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Spoerl Lecture Series

Organizing in Indian Country: Past, Present and Future

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.

Major Declaration Day Celebration

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!

New Study Abroad Program Approved

Off-Campus Programs is excited to announce the approval of our latest study abroad program: IES Nagoya, Japan.

The IES Nagoya, Japan program offers a direct enrollment opportunity through Nanzan University’s Center for Japanese Studies, where students will choose between a Modern Japanese track or an Intensive Japanese track. Aside from language study, both tracks also offer students English-taught area studies courses, elective arts classes, and Japanese-taught seminar courses. Advanced-level Japanese language courses are available.

Look for this program application opening soon. If you have questions on this program, please Make an Appointment with an Off-Campus Programs advisor.

Off-Campus Programs Deadline Extended to February 5

If you are thinking about study abroad for next year, there is still time to apply! Off-Campus Programs has extended its deadline for affiliated program applications until February 5.

For a list of affiliated programs, please go to our Approved Programs list.

The deadline for London Centre and the Francophone Seminar in Dakar, Senegal programs remains February 20 and April 1, respectively.

More information on study abroad and a link to our application are available on the Off-Campus Programs website.

To make an appointment with an Off-Campus Programs advisor, please complete our Request a Meeting form.

Lunch and Learn for Faculty & Staff

Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Briggs 127 (CTE)

How should I grade this?

Join our colleague Bob Williams (Education) for an engaging discussion on standards-based grading in the higher education classroom.

Bob will also delve into current trends in K-12 education regarding grading, shedding light on experiences with grading and grades that undergraduates bring to Lawrence.

Feel free to bring your own lunch, and don’t worry about beverages and dessert-we’ve got you covered with coffee, tea, and sweet treats!

New York Arts Program Info Session

A representative from the New York Arts Program, our newest off-campus program opportunity, will be on campus Thursday, January 18, to introduce their program and answer your questions.

An info session will be held in Wriston Art Center Auditorium (Room 224) at 12:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend!

The New York Arts Program allows students of the visual arts, art history, performing arts, film and media studies, dance, music and more to spend a term in New York City living, working, and creating. On this program, students earn college credit through internships and seminar classes. This is a great opportunity for students to learn how to make a living form their art and make connections in the art world!

Applications are open for 2024-2025. If you have questions on the info session, program, or the application process, please contact Off-Campus Programs.

Off-Campus Program Advisors Open-Door Office Hours

If you have any questions regarding an off-campus program or the application process for study abroad, stop by the second floor of International House to ask an advisor. Advisors will be available during office hours:

  • Monday-Friday | 8 a.m.-Noon & 1-5 p.m.

If you would prefer to schedule an appointment, please fill out our Meeting Request Form. Questions can also be emailed to OffCampusPrograms@lawrence.edu.

Off-Campus Programs Applications Due January 25

If you are considering study abroad or a domestic study away opportunity for the upcoming year, please get your application submitted by January 25. Students may submit their applications even if they do not have their recommendations finalized.

If you have any questions on programs or the application process, please contact Off-Campus Programs.

Go to the Off-Campus Programs website to learn more about available programs.

Major Fellowships Workshop for Wriston and West Scholars

Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Main Hall 401

Wriston and West scholarships are awarded to Lawrence students of “exceptional promise.” Fellowships, which fund incredible opportunities like research, study abroad, and public service, can help you live out that promise.

Come to this workshop to learn about what fellowships are, the benefits of applying, and even get a small start writing a personal statement.