Thursday, Feb. 13 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Diversity & Intercultural Center
Join us for Dr. Tameka Ellington’s presentation and discussion of her book Black Hair in a White World. Dr. Ellington is dedicated to empowering self-confidence and breaking down cultural barriers in both personal and professional settings. She has experience in the fashion industry as well as serving as a fashion/design educator and directing diversity initiatives. The presentation is open to all students, staff, and faculty.
Saturday, Feb. 8 | 5:30-8 p.m.
Warch 324 – Somerset Room
Lawrence International will be hosting our annual World Food Tasting Event in which we collaborate with other cultural organizations where we provide food from various parts of the world to Lawrence students to try.
Wednesday-Friday, Feb. 5-7 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Diversity & Intercultural Center
Sponsored by Black Student Union
Come get your hair done by local stylists, completely free!
Sign up for a slot in advance for either hair styling or a haircut.
Saturday, Jan. 25 | 6:30 p.m.
Warch Campus Center
All are invited to the 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration! The festivities will begin with cultural presentations and performances in Esch Hurvis, followed by a cultural expo and dinner in Somerset.
We would be delighted if you would join us in celebrating the New Year with our student organizations:
We are hosting a Safety Planning Workshop geared toward 2SLGBTQIA+ students that is open to all students. We will meet Thursday, Jan. 16 from 4-6 p.m. in the Diversity & Intercultural Center.
Our friends at Diverse + Resilient will be sharing their wisdom on how marginalized people can live with safety in mind. The presentation will help you understand what safety Planning is and what strategies you can use to recognize and prepare for difficult or dangerous situations. You will also be able to work through some practice scenarios to use the tools you learned.
Safety Planning is important for all of us in marginalized communities, especially at a time when those who don’t believe in our rights are empowered.
If you plan on attending this event, please RSVP via the link below.
The Blu’s Food Pantry Winter Term Request Form is now open for pantry orders to be placed! The pantry provides food, hygiene products, and basic school supplies for students with need. Students can submit one order per week using this Microsoft Form.
If you are interested in donating to Blu’s Food Pantry, please place non-perishable donations in the boxes located around campus. Boxes are located in Warch, Memorial, Steitz, and the Con lobby. If you have any questions or notice a donation box needs to be emptied, please contact diversitycenter@lawrence.edu.
Thursday, Jan. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Tacos will be served at 6:15 p.m.
Warch 226 – Mead Witter Room
The President’s Committee on Diversity Affairs (PCDA) invites students, faculty, and staff to join us for “United in Chaos: Everyday Encounters.”
Please RSVP to attend before Jan. 13!
The “Everyday Encounters” series seeks to provide a safe and respectful environment for open dialogue about some of the most pressing and divisive issues in today’s society, including election outcomes and political polarization. This series aims to equip participants with the tools needed to navigate these topics thoughtfully, helping them engage with empathy, reflect on their own role in fostering inclusive conversations, and explore the complexities that underpin democracy and social justice.
Join us in creating a space for connection and mutual understanding. We look forward to engaging with you and sharing more resources in the coming days. If you have any questions, please contact IDEAS@lawrence.edu
Saturday, January 11 | 6-10 p.m.
Memorial 113 – Diversity Center
Celebrate Hanukkah with LU Hillel with food, rituals, and community.
Monday, January 20 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Lawrence Memorial Chapel
Lawrence University is excited to host the 34th Fox Cities Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.
Hear from:
With musical performances from:
Thank you to our sponsors!
About Dr. Burden-Stelly
Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly is a Black studies scholar and author focused on political theory, political economy, intellectual history, and political and historical sociology. She has given multiple talks regarding the life and legacy of MLK, including at Penn State University, Georgetown, and Western Carolina University.
