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Radio talk show on campus as part of Government 110 class

A radio talk show will broadcast live from Lawrence University on the morning of Oct. 5 as part of a government class.

Ben Cominos, host of WHBY’s Outside the Box, a weekday news talk show, will be a guest in Professor of Government Arnold Shober’s Government 110 class—producing his show from 8:30-11 a.m. in Warch Cinema. Students in the class will serve as a live audience.

Cominos and guests discuss government, politics, and other news of the day every weekday morning. Shober and Jerald Podair, professor of history emeritus, are frequent guests of the show.

WHBY, part of Woodward Communications, is a news/talk station in Appleton. Listeners can tune in at 1150 AM, 103.5 FM, or whby.com.

Student Food Pantry Introduces New Online Request System

Need Emergency Food, Hygiene, or School Supplies from the LU Student Food Pantry?

Our team is excited to announce their two new systems to access the Pantry!

1. Online

Students can submit an online request for a bag pick-up by selecting items they need through our new online request form. To access the form, students click the link on the Pantry’s main website page and complete the information and select the items that they are in immediate need of.

Once the submit button is sent, the request is sent to the Pantry team. When the order is ready, students will receive an email indicating that their bag (with an assigned number) is ready for a bag pick-up in the D&IC.

2. In person

Another way students can use the Pantry service is by stopping in the D&IC and complete an in-person form. Completed forms can then be dropped off in the drop off box. The Pantry team is on-site and available during walk-in hours between 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

The LU Student Food Pantry exists to provide assistance to students who need help. By accessing the Pantry, students affirm that their household genuinely needs assistance.

For anyone on campus who would like to continue supporting the Pantry, we are always looking for donations and collaborations to continue supporting our students. The Pantry is supported through the generosity of the community, local businesses, and personal donations of money and supplies. We continue to seek partners on and off campus who are willing to support our students.

Questions? Contact: diversitycenter@lawrence.edu

Construction Notice for Memorial Chapel

The accessibility ramp at Memorial Chapel is being replaced this fall with a start date of Monday, September 25 and projected completion date of Monday, November 27. These dates are weather dependent and are subject to change.

The contractor is aware of event-sensitive dates and will work closely with us. There will be a temporary ramp installed so there will no disruption in access to the building.

Please be aware of your surroundings while in the area and do not enter the construction space. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or ext. 6893

Meet the Grants Team Open House

Thursday, October 5 | 10 a.m.-Noon
Sampson House

The Department of Corporate, Foundation, and Sponsored Research Support (the grants team) is pleased to invite you to work with us on your proposal ideas for external grant funding. We are here to help turn your ideas for new initiatives, research, artistry, and community projects into fundable grant proposals. We can help you identify potential donors, interpret proposal guidelines, develop your application narrative, create an accurate budget, identify sources of institutional cost share, advise on grantsmanship, provide supporting documentation, and assist with submission.

Reminders: Working with Us

Please note that all grant applications where Lawrence is the fiscal agent must be approved via the grants team prior to submission. We request a minimum of 30 days’ notice in advance of the proposal deadline and at least 60 days’ notice for government proposals. Please reach out to us as soon as you start thinking about a grant application. We are eager to hear about your proposal ideas and set up a time to meet!

Grants Open House | Thursday, October 5

Come meet the grants team and enjoy light refreshments and pastries on Thursday, October 5 from 10 a.m.-Noon on the first floor of Sampson House. We would be delighted to meet you, help you put faces to names, and hear about your ideas in a relaxed atmosphere.

The grants team—Anna Beno, Ariela Rosa, and Amy Kester—look forward to collaborating with you this academic year and to seeing you on October 5!

Office Hours with President Carter

President Laurie A. Carter is offering office hours to students throughout the 2023-24 academic year.

Office hours are held on the dates below from 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. in the President’s office. To schedule a time, please reach out to Andrea Thorsbakken at andrea.thorsbakken@lawrence.edu or 920-832-6525.

FALL TERMWINTER TERMSPRING TERM
Sept. 26Jan. 16March 26
Nov. 7Feb. 20May 21

Office hours are subject to change.

Dr. Kenny E. Yarbrough Office Hours

This Fall Term, Dr. Kenny E. Yarbrough, Vice President for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism and Support Services (the IDEAS Division) will be hosting three office hour opportunities for students. During these office hours, we invite you to come have a causal conversation and discuss your experience at Lawrence. The goal of these office hours is to learn more about what we can do to support our diverse student body.

These office hours will be hosted at the Diversity & Intercultural Center.

  • Wednesday, September 20 | 3-5 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 12 | 10 a.m.-Noon
  • Tuesday, November 7 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

We hope to see you attend this term’s office hours!

Campus Construction Updates

The lower roof at 1025 E South River St is being replaced and repurposed into an outdoor gathering space. The main roof and HVAC units will be replaced this fall.

The Sage Hall exterior wall has been repaired.

The lofted beds have been taken down from all the Quads’ corner rooms.

The Kohler Hall bathroom floors have been re-graded for better drainage.

Window cleaning has begun on most Academic Buildings.

We appreciate your flexibility and understanding during the power shut down on Monday, July 31. Our team and a contractor perform inspections cleaning and testing of the Campus electrical systems annually to be proactive and reduce the chances of power failures.

As always, safety first! Do not enter construction areas! Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facilities Operations at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893

Campus Construction Updates

  • Sage Hall bathroom remodels are moving along.
  • The new Quad 1 fire system is installed. The bathroom remodel is underway and the new flooring in the common space is being installed.
  • The Banta Bowl Team Complex has the floor slab down and patio pillars installed.
  • New windows are being installed in 738, 741, and 742 E Boldt Way.
  • Small Exec has a new exterior stairwell and concrete repairs.
  • Colman Hall’s upper roof is being replaced after long fought battles with leaks.
  • Several parking lots around Campus received seal coating and re-striping.
  • The tennis courts are resurfaced. Up next – logos!

We’re working hard on all the Campus enhancements! As always, safety first! Do not enter construction areas! Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facilities Operations at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893