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Monday, May 12 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Warch 325-Pusey Room
Students, staff, and faculty are invited to the inaugural lecture of the Robert S. French Lecture Series, titled “What Lincoln Knew About Science: And Did It Matter?” presented by alumnus James Cornelius ’81.
Robert S. French was an avid Lincoln scholar and a very generous donor to the Seeley G. Mudd Library.
Please join us for this event.
Friday, May 16 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Viking Room
Join your fellow professional staff members for Staff Happy Hour, an afternoon of connection, celebration, and well-earned fun!
Hosted by Staff Council, this event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, enjoy catered bites from a local favorite, and toast to all the hard work and dedication that make our community thrive. Come for the food and drinks—stay for the music, games, and great company. We look forward to seeing you there!
After our spring event, you can enjoy the Light Up the Night Market, which is happening downtown on Friday, May 16.
Please reach out to cole.hepburn@lawrence.edu with any questions about the event. Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
The time is coming for this year’s Unity Fest, known in former years as the Cultural Festival! Unity Fest is a collaboration between the D&IC and CODA to come together and celebrate the campus communities with performances and food.
This year’s Unity Fest will take place Wednesday, May 21 from 5-7 p.m. in Wriston Amphitheater.
We are reaching out to ask for your help in making sure that our celebration can run smoothly. Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form to let us know how you would like to be a part of this year’s Unity Fest. There are several different types of opportunities with the time commitments listed.
Please reach out to venn.peters@lawrence.edu with any questions about the event or volunteer opportunities. Thank you for considering, and we hope to see you at Unity Fest!
As we approach the end of the academic year, we’re excited to once again host LUaroo, Lawrence University’s beloved, student-run music festival held annually over Memorial Day weekend. This year’s celebration will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 24–25, on Main Hall Green—and we’re looking for faculty and staff volunteers to help make it a success!
LUaroo is a two-day festival featuring a mix of on- and off-campus performers. It’s one of the most anticipated events of the year for our students—and your presence helps ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
We’re seeking volunteers to:
Interested in volunteering part of your weekend? Sign up here: LUaroo Volunteers 2025.xlsx
Campus Safety will be present throughout both days, and we’re aiming to have three faculty/staff volunteers present at all times to support our student organizers.
Thank you for considering lending your time and energy to this Lawrence tradition. Your support means the world to our students who have worked hard to bring LUaroo to life!
We’d like to invite you to host an EPIC Experience for our incoming first-year students this upcoming academic year. It is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on incoming students and build meaningful connections through fun activities and mentorship.
What’s an EPIC Experience?
EPIC Experiences are meant to have students engage and explore something fun that interests them and allows them the chance to connect with each other and the Lawrence community while building community and fostering a sense of belonging.
Why You?
Why not you? We’d love to see you be part of this transformational experience for first-year students. There is a small stipend for your participation. It will only take up about 8-10 hours of your time for the entire academic year. The first few weeks on campus are often challenging and full of adjustment. Your participation would directly support student belonging, engagement, and retention.
Next Steps:
Questions?
Contact Kristi Koshuta, First Year Dean
920-832-7203
kristi.koshuta@lawrence.edu
Monday, May 5 | 12-1 p.m.
International House
Take a midday break and join us for a flavorful celebration of Cinco de Mayo, connect with friends, and learn about the rich history and cultural significance of this vibrant holiday!
Wednesday, May 7 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Main 201
This talk provides an overview of dual language immersion in the U.S., with a focus on two-way immersion (TWI) programs. In TWI programs, a balanced number of students from each target language group are enrolled in a class, allowing for greater exposure to the second language through peer interaction compared to one-way immersion programs. This study examines how elementary school children in a Japanese-English TWI program in the U.S. develop their speaking skills, as measured by the ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL), and their pronunciation accuracy, assessed through acoustic analysis (i.e., voice onset time).
Monday, May 5 | 2-5 p.m.
Warch 226-Mead Witter
Open panel discussions on the MMIW epidemic and its impacts on Native communities.
Monday, May 5 | 3-5 p.m.
Warch Lobby—Near Mail Room
Posters explaining the issues of indigenous people who have gone missing and been murdered across the nation over the years and how it has had detrimental effects on the affected communities. There will also be resources on a university, county, state, tribal, and federal level, along with organizations that specialize in this type of work and how allies are able to help. At 5 p.m., we will go outside and hang up red dress around campus and also tie red ribbons across campus as well.
Wednesday, May 7 | 6-8 p.m.
Warch 324—Somerset Room
Test your knowledge in teams of 4 with some stress-free trivia!
Thursday, May 8 | All Day Event
Meet at Wriston Turnaround, then go to Milwaukee (transportation provided)
Regardless of your major or class year, you’re invited to spend a day connecting with professionals in the visual & performing arts (VPA) at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre and the Museum of Wisconsin Art! Not only will you get to network with employers, but this trek will provide a valuable learning experience in terms of both career exploration and professional development! See Handshake for details and to register by May 4.
