Human Resources

The PCDA Retention sub-committee is excited to announce the implementation of four new employee resource groups. The goal is for those who identify with a particular group to come together to engage with each other and discuss where they would like to see support.  A brief description of each group and first meeting times are below. You are welcome to join one or more groups that you identify with.

Emerging Professionals Resource Group

The emerging professionals resource group will provide a support network for new/emerging professionals. The group will create a positive working environment that values the unique skills and challenges of those starting a career in higher education. The group will identify areas for development and ask other leaders to share experiences working in higher education. Please contact Najma Osman or Thelma Jimenez-Anglada for more information. This resource group will be holding an info session/forum on April 12^th at 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Kraemer Room, WCC.

Pride Resource Group

The pride resource group will become a network for faculty and staff who identify as LGBTQA+ and faculty and staff with family who identify as such. This group will provide a space to network, socialize, and discuss ideas and resources with others who identify in a similar way. Please contact Dakota Williams, Helen Boyd Kramer or Connie Kassorfor more information. The resource group will be holding an info session/forum on April 4^th 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Esch Hurvis Room.”​

Employees of Color Resource Group

The employees of color resource group will become a network for faculty and staff who identify as an employee of color. This group will provide a space to network, socialize, and discuss ideas and resources with others who identify in a similar way. Please contact Christyn Abaray, Carla Daughtry, or Linda Morgan-Clement for more information. The resource group will be holding an info session/forum on April 11^th at 8-9 am and 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Meade Witter Room, WCC.

International Employees Resource Group

The international employees resource group will become a network for faculty and staff who identify as an international employee. This group will provide informal networking amongst international employees, with opportunities to discuss current support systems at LU, needs for future support, and the vision for this resource group’s activity. Anyone with questions or interest in a leadership role within this group can contact Andrew McSorley. The resource group will be holding an info session/forum on April 12^th at 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the International House.

Individual Retirement Learning – Appointments Available

We have a limited number of individual appointments available on Tuesday, April 4^th for Lawrence employees to meet with John Conway, Advanced Capital Group Representative.  John is available to provide consultation regarding our 403(b), information on the investment options, and answer questions you may have.  Individual appointments will be held at the Warch Campus Center in the Cinema.

John is not able to provide assistance with consolidations.  If you are interested in consolidations, please review the Learning Opportunities email dated March 21, 2017.

To schedule your appointment:

Appointments will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.  Please send, in order, your desired appointment times to Tina Harrig at tina.l.harrig@lawrence.edu by 3:00 PM on Monday, April 3^rd.

Available Appointments:

• 8:00 AM
• 8:30 AM
• 9:00 AM
• 9:30 AM
• 10:45 AM

Thank you!

Here’s a great opportunity to complete TSA Pre✔ right here at the Appleton Airport. The appointments only take 10 minutes if you sign up in advance.

APPLETON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO HOST TSA Pre✔® ENROLLMENT EVENT MAY 1-5

TSA Pre✔® is an expedited screening program that enables enrolled travelers to enjoy a more efficient screening experience when traveling.
TSA Pre✔® members do not need to remove shoes, 3-1-1 liquids, laptops, light outerwear or belts when using a TSA Pre✔® lane.

Travelers are encouraged to sign up for a 10-minute appointment, but walk-in appointments are also available.
After completing the online application, travelers will need to bring proof of identity and U.S. citizen documentation to the appointment.
Proof of identity and U.S. citizen documentation is either:
a) U.S. Passport
b) OR  a birth certificate and a driver license

Free parking will be available in the short-term lot for those participating in the screening.
Applicants do not need to be a ticketed passenger to participate in the program.
The screening will take place before security in the airport conference room across from the restaurant.

TSA Pre✔® certification is $85 and is valid for five years.
The fee can be paid by credit card, money order, company check or certified/cashier’s check.

Click here for more information.

Thank you so much to both our presenters and our attendees for participating in the first three series of Learning at Lawrence!

We are excited to provide you with the details regarding our upcoming sessions. We are also excited to share with you that Learning at Lawrence has its own web-page where you can find a calendar of upcoming session details, in addition to live videos from previous sessions.

Please visit our new webpage here.

Please mark your calendars for the following sessions, and watch LU Insider for additional learning opportunities!

TODAY – Session Three: Understanding Financial Aid, presented by Sara Holman, director of financial aid

Thursday, March 23
11:10–11:50 a.m. OR 1:10–1:50 p.m.
Warch, Esch Hurvis Room 225

This session will provide an overview of the financial aid process, including Lawrence University’s three dependent tuition benefit programs: Lawrence University Tuition Remission, ACM Tuition Remission and National Tuition  Exchange. In addition to highlighting the specifics of each program, Sara will explain how they fit into the admissions and financial aid process, as well as when and how to apply for each program.

Session Four – “Data, Data, Everywhere”

Presented by Kristin McKinley, Director of Research Administration

Friday, April 7

11:10am – 11:50am OR 1:10pm – 1:50pm, Esch Hurvis Room

This session will provide an overview of the Office of Research Administration, which compiles a wide variety of institutional data and information about Lawrence University. Kristin will demonstrate how you can find answers to common questions on your own by accessing readily available resources. This session is suitable for any Lawrence employee; those who request data from our office are highly encouraged to attend. 

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Look for more details on session five and six to wrap up the academic year!

Session Five (May) – Campaign

Presented by Kristen Mekemson, Assistant Vice President of Development

Session Six (June) – The History of Lawrence

Presented by Erin Dix, University Archivist and Assistant Professor

Announcing changes to the HR team!

Each campus department will continue to have a primary partner on the HR team who will provide direct support for position recruiting, employee relations, employee training, employee development, employee leaves, employee injuries, and employee benefit questions. Below is a list of each department HR partner.

We hope the chart simplifies the ‘who do I ask’ questions that arise. As always, any colleague in HR can assist with urgent matters.If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to me. Thank you!

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!