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Project Updates from Facilities

Current projects:

  • Mudd Library: Work currently happening and will be ongoing

Future projects:

  • 310 E Water St: Roof replacement starting November 4
  • Fox Commons: Water transfer to 3rd floor, brief water disruption expected Nov. 4-5
  • Fox Commons: Bedroom lighting swap Nov. 4-8
  • Library/Main Hall area: Cabling will be pulled via manholes Nov. 6-7
  • Sampson House: Front porch will be replaced starting November 6
  • Mursell House: roof replacement late November TBD
  • Music Drama: exterior retaining wall completion fall TBD
  • Harper Hall: upgrades over winter break TBD
  • Chapel Façade: renovation to begin summer 2025 TBD
  • Ormsby Hall: window replacement summer 2025 TBD

Watch for updates weekly; TBD dates will be filled in as learned. Please note, dates are subject to change due to weather or supply chain issues.  Please be safe when in these areas!

Trick-or-treating today, Oct. 31!

Lawrentians! Grab your costume (or just your candy bag) and join us this Halloween, Thursday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (unless otherwise noted below) for a spooktacular day of on-campus trick-or-treating! We’ve got treats waiting for you at the locations listed below, with each one offering a sweet surprise to help you get into the Halloween spirit.

Whether you’re in between classes or just want to take a candy break, come and visit any of the following locations:

  • 1025 E South River St
    • Office #102 (Advancement – Special Events)
    • Front Desk (Advancement) – 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Briggs 130: In front of office #134 (Psychology)
  • Chapman Hall
    • 1st Floor: Front Desk (Admissions) – 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
    • 2nd Floor: Near Teakwood Room (Financial Aid, Registrar, and Student Accounts)
    • 2nd Floor: Career Center (Career Services)
  • International House: 2nd Floor
  • Memorial Hall
    • Room #106 (First Year Dean) – 12-1:30 p.m.
    • Diversity & Inclusion Center – 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Mursell House: First Floor Lounge (Musicology, Gamelan)
  • Raymond House: Front Desk (Student Life)
  • Seeley Library
    • 1st Floor: Reference Desk
    • 2nd Floor: Center for Academic Success
    • 2nd Floor: Room 201 (Technology Services)
  • Steitz 131 (Computer Science)
  • Warch Campus Center
    • 2nd Floor: Mailroom Window
    • 3rd Floor: Information Desk
    • 4th Floor: SEAL
  • Wellness Center: 2nd Floor Front Desk – 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Wriston Art Center: Upper Lobby Window

Dress up, grab your friends, and let’s make this a Halloween to remember. We can’t wait to see your costumes and give out some treats. 🎉 See you there!

Home Athletics: Oct. 28-Nov. 3

Come cheer on your Vikings at their home events this week!

Saturday, Nov. 2

  • Swimming & Diving vs Intrasquad and Alumni Meet
    11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Boldt Natatorium
  • Cross Country MWC Championships
    11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Reid Golf Course
  • Men’s Soccer vs Grinnell – Senior Day
    11 a.m. | Banta Bowl
  • Women’s Soccer vs Grinnell
    1:30 p.m. | Banta Bowl
  • Football vs University of Chicago – Homecoming/Fall of Fame Game
    5 p.m. | Banta Bowl

Ho-Chunk Survivance: Our Forced Removals and the Boarding School Era

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).

Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing: The Future of Sustainable Consumption

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.

LU Theatre Arts presents “Working”

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.

  • Stage Director: Timothy X. Troy
  • Music Director: Phillip Swan
  • Choreographer: Mauriah Donegan Kraker

Tickets

• 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).

Performing Arts Series: Grupo Bella

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.

Tickets

General admission tickets are:

  • $15 – Adult
  • $10 – Senior
  • FREE for Lawrence faculty, staff, and students with a valid university ID (available only in-person at the Box Office)
Purchase tickets

Project Updates from Facilities

Current projects

  • Mudd Library: Work will continue sporadically into the winter.

Future projects

  • Sampson House: The front porch will be replaced starting Nov. 4.
  • 310 E Water St: The roof will be replaced starting Nov. 4.
  • Mursell House: The roof will be replaced starting mid-November.
  • Harper Hall: Upgrades will be made over winter break.
  • Chapel Façade: Renovations will begin summer 2025.
  • Music-Drama: The exterior retaining all completion is TBD.

Watch for updates weekly; TBD dates will be filled in as learned. Please be safe when in these areas!