On May 16th Lawrence will participate in National Mental Health Awareness Month by hosting a display in the WCC Plaza (rain site is the Gallery) that symbolizes the impact of suicide. There will be 180 empty chairs set up to represent the number of Americans who die each day by suicide. On some of the chairs will be masks, Post Secret cards, and stories created by campus members. Anyone is invited to submit a story between now and May 15th, by clicking on the "Don't Sit in Silence" link to the left.
There will also be an opportunity that day for people to fill out a slip of paper in honor or memory of a loved one or friend. These will also be attached to one of the empty chairs. We will have green lapel ribbons to distribute.
Mask Project
Wednesday, May 8, 7:00pm - 10:00 pm, Plantz Hall Lounge
Mask and Postcard Display
Wednesday, March 6 - Wednesday, March 13, Warch Campus Center, The Gallery, 3rd floor.
Come see the masks and postcards that were created during Term II. If you wish, you may add comments.
Lawrence Post-Secret
Friday, February 15 to Monday February 18, Warch Campus Center, 4th floor
Do you have a secret you'd be willing to share with others? We will provide supplies for you to design or decorate a post card that will later be displayed at the campus center. These are the rules: the secret must be anonymous, true, brief, legible, and not offensive. LU postcards will stay on campus and will NOT be mailed anywhere.
Mask Project
Wednesday, February 20, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Colman Hall Lounge
Masks and all supplies will be provided. You may bring your own supplies if you wish. If you consent, your mask will be displayed at the campus center at a later date to be decided.
Science Hall Colloquium
Thursday January 17, 4:30pm, Thomas Steitz Hall of Science 102 – Lecture Hall
Jennifer Muehlenkamp, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology at UW-Eau Claire, will talk about the current models of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), with a focus on the emotion-regulating properties of the behavior. NSSI is a significant risk factor for suicide.
Counseling Services Campus Connection Group
Beginning Thursday January 17, 5:30pm, Warch Campus Center, Arthur Vining Davis Room
This group is ideal for students who are seeking extra support and connection in managing life on campus, which can be quite stressful – especially winter term. Specifically, we are hoping to reach students struggling to connect, struggling with anxiety, stress or depression. If you are interested in attending, please show up with your dinner. If you have questions, please contact Kathleen Schiltz: kathleen.schiltz@lawrence.edu
“Bullied” Documentary and Discussion with Jamie Nabozny
Tuesday January 22 7:30, Warch Campus Center, Cinema
As explained on the Bullied DVD jacket, “This is the story of Jamie Nabozny. His ordeal began in 6th grade and only got worse in high school. Years of unrelenting bullying took its toll. But Jamie decided to take a stand – against the bullying he endured and the bullying that he knew other students endured. He went to court and fought for the right to be safe at school, even if you are gay. His inspiring story offers hope for the millions of gay and lesbian students who still don’t feel safe at school.” This program is co-sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Lifeline, SHARB, GLOW, TWLOHA-LU chapter, the gender studies department, and is funded by a grant from the local Community Health Action Team (CHAT).
WELLU Wellness Fair
Wednesday January 30, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Warch Campus Center, Somerset Room
Lifeline will have a table at the Wellness Fair to promote awareness of Lifeline, QPR, and suicide prevention in general. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to register for QPR gatekeeper training.
