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Boynton Festival, Saturday, August 22, 2026 Registration now open!
Join us for a one-of-a-kind day inspired by Björklunden’s renowned seminar experience—where curiosity leads and everyone has a place in the conversation. Events are free; lunch options available for a…
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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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Lighting the Way With … Terry Moran: Amid chaos, storytelling is alive and well
Read More: Lighting the Way With … Terry Moran: Amid chaos, storytelling is alive and wellTerry Moran ’82 (left) shares a moment with biology professor Israel Del Toro during the 2019 Giving Day at Lawrence.
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Lawrence students can access funds to pursue passion projects, engaged learning
Read More: Lawrence students can access funds to pursue passion projects, engaged learningSummer research, including work done by Lawrence students last summer at Two Creeks Buried State Forest Natural Area, is funded via the Lawrence University Research Fellows (LURF) program. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Student Snapshot: Maddy Tevonian follows her interest in religion, mythology
Read More: Student Snapshot: Maddy Tevonian follows her interest in religion, mythologyMaddy Tevonian, a sophomore double majoring in religious studies and art history, decided to attend Lawrence for numerous reasons. She liked that Lawrence was the perfect distance from her home without feeling too far away and her financial aid and scholarship offers were generous. However, the deciding factor in her decision came after an overnight…
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Student Snapshot: Emma Goodman’s passion for art leads her to art history
Read More: Student Snapshot: Emma Goodman’s passion for art leads her to art historyEmma Goodman, a junior pursuing a double major in studio art and art history, first heard about Lawrence through a friend, but was ultimately drawn in due to the supportive interpersonal relationships between students and professors. Goodman knew that she would be majoring in studio art when she came to Lawrence. She has always been…
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Lawrence installs charging station for electric vehicles in Memorial Chapel parking lot
Read More: Lawrence installs charging station for electric vehicles in Memorial Chapel parking lotA new EV charging station is located in the parking lot just east of Memorial Chapel.
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Kaiser stays connected with Lawrence: “Our learning is never finished”
Read More: Kaiser stays connected with Lawrence: “Our learning is never finished”Annie Kaiser ’11 knows how to keep herself engaged. As a Lawrence student, Kaiser joined clubs; founded organizations; served on the Lawrence University Community Council; and played basketball and soccer, earning All-Conference and Academic All-Conference honors in soccer. Throughout her time at Lawrence, Kaiser was building the skills she would utilize in her future career…
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Richard Zimman ’73 & Valerie Cox: Supporting Education
Read More: Richard Zimman ’73 & Valerie Cox: Supporting EducationAs a pair of lifelong learners and educators, married couple Richard Zimman ’73 and Valerie Cox know what makes a strong education. Together, they have an abundance of experience at nearly all levels of education. Zimman was a middle and high school teacher for years before rising through the ranks to serve as superintendent of…
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Dr. Mohit Gupta ’11: Staying Involved
Read More: Dr. Mohit Gupta ’11: Staying InvolvedSince graduating from Lawrence in 2011, Dr. Mohit Gupta has never ceased his involvement with his alma mater. As a member of his Class Leadership Team and an admissions volunteer, Gupta has interviewed prospective students and helped with admitted student receptions and college fairs. As a donor, Gupta has supported Lawrence with eight years of…
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Lighting the Way With … Kir-Sey Fam: Into the tech fray with Disney+
Read More: Lighting the Way With … Kir-Sey Fam: Into the tech fray with Disney+Kir-Sey Fam ’19 joined Disney+ in New York right after graduating from Lawrence in June. The software engineer was part of the team making the massive November launch of Disney+ happen.
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As Great Midwest Trivia Contest evolves, students hold tight to cherished traditions
Read More: As Great Midwest Trivia Contest evolves, students hold tight to cherished traditionsRiley Newton is serving as the 2022 trivia head master.
