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A Campus Conversation

“Engaging our Minds, Discussing our Differences”

Join us for a unique opportunity on Saturday, September 21, to engage with one of the nation’s foremost legal minds, Akhil Reed Amar, Sterling Professor of Law, and Political Science at Yale University.

As the inaugural speaker in Lawrence University’s Campus Conversations series, “Engaging our Minds, Discussing our Differences,” Professor Amar will offer critical insights into today’s most pressing constitutional questions.

This dynamic series brings together top Constitutional and Legal Scholars and Civil Discourse experts. Discover how law, governance, and society intersect in ways that challenge and inspire, while reflecting Lawrence University’s commitment to intellectual engagement and the celebration of diverse perspectives.

Details

All events will be held in Warch 325 – Pusey Room.

10:30 a.m. | Faculty & Staff Breakfast
This is open to all Lawrence faculty and staff members.

1 p.m. | Lunch with Students
This is open to all students.

4 p.m. | Interview
A discussion moderated by Provost Peter Blitstein. This is open to the entire LU community.

All attendees will have the opportunity to receive a copy of Professor Amar’s newest book The Words That Made Us. Professor Amar will be available to sign after each event. Make sure to RSVP and let us know which events you will be attending!

Don’t miss these exciting events—where great minds meet for meaningful dialogue!

Fall Term Activities

Fitness Classes

Mondays

  • TRX | 12-12:45 p.m. | Wellness Ctr 221 – Multipurpose Room

Tuesdays

  • Yoga | 11:15 a.m.-Noon | Warch 224 – Esch Hurvis Studio
  • Basketball | 12-1 p.m. | Wellness Ctr Gym
  • Cycling | 4:30-5:15 p.m. | Cycling Loft – Wellness Ctr

Wednesdays

  • TRX | 12-12:45 p.m. | Wellness Ctr 211 – Multipurpose Room
  • Yoga | 5-5:45 p.m. | Warch 324 – Somerset Room
  • Taijutsu | 7-9 p.m. | Wellness Ctr 211 – Multipurpose Room

Thursdays

  • Yoga | 11:15 a.m.-Noon | Warch 224 – Esch Hurvis Studio
  • Basketball | 12-1 p.m. | Wellness Ctr Gym
  • Cycling | 4:30-5:15 p.m. | Cycling Loft – Wellness Ctr

Fridays

  • TRX | 12-12:45 p.m. | Wellness Ctr 211 – Multipurpose Room
  • Cycling | 4:30-5:15 p.m. | Cycling Loft – Wellness Ctr

Sundays

  • Yoga | 11-11:45 a.m. | Warch 224 – Esch Hurvis Studio
  • Taijutsu | 6-8 p.m. | Wellness Ctr 211 – Multipurpose Room

Intramurals Fall 2024

Sign up for Intramurals as a team or as an individual!

  • Sundays | 5v5 Basketball
    8-10 p.m.
  • Mondays | 6v6 Volleyball
    7:30-10 p.m.
  • Tuesdays | 2v2 Badminton
    7-9 p.m.
  • Wednesdays | 6v6 Soccer
    7-11 p.m.
  • Thursdays | 2v2 Pickleball
    7:30-10 p.m.

All Intramural competitions will take place in the Wellness Center gym. Learn more about Intramurals on the Lawrence website.

Home Athletics: Sept. 16-22

Come and cheer on your Vikings!

Women’s Soccer vs Loras
Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 6 p.m.
Banta Bowl

Volleyball vs UW-Stout
Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 7 p.m.
Alex Gym

Men’s Soccer vs UW-Stevens Point
Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 7 p.m.
Banta Bowl

Volleyball vs Mount Mary
Friday, Sept. 20 | 3 p.m.
Alex Gym

Volleyball vs Rockford
Friday, Sept. 20 | 7 p.m.
Alex Gym

Women’s Tennis vs UW-Stout
Saturday, Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.
Lawrence Courts

Women’s Tennis vs University of Dubuque
Saturday, Sept. 21 | 3 p.m.
Lawrence Courts

Important Updates from Facilities Updates

Music-Drama – Please note that work will be taking place in level one and along the north side exterior from September 10-20 as we perform necessary pipe repairs.

Steitz Hall – Power washing will be happening on the north side from September 27-29. There may be spray from this work, so please avoid this sidewalk during the work, if possible.

As always, safety first! Please be aware of your surroundings while in these areas!

Grants Team Updates

Alex Baldschun joins the Grants Team

The Department of Corporate, Foundation, and Sponsored Research Support (the grants team), is delighted to announce that we are welcoming our newest grants officer, Alex Baldschun! Alex started his Lawrence career in 2018 at Björklunden as the Assistant Director, joining the Advancement team in 2020 as part of Development Operations and then Prospect Research. He has a strong background in the humanities and as a writer – he graduated from Ripon College with a degree in religion, classics, and history, and earned a master of arts in religious studies from the University of Chicago. He and his wife live in Green Bay.

Got Grant Ideas?

We invite you to work with us on your proposal ideas for external grant funding! We are here to help turn your ideas for new initiatives, research, artistry, and community projects into fundable grant proposals. We can help you identify potential donors, interpret proposal guidelines, develop your application narrative, create a budget, advise on grantsmanship, and assist with submission. We are happy to meet with members of the faculty and staff at any stage of a project’s development, but please note that you must submit an Intent to Seek External Funding Format least 30 days before corporate and foundation deadlines and at least 60 days before government deadlines.

We look forward to working with you!

  • Anna Beno
  • Alex Baldschun
  • Amy Kester

AI and Higher Ed

Tuesday, September 17 | 8:30-10 a.m.
Zoom

How will AI transform higher education? This isn’t just a question for the future—the changes have already begun. Join this session to hear an EAB AI expert discuss what higher ed stakeholders need to understand about this disruptive force. From reshaping curricula to hyper-personalizing student support services, AI’s footprint in higher ed is growing fast. EAB will share their latest research on AI, including:

  • Why ChatGPT and other generative AI tools mark a new era in AI capabilities
  • The biggest opportunities AI presents for higher education
  • How leaders across the cabinet are considering the potential risks and rewards of AI

Latine & Hispanic Heritage 5K Run & Walk

Friday, September 13 | 5:30 p.m.
Kaleidoscope Academy | 318 E Brewster St, Appleton, WI 54911

Lawrence University is proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual Latine & Hispanic Heritage 5K Run & Walk! This event is free and open to the entire community.

Registration is limited to the first 350 participants!

Register for the run

Timeline

  • 4:30 p.m. | Check-in opens
  • 5:30 p.m. | 5K begins
  • 6 p.m. | Music from DJ Henry Garza, food trucks onsite until 7 p.m.

Home Athletics: Sept. 9-15

Come and cheer on your Vikings!

Volleyball vs Alverno
Wednesday, September 11 | 7 p.m.
Alex Gym

Women’s Tennis vs Ripon
Saturday, September 14 | 11 a.m.
Lawrence Courts

Football vs Cornell
Saturday, September 14 | 1 p.m.
The Banta Bowl

Women’s Soccer vs Macalester
Saturday, September 14 | 5:30 p.m.
The Banta Bowl

Men’s Soccer vs Lakeland
Play for the Cure Game
Saturday, September 14 | 7:30 p.m.
The Banta Bowl

Women’s Tennis vs Lake Forest
Sunday, September 15 | 2 p.m.
Lawrence Courts