Congratulations are in order for Anna Simeth! Anna was honored with the Appleton Education Association’s “Friend of Education Award” for her ongoing work on a Leadership Fox Cities community project: “Family Dinner Night.” She shared the stage with other community leaders recognized for their commitment to education, including Dr. John Mielke who was honored for his 26 years of service on the Appleton School Board. Please join us in thanking Anna and her LFC colleagues for their remarkable contributions towards making the Fox Cities a healthier community.
Payroll Holiday Deadline
Reminder: With the upcoming Labor Day Holiday (and welcome week) we will need time sheets approved earlier than normal. If at all possible, please approve your staff’s time sheets by noon on Friday 9/1. The only exception to that is the staff who will be working over the weekend or who are on call, those time sheets will need to be approved prior to Monday (Labor Day) morning at 7:00 a.m.
Please work with your staff to ensure that everyone is submitting to you in a timely manner. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact payroll and we will work out a solution.
We appreciate all of your help on this! Looking forward to seeing many of you during welcome week!
Bon Appétit Catering Director Change
Lola Rottier, Catering Director, Bon Appétit is retiring on August 31. Please join me in congratulating her on her accomplishments and dedication to Lawrence University and Bon Appétit catering.
Going forward, please contact Debra Walker at Debra.walker@cafebonappetit.com or 832-7305 with all of your catering needs for the Warch Campus Center or other areas around campus.
Monthly Health Tips from Laurie
If you follow medical news, you’ve probably heard of studies that link gut bacteria to various health conditions and medical concerns. Gut bacteria is perhaps known primarily for helping aid in the digestion of our food. But did you know that gut bacteria has been shown to influence the response of our immune system? Or that recent studies indicate that gut bacteria may contribute to depression, and the development of autism in young children?
Research will certainly continue to delve into this arena — but in the meantime, it appears beneficial to maintain healthy gut bacteria. Eating more prebiotic and probiotic foods can help. Prebiotics are generally high-fiber foods that good bacteria feed on, which helps them to proliferate. These include things like whole grains, artichokes, asparagus, garlic, onion, and bananas. Probiotics are fermented foods that carry living beneficial bacteria. Examples are yogurt, tempeh, kefir, kombucha, and sauerkraut. Try incorporating more of these into your diet on a regular basis. And for optimal gut health, only use antibiotics when necessary – as antibiotics often kill both bad and good bacteria, which can contribute to digestive issues.
More information can be found in the August Newsletter.
August 23 Mudd Library Coffeehouse: Movement and Mindfulness in the Mudd
You’ve heard about mindfulness and the scientifically-proven benefits that practitioners enjoy, including increased productivity, improved concentration and mental clarity, heightened compassion and self-awareness, better sleep, and deeper relaxation. Join us to learn some simple mindfulness techniques and gentle yoga stretches you can do at your desk. The practice is simple. Showing up is the challenge!
Join us on Wednesday, August 23 at 10 a.m. on the first floor of the Mudd Library for our final coffeehouse of the summer! As always, refreshments will be provided.
Lawe Street Bridge Closure
The Lawe Street Bridge over the Fox River will be closed starting Tuesday, August 15th for approximately 3 weeks. The City is aware that the move in date for new students is September 5th and they anticipate the work being complete and the bridge re-opened in time.
New Hire/Job Changes 8/17
The following colleagues have been hired, rehired or have a new position within the last two weeks. If you see them on campus, please welcome them to Lawrence or congratulate them on their new position!
- Alex Babbitt, Film Festival and Conference Assistant (Film Studies)
- Kaitlyn Bellingar, Staff Counselor (Health and Wellness)
- Katelyn Bittner, Associate Director of Admissions and Director of Conservatory Admissions (Admissions)
- Ramona Gonzalez, Custodian (Campus Services)
- William Krautkramer, Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach (Athletics)
- Abigail Screnock, Administrative Coordinator of Athletics (Athletics)
- Hope Wreath, Assistant Woman’s Soccer Coach (Athletics)
Careers at Lawrence 8/17
We have the following job openings available, if you or someone you know is interested please apply online or send your resume to human resources!
*Assistant Softball Coach
*Assistant Ice Hockey Coach and Assistant Performance Coach
*Administrative Assistant – Science Buildings (Part Time)
*Administrative Assistant – Wriston Art Center
*Assistant Woman’s Basketball Coach
*Conservatory Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director
*Assistant Director of Campus Safety
*Health and Wellness Department Office Coordinator
*Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions
*Assistant/Associate Director of Annual Giving
*Assistant Director of Career Services- Internships
*Assistant Director of Parent and Conservatory Giving
*Staff Counselor
Faculty Searches:
*Assistant Professor in Music- Oboe
*Assistant Professor in Music – Horn
*Assistant Professor in Psychology – Animal Neuroscience
*Assistant Professor in Gender Studies
Join us Today! 2017 Diversity Conference
There is still time to join us at Lawrence University’s 2017 Diversity Conference!
This year’s conference theme is Teaching All Students Well: Preparing an Educated Citizenry for Wise Participation in a Diverse Democracy. We look forward to benefiting from the collective wisdom of those presenting and attending the conference. We will have opportunities for professional development, networking and forming new partnerships to enhance the education of students throughout the education system and across disciplines.
We hope you will join us to be inspired, enlightened and filled with a renewed sense of urgency related to teaching all students well!
Register today at the Conference!
Registration is FREE for faculty, staff and students.
Registration for the public: $175
View the program here
For questions or additional information, contact Michelle Lasecki-Jahnke at 920-832-6744 or michelle.l.lasecki-jahnke@lawrence.edu.
Visit the Athletics Online Store this week!
The new Lawrence University Athletics Online Store has been open for business for a short time, and the closing date for the first round of orders is Friday, Aug. 18. Please go to vikings.lawrence.edu and click on the banner for the store. You will find a large selection of apparel for men, women and children. Items will be delivered in about three weeks after the closing date.