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Mental Health 101

There’s been social stigma about mental health issues for far too long! Join us a virtual seminar on mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and self-harm. Also learn how mental health impacts the workplace, warning signs for suicide, and how to support someone who is experiencing a mental health crisis.

Topics will include:

  • Understanding the state of mental health since the pandemic
  • Learn about different mental health conditions
  • Recognizing signs of mental health crisis and how to intervene
  • Coping skills and resources for maintaining personal mental health.

Cost – $25/person – applied upon registration
Date & Time – May 10, 2023 | 12-1 p.m.
Registration deadline – Friday, May 5
Sign-on info will be sent Monday 8.

We are unable to refund cancelations made less than 24 hours prior to training.

To register, fill out this form and return to AtWorkEAP@thedacare.org.

Questions? Contact the main office at 920-749-2390.

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Study in Seoul, South Korea

Off-Campus Programs is excited to announce its newest program collaboration in Seoul, South Korea! Through our partnership with IES Abroad, students will now be able to participate in a semester-length or academic-year program in one of East Asia’s most exciting capitals.

On the Seoul, South Korea, program students will directly enroll at Yonsei University, one the country’s leading institutions. There they can choose from a large selection of English-taught courses in the Liberal Arts, as well as business, science, and more. In addition to these options, interested students will also have the chance to learn Korean language, take area studies classes, and immerse themselves in the Korean culture.

If you are interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, email Director of Off-Campus Programs Lezlie Weber at lezlie.r.weber@lawrence.edu. If you would like to apply to Spring Semester 2024, we will be accepting applications until June 15, 2023.

For more information on Off-Campus Programs, visit our website.

Heartland Business Systems – Recruiter On Campus

Do you have passion for custom programming, website development, business intelligence, or love providing end-to-end customized technology solutions? Then a career or internship with Heartland Business Systems (HBS) may be for you! Join the Career Center on Monday, April 17 to learn more about HBS.

Info Session | 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Chapman Hall, Room 202

Kristin Robinson, a College Recruiter, will be providing insight about HBS and discussing career and internship opportunities. See Handshake here for details.

1:1 Chats | 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Chapman Hall, Career Center

Want to know more about HBS and get insider advice on applying for positions and internships? Make a 30-minute appointment to meet with Kristin today. Secure your spot here on Handshake!  Questions? Contact Danielle Kolman, Assistant Director of Employer & Alumni Relations in the Career Center.

Mindfulness in Nature Retreat

Spirit Space and Wellness Services are collaborating to host a retreat during mid-term reading period. This full-day retreat will take you to the shores of Lake Michigan where you will be led through meditation, movement and reflection sessions and also have solo time to spend in nature.

The retreat is on Thursday, May 4. Transportation and food will be provided. Contact della.haanen@lawrence.edu with any questions or to reserve your spot!

Márton Galambos to present at the next installment of the Povolny Lecture Series

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
7 p.m. – Reception prior to lecture
7:30 p.m. – Lecture
Wriston Auditorium

The 2022-23 Povolny Lecture Series in International Studies continues Tuesday, April 11 with a lecture from Márton Galambos, the editor-in-chief of Forbes Hungary. His talk will be on the topic “Politics and the Press in Hungary: Birth of an Autocrat.”

This lecture is free and open to the public.

About Márton

Márton Galambos completed a degree in sociology in Hungary and also holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Communication from McDaniel College (MD). He spent a year at the Freie Universitaet Berlin as a Fellow at the European Journalism-Fellowships program. Márton worked at various Hungarian news outlets and periodicals for 10 years before joining Forbes Hungary.

About Forbes Hungary

Forbes Hungary is the leading Hungarian business magazine, publishing stories about successful entrepreneurs. The publishing house organizes 20+ business events annually and operates an entrepreneurship focused news site at forbes.hu.

Lawrence Young Professionals invited to attend PULSE CEO Breakfast Panel

The Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce PULSE Young Professional network is hosting a CEO Breakfast panel on Thursday, April 20, featuring:

  • Lawrence’s own President Laurie A. Carter
  • Tom Boldt, President and CEO of the Boldt Company
  • Dr. Ashok Rai, President and CEO of Prevea Health
  • John Schmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Venture

Date: Thursday, April 20

Time: 7:30-9:30 a.m.

Location: The Fox Club at The Fox Cities Stadium

The university has purchased a table. If you’re interested in attending this event for FREE, please email Garrett Singer by Friday, April 7. Attendees will be selected via a lottery system.

Warch Campus Center Scheduled Crane Work

Boldt is planning to have a small crane on-site Thursday, March 23, from 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM. They plan to put barriers around the crane and flag off the areas under where they are picking. Access to Warch will not be affected.

Facilities Operations asks that you please practice safety and be aware of your surroundings while in the area. Please let us know if there are any questions or concerns. As always thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Spring Break Food Drive

Spring Break Food Drive until March 21
Help us stock the Student Food Pantry for our Lawrentians!

Unexpired Items Needed:
-Fruits
-Vegetables
-Microwaveable Meals
-Canned Chicken, Tuna
-Rice
-Beans
-Pasta/Noodles, Sauces
-Peanut Butter, Jelly
-Bread
-Juice
-Granola Bars
-Milk, Almond, Coconut
-Cereal
-Toothpaste, Toothbrushes
-Shampoo/Conditioner, Soaps
-Feminine Products

*Pull tab canned items encouraged*

Drop off donations in the Diversity and Intercultural Center (D&IC) kitchen in Memorial Hall or email jessica.quintana@lawrence.edu

Visit the Pantry website for additional donation ideas and more information

Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust Virtual Winter Program

“Warmer, Wetter, and Wilder”
Northeast Wisconsin’s Changing Climate

Saturday, March 18
9-10 a.m.
Zoom

Changes to our climate predict warmer temperatures, increased precipitation, and more intense weather in the next few decades. These trends will lead to noticeable changes in the ecology of the Fox-Wolf Watershed and the bay of Green Bay.

Dr. Bart DeStasio, Singleton Professor of Biological Sciences, will guide us through what is known about climate projections in northeast Wisconsin and the many ecological processes that are expected to change.

This virtual program is free of charge to Land Trust members and friends. Pre-registration is not required.

Zoom Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 862 5415 6781
Passcode 445314

Questions? Email Linda Shealey at lindas@newlt.org or call 920-738-7265.