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Black History Month Events

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

Faculty recital: Kyungwha Chu, piano

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.

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.

Performing Arts Series: Heron Valley

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.

Get your tickets today

  • Adult – $15
  • Senior – $10
  • Student – FREE

Winter Term Play: As You Like It

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.

Tickets

  • Adults: $15
  • Seniors: $8
  • Children under 3: FREE
  • ALL high school and college students (with valid ID): FREE*
  • Lawrence faculty and staff (with valid ID): FREE*

*only available in-person at the Box Office

Purchase your tickets:

  • In-person! The Box Office is open 1-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and one hour prior to performances. The Box Office accepts cash, check, or credit card ($1 credit card fee).
  • Online! Visit lawrence.edu to make your purchase (+$4 handling fee).
  • Over the phone! Call the Box Office at 920-832-6749 (+$4 handling fee).

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!

2024 Lunar New Year Celebration

Please join Lawrence University for the 2024 Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 3, at 6:30 p.m. at the Warch Campus Center’s Esch Hurvis Room.

The event will include cultural presentations, musical performances, and a Lion Dance, followed by a cultural expo and dinner in the Somerset Room. 

See you there!

Lunar New Year Celebration poster

Save the Date! Blue & White Homecoming Weekend 2024

Oct. 11-12, 2024

You won’t want to miss what we have in store!

  • Viking Athletics
  • Tailgate
  • Musical Performances
  • Classmate Connections
  • Family Programming
  • Exclusive Merchandise

Be a part of the tradition and celebrate all things Blue & White!

Weren’t able to make it back for Blue & White Homecoming 2023? See what all of the excitement is about in our recap video.

LUgge

LUgge is inspired by a Danish and Norwegian word, Hygge (pronounced “hoo-ga”), which describes a feeling of coziness and contentment. It is associated with enjoying the simple things in life, such as spending time with one’s family and friends, relaxing in comfortable surroundings, and indulging in small pleasures like good food and drink. 

Instead of shying away from the winter, why not celebrate the unique beauty and fun activities the season offers? Here are some events that let you truly embrace the season.

Visit lawrence.edu for the most up-to-date schedule of LUgge-related events!

Storytime
Feb. 8 | 7-7:45 p.m. | Spirit Space

Join us for a cozy evening of stories, cocoa, and cookies. Please bring a short story that you love, or just come to listen! All are welcome.

CCE Winter Olympics
Feb. 12-17

The CCE Winter Service Olympics is a new winter event aimed at helping Lawrence students participate in volunteer-related and community engagement activities while competing in friendly, purpose-driven events throughout the week. Students can compete in teams (up to 10 students per team) and earn points through participation in daily activities and events, and the three winning teams will be crowned as CCE Olympic champions.

  • Feb. 12 | Civics & Society
    Intro to Voting Tabling | 2-5 p.m.
    Vikings Vote Sessions | 12:30-1:30 p.m. & 7:30-8:30 p.m.
    Writing to your Reps Workshop | 5-6:30 p.m.
  • Feb. 13 | Fair Housing & Hunger
    Ethical Volunteer Training | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
    Self-Care Kit Making for Senior Citizens | 7-9 p.m.
  • Feb. 14 | Public Health & Wellness
    Sledding Relay Race | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
    Cards & Cocoa | 6-7 p.m.
    Wellness BINGO | 7:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Feb. 15 | Child Advocacy/Environment & Sustainability
    Pledge for Our Planet | 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
    Volunteering & Your Career | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
    Friendship Bracelet Making | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
  • Feb. 16 | Arts & Education/VITAL/First of Many
    Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Trivia | 5-7:30 p.m.
    Letters for Learners | 5-7:30 p.m.
    Paint like Pi-CAT-sso | 5-7:30 p.m.
  • Feb. 17 | Catered Lunch Olympic Ceremony
    1:30-2:30 p.m.

Cozy Comfort Rice Pack
Feb. 23 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Warch 325-Pusey Room

Create your own rice heat packs! Can be heated in the microwave to help soothe body aches.

A Winter Pause
Feb. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Warch 324

Take a break from the winter term at our annual Winter Pause! Enjoy food, refreshments and several fun winter-themed activities! Prizes can be won!

Countdown to Spring
Feb. 28 | 4-6 p.m. | Spirit Space

Storytime
March 4 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Spirit Space

Join us for a cozy evening of stories, cocoa, and cookies. Please bring a short story that you love, or just come to listen! All are welcome.