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Lawrence University student earns Yenching Fellowship, one of the world’s most prestigious programs for emerging global leaders
Lawrence University graduate Cao Le Quynh Anh ’26 will begin a fully funded master’s degree as a Yenching Fellow at Peking University in Beijing this fall, joining one of the…
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Choosing Joy: Student speaker Megan Eisenstein’s journey of self-discovery
Megan Eisenstein ’26 is a government major with minors in dance and statistics and data science.
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Two Lawrence University music faculty win GRAMMY award
Lawrence University’s Michael Clayville and Erin Lesser, members of the acclaimed band, Alarm Will Sound, won Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards.
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Lawrence University Launches Commuter Student Program
A fresh snowfall welcomes students on their walk through campus.
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John Pfefferle, Paul Hoffman, and Tom Janssen Gift Prime Downtown Appleton Property to Lawrence University
City Center East in downtown Appleton, Wisconsin
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Upgrade of half-mile stretch of Lawrence’s Riverwalk Trail expected to begin next year
Read More: Upgrade of half-mile stretch of Lawrence’s Riverwalk Trail expected to begin next yearThe section of the Riverwalk Trail behind Warch Campus Center, just east of Lawe Street, will be part of a trail upgrade project beginning in 2022. The project covers the half-mile stretch of trail that runs along the river on the south side of campus. (Photos by Danny Damiani)
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Decoda Chamber Music Festival to include eight public performances in Appleton
Read More: Decoda Chamber Music Festival to include eight public performances in AppletonMembers of Decoda will lead the Decoda Chamber Music Festival in Appleton. (Maria McColl photo)
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Hello, Class of 2025: It’s OK to be nervous; we’re all looking for ways to connect
Read More: Hello, Class of 2025: It’s OK to be nervous; we’re all looking for ways to connectConnecting with others on campus is part of the college journey. After more than a year of pandemic protocols, we may need a little help along the way. We’ve got some advice.
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Chill out: 10 nearby places Lawrentians can cool down with an ice cream treat
Read More: Chill out: 10 nearby places Lawrentians can cool down with an ice cream treatWhat’s better than ice cream on a hot day? Now that summer is at its hottest, I know I will be eating a TON of ice cream to stay cool. But I’m not going to be selfish and keep all the ice cream to myself. I’ve created this list of favorite places close to campus to get a…
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New era dawns as Laurie Carter begins tenure as Lawrence’s 17th president
Read More: New era dawns as Laurie Carter begins tenure as Lawrence’s 17th presidentPresident Laurie A. Carter (Photo courtesy of Shippensburg University)
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Legacy of Olive Hamar to live on with renaming of President’s House
Read More: Legacy of Olive Hamar to live on with renaming of President’s HouseThe president’s residence at Lawrence will now be known as Hamar House.
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Anxiety over registering for classes? Here are 11 tips from a student who’s been there
Read More: Anxiety over registering for classes? Here are 11 tips from a student who’s been thereThelma B. Jimenez-Anglada, assistant professor of Spanish, teaches a Spring Term Spanish class.
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Bright spots: How Lawrence is positioned to succeed amid higher ed challenges
Read More: Bright spots: How Lawrence is positioned to succeed amid higher ed challengesPresident Mark Burstein delivers his final address during Commencement on June 13.
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Get out and explore: Our favorite trails, parks with easy access from campus
Read More: Get out and explore: Our favorite trails, parks with easy access from campusThe North Island Trail is among the trails with quick and easy access from the Lawrence campus.
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Board of Trustees welcomes two new members; Nettles begins term as chair
Read More: Board of Trustees welcomes two new members; Nettles begins term as chairCory Nettles ’92, here speaking at the June 13 Commencement, will begin his tenure as chair of the Lawrence University Board of Trustees on July 1.
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New Music Ensemble performances took audience interaction to new heights
Read More: New Music Ensemble performances took audience interaction to new heights“I’ve always been really inspired by music that is tied to the outdoors, but I’ve never played music that tries to emulate the outdoors.” — Helen Threlkeld ’23
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Podcasting evolves into increasingly popular teaching tool at Lawrence
Read More: Podcasting evolves into increasingly popular teaching tool at LawrenceFallon Sellers ’20 (left) and Georgia Greenberg ’20 record a podcast for their War and Pop Culture class. (Photos by Danny Damiani)
