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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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Lawrence welcomes new incoming class
Read More: Lawrence welcomes new incoming classA cherished tradition: the walk through Lawrence University’s Welcome Arch. (Photos by Danny Damiani)
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Beyond the classroom: 83 Lawrence students transform summer into research opportunities
Read More: Beyond the classroom: 83 Lawrence students transform summer into research opportunitiesAnn Ellsworth and junior Leo Rodda, a music major, listen to their edited tracks. (July 18, 2025; Photo by Deanna Kolell)
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West Campus opens as interdisciplinary hub for creative learning, collaboration, and community engagement
Read More: West Campus opens as interdisciplinary hub for creative learning, collaboration, and community engagement(From left to right) Lawrence University, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Alison Scott-Williams; Provost and Dean of the Faculty, Professor of History Peter Blitstein; President Laurie A. Carter; Board of Trustees Susan Hall; International Relations & Spanish major and LUCC President, Brooklyn Schara; VP of Finance and Administration Brian Foss.
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Pre-Health Commons opens as healthcare hub to foster deeper connection
Read More: Pre-Health Commons opens as healthcare hub to foster deeper connection(From left to right) Lawrence University, Provost and Dean of the Faculty and Associate Professor of History Peter Blitstein; Neuroscience major, Taylor Svoboda, Class of 2026; President Laurie Carter; Raymond H. Herzog Professor of Science and Professor of Biology, Beth De Stasio; and Vice President and Chief of Staff, Christyn Abaray.
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Lawrence Opera Theatre, Kristin Roach honored by The American Prize
Read More: Lawrence Opera Theatre, Kristin Roach honored by The American PrizeThe cast of Cendrillon performs, directed by Kristin Roach, on February 27, 2024. (Photo by Ken Cobb)
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Lawrence University welcomes Liv Johnson as second-year dean
Read More: Lawrence University welcomes Liv Johnson as second-year deanWhen students return to Lawrence this fall, they’ll have a new and dedicated resource to help them navigate their educational journey. Liv Johnson, a seasoned higher education professional and proud Army veteran, stepped into her role as Second Year Dean in the Office of Student Life at Lawrence University on August 15, 2025. In her…
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Lawrence Tuned In: Celebrating 12 Years of Mile of Music in Appleton
Read More: Lawrence Tuned In: Celebrating 12 Years of Mile of Music in AppletonMichael Murphy ’23 (center) performs at the 2025 Mile of Music festival alongside Ryan Erdmann ’22 (left). (Photo by Juan Marin ’20)
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Concerts by the Lake Return to Bjorklunden!
Read More: Concerts by the Lake Return to Bjorklunden!2024 concertgoers enjoy a lovely lakeside performance.
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DOCO Jazz Festival and Door Shakespeare Bring a Day of Arts to Björklunden
Read More: DOCO Jazz Festival and Door Shakespeare Bring a Day of Arts to BjörklundenSpend a Day at Björklunden Celebrating the Arts on August 7th! Björklunden is teaming up with the Door County Jazz Festival and Door Shakespeare to present a full afternoon-into-evening of arts and culture including remarkable jazz, delicious barbeque, creative conversation, and live theater. Join us for a free Door County Jazz Festival concert at 4:00pm…
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Acclaimed choreographer Robert Battle sets tone as Lawrence debuts Creator in Residence program
Read More: Acclaimed choreographer Robert Battle sets tone as Lawrence debuts Creator in Residence programLawrence students present a dress rehearsal of “Gather Together,” a dance performance presented during Spring Term. (Photos by Danny Damiani)
