You’ve seen them on campus, get your today! We now have the LU Yeti water bottle available for staff and faculty to purchase.
To order, send the completed order form below to humanresources@lawrence.edu or via campus mail.
Next week, February 12-18, 2024, begins our annual It’s on Us Week. We ask that all Lawrentians wear teal and/or a teal ribbon in support of the cause on Tuesday February 13, 2024. Please take a moment to acquaint yourself with additional ways to participate and remember, it’s on us to stand up to sexual misconduct.
It’s on Us Week is a call to action for all Lawrentians to act as active bystanders and stop problematic behaviors. It’s on us to stop sexual violence! It’s on Us is a national movement and honored by several institutions at different points in the year. We focus on healthy relationships, everyday consent, respect active bystander training, and of course hope to inspire all Lawrentians to reflect on their role in creating a caring and safe community!
The week draws on a huge number of campus partners or collaboration and support. If you would like to become involved, please contact the SHARE committee and/or attend a SAHRE meeting. We are incredibly thankful for the efforts of each of our partners in working to raise awareness and inspire the call to action for all to practice as active bystanders!
If you cannot attend the Monday evening event but would like to host a group bystander intervention training, please contact Erin Buenzli, buenzlie@lawrence.edu. Below is a quick summary to get you stared as active bystanders on campus, information pulled from RAINN.
We want to Hear Your Voice
As always, we want to hear about your thoughts and continue to create a more salient and educational experience. If you attend any of the events below or want to offer some feedback, please complete the link to our evaluation page: https://forms.office.com/r/7sGbDqxYm1.
If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence!
New Hires
Matthew Wolfgram – Campus Safety Officer
Allison Hinze – Warch Campus Center Service Manager
Abiba Jefari – Custodian
Amy Wilson – Principal Gift Officer
Jeff Miller – Director of Campus Safety
Sarah Colby – Bon Appetit – Executive Chef
Magdalena Coolman – Bon Appetit
John Jackson – Bon Appetit
Rehires
Nathan Ferguson – Diversity & Intercultural Center Fellow
During the Fall term, we asked the Lawrence students to submit original t-shirt designs as part of a campus wide project. The submissions were reviewed, and a winner was selected.
Izzy Puello, Studio Art and Museum Focus major, provided the winning design. Their drawing was paired with the athletics logo, and a TruBlu graphic addition on the front for a unique shirt that highlights the many faces of Lawrence.
Get your shirt in Kate’s Corner Store and congratulate Izzy when you see them on campus!
Black Student Union is proud and excited to announce this year’s slate of events for Black History Month!
Stay tuned throughout the next month for announcements and updates as we gear up for a slew of fun events!
Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, Feb. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Sankofa House
An opportunity to connect with fellow members in completing Black-centered challenges
Field Day w/ACU
Saturday, Feb. 3 | 2-5 p.m. | Wellness Center
An exciting sports day filled with games, laughter, and competitive team spirit
Lock-in w/ACU
Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 10 p.m.-2 a.m. | Sankofa House
Memorable night of vibes, games, camaraderie, and lasting memories. Dinner provided
Candles for Cuties
TBD
A fun night of candle-making in honor of Valentine’s Day!
BHM Brunch Series
Sunday, Feb. 11 | 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Warch 324 – Somerset
Our annual Brown Girl Brunch & Brunch on the Block with special keynote speakers
Haircare Initiatives
Thursday-Friday, Feb. 15-16 | Location given after sign-up
Treat yourself to a fresh look by getting your hair done for free by a local Black stylist.
Bon App x BSU Dinner
Saturday, Feb. 17 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Andrew Commons
A tasty dinner night!
Black Excellence
Saturday, Feb. 17 | 8-11:30 p.m. | Location TBD
BSU’s annual Black Excellence Ball. Theme will be revealed Feb. 1
Cultural Expressions
Saturday, Feb. 24 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Location TBD
Annual showcase of cultural talent and representation
Sunday, Feb. 11 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Memorial Chapel
Award winning pianist Kyungwha Chu performs as a soloist and chamber musician throughout the United States, Canada, Asia and Europe. Her performances have included appearances at New York’s 92nd street Y, Kennedy Center Washington D.C., Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall New York.
She has appeared as a soloist with the Seoul Symphony Orchestra, Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, Cleveland Institute of Music orchestra, and Royal Conservatory of Music Orchestra. Her awards include top prizes in the Korean Broadcasting System competition, Cleveland Institute of Music concerto competition and Royal Conservatory of Music concerto competition. She has participated in the professional training workshop at Carnegie where she worked with Yo-Yo Ma and Pamela Frank. In 2010 she was one of seven students of Leon Fleisher to perform all 32 Beethoven piano Sonatas in a single-day marathon concert. During the summer of 2014 she participated in the Pearlman Music Program, working with Itzhak Pearlman and Donald Weilerstein.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from Cleveland Institute of Music and an Artists Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music. As a student of Leon Fleisher, she completed both the Graduate Performance Diploma and master’s degree at the Peabody Institute of Music. Currently, Kyungwha is pursuing a DMA at Stoney Brook University, studying with Christina Dahl and Gilbert Kalish.
Tuesday, Feb. 13 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Steitz 102
Anahkwet (Guy Reiter) is the Executive Director of the Menominee non-profit organization Menikanaehkem and a community organizer, activist, author, amateur archaeologist, and lecturer.
Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 8-9:30 p.m.
Memorial Chapel
Hailing from Scotland, Heron Valley’s style is rooted in Scottish and Irish traditional music. The four-piece group features Abigail Pryde on fiddle, guitar, and vocals; Keith Morrison on keys; Alastair Maclean on bagpipes and whistles; and Callum Cronin on bass and guitar. Their diverse backgrounds create an eclectic sound that has received recognition for their singles and a nomination as an Up and Coming Artist of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards 2017. Heron Valley has performed at notable festivals including Festival Interceltique de Lorient and Tiree Music Festival.
Thursday, Feb. 15 | 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 16 | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 17 | 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Music-Drama Center | Cloak Theater
As You Like It
written by William Shakespeare
directed by Timothy X. Troy
Having trouble keeping up with the latest developments in love at first sight, gender fluidity, political intrigue, and shattered loyalties? Join us in the Forest of Arden where love explains all confusions, clarifies murky waters, and restores our faith in each other. (Bonus feature: learn how this play invented the Tweet 425 years ago!)
Beloved recent alumna Olivia Gregorich ’17 joins the production team for script preparation, scene coaching, and full cast workshops for a lyrical romp in Cloak Theatre winter term.
*only available in-person at the Box Office
Thursday, Feb. 15 | 12-1:30 p.m.
Warch Gallery
Attention sophomores and other recently declared students: Join us for a MAJOR DECLARATION DAY CELEBRATION! There will be sweet treats, games, prizes, photo opportunities, and more. You’ll even be able to declare right at the celebration!
