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Open Positions

The following positions are open at Lawrence.  If you know of anyone that may be a great candidate, please encourage them to apply.  If you would like to apply for an open position, please apply at https://lawrencecareers.silkroad.com.

  • Accessibility Services and Academic Skills Specialist
  • Administrative Assistant for International Student Services (part time)
  • Assistant/Associate Director of Social Media
  • Assistant Professor of Art History
  • Assistant Professor of Music – Horn
  • Assistant Professor of Music – Oboe
  • Assistant Registrar
  • Associate Dean of Spiritual and Religious Life
  • Director of Human Resources
  • Head Men’s Basketball Coach
  • Head Women’s Basketball Coach
  • Head Women’s Soccer Coach
  • Instructional Designer
  • Instructor of Theatre Arts – Scenic Design
  • Payroll Coordinator

PAE Winners

The President’s Award of Excellence Committee and President Burstein are pleased to announce the 2017 President’s Award of Excellence. We had a lot of great nominations again this year, and it was a hard decision. The awards are based on the following criteria: support, stewardship, innovation and teamwork. The winners this year excel in all areas. Please congratulate Nicole Schultz from Campus Services and Lisa VanZeeland from Payroll!

Nicole is responsible for maintaining Lawrence cleanliness standards for Wilson House, the Chapel, and other offices on campus. Nicole showcases all of the criteria for the award. A hallmark of Nicole’s work is her above-and-beyond commitment to the support of the Lawrence family. She does not just take care of buildings, she takes care of people. Those of us who are fortunate enough to have worked in a building that Nicole takes care of can attest to her deep care and responsible management of University resources. Her work is exceptionally thorough, as evidenced by how spotlessly clean her buildings look and smell. Nicole drives innovation, initiative, and leadership in the workplace in several ways. She is always finding creative ways to do her work, problem solve, and support the team better. For example, she takes the initiative to alert staff when supplies are getting low or to submit repair orders. Though she rarely sees us, Nicole understands how important her role is to the work we do every day. Congrats, Nicole, on this achievement!

Lisa is responsible for the payroll process at Lawrence. Lisa exemplifies all of the criteria listed for the award. She extensively supports the international student community in an above and beyond what is expected, but in a way that helps both the Payroll and the International Student Services Office work together efficiently and effectively. No matter what the task, Lisa is always exceptionally cheerful, helpful, and friendly.  The international students are always exceedingly grateful for her help and always feel like they can go to Lisa’s office with a question or concern. Lisa is always driving innovation and showing her leadership by offering ideas to improve efficiency, preparing documents in advance, and most importantly sets an example of a consummate professional always being kind and understanding to students. Congratulations on this achievement, Lisa!

Please take a minute to congratulate Nicole and Lisa. The awards were presented at the Service Award Luncheon, and the winners will also be recognized during the next all-staff meeting. A big thank you to everyone who nominated a colleague. We appreciate the considerable effort that went into each nomination and look forward to reviewing the nominations again next year. Thank you!

—President Burstein & the President’s Award of Excellence Committee

 

https://youtu.be/r6l1nKrPH3Y (Lisa Van Zee Land)

https://youtu.be/ZTToSyNqPkU (Nicole Schultz)

INx: Internship Information Exchange – Next Thursday, February 15

Career Services is hosting a networking event for students to connect with employers and peers for internship opportunities! See which employers and students are coming by visiting the Facebook Event! Guest speakers include Terry Franke ’68 from Productive Strategies and Scott Myers ’79  recently retired from Accenture. Staff and faculty are welcome to join as we celebrate the success of past interns and support students in searching for internships.
8 – 9:30 p.m.; WCC, Esch Hurvis Studio

Upcoming Career Services Events

Tuesday, February 13
Workforce Career Fair Orientation*: Those who have registered to attend the Workforce Career Fair are required to attend this orientation to learn fundamental networking skills before you engage with nearly 200 employers who will be attending the fair Tuesday, February 20. Those who are still interested in attending can register on LUworks before February 12 and follow the steps to confirm your place.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 5 – 6 p.m.; Career Services, 2nd Floor, Alice G. Chapman Hall, Room 202

Wednesday, February 14
Career Services Pop Up Table: Stop by to say hello to the team from Career Services, learn about the latest internship postings, ask questions and more!
3 – 5 p.m.; WCC, Near Mail Room

Omer Sayeed ‘87 Presentation: Hear Omer, Senior Vice President at Optum Advisory Services, discuss how to engage in career planning early and how to strategize your career pathway into consulting at Optum. Please note, students who have been admitted into the Lawrence Scholars in Business Program should attend this presentation.
6 – 7 p.m.; WCC, Cinema

Thursday, February 15
Internships 101: Before starting the internship search process, come chat with Michelle Cheney, our Internship Advisor, about support, search techniques and tools available to start your internship search.
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.; Career Services, 2nd Floor, Alice G. Chapman Hall

Third Annual Shadow Silicon Valley

David Eddy ’81 and Chiao-Yu Tuan ’14 have graciously offered to provide an insider’s view into the ecosystem of Silicon Valley, taking place this year during spring break.  Visits will include Facebook, Google and Airbnb among other networking stops and events. The application process consists of a resume and cover letter being emailed to Amanda Netzel, Assistant Director of Career Services, by Monday, February 19 at 5 p.m.

February 14th – Ash Wednesday Services

If you are taking time on Wednesday, February 14th to begin the Lenten season with ashes, there are several local churches where you can find services that will help you begin your reflective journey before the observance of Easter.

All Saints Episcopal Church|
100 North Drew Street
12pm and 7pm

Emmanuel United Methodist Church
740 East College Avenue
5:30 Meal before (free to LU students)
6:30pm service

First Congregational UCC of Appleton
724 East South River Street
5pm-6:45 lasagna dinner
7pm worship

First English Lutheran
6:15pm (downtown – 326 E. North Street)
6:15pm & 9:30pm (north – 6331 N. Ballard Road)

First United Methodist Church of Appleton
325 East Franklin Street
6:15pm

Memorial Presbyterian Church of Appleton
803 East College Ave
7pm

St. Mary & St. Josephs Parishes
312 South State Street
4:30pm

Zion Lutheran Church
912 N. Oneida Street
6pm

Meditation: Have no fear of silence

Meditation

Have no fear of silence.
Practice: stopping and letting go.

The Meditation Room at Center for SRL and can be reserved or used for drop-in when there is a need for a quiet space.  Students staff and faculty are welcome to visit the Center for SRL and the Meditation Room during break times.

Regular meditation at Center for SRL happens each Wednesday, 4:30pm.

Outdoor Recreation Club Spring Break trips

ORC organizes subsidized backcountry trips to places all across the country, and sends ~100 students on trips every year. ORC trips have no requirement for any previous backcountry experience, the club provides all necessary gear, and can also can offer additional financial support to cover trip costs.

Click on the link for ORC planned trips, application and financial award forms.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1187vBtpXd6FWckedDlcJnNAyPpJkm3wk?usp=sharing

Applications are due this coming Sunday, 1/11 at midnight

Accreditation FAQ

Accreditation FAQ

Lawrence is preparing for an accreditation review, a process that every major institution of higher learning undergoes. Below, please find answers to some common questions about the process.  

What is accreditation?

Accreditation is a process of review for ensuring that the education provided by colleges and universities meets high standards of quality. There are a variety of benchmarks, and every institution must undergo the full review process every ten years. Lawrence is in its renewal year.

Why does it matter?

Accreditation is a mark of quality assurance. Accreditation is important both for Lawrence’s reputation and access to important funding. Graduate schools and professional programs expect applicants to have completed an appropriate course of study at an accredited institution.  Accreditation is also a process for verifying compliance with federal regulations, eligibility for certain grants and federal funds, and encouraging institutional and educational improvement.

Who is our accrediting agency?

Lawrence is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the regional agency that accredits degree-granting institutions in 19 states in the northern and central part of the U.S.

What does the accreditation review entail?

Accreditation involves a variety of submissions, including an assurance argument and evidence file, quality initiative, and federal compliance file, as well as invitations for the public to submit comments to the HLC. Representatives from peer institutions will review Lawrence’s materials, visit the campus, and produce a report that the HLC uses to determine our accreditation status.

When is Lawrence’s review taking place?

Fall 2018. Lawrence’s materials will be submitted by September 1 and the site visit will take place October 1-2. There are other deadlines throughout the year for notifying people about the accreditation process, gathering materials for the reports, and so on.

How can I help?

Lawrence has a team of administrators, faculty, and staff producing our submissions, meeting HLC requirements, and preparing for the site visit. You play a key role in the process by responding to and prioritizing requests from members of the team in a timely fashion. You may also be asked to review part of the materials the team has assembled. As we prepare for the comprehensive evaluation visit on October 1-2, you will learn more about what to expect and what role you can play.  Stay tuned for more information!