University Announcements

If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence!

New Employees

Kenny Yarbrough – Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Biati Issa – Custodian

Asende Kitungano – Custodian

Mackenzie Neumann – Coordinator of Alumni Development Communications

Chad Yamry – HVAC – General Maintenance

Rachel Flom – Director of the Center for Community Engagement and Social Change

Mukenshimana, Bienvenu – Bon Appetit

Aline Nyriamugisha – Bon Appetit

Tyrell Grswold – Bon Appetit

Donald Czarniecki – Bon Appetit

Josh Mischler – Bon Appetit

Shannan Hartel – Executive Assistant

Promotions

Michael Reed – Student Life Specialist

Bart Boge – Lead Campus Safety Officer

Cody Haas – Lead Campus Safety Officer

Patrick Randerson – Lead Campus Safety Officer

Transfers

Ben Dumke – Network and Systems Manager

If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence!

New Employees

Corina Luz Garay Varela – Custodian

AJ Hollanquest – Assistant Track & Field Coach

Noemi Delgado – Director of Accessibility Services

Jessica Demovsky – Associate Director of Admission Communications

Maria Martinez – Custodian

Robin Bettis – Payroll and Human Resources Coordinator

Seth Brauberger – Bon Appetit

Terrianne Lenning – Bon Appetit

Stephanie Story – Bon Appetit

Ross Sabee – Bon Appetit

Yvonne Mukankaka – Bon Appetit

Megan DuFrane-Groose – Director of Student Engagement, Activities, & Leadership

Anna Ponder – Vice President of Alumni, Development, and Communications

Vesna Vukotic – Collaborative Pianist-Girl Choir

Will Gibbens – Carpenter

Roosa Lowe – Admissions Counselor, International

Garret Green – Assistant to the Registrar’s Office

Kenny Yarbrough – Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Promotions

Michael Reed – Student Life Specialist

Cal Husmann – Senior Vice President for Alumni, Development, and Communications

Scott Lefeber – General Maintenance Assistant

Did you know MyLifeExpert hosts monthly webinars surrounding various challenging topics? Additionally, the MyLifeExpert platform allows you to access information and resources you need when you need it. They provide online support services and personalized wellness content 24/7. MyLifeExpert includes thousands of articles, videos, podcasts, calculators, webinars, assessments, and worksheets.

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Here is what’s coming up in the following months:

Workplace Differences: A Matter of Style – March 8, 2023, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Everyone has a different style of learning, working, and communicating, and one style is not necessarily better than another – just different. In this session, participants will discover; their personal learning/communication style, how their own style affects learning and communication for everyone in the workplace, how understanding and considering the learning and communication styles of others can prevent tension, misunderstanding and stress in the workplace, and how to maximize your own personal style.

Parenting your Teen: Managing Conflict and Problem Solving– April 12, 2023, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Conflict between parents and teenagers is a fact of life. In this seminar, parents explore ways to help their teenagers resolve conflicts and establish guidelines for acceptable behavior. The goal is for your teen to become a mature young adult who is capable of making good decisions independently, so they can manage their life in appropriate, autonomous ways.

A Balancing Act for the Work and Personal Life Seesaw – May 10, 2023, 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Learn to prioritize competing demands, communicate effectively, and view the glass as “half full” in this interactive session.

Healthy Living: Navigate Life’s Transitions – June 14, 2023, 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Changes in our personal and professional lives often occur around major life transitions, such as moving, marriage, death, and divorce. We all need strategies to make these transitions easier and that is exactly what we will cover in this session.

If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence!

New Employees

Craig Bailey-Skibo – Student Account Specialist

Justin Greenburg – Bon Appetit

Corina Garay Varela – Custodian

AJ Hollanquest – Assistant Track and Field Coach

Noemi Delgado – Director of Accessibility Services

Jessica Demovsky – Associate Director of Admissions Communications

Transfers

Michael Reed – Student Life Specialist

Did you know MyLifeExpert hosts monthly webinars surrounding various life challenging topics? Additionally, the MyLifeExpert platform allows you to access information and resources you need when you need it. They provide online support services and personalized wellness content 24/7. MyLifeExpert includes thousands of articles, videos, podcasts, calculators, webinars, assessments, and worksheets.

Here is what’s coming up in the following months:

Minimizing Worry to Maximize your Life  – February 8, 2023, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Are you a worrywart? Nineteen million Americans are chronic worriers and 38 percent report worrying every day. We all worry at times, but if you constantly stress over everything in your life, you may be developing a chronic worry habit that can lead to physical and mental health difficulties including stress-related illnesses, generalized anxiety disorder and depression. In this session we will assist you in analyzing the root cause of worry, and strategies to break the cycle of worry.

Workplace Differences: A Matter of Style – March 8, 2023, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Everyone has a different style of learning, working, and communicating, and one style is not necessarily better than another – just different. In this session, participants will discover; their personal learning/communication style, how their own style affects learning and communication for everyone in the workplace, how understanding and considering the learning and communication styles of others can prevent tension, misunderstanding and stress in the workplace, and how to maximize your own personal style.

Log in to your MyLifeExpert account to register for any of the events above.

Not signed up yet? Create an account with Lawrence’s University Company Code EAP190.

Has there ever been a time with more trauma, stress, and burnout? Through activities, discussion, and reflection, this 1-hour training will help you understand the impact of trauma and stress, recognize your personal stressors, and practice new ways to work through this challenging time.

Cost: $25 per person
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 8, 2023, 12-1 pm
Location: Participation via Zoom
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 3, 2023
We are unable to refund cancelations made less than 24 hours prior to training.

To register, call 920-749-2390 or contact us at AtWorkEAP@thedacare.org.

About the presenter: Tamara Plath is a Licensed Professional Counselor with ThedaCare’s Employee Assistance Program. She has over 10 years of Behavioral Health experience. Her professional background includes mental health counseling, domestic violence and sexual assault prevention, group facilitation, and education/training on subjects such as communication diversity, conflict management, harassment and other compliance & wellness topics.

Please see the upcoming events from Pulse Young Professionals Network.

Upcoming Events:

• January 17^th – Ice Skating at the Plaza in Neenah.  This event is free to those who register early and discounted at the door for those who don’t.
• February 16^th – Lunch ‘n Learn at the Double Tree by Hilton in Appleton.  This event is limited to 50 and will include a pasta buffet along with a presentation about creating your personal and professional brands across social media platforms.  PULSE members get their tickets at a discounted rate.

Interested in Joining Pulse:

PULSE Young Professionals is a local program administered through the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce that is centered around young professionals under the age of 40 who work in the Fox Cities. The program’s purpose is to build a network of young professionals who are capable of connecting, inspiring, and leading community members and businesses within the Fox Cities. PULSE provides opportunities for young professionals to build upon their skill sets through leadership training, getting involved with local events through volunteering, and building a supportive community with one another.

If you are interested in joining the PULSE Young Professionals network, please fill out this form so that you can receive up to date communications directly from PULSE.

If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence!

New Employees

Sarah Holtzman – Director of Equity and Title IX Coordinator

Shannon Gravelle – Lecturer of Music

Timothy Quincy – Instructor of Chemistry

Allyson Reilly – Area Coordinator

Joshua Altshuler – Visiting Reference and Instruction Librarian

Trevor Clumpner – Mail Specialist

Megan Meives – Counseling Intern

Alexander Morales – Bon Appetit – Sous Chef

Tim Parrish – Senior Systems Analyst

Scott Sager – Bon Appetit – Baker

Charlene Enama – Temporary Executive Assistant

Promotions

Diana Hernandez – Human Resources Manager

Jane Ryder – Capriccio Girl Choir Manager

Nora Robinson – Assistant Director of Alumni Engagment

Transfers

Bart Boge – Campus Safety Officer

If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence!

New Employees

Jodi Fabich – Student Services Support Specialist

Tuaere Falaise – Campus Safety Officer/WCC Building Admin

Anna Woerishofer – Circulation & Inter-library Loan Assistant

Katie Cole – Bon Appetit

Samantha Halverson – Bon Appetit – Bookkeeper

Maria Franco – Custodian

Benjamin Dumke – Network and Systems Manager

Rebecca Siebers – Print and Mail Specialist

Derek Diehl – Assistant Director of Facilities Operations – Campus Safety and Security

Promotions

Chris Kubs – Lead Custodian

Tina Franzen – Assistant Registrar

Rehires

Mike Tompos – Senior Principle Gift Officer