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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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Björklunden Goes Kinetic
Read More: Björklunden Goes KineticJumaane Taylor will showcase his tap dancing skills during DKAF this year. Photo courtesy of DKAF.
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Two-year grant helps put new focus on career exploration, discernment in the humanities
Read More: Two-year grant helps put new focus on career exploration, discernment in the humanitiesHistory professor Jake Frederick leads an Emergence of the Modern World class during Spring Term. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Lawrence’s Welcome Week helps new students build connections with peers, campus
Read More: Lawrence’s Welcome Week helps new students build connections with peers, campusNew students will again process from the Lawrence Arch to Memorial Chapel for the President’s Welcome. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Bjornerud’s latest book blends personal reflections with the grander story of our rocky planet
Read More: Bjornerud’s latest book blends personal reflections with the grander story of our rocky planetMarcia Bjornerud at Cactus Rock near New London. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Lawrence alumnus Mike Spofford embraces ‘Insider’ connections from legendary Lambeau Field
Read More: Lawrence alumnus Mike Spofford embraces ‘Insider’ connections from legendary Lambeau FieldAt the office: Mike Spofford ’94 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Alums Blair, Murphy embrace Lawrence as they return to Appleton to play Mile of Music
Read More: Alums Blair, Murphy embrace Lawrence as they return to Appleton to play Mile of MusicJulia Blair ’11 is backed by musicians from the Lawrence Chamber Music Festival during the 2024 Mile of Music. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
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Lawrence mourns passing of coaching legend, trailblazer Mary Heinecke Poulson
Read More: Lawrence mourns passing of coaching legend, trailblazer Mary Heinecke PoulsonMary Heinecke Poulson works with Lawrence tennis players in the 1980s. (Lawrence University Archives)
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Amy Wilson named Vice President of Advancement at Lawrence University; brings 30 years of expertise
Read More: Amy Wilson named Vice President of Advancement at Lawrence University; brings 30 years of expertiseAmy Wilson will lead Lawrence University’s fundraising and alumni engagement activities as the institution’s next Vice President of Advancement. She also will serve as a member of Lawrence’s President’s Cabinet. President Laurie A. Carter commented, “We are delighted to appoint Amy to the Vice President of Advancement. She brings a comprehensive background of leadership, planning,…
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‘Deeply moved’: Donation of rare book collection provides invaluable academic resources
Read More: ‘Deeply moved’: Donation of rare book collection provides invaluable academic resourcesBeth Zinsli on the books in the Richmond Rare Book Collection: “They’re here to be used, not just viewed.” (Photos by Danny Damiani)
