Diversity and Intercultural Center Hours
Nov. 21-22: 9 AM-Midnight
Nov. 23-27: CLOSED
Nov. 28-Dec. 16: 9 AM-Midnight
Dec. 17-Jan. 2: CLOSED
We will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd.
Please contact the D&IC staff at: diversitycenter@lawrence.edu
Stay well and be safe!
The Student Food Pantry will be open over winter break (through Jan. 2, 2023) every day from 9 AM-6 PM with ID swipe access. The Pantry includes food items, hygiene products, and school supplies.
The Student Food Pantry is open to all students who are in immediate need or do not have access to essential items. Please be conscientious in what you take and how much you take from the space. Visit the Student Food Pantry website for additional information.
Questions, comments, or suggestions? We’d love to hear from you! Suggest Pantry items or share your comments using our Feedback Form here.
The Pantry is supported through the generosity of community, local businesses, and personal donations of money and supplies, as well as a small budget provided by Lawrence University. We continue to seek partners on and off campus who are willing to support our students.
To donate to the Pantry, drop off items in the D&IC Kitchen or contact jessica.quintana@lawrence.edu
If you missed the event from Saturday, Nov. 5- Yoga: Cultural History, CommUnity, & Practice with Rina Deshpande, we’ve got you covered! You can view the recording using the link here: Yoga Recording
0:00-11:25 “Breathe and Yoga Culture & History”
11:25-28:28 “Short Physical Yoga Practice & Resources”
In today’s modern world, Yoga is often misinterpreted and misrepresented, or appropriated, to be useful for “building a better self.” But like many indigenous traditions, the ancient practice of Yoga is more than a physical workout rather it is about recognizing your value and the miracle of being you, right now, in this moment, just as you are. Yoga is about connection with one another, our natural resources including animals, and Universe, as it is about connecting with our own selves.
Rina Deshpande is an educator, author, and illustrator. Raised with yoga as an Indian American, Rina completed her ERYT-500 yoga certification and earned a masters in neuroscience and education at Harvard, where she designed yoga and mindfulness research curriculum. Rina currently authors and illustrates a monthly Yoga Journal magazine column on the culture and science of Yoga and is a faculty member. For free yoga resources and illustrated poetry follow Rina at @rinathepoet on Instagram, rinadeshpande.com, and rinathepoet.com.
Sponsored by: The Diversity and Intercultural Center and Wellness Services
Join us in celebrating the beauty of our culture by enjoying a variety of performances, music, and food! Special guest performance included!
Saturday, October 29th|12-3 PM
Wriston Amphitheater
Food will be provided at the Diversity & Intercultural Center (D&IC) after the performances.
Sponsored by: Alianza, Diversity & Intercultural Center, Lawrence University Native Americans (LUNA), The Spanish Department, The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
7th Annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration 2022
Main Hall Green October 10, 2022 5-7 p.m.
Free and open to the public. All ages welcome.
Many cities and states across the United States have replaced the Columbus Day holiday with the official recognition of Indigenous People’s Day. Lawrence University welcomes the entire Fox Cities community to join us in celebrating and learning about the many contributions of Indigenous people globally through song, dance, food, and local Native American guest speakers/leaders.
Featuring:
-Opening Prayer: Dennis Kenote, Menominee elder
-Singing performance by Appleton Area School District high school students
-Guest Speaker: Ron Corn Sr, Tribal Chairman of the Menominee Nation
-Drumming Dreams guided meditation by Navajo artist and community healer Kristina Nez Begay
-Native American & Hawaiian music, singing, and dancing demonstrations
-Indigenous food provided throughout the event
Rain site: WCC/Somerset
Sponsored by LUNA (Lawrence University Native Americans) AASD (Appleton Area School District) D&IC (LU Diversity & Intercultural Center) S&RL (LU Spiritual & Religious Life), NEH (National Endowment for the Humanities), and ODEI (Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).
We collectively acknowledge that Lawrence University is situated on the ancestral homelands of the Menominee and Ho-Chunk people.
7th Annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration 2022
Main Hall Green October 10, 2022 5-7 p.m.
Free and open to the public. All ages welcome.
Many cities and states across the United States have replaced the Columbus Day holiday with the official recognition of Indigenous People’s Day. Lawrence University welcomes the entire Fox Cities community to join us in celebrating and learning about the many contributions of Indigenous people globally through song, dance, food, and local Native American guest speakers/leaders.
Featuring:
-Opening Prayer: Dennis Kenote, Menominee elder
-Singing performance by Appleton Area School District high school students
-Guest Speaker: Ron Corn Sr, Tribal Chairman of the Menominee Nation
-Drumming Dreams guided meditation by Navajo artist and community healer Kristina Nez Begay
-Native American & Hawaiian music, singing, and dancing demonstrations
-Indigenous food provided throughout the event
Rain site: WCC/Somerset
Sponsored by LUNA (Lawrence University Native Americans) AASD (Appleton Area School District) D&IC (LU Diversity & Intercultural Center) S&RL (LU Spiritual & Religious Life) and NEH (National Endowment for the Humanities)
We collectively acknowledge that Lawrence University is situated on the ancestral homelands of the Menominee and Ho-Chunk people.
Working together across campus, the Affinity Spaces bring together students with shared identities.
Affinity Spaces Mixer
@ the Diversity and Intercultural Center
Tuesday, Sept. 20th 5-7 PM
Come and meet staff and students from the Affinity Spaces-free meal provided.
Welcome Brunch
@ the International House
Wednesday, Sept. 28th 11 AM-1 PM
Join Affinity Spaces staff and students for brunch and try a variety of unique foods!
Spirit Space Plant Giveaway
@ the Center for Spiritual & Religious Life
Thursday, Oct. 6th, 5-7:30 PM
Come join in an open house celebration for the Spirit Space, and leave with a potted plant!
Sponsored by: The Diversity and Intercultural Center, The Gender and Sexuality Diversity Center, Spiritual and Religious Life, and International Student Services at LU.
The Student Food Pantry is open during the summer daily 10 AM-10 PM with ID access. The Pantry is a free resource available to all students who are in immediate need or do not have access to essential items. The Pantry is replenished every week with non-perishable food items, hygiene products, and basic school supplies as they become available.
Location: Memorial Hall-West Entrance, Main Floor
Do you have a food suggestion you’d like to see in the Pantry, questions, or have an interest in donating? Visit the LU Student Food Pantry Website, we’d love to hear from you!
The Pantry is supported through the generosity of community, local businesses, and personal donations of money and supplies, as well as a small budget provided by Lawrence University. We continue to seek partners on and off campus who are willing to support our students.
Staff Contact: jessica.quintana@lawrence.edu
Assistant Director of the Diversity and Intercultural Center
The Diversity & Intercultural Center (D&IC) will be open for the summer! Effective Monday, June 13 summer hours will be 10 AM-10 PM daily with ID access.
Contact: diversitycenter@lawrence.edu
The Student Food Pantry will be open for the summer! Effective Monday, June 13 the Pantry will be open 10 AM-10 PM daily with ID access. The Pantry includes non-perishable food items, hygiene products, and basic school supplies.
Location: Memorial Hall-West entrance, main floor
The Student Food Pantry is available to all students who are in immediate need or do not have access to essential items. Please be conscientious in what you take and how much you take from the space.
Visit the LU Student Food Pantry Website for information on how to help, questions, comments, or suggestions.
The pantry is supported through the generosity of community, local businesses, and personal donations of money and supplies, as well as a small budget provided by Lawrence University. We continue to seek partners on and off campus who are willing to support our students.
Staff Contact: jessica.quintana@lawrence.edu
Assistant Director of the Diversity & Intercultural Center
