projects related to geology.

Priority Deadline: March 28, 2025 

Questions? Michelle Buchinger can help! Email her at michelle.m.buchinger@lawrence.edu.

Madison Media and Publishing CJW Trek

From Pages to Airwaves: Explore Careers in Publishing and Radio

Thursday, Feb. 13 | All Day
Madison, WI | Meet at the Wriston Turnaround

Join us for an exciting day trip to Madison, WI, where you’ll explore the dynamic industries of publishing, radio, and journalism!

  • Stop 1: University of Wisconsin Press: Get an inside look at how books are published, marketed, and sold. Discover the behind-the-scenes processes that bring impactful stories to life, meet with publishing pros, and learn about careers in publishing.
  • Stop 2: Wisconsin Public Radio (WERN): Step into the world of radio programming and cultural arts. Tour the studios, meet radio professionals, discover how WPR selects and programs its music, and learn about the vibrant careers available in journalism and broadcasting.

We’ll also meet with the Program Manager at UW-Madison’s graduate school of Journalism and Mass Communication. This is your chance to connect with industry professionals, gain unique insights into creative careers, and experience Madison’s thriving cultural scene.

Itinerary

  • 7:30 a.m. | Depart Lawrence from the Wriston Turnaround
  • 9:30 a.m. | Arrive at the University of Wisconsin Press
  • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lunch at UW-Madison
  • 1:30 p.m. | Arrive at Wisconsin Public Radio
  • 3:30 p.m. | Depart Madison
  • 5:30 p.m. | Arrive back at Lawrence

The deadline to register is Tuesday, Feb. 11!