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Funded summer internships and research for students

The application window for funded summer internships and summer research projects is now open!

The goal of these funding opportunities is to remove financial barriers, enabling students to engage in valuable experiential learning that advances their academic and career success.

Last year, over $233K was distributed to 75 students!

Questions? Contact Michelle Buchinger:
michelle.m.buchinger@lawrence.edu

Lawrence-Funded Internships

Pre-arranged, Lawrence-funded internships with designated organizations

Internship sites include:

  • Bread for the World (Washington, D.C.)
  • Broadway Cares (New York, NY)
  • Safe Passage Project (New York, NY)
  • Her Next Play (Twin Cities, MN)
  • YMCA (Appleton, WI)

Additional Programs:

Open-Competition Internships and Projects

Funding is available for internships or projects that students secure independently.

  • How to apply: Students must meet specific grant criteria.
  • Eligibility: Must return to campus for at least one term after the experience.
  • Priority Deadline: March 28, 2025
  • More information

Funding options include:

  • Summer Experience Funding (for unpaid or law-paid internships/research)
  • Dennis Huebner Pre-Law Fund (for legal career exploration)
  • Eloise Frick Cherven Fund (for projects/research across geology-focused disciplines)
  • Class of 1968 Peace & Social Justice Fund (for projects addressing social justice, peace, or environmental issues)

Everyday Encounters: United in Chaos

Thursday, Jan. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Tacos will be served at 6:15 p.m.
Warch 226 – Mead Witter Room

The President’s Committee on Diversity Affairs (PCDA) invites students, faculty, and staff to join us for “United in Chaos: Everyday Encounters.”

Please RSVP to attend before Jan. 13!

RSVP for everyday encounters

The “Everyday Encounters” series seeks to provide a safe and respectful environment for open dialogue about some of the most pressing and divisive issues in today’s society, including election outcomes and political polarization. This series aims to equip participants with the tools needed to navigate these topics thoughtfully, helping them engage with empathy, reflect on their own role in fostering inclusive conversations, and explore the complexities that underpin democracy and social justice.

Join us in creating a space for connection and mutual understanding. We look forward to engaging with you and sharing more resources in the coming days. If you have any questions, please contact IDEAS@lawrence.edu

Annual Staff Chili Cook Off

Wednesday, Jan. 15 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Warch Campus Center- Somerset Room

Participants

Compete for your chance to win the Golden Crock Pot Trophy! Use the form below to sign up to participate in the cookoff. There will be prizes for Best Chili, Best Name, and Best Table Decor, so start brainstorming your creative ideas!

You can start setting up at 10:30 a.m.

Questions? Contact Cole Hepburn (cole.hepburn@lawrence.edu).

Sign up to make chili!

WELLU Massages

Wellness Services is pleased to offer subsidized full-body therapeutic massage services for winter term.

Appointments are available for 50 minute table massages and cost is $30 on campus and $35 at the YMCA.

Massages are available for all students and employees just once per term.

You must sign up to be eligible for the discounted price. E-mail Erin Buenzli to schedule an appointment. Limit one per term.

Personal Safety Class

Faculty and staff are invited to attend Personal Safety Classes throughout Winter Term. They will take place every other Monday starting Jan. 13 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Warch 226-Mead Witter.

  • January 13
  • January 27
  • February 10
  • February 24
  • March 10

Please RSVP using the link below; there must be a minimum number of participants for the class to run.

RSVP for Personal Safety Class

Housing Info Sessions

Fox Commons Pre-Health Community Housing

Wednesday, January 8 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Warch – Esch Hurvis (225)

Information session for students interested in applying to live at Fox Commons as part of the Pre-Health learning community.

Fox Commons B&E Community Housing

Friday, January 10 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Warch – Esch Hurvis (225)

Information session for students interested in applying to live at Fox Commons as part of the Business & Entrepreneurship learning community.

Group Housing

Sunday, January 12 | 2-3 p.m.
Warch – Pusey (325)

The LUCC Residence Life Committee will hold informational sessions for the Lawrence community on group housing and the selection process. At least 2 group representatives must attend one of these sessions to apply for group housing, and at least one will be living in the group housing for the entirety of the application year.