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Menasha School District to host 5 home Football Games at Lawrence University’s Banta Bowl
When news spread that a tornado had torn through the Fox Cities on July 27, the community was left shaken from the devastation. Miraculously, no fatalities were reported, though dozens of…
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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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‘Doing Nothing’ course helps students build skills to unplug, think deeply
Read More: ‘Doing Nothing’ course helps students build skills to unplug, think deeplyLinda Morgan-Clement, the Julie Esch Hurvis Dean of Spiritual and Religious Life and chaplain to the university, leads a lesson in tai chi during the weekly Doing Nothing course. (Photos by Danny Damiani)
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On Main Hall Green With … Arnold Shober: Eye on politics, public policy
Read More: On Main Hall Green With … Arnold Shober: Eye on politics, public policyAbout the series: On Main Hall Green With … is an opportunity to connect with faculty on things in and out of the classroom. We’re featuring a different Lawrence faculty member each time — same questions, different answers. — Arnold Shober, professor of government, has been a close watcher of and a frequent commentator on…
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Construction begins on new track facilities at Whiting Field; completion expected in fall 2023
Read More: Construction begins on new track facilities at Whiting Field; completion expected in fall 2023President Laurie Carter and Director of Athletics Jason Imperati, center, lead the tossing of the first shovels of dirt at the Oct. 3 groundbreaking for the track and field project at Whiting Field. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Kaleidoscope set to return, showcasing musical skills of 400 students
Read More: Kaleidoscope set to return, showcasing musical skills of 400 studentsMark Dupere directs members of the Lawrence Symphony Orchestra as they prepare for Kaleidoscope. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Homecoming celebration returns after 20-year hiatus; tailgate party, Kaleidoscope concert part of fun
Read More: Homecoming celebration returns after 20-year hiatus; tailgate party, Kaleidoscope concert part of funA tailgate party at the Banta Bowl will be part of the Blue & White Homecoming Weekend Celebration. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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The Lawrence Advantage: an investment in our students
Read More: The Lawrence Advantage: an investment in our studentsThe Steitz/Youngchild Atrium is bustling early in Fall Term. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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For First-Year Studies faculty, learning comes along with the teaching
Read More: For First-Year Studies faculty, learning comes along with the teachingGarth Bond, associate professor of English, leads a discussion during a Fall Term First-Year Studies class in Main Hall. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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On Main Hall Green With … Ann Ellsworth: Music for a better world
Read More: On Main Hall Green With … Ann Ellsworth: Music for a better worldAnn Ellsworth poses for a photo on Main Hall Green. (Photo by Eden Sorensen)
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Davis relishes challenges, successes that come with being a student leader
Read More: Davis relishes challenges, successes that come with being a student leaderMalcolm Davis speaks to new students on the steps of Main Hall during the President’s Welcome. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Carter’s Matriculation Convocation address all about leaning into liberal arts
Read More: Carter’s Matriculation Convocation address all about leaning into liberal artsPresident Laurie Carter joins faculty in a procession into Memorial Chapel for the Matriculation Convocation. (Photos by Danny Damiani)
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Teaching excellence, first-year experience cited as U.S. News ranks Lawrence among top liberal arts colleges
Read More: Teaching excellence, first-year experience cited as U.S. News ranks Lawrence among top liberal arts collegesLawrence University rose in the U.S. News rankings in multiple categories, including Best First-Year Experience. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
