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Viking Baseball Golf Classic 23

Reid Municipal Golf Club | 1100 E Fremont St, Appleton, WI
Saturday, September 23

Register today!

Come join us for a day of fun to support the proud tradition of the Lawrence Baseball Program! There will be fun, food, games, and golf! We would love to see you there this year at beautiful Reid Municipal Golf Course to support the Vikings.

If you cannot join us for the fun, we would appreciate any donations that you can contribute. Every little bit helps with the furthering of the program that so many of you were a part of helping to build.

Thank you in advance for your support and hope to see you there!

Schedule

8 a.m. | Registration | Reid Golf Course
9 a.m. | Shotgun Start | Reid Golf Course
4 p.m. | Cookout | Whiting Field

Tournament Info

  • 18 Tournament Holes
  • 2 Groups per Hole
  • 4 Golfers per Group

Campus Construction Updates

  • Sage Hall bathroom remodels are moving along.
  • The new Quad 1 fire system is installed. The bathroom remodel is underway and the new flooring in the common space is being installed.
  • The Banta Bowl Team Complex has the floor slab down and patio pillars installed.
  • New windows are being installed in 738, 741, and 742 E Boldt Way.
  • Small Exec has a new exterior stairwell and concrete repairs.
  • Colman Hall’s upper roof is being replaced after long fought battles with leaks.
  • Several parking lots around Campus received seal coating and re-striping.
  • The tennis courts are resurfaced. Up next – logos!

We’re working hard on all the Campus enhancements! As always, safety first! Do not enter construction areas! Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facilities Operations at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893

Electrical Service Shutdown – July 31

This information was also sent via email from Joseph King on April 11, 2023.

The Lawrence University campus will have its electrical service turned off from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. on Monday, July 31, 2023, to allow for necessary and planned work to our electrical infrastructure.

Please add this date to your calendar as a reminder and be sure to power down all computers on your last day in the office before this scheduled disruption in power to help protect the equipment when power is restored.

Nearly all campus buildings will be impacted by this interruption of service. Exceptions are noted below.

For staff, this interruption occurs on a summer additional time-off day (Mondays in mid-June through July). There should be minimal disruption to campus operations. Employees in impacted buildings will not be able to remote-in to their computers during this interruption.

Essential personnel, including but not limited to staff working in facilities, payroll, campus safety, will be required to perform expected responsibilities. Please check with your immediate supervisor regarding expectations.

The below buildings will NOT be affected by this power interruption:

  • 738 E. Boldt Way
  • 741 E. Boldt Way
  • 742 E. Boldt Way
  • 300 S. Meade St.
  • 813 E. John St.
  • 1025 E. South River St.
  • Alexander Gymnasium
  • Buildings north of Washington Street are on city power and should not be affected.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work toward our mutual goal of building a stronger and more resilient campus for the future.

Joseph King
Assistant Vice President of Facilities Operations

Mile of Music 2023

August 3-6, 2023

Mile of Music 2023 Schedule

Music Education Team Workshop Schedule

Lawrence University is a proud supporter of the Mile of Music Festival! Performances will take place all along College Avenue, including Lawrence Memorial Chapel, Harper Hall, and Main Hall Green.

The Music Education Team, comprised of Lawrence University and Lawrence Community School faculty, alumni, and current students, are also hosting a number of sessions at:

  • Harper Hall lobby
  • Conservatory green
  • Heid Music
  • Fox Cities Performing Arts Center – Thrivent Hall

Be sure to also look out for Sprig of That, a folk music trio consisting of two Lawrence alumni, Isabel Dammann ’17 and Ilan Blanck ’17!

  • Thursday, August 3 | 12:05-12:55 p.m. | Stone Arch Brewpub
  • Thursday, August 3 | 5:50-6:40 p.m. | The 513
  • Friday, August 4 | 12:25-1:15 p.m. | Lawrence Memorial Chapel

View the full schedule of events via the links above!

Silent Bike Auction – August 1, 2023

Tuesday, August 1
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Located at Facility Services
235 E. Water Street

  • No bids accepted after 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 1
  • Winners will be notified by Wednesday, August 2
  • All bikes must be picked up by Thursday, August 3, no later than 3 p.m.
  • Payment due on the day of pick up in exact cash or check made out to Lawrence University.
  • All unclaimed bikes will be awarded to the next highest bidder.
  • All bikes are sold “as is.”

Questions?

Contact Amy Van Schyndel, assistant to the director of facilities operations
amy.vanschyndel@lawrence.edu
920-832-6609

Moving Queries

Open Jam

Friday, July 7 | 7-9 p.m. | Warch Campus Center – Esch Hurvis Dance Studio

Open to folks of all levels of dance and music experience!

Join the participants of the Moving Queries Dance Intensive for an evening of open jamming. This is a space to try things out, practice creating, and practice playing. You decide how you participate.

To start, there will be a brief, facilitated, physical warm-up. You may come and go as you please.

Find more details on Facebook.

Dance Performance

Monday, July 10 | 7 p.m. | Warch Campus Center – Esch Hurvis Dance Studio

Join us for an evening of improvisation in performance with ensembles SetGo, Lower Left, and the participants of the Moving Queries Summer Intensive.

Hosted by Margaret Paek (dance), this event will feature dances composed in the moment with live music from local musicians Ann Ellsworth (horn), Loren Kiyoshi Dempster (music, cello), and Tim Albright (trombone).

Find more details on Facebook.

Advising for Off-Campus Programs

Did you know that you can schedule an appointment with an Off-Campus Programs advisor over the summer?

If you’re interested in possibly studying abroad or on one of our domestic programs in the next year or so, let us know! We’re happy to set up an appointment in person or via Zoom.

Request a meeting with an Off-Campus Programs advisor

Learn more about Off-Campus Programs

Decoda Chamber Music Festival 2023

July 24-August 5

The Decoda Chamber Music Festival brings 28 pre-professional artists from around the world to Lawrence for instruction, collaboration, and a series of public performances. The Decoda Festival will once again collaborate with the Mile of Music Festival!

Concert Schedule

  • Monday, July 24 | Decoda Concert No. 1 | Gibson Music Hall | 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, July 27 | Performance Class with Decoda Artists | Harper Hall | 5:30 p.m.
  • Friday, July 28 | Decoda Concert No. 2 | Memorial Chapel | 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 29 | Young Artist Concert No. 1 | Memorial Chapel | 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, July 30 | Young Artist Concert No. 2 | Memorial Chapel | 1 p.m.

Mile of Music Schedule

  • Thursday, August 3 | Mile of Music Kickoff ft. Decoda | Memorial Chapel | 11 a.m.
  • Friday, August 4 | Hilton Paper Valley Ballroom | 11 a.m.
  • Friday, August 4 | Riverview Gardens | 2 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 5 | AM Performance TBD
  • Saturday, August 5 | Performing Arts Center Stage | 5 p.m.

Free YMCA in July

Exciting News! Try the incredible Y for FREE during the entire month of July at all YMCA of the Fox Cities locations!

We understand the importance of staying active and healthy, having a place you belong, and being part of a supportive fitness community. To try the Y in July, simply visit any YMCA of the Fox Cities locations, mention this offer, and enjoy unlimited access to our fantastic facilities, classes and expert guidance for the entire month of July.

If you decide to sign up, remember students and employees are eligible for a Lawrence discount on all memberships. Sign up at the downtown Y.