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Category: Communications
Campus Conversations Series
Practical Politics: Real Talk, Real Strategies
Wednesday, Jan. 22 | 12-1 p.m.
Warch 226 – Mead Witter
This event features Dr. Timothy Shaffer, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Chair of Civil Discourse and Director of the SNF Ithaca Initiative in the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration at the University of Delaware.
“Practical Politics: Real Talk, Real Strategies” invites students, faculty, and staff to explore the power of dialogue in driving change. Through interactive discussions, gain practical tools for navigating tough conversations, fostering civil discourse, and building strategies to make your voice matter in politics and beyond.
The Campus Conversations series brings together leading constitutional and legal scholars, along with civil discourse experts, to explore critical issues at the intersection of law, governance, and society. It aligns with Lawrence University’s mission by fostering engaged learning, cultivating sound judgment, and promoting respect for diverse perspectives in a transformative liberal arts environment.
Lunch will be available! Please RSVP by Jan. 20.
Practical Politics: Real Talk, Real Strategies
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Faculty & Staff Lunch | Noon | Warch 226 – Mead Witter
Student Dinner | 5:30 p.m. | Warch 325 – Pusey
The Campus Conversations series continues with Dr. Timothy Shaffer, PhD. Dr. Shaffer is the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Chair of Civil Discourse at the University of Delaware, focusing on civic engagement, deliberative democracy, and transformative educational practices globally.
“Practical Politics: Real Talk, Real Strategies” invites students, faculty, and staff to explore the power of dialogue in driving change. Through interactive discussions, you will gain practical tools for navigating tough conversations, fostering civil discourse, and building strategies to make your voice matter in politics and beyond.
All faculty and staff are invited to a lunch event at noon in Mead Witter. All students are invited to a dinner event at 5:30 PM in the Pusey Room. RSVP in advance.
Appleton Christmas Parade
Volunteers Needed!
We are looking for 10 volunteers to walk alongside our float for the Appleton Christmas Parade Tuesday, Nov. 26.
Volunteers should meet outside of Muncheez Pizzeria (600 W College Ave) at 6 p.m. They will collect cans and other non-perishable food items from community members along the parade route. The parade route will run down College Avenue and finish back at campus.
All volunteers will receive a free Lawrence hat!
Questions? Email student.activities@lawrence.edu.
Food Drive
Help us fight hunger this season!
Lawrence University will be partnering with St. Joe’s Food program on a canned food drive during the Appleton Christmas Parade for the second consecutive year!
What to Do:
- Bring canned goods to your favorite parade viewing spot.
- Hand your cans to Lawrence University volunteers coming through right after the Santa Scamper race.
- Enjoy the parade knowing you’ve made a difference.
Interested in volunteering to help collect donations during the parade? Email Garrett Singer, Special Assistant to the President, at garrett.j.singer@lawrence.edu.
Lawrence at Night
Celebrate lifelong learning with Lawrence at Night! Expand your knowledge while connecting with fellow community members in stimulating seminars, workshops, and talks led by distinguished faculty and guest speakers.
All faculty and staff receive 50% off on all Fall 2024 Lawrence at Night seminars and workshops for a limited time only. Please use discount code LUSTAFF50 at checkout. There are 11 amazing options, but spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are signing up for multiple courses, please sign up for one course at a time using the code for each transaction at checkout.
Let us know if you have any questions or any technical issues arise, and we will do our best to assist you.
Alison Scott-Williams
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
alison.scott-williams@lawrence.edu
Garrett Singer
Special Assistant to the President
garrett.j.singer@lawrence.edu
The Bastard’s Review No. 3 Release Party
Friday, Nov. 8 | 6 p.m.
Wriston Gallery
This Friday, Lawrence and Appleton artists join forces in Wriston.
Join Austin Segrest and other local artists for the release of the new issue of The Bastard’s Review (No. 3 “Townie” issue).
Come get the issue and enjoy craft talks by Professor Segrest and two other featured “Townie” artists.
About The Bastard’s Review
The Bastard’s Review is an Appleton literary journal. Not a zine, not institutional, not a mag, not academic…but hopefully something to dogear and read aloud. Enjoy poetry, comics, prose, and visual art in one cool, slim package.
The Bastard’s Review is part of the Crutch of Memory literary endeavor, Only Child.
Campus Conversations: Engaging our Minds, Discussing our Differences
Wednesday, October 23
Warch 325 – Pusey Room
Join us for the next segment of this Campus Conversations series, which features Dr. Amy K. Sanders. This segment titled “Clickbait, Controversy, and Conversation: Media’s Role in Civil Discourse” explores the intersection of media and modern discourse.
In an era driven by clicks and controversy, how do media narratives influence our public conversations? This interactive session will dive into the forces shaping today’s social interactions and offer insights on how to engage more thoughtfully in the digital age.
- 9:30-10:45 a.m. | Faculty & Staff Breakfast
- 12:30 p.m. | Lunch with Students
- 6 p.m. | Discussion & Q&A
Food will be provided. RSVP now using this link!
Coffee with Cabinet
Enjoy coffee and conversation with the members of the President’s Cabinet:
- Christyn Abaray
- Chris Clarke
- Peter Blitstein
- Samir Datta,
- Alison Scott-Williams
- Amy Wilson
This event will be hosted twice a term in the hopes that everyone will have a chance to join. Both will take place in the Pusey Room (Warch 325).
- Tuesday, October 8 | 4-5:30 p.m.
- Friday, November 8 | 9-10:30 a.m.
Lawrence University Voter Guide
Students who are US citizens or have dual citizenship and are 18 years or older are able to vote Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Early Voting
If you are interested in voting early, you can do so at City Hall, located at 100 N Appleton St. (6th Floor) before noon on Friday, Nov. 1. The campus shuttle service is available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (excluding Friday, which will end at 11:30 a.m.) to get to the polls. Please call 920-419-6793 for a ride.
Additionally, Helen Boyd Kramer will be walking students to early voting TODAY, Oct. 31. For anyone who would like to join, please meet in front of the library at 1 p.m. She is also available to accompany students to vote at other times upon request (helen.boyd@lawrence.edu). First-time voters are strongly encouraged to join!
Election Day – Tuesday, Nov. 5
On Election Day, a special shuttle van will run loops 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m., departing from the Wriston Turnaround for District 1 and 11 Polling Places. Please see the list below to find your Polling Place.
Registering to vote in Appleton
If you live in Lawrence University housing, your voting district will depend on your residency.
- Saint Joseph Parish Center – District 11 (Shuttle Provided)
404 W Lawrence St- Brokaw: 115 S Drew St
- Colman: 212 S Durkee St
- Hiett 403 E College Ave
- Kohler: 718 E Alton St
- Ormsby: 401 E College Ave
- Plantz: 600 E College Ave
- Sage: 723 E Boldt Way
- Trever: 815 E South St
- Quads:
- 206 S Lawe St
- 281 S Lawe St
- 711 E Alton St
- 733 E Alton St
- 712 E Boldt Way
- First United Methodist Church – District 1 (Shuttle Provided)
325 E Franklin St- Fox Commons: 100 W College Ave
- Memorial Presbyterian Church – District 4
803 E College Ave- Big Exec: 300 S Meade St
- Small Exec: 813 E John St
- Quads (Co-op): 203 N Union St
- The address of your residential building with your room number should be listed on all voter forms as your residential address.
- Your SPC# @ 711 E. Boldt Way must be listed as the mailing address on your voter registration application.
You must also have a valid Student Voter ID. This ID, plus the LU Certified Housing List, can serve as your Proof of Residence.
If you do not live in Lawrence University housing, you can use a current Wisconsin Driver’s License or ID Card with your Appleton address listed. This can be used as Proof of Residence.
If you do not live in Lawrence University housing and do not have a current Wisconsin Driver’s License or ID Card with your Appleton address listed, see more info about Proof of Residence Documents below.
Student Voter ID
A valid student voter ID must have:
- Name
- Photo
- Issue date
- Expiration Date (must be within 2 years of the date of issuance)
- Student signature
To obtain your Student Voter ID, visit the Center of Community Engagement & Social Change page on the LU website, where you can print your ID card.
Proof of Residence Documents
All Proof of Residence Documents must have your full name and current address listed. This document is required when registering to vote.
Common POR documents for LU students include:
- Student ID + Housing List
- WI Driver’s License
- Utility Bill
- Residential Lease
See additional POR options at myvote.wi.gov.
Submitting Your Voter Registration
There are four ways to submit your voter registration.
- Online
You must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or Identification Card to complete your registration online. Visit myvote.wi.gov by Oct. 16 to register. - By mail
Fill out the Wisconsin Voter Registration Application (EL-I3I – found at myvote.wi.gov). Mail this and a copy of your Proof of Residence document to the City Clerk’s Office. All mailed Voter Registrations must be postmarked by Oct. 16. - Clerk’s Office
Bring your Proof of Residence to the City Clerk’s Office to register until Nov. 1. The Clerk’s Office is located at 100 N. Appleton St. on the 6th floor. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - Polling Place on Election Day
Bring your Proof of Residence to your Polling Place on Election Day on Nov. 5. Polling Places will be open 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Voting Information
All voters must present a valid Photo ID in order to receive a ballot. Common Photo IDs for LU students include:
- Student Voter ID (see above)
- WI Driver’s License/ID Card
- US Passport
Voting Options
- Absentee by mail
To vote absentee by mail, you must already be registered to vote. You can request an absentee ballot be mailed to you at myvote.wi.gov. You will need to provide your mailing address (SPC) and a Photo ID. - In-person absentee
In-person absentee voting will take place at the dates and times below at City Hall (100 N. Appleton St. 6th floor). You may register to vote and absentee vote during these times.
> Oct. 22-23 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
> Oct. 24 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
> Oct. 25 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
> Oct. 28 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
> Oct. 29 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
> Oct. 30 | 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
> Oct. 31 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
> Nov. 1 | 8 a.m.-Noon - On Election Day
Visit your polling place on Nov. 5 between the hours of 7 a.m.-8 p.m. You may register to vote and cast your ballot at this time.
Additional Resources
Important Dates
- Oct. 16 | Online/Mail voter registration deadline
- Oct. 22 | Early voting begins in Wisconsin
- Nov. 1-3 | Early voting ends
- Nov. 5 | Election Day
Helpful Links
Women’s Self Defense Class
The Office of SEAL and Campus Safety are looking to hold a pilot Women’s Self Defense Class for staff and faculty as we prepare to bring the class onto campus for our students. This class with be 2 hours long and take place on Wednesday, July 31 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Wellness Center Multipurpose Room.
If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form here if you are planning to attend. You do not need to RSVP to participate but we would like a general idea of the number of attendees to expect.