Taize’ Worship and Contemplation – Thursday, November 9th at Center for SRL
For a healthy and contemplative approach in these last few weeks of term, come to the Center for Spiritual and Religious Life at 7pm on Thursday, November 9th. Join in a Christian based ecumenical service that has both quiet and powerful components to worship. There will be the quiet of candlelight, songs, and inspirational prayer.
Category: Students
Bridging the Ideological Divide – Last 2 Sessions!
Bridging the Ideological Divide – Last 2 Sessions!
Nurtured in the concept of conflict resolution is the idea that effective dialogue is our first measure of understanding. There are just a few more opportunities for students, staff and faculty to attend the on campus facilitated dialogues that will help us to identify through each other’s stories some useful approaches to that communication as a first step in bridging an ideological divide.
Saturday, November 4th in Mead Witter – 12pm
Tuesday, November 7th Memorial Hall 114 – 10am
Upstander Training
This training is open to ALL Lawrence Students, Staff and Faculty Members.
The Bystander/Upstander training will help you build the skills to interrupt bullying or other harmful behaviors and comments. Learn how to become an agent for change and co-creator of positive narratives about race and other identities. Participants will unpack real-life scenarios to enable them to effectively challenge prejudice in our community.
Date & Time: November 13, 4:30-8:30 PM
Location: Warch Camper Center – Somerset Room (324)
Please RSVP to div-inclusion@lawrence.edu by November 10.
This session will be facilitated by FIT OSHKOSH trainers and is sponsored by Lawrence University’s Office of Diversity & Inclusion.
Puerto Rico Relief Drive
Dear Lawrentians,
Almost five weeks after Hurricane Maria barreled through Puerto Rico, the island and its people continue to be subsumed in misery and desperation:
more than 85% of Puerto Ricans do not have electricity; approximately 40% do not have running water; those who do cannot drink it as that water is contaminated; many lack access to food, medication, and fuel due to island-wide shortages; approximately 50% have no access to communications; many are experiencing health crises as hospitals are unable to provide effective care.
Many logistical challenges have prevented aid (e.g. clean water, food, and medicine) from getting into the hands of Puerto Ricans. In response to this challenge, three student organizations–Lawrence International, ¡VIVA!, and Alianza—and the Spanish Department formed a coalition and identified four island-based grassroots organizations that are effectively and efficiently delivering aid to those who need it most. We are now asking for your help in supporting these organizations.
Please see the attached poster. If you would like to support one or more of these organizations, follow the “click here” prompts directly next to the organization name. The links lead to sites that will enable you to send aid or make a donation. Clicking on the names of the organizations to the left, will provide more information on each of the organizations on the list.
We hope you are able to join us in sending relief aid to our fellow U.S. citizens, and we also invite you to share this poster with your friends, family and colleagues.
If you have any questions, please contact us via email at luprdrive@gmail.com.
Thank you all for your generosity,
Spanish Department
¡VIVA!
Alianza
Lawrence International
Cultural Competency Lecture Series: Powerful Ways to Respond to Microaggressions, Stereotypes and Isms
Powerful Ways to Respond to Microaggressions Cultural Competency
On November 16th, from 11:30 am-12:30 pm, Professor of Biology Elizabeth De Stasio & Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion and Associate Dean of Faculty Kimberly Barrett will lead a Cultural Competency Lecture on Powerful Ways to Respond to Microaggressions, Stereotypes & Isms at Warch Campus Center – Esch Hurvis (Room 225).
This interactive session will discuss strategies that targets of microaggressions, stereotypes and “isms” can use to respond to bias in ways that are self-affirming and empowering. Social science research will be referenced to inform participants’ understanding of concepts related to microaggressions and stereotypes. Participants will also engage in case study and role play to practice powerful ways to respond in these situations.
This is an open event. Help us get an estimate by registering at div-inclusion@lawrence.edu
Upcoming Career Services Events
Friday, Oct. 27
Piper Jaffray Information Table
Hear from Martin Alwin ’07 as he discusses careers and internships at Investment Banking Firm, Piper Jaffray.
1 – 2 p.m.: Lobby Table Near Mailboxes at Warch Campus Center
Check LUworks for 1:1 Chat times as they become available
Monday, Oct. 30
Internships 101
Before starting the internship search process, attend one of these sessions to learn about support, search techniques and tools available to start your internship search.
11:10 – 12:10 p.m.: Career Services Conference Room
Tuesday, Oct. 31
Breakthrough Fuel Info Session: Breakthrough Fuel is the expert in managing energy and information that fuels the movements of goods globally. Swipe in for lunch at Andrew Commons and then join Kimberly Larsen, Manager of Culture, for a chance to gain insight on available opportunities with Breakthrough Fuel.
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.: Schumann Room within Andrew Commons
Wednesday, Nov. 1
Boldt Info Session: Swipe in for lunch at Andrew Commons and join us to learn more about 2018 Summer Internship opportunities at The Boldt Company from Trevor Hietpas ’16. Trevor was a Lawrence intern who turned his experience into a full time position at Boldt. He is now recruiting new interns for the summer of 2018.
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.: Parrish Private Dining Room within Andrew Commons
3 – 5 p.m.: 1:1 Chats in Career Services*
*Advance registration in LUworks is required.
Still Accepting Applications for D-Term Opportunities!
CHICAGO: 3nd Annual Forest Preserve Foundation Internships – Deadline Extended!
Shelley Davis ’92 will host one or two interns who are interested in protecting and restoring the natural habitats of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Interns will assist with donor communications—appeals, mailings, social networking, and a potential event with their young professionals association. If you are interested in communications in the environmental field apply today! Past interns have included Rachel Gregory ’17, Casey Merkle ’17, Angela Intia ’19 and Emily Teerink ’19. See LUworks Job ID 28745 for more details.
HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA: 2nd Annual First Steps Recovery and Wellness Internship – Deadline November 9.
Betty Barrett ’55 is again helping us offer an in-depth D-Term experience at First Steps Recovery and Wellness Center in Huntington, West Virginia. First Steps is a non-profit organization that supports addiction recovery and transition out of homelessness. Junior Lainey Harrison ’19 interned with Harmony House last December. See LUworks Job ID 27472 for more details.
Spiritual Lives at Lawrence – Share Your Story
Spiritual Lives at Lawrence – Share Your Story
There are still times available for this term on October 30th and November 9th to spend 30 minutes sharing your current spiritual journey, or the one you experienced before, during, or after Lawrence.
Visit https://tinyurl.com/y846bnah to select your best time to talk.
Candlelit service, songs, silence and prayer – Taize’
Candlelit service, songs, silence and prayer – Taize’
At 7pm on Sunday, October 29th at All Saints Episcopal, join in a Christian based ecumenical service that has both quiet and powerful components to worship.
All Saints is located at 100 North drew Street in Appleton.
Upstander Training
This training is open to ALL Lawrence Students, Staff and Faculty Members.
The Bystander/Upstander training will help you build the skills to interrupt bullying or other harmful behaviors and comments. Learn how to become an agent for change and co-creator of positive narratives about race and other identities. Participants will unpack real-life scenarios to enable them to effectively challenge prejudice in our community.
Date & Time: November 13, 4:30-8:30 PM
Location: Warch Camper Center – Somerset Room (324)
Please RSVP to div-inclusion@lawrence.edu by November 10.
This session will be facilitated by FIT OSHKOSH trainers and is sponsored by Lawrence University’s Office of Diversity & Inclusion.