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Fall WELLU Massages

Wellness Services is pleased to offer subsidized full-body therapeutic massage services for fall term. We added a second massage therapist for on campus massages.

Appointments are available for 50 minute table massages and cost is $30 on campus and $35 at the YMCA.

Massages are available for all students and employees just once per term.

You must sign up to be eligible for the discounted price. E-mail Erin Buenzli to schedule an appointment. Limit one per term.

A Campus Conversation

“Engaging our Minds, Discussing our Differences”

Join us for a unique opportunity on Saturday, September 21, to engage with one of the nation’s foremost legal minds, Akhil Reed Amar, Sterling Professor of Law, and Political Science at Yale University.

As the inaugural speaker in Lawrence University’s Campus Conversations series, “Engaging our Minds, Discussing our Differences,” Professor Amar will offer critical insights into today’s most pressing constitutional questions.

This dynamic series brings together top Constitutional and Legal Scholars and Civil Discourse experts. Discover how law, governance, and society intersect in ways that challenge and inspire, while reflecting Lawrence University’s commitment to intellectual engagement and the celebration of diverse perspectives.

Details

All events will be held in Warch 325 – Pusey Room.

10:30 a.m. | Faculty & Staff Breakfast
This is open to all Lawrence faculty and staff members.

1 p.m. | Lunch with Students
This is open to all students.

4 p.m. | Interview
A discussion moderated by Provost Peter Blitstein. This is open to the entire LU community.

All attendees will have the opportunity to receive a copy of Professor Amar’s newest book The Words That Made Us. Professor Amar will be available to sign after each event. Make sure to RSVP and let us know which events you will be attending!

Don’t miss these exciting events—where great minds meet for meaningful dialogue!

Lawrence University Voter Guide

Students who are US citizens or have dual citizenship and are 18 years or older are able to vote Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Early Voting

If you are interested in voting early, you can do so at City Hall, located at 100 N Appleton St. (6th Floor) before noon on Friday, Nov. 1. The campus shuttle service is available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (excluding Friday, which will end at 11:30 a.m.) to get to the polls. Please call 920-419-6793 for a ride.

Additionally, Helen Boyd Kramer will be walking students to early voting TODAY, Oct. 31. For anyone who would like to join, please meet in front of the library at 1 p.m. She is also available to accompany students to vote at other times upon request (helen.boyd@lawrence.edu). First-time voters are strongly encouraged to join!

Election Day – Tuesday, Nov. 5

On Election Day, a special shuttle van will run loops 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m., departing from the Wriston Turnaround for District 1 and 11 Polling Places. Please see the list below to find your Polling Place.

Registering to vote in Appleton

If you live in Lawrence University housing, your voting district will depend on your residency.

  1. Saint Joseph Parish Center – District 11 (Shuttle Provided)
    404 W Lawrence St
    • Brokaw: 115 S Drew St
    • Colman: 212 S Durkee St
    • Hiett 403 E College Ave
    • Kohler: 718 E Alton St
    • Ormsby: 401 E College Ave
    • Plantz: 600 E College Ave
    • Sage: 723 E Boldt Way
    • Trever: 815 E South St
    • Quads:
      • 206 S Lawe St
      • 281 S Lawe St
      • 711 E Alton St
      • 733 E Alton St
      • 712 E Boldt Way
  2. First United Methodist Church – District 1 (Shuttle Provided)
    325 E Franklin St
    • Fox Commons: 100 W College Ave
  3. Memorial Presbyterian Church – District 4
    803 E College Ave
    • Big Exec: 300 S Meade St
    • Small Exec: 813 E John St
    • Quads (Co-op): 203 N Union St
  • The address of your residential building with your room number should be listed on all voter forms as your residential address.
  • Your SPC# @ 711 E. Boldt Way must be listed as the mailing address on your voter registration application.

You must also have a valid Student Voter ID. This ID, plus the LU Certified Housing List, can serve as your Proof of Residence.

If you do not live in Lawrence University housing, you can use a current Wisconsin Driver’s License or ID Card with your Appleton address listed. This can be used as Proof of Residence.

If you do not live in Lawrence University housing and do not have a current Wisconsin Driver’s License or ID Card with your Appleton address listed, see more info about Proof of Residence Documents below.

Student Voter ID

A valid student voter ID must have:

  • Name
  • Photo
  • Issue date
  • Expiration Date (must be within 2 years of the date of issuance)
  • Student signature

To obtain your Student Voter ID, visit the Center of Community Engagement & Social Change page on the LU website, where you can print your ID card.

Proof of Residence Documents

All Proof of Residence Documents must have your full name and current address listed. This document is required when registering to vote.

Common POR documents for LU students include:

  • Student ID + Housing List
  • WI Driver’s License
  • Utility Bill
  • Residential Lease

See additional POR options at myvote.wi.gov.

Submitting Your Voter Registration

There are four ways to submit your voter registration.

  1. Online
    You must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or Identification Card to complete your registration online. Visit myvote.wi.gov by Oct. 16 to register.
  2. By mail
    Fill out the Wisconsin Voter Registration Application (EL-I3I – found at myvote.wi.gov). Mail this and a copy of your Proof of Residence document to the City Clerk’s Office. All mailed Voter Registrations must be postmarked by Oct. 16.
  3. Clerk’s Office
    Bring your Proof of Residence to the City Clerk’s Office to register until Nov. 1. The Clerk’s Office is located at 100 N. Appleton St. on the 6th floor. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  4. Polling Place on Election Day
    Bring your Proof of Residence to your Polling Place on Election Day on Nov. 5. Polling Places will be open 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

Voting Information

All voters must present a valid Photo ID in order to receive a ballot. Common Photo IDs for LU students include:

  • Student Voter ID (see above)
  • WI Driver’s License/ID Card
  • US Passport

Voting Options

  1. Absentee by mail
    To vote absentee by mail, you must already be registered to vote. You can request an absentee ballot be mailed to you at myvote.wi.gov. You will need to provide your mailing address (SPC) and a Photo ID.
  2. In-person absentee
    In-person absentee voting will take place at the dates and times below at City Hall (100 N. Appleton St. 6th floor). You may register to vote and absentee vote during these times.
    > Oct. 22-23 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    > Oct. 24 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
    > Oct. 25 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    > Oct. 28 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
    > Oct. 29 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    > Oct. 30 | 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    > Oct. 31 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    > Nov. 1 | 8 a.m.-Noon
  3. On Election Day
    Visit your polling place on Nov. 5 between the hours of 7 a.m.-8 p.m. You may register to vote and cast your ballot at this time.

Additional Resources

Important Dates

  • Oct. 16 | Online/Mail voter registration deadline
  • Oct. 22 | Early voting begins in Wisconsin
  • Nov. 1-3 | Early voting ends
  • Nov. 5 | Election Day

Helpful Links

Home Athletics: Sept. 16-22

Come and cheer on your Vikings!

Women’s Soccer vs Loras
Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 6 p.m.
Banta Bowl

Volleyball vs UW-Stout
Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 7 p.m.
Alex Gym

Men’s Soccer vs UW-Stevens Point
Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 7 p.m.
Banta Bowl

Volleyball vs Mount Mary
Friday, Sept. 20 | 3 p.m.
Alex Gym

Volleyball vs Rockford
Friday, Sept. 20 | 7 p.m.
Alex Gym

Women’s Tennis vs UW-Stout
Saturday, Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.
Lawrence Courts

Women’s Tennis vs University of Dubuque
Saturday, Sept. 21 | 3 p.m.
Lawrence Courts

Home Athletics: Sept. 9-15

Come and cheer on your Vikings!

Volleyball vs Alverno
Wednesday, September 11 | 7 p.m.
Alex Gym

Women’s Tennis vs Ripon
Saturday, September 14 | 11 a.m.
Lawrence Courts

Football vs Cornell
Saturday, September 14 | 1 p.m.
The Banta Bowl

Women’s Soccer vs Macalester
Saturday, September 14 | 5:30 p.m.
The Banta Bowl

Men’s Soccer vs Lakeland
Play for the Cure Game
Saturday, September 14 | 7:30 p.m.
The Banta Bowl

Women’s Tennis vs Lake Forest
Sunday, September 15 | 2 p.m.
Lawrence Courts

Where in the World is LU? – Share your pictures!

Got summer plans? Participate in Where in the World are LU? ! Wear your Lawrence swag or show off your Lawrence gear wherever you’re at—whether it’s your hometown, across the country, or around the globe.

To participate:

  1. Take a photo of yourself in your Lawrence swag or with your Lawrence gear—feature your t-shirt, hat, mug, flag, or anything else you have—and let us know where you are!
  2. Share on social media:

Anyone to shares or submits a photo will be entered to win a fun prize!

Student Research Poster Session

Tuesday, May 28 | 1-2:30 p.m.
Warch Campus Center

Lawrence University Ethnic Studies 336—”Decolonization, Activism, & Hope: Changing the Way We See Native America” will present their research posters in the Warch Campus Center.

Stop by any time between 1-2:30 p.m. to hear from students on their interdisciplinary research findings from Indigenous scholars, activists, and tribal leaders. All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to attend.

Sundown Serenade Cruise

Friday, May 31 | 7-9 p.m.
Meet at River Tyme Tours | 181 Riverheath Way

Join KidsGive for a relaxing evening on the Fox River! Students, faculty, and staff are welcome (21+ only) to cruise the Fox River, featuring music and a bar on board.

If you need a ride, shuttles will start running from the Wriston Turnaround between 6-6:16 p.m. to the River Tyme Tours dock. The boat returns to the dock at 9 p.m., and you can return to campus via the shuttles.

The cost to attend is $20 per person; all funds raised will be given to KidsGive! Payment will be made when you arrive via cash, Venmo, or Zelle.

Space is limited, so register online today!

Questions? Contact Kenneth Penaherrera at kenneth.l.penaherrera@lawrence.edu or Marzuka Amal Binthe Akber at marzuka.amalbintheakber@lawrence.edu.

About KidsGive

KidsGive is a scholarship program associated with Lawrence University. Our mission is to educate students in the U.S. about Sierra Leonean life and culture as well as to promote informed giving while providing children in Sierra Leone with the opportunity to learn and become the next great leaders of their generation.

Learn more about KidsGive

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Events

Join Lawrence’s Pan-Asian Organization in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Email sharman@lawrence.edu with any questions.

Learn more about AAPI Heritage Month.

Chinatown Cultural Journey in Chicago
Saturday, May 11 | All Day

Join PAO for a trip to Chinatown Chicago on Saturday, May 11! The cost is $16 per person which will cover food. The bus will depart from the Wriston Turnaround at 9:30 a.m. and returns to campus 9 p.m. Registration is required! Email sharman@lawrence.edu with any questions.

Zoo Days
Saturday, May 18 | 12:30-5 p.m. | Main Hall Green

Pan-Asian Potluck
Sunday, May 19 | 5-7 p.m. | Diversity & Intercultural Center

Cultural Dinner
Friday, May 24 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Andrew Commons

Senior Celebration
Thursday, May 30 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Diversity & Intercultural Center

The Show Is Over

Thursday, May 9 | 7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 10 | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 | 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Stansbury Theatre

  • Director: Mauriah Donegan Kraker
  • Stage Manager: David Ciotti Hernandez


THE SHOW IS OVER is a devised work created in collaboration with student composers, musicians, actors, and dancers. Over the course of the evening, tap dance boards become set pieces, pop and punk sounds instigate obsessively danced phrases, real and virtual worlds collide. A murky manifesto for disorientating patterns of physicality and language.

Tickets

  • Adults: $15
  • Seniors: $8
  • 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).