WELLU is pleased to offer subsidized full-body therapeutic massage services beginning January 3rd, 2018. Sign up starts January 3rd and continues until all spaces are filled. Appointments are available for 60 minutes, cost $20 and will be held at the YMCA. Massage opportunities are scheduled with the YMCA. Students, staff and faculty may request an appointment by contacting Erin Buenzli at erin.buenzli@lawrence.edu or 920-832-7190. Limit one per term.
Category: Students
Shuttle service following Winter break!
The Office of Student Life is offering one-way coach bus transportation back to campus after Winter Break on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. The cost is $20 – space is limited and seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis – reservations are needed. Please e-mail the Office of Student Life at deanofstudents@lawrence.edu to reserve a seat on the motor coach.
Details:
DATE: Tuesday, January 2, 2018 (the day before Term II classes begin)
DEPARTURE TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
Depart Chicago (O’Hare Tollway Oasis on the Illinois Tollway, Northbound side – 10201 Belle Plaine Ave., Schiller Park): 12 noon
Depart Milwaukee (Target Store, 1501 Miller Parkway, Milwaukee): 2 pm
Arrive Lawrence University at approximately 4:30 pm
Depart Minneapolis/St. Paul (Target SuperStore, 1300 University Avenue W., St. Paul): 12 noon
Depart Wausau (The Store, 2409 N. Mountain Rd., Wausau): 3:00 pm
Arrive Lawrence University at approximately 5 pm
Winter Safety Tips
As the weather begins to shift, please exercise caution and prepare yourself for changing conditions.
WalkSafe Quick Tips:
- Get ready now. Check out UnitedHeartland.com/walksafe for resources on snow and ice removal, proper footwear and housekeeping.
- Know your news. Identify which local TV and radio stations provide the most comprehensive winter weather information.
- Download. Make sure your weather app is up to date if you have a smartphone, or search for a new app with the comprehensive information you are seeking.
- Don’t let ice and snow surprise you. Snow and ice can arrive at any time during the winter season, be prepared.
- Tell others.See a slick spot or potentially hazardous condition? Notify those in your organization who can help eliminate the hazard.
New Hires / Job Changes 11/30
The following colleagues have been hired, rehired or have a new position within the last two weeks. If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence or congratulate them on their new position!
- Vijay Hira, Administrative Assistant – International Student Services (International Student Services)
- Kristen Bischel, Bjorklunden Staff Assistant (Bjorklunden)
Mail Services – Next Week 11/18-22
Office mail pick-up and delivery will take place in the following manner next week due to the holiday and campus closure.
- Monday – regular mail routine
- Tuesday – regular mail routine
- Wednesday – morning mail only, window will be open until 3pm
- Thursday – campus closed
- Friday – campus closed
If you have any questions, please contact Greg Griffin.
Open Movement Jam – This Sunday
This is a music and movement jam! Get over to the Esch Hurvis Studio and shake out all of the week’s tension. Come as you are to renew the frayed edges of your spirit and move smoothly into finals week. Guided by Margaret Paek.
Sunday, November 19th
Esch Hurvis Studio from 5pm-7pm
VolunteerFEST
Lawrence University is an important part of the Appleton community! Come learn about how your talents and interests might be needed at area non-profit organizations by attending VolunteerFEST!
This event is being held Tuesday, November 28, 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Waverly Beach, Menasha. Meet with over 50 different local nonprofit organizations to learn how you can give back. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and learn how to get started as a volunteer with any of these organizations.
The event is free, but please register for tickets: http://volunteerfest2017.eventbrite.com
The Volunteer Center of East Central WI will have a 50/50 raffle, free food, door prizes (including cash prizes and a one-week stay at Christmas Mountain in Wisconsin Dells) and much more.
Contact: Kristin Cates, 920-832-9360 or Kristin.cates@volunteercenter.net
New Hires/Job Changes 11/9
The following colleagues have been hired, rehired or have a new position within the last two weeks. If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence or congratulate them on their new position!
- Andrew Billingsley, Technology Specialist (Technology Services)
- Ashley Trump, Off-Campus Programs Assistant (Off-Campus Programs)
- Michelle Cheney, Assistant Director of Career Services- Internships (Career Services)
- Sarah Dunnagan, Research Associate (Research Administration)
Holiday Trio Challenge
Meditation – Last scheduled session of the term
Meditation – Last scheduled session of the term
Although the Meditation Room at Center for SRL and can be reserved or used for drop-in when there is a need for a quiet space, the last scheduled meditation with Connie Kassor will be on Wednesday, November 15th at 4:30pm. Please look again for the scheduled meditation in the Winter term 2018 which will continue at the same time and day, 4:30pm on Wednesdays during weeks one through ten.
Students staff and faculty are welcome to visit the Center for SRL and the Meditation Room during break times.