Come cheer on your Vikings at their home events this week!
Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Main Hall 201
Most people have heard of the Trail of Tears that five Native Nations suffered during the 1800s, but very few know that similar events dramatically altered life for Native People here in Wisconsin. This presentation will discuss the numerous forced removals that the Ho-Chunk People endured from 1832 to 1865 and the Indian Boarding School period that followed. Dr. Lewis will share oral histories from Ho-Chunk Elders about the removals, the boarding schools, and the long-lasting effects they caused. Attendees are encouraged to practice self-care during the presentation as the topics and stories will be challenging.
Dr. Marcus Lewis (he/him/his) is a proud citizen of the Ho-Chunk Nation and a Black cisgender male who has made significant strides as a higher education leader, educator, and advocate. With a deep commitment to promoting educational access and opportunities for underrepresented populations, Dr. Lewis has dedicated his career to fostering inclusive excellence.
As a sought-after keynote speaker and presenter, he shares his expertise with educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and the business sector. His unique blend of scholarly insight and practical experience allows him to tackle challenging topics with clarity and approachability, engaging audiences from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Lewis continues to inspire change and empower individuals through his passionate advocacy for equity in education for learners of all backgrounds and abilities.
This event is sponsored by the Ethnic Studies and History Departments and the Lawrence University Native Alliance (LUNA).
Monday, Oct. 28
Talk | 3:10-4:20 p.m. | Wriston Auditorium
Q&A | 7-8 p.m.| Fox Commons Business & Entrepreneurship Center
Sunil Chandran, CSO of Impossible Foods will be giving a talk titled “Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing: The Future of Sustainable Consumption,” followed by a Q&A in the Fox Commons B&E Center.
Consumers today have multiple options when it comes to their daily lifestyle choices. While cost, convenience, and quality are usually the primary drivers of consumer purchase, sustainability is usually an afterthought. However, recent advances in synthetic biology and biomanufacturing allow for the sustainable production of consumer goods without forcing the consumers to compromise on their own priorities. There are numerous instances of biomanufacturing being successfully deployed in various markets, including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and energy, to name a few. In this seminar, we will cover biological solutions that have been successfully deployed to manufacturing consumer products, challenges that still prevent biotechnology from being adopted more widely, and the technical solutions that are being pursued to address these challenges.
Sunday, Nov. 3 | 1-5 p.m.
Memorial Chapel
Lawrence music students will audition for a place in performing in a Lawrence University Symphony Orchestra concert later in the year. The public is invited to watch the auditions.
Friday, Nov. 1 | 8-9 p.m.
Memorial Chapel
Celebrate the Conservatory of Music’s 150th year with a special concert featuring nine world premieres, including performances by the LU Trombone Ensemble and LU Flute Ensemble.
This event is free and open to the public!
Thursday, Oct. 31 | 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 1 | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Stansbury Theatre
Based on Studs Terkel’s 1974 examination of the working condition and private dreams of 26 “average” Americans, Working celebrates the range and diversity of our working lives. With songs by a variety of composers including Stephen Schwartz, Mary Rogers, James Taylor, Susan Birkenhead, and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
• Adults – $15
• Seniors – $10
• Lawrence students with valid LU ID – FREE (available only in person at the Box Office)
Purchase your tickets:
• In-person! The Box Office is open 1-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and one hour prior to performances. The Box Office accepts cash, check, or credit card ($1 credit card fee).
• Online! Visit lawrence.edu to make your purchase (+$4 handling fee).
• Over the phone! Call the Box Office at 920-832-6749 (+$4 handling fee).
Monday, Oct. 28 | 8-10 p.m.
Harper Hall
Founded in 2011, Grupo Bella, a versatile ensemble from Los Angeles, showcases exceptional musicianship and a broad repertoire. Rooted in Mariachi tradition, they embrace diverse styles from various Latin American and American cultures. Committed to outreach, they conduct workshops on folk music’s history and cultural importance across Mexico and Latin America, aiming to preserve traditions and inspire future generations. Led by founder Vanessa Ramirez, an acclaimed singer, Grammy Award-winning vocalist, and Grammy-nominated composer, Grupo Bella embodies a fusion of tradition and innovation, fostering cultural appreciation and musical evolution.
General admission tickets are:
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Associate Professor of Physics, Megan Pickett, will be the Lawrence University guest faculty member at the London Centre in 2025-2026. Her classes, The Whirligig of Time and Nature’s Infinite Book will be offered in Fall Term 2025 to any interested students. There are no prerequisites for these classes, and The Whirligig of Time will satisfy the Natural Science lab GER.
To learn more about Professor Pickett’s classes, go to our London Centre Academics & Courses page. There you will find course descriptions as well as a brief interview with Professor Pickett about her upcoming term at the London Centre and what her courses will entail.
Applications for the 2025-2026 London Centre programs are now open and available on our Off-Campus Programs Application Portal. Applications will be due February 26, 2025.
For more information on study abroad or domestic study away, go to the Off-Campus Programs page.
Stop by the SEAL Office (4th floor of Warch Campus Center, open 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) each day of Spirit Week dressed for the theme of the day to receive points for your class!
Monday, Oct 28 | 11-2 p.m.
Warch Campus Center (Outside the Cafe)
Tuesday, Oct. 29 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Wellness Center Pool
Grab some friends or create a boat for your student org! Boats can only be constructed from cardboard and duck tape and will be raced across the pool! Prizes for the top times! There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Fill out this form to sign up your team!
Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Warch 324 – Somerset Room
Want to show off your skills and talents? Compete for the chance to win big prizes and be crowned the Lawrence homecoming talent show champion.
Thursday, Oct. 31 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Various campus locations
Take a break from the day and grab some candy from participating departments! Check your email during Homecoming Week for a full map of the departments involved.
Thursday, Oct. 31 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Warch 324 – Somerset Room
Friday, Nov. 1 | 8 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 3 | 3 p.m.
Warch Cinema
Friday, Nov. 1 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wriston Art Galleries
Friday, Nov. 1 | 2 – 3 p.m.
Chapman Hall – Admissions Lobby
Friday, Nov. 1 | 3 – 5 p.m.
Seeley G. Mudd Library, Archives
Friday, Nov. 1 | 4 – 6 p.m.
Fox Commons, Level Two (10 East College Avenue)
Join faculty in Business & Entrepreneurship for an opportunity to experience one of the newest spaces on campus. This co-curricular space will serve as an interactive hub for collaboration among students, faculty, and business leaders.
Friday, Nov. 1 | 6 – 9 p.m.
Warch Campus Center, Somerset & Pusey Rooms
*The 2024 inductees are the Men’s basketball teams from 2003-2004, 2004-2005 and 2005-2006.
Friday, Nov. 1 | 7:30 p.m.
Stansbury Theatre, Music-Drama Center
Friday, Nov. 1 | 8 p.m.
Lawrence Memorial Chapel
This concert, which highlights the Conservatory’s forward-looking approach, will premiere nine new works. Isaac Mayhew (LU ’17) is the Interim Executive Director of the Millennium Composers Initiative, a consortium of composers, and has facilitated the collaboration. The event will feature faculty members Erin Lesser (flute), Tim Albright (trombone), and Michael Clayville (director of the New Music Ensemble).
Friday, Nov. 1 | 8 – 9:45 p.m.
Warch Camus Center, Cinema
Friday, Nov. 1 | 9 p.m.-midnight
Warch 226 – Mead Witter
With music brought to you by DJ Marcus
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Warch Campus Center – Esch Hurvis Room
Families, supporters, and their students are invited to join President Carter and her Cabinet for this special breakfast. Get to know our campus leadership while indulging in a hot breakfast buffet from American Dining Creations. Lawrence gear or Blue & White is the preferred attire. Registration required.
Register
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
3rd Floor Warch
There will be face painting, temporary tattoos, and free giveaways to prepare for the upcoming game!
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 10:30 a.m.
Alex Gym
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Warch Campus Center, Cinema
All are welcome to attend.
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 11 a.m.
Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center – Boldt Natatorium
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 11 a.m. Start
Reid Golf Course, Appleton
Shuttle from Campus.
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 11 a.m.
Banta Bowl
Saturday, Nov. 2 | Noon – 4 p.m.
Wriston Art Galleries
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 1:30 p.m.
Banta Bowl
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 2:30 p.m.
Stansbury Theatre, Music-Drama Center
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 3-5 p.m.
Banta Bowl
Experience the Fan Zone at the football tailgate, featuring food trucks, lawn games, music, and more!
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 5:00 p.m.
Banta Bowl
*The 2024 Lawrence Intercollegiate Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will occur during halftime.
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 7:30 p.m.
Stansbury Theatre, Music-Drama Center
Saturday, Nov. 2 | 8-9:30 p.m.
Gilboy Fire Ring (SLUG Garden)
End your Homecoming festivities with a cozy bonfire, complete with s’mores and snacks! Come relax and celebrate together.
Sunday, Nov. 2 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center
