Lawrence Archives

	A Collegiette's Guide to Pinterest By Tammy Tran May 6, 2012 - 11:18am A picture can say a thousand words, and sometimes that’s all you really need. Have you ever come across a captivating image on the web that you’ve wanted to save and share? I’m talking about that picture you’ve seen that inspired you to redecorate your dorm room, bake up a storm, or recreate your wardrobe. Welcome to Pintrest- the virtual pinboard. Pintrest is a new social media site that aims to create an online community where members can get inspired through sharing images. READ MORE
	Harry Kraemer '77: From Values to Action By Ariella Morik May 1, 2012 - 12:06pm Join author and Lawrence alumnus Harry Kraemer '77 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 in the Pusey Room of the Warch Campus Center for a discussion on his book "From Values to Action: The Four Principles of Values-Based Leadership." READ MORE
	Reading Period-- Finally a Break! By Ariella Morik May 1, 2012 - 11:55am Reading period is quickly approaching! You only have one more full day of classes remaining until a much needed four-day vacation from school. Whether you're staying on campus or venturing home to spend time with the family, make sure you get some rest (and do your work!-- or some work at least). READ MORE
	Poetry Reading With William Fuller '75 By Ariella Morik May 1, 2012 - 11:50am William Fuller writes poem that stage collisions of different kinds of diction-- literary, philosophical, corporate and colloquial. Responding to the project of the language poets, his work is at times playful, at times elegiac, but always committed to an explorations of the limits and the powers of lyric voice. Fuller is the author of a number of books and chapbooks, inclduing "The Sugar Borders," "Aether," "Sadly," "Avoid Activity" and "Watchword." Location: Wriston Art Galleries READ MORE
	Life after Lawrence: Social Media’s Role in the Professional World By Kelsi Bruun-Bryant April 30, 2012 - 3:24pm As students of a highly involved community, we constantly rely on social media to connect with our peers and to keep ourselves knowledgeable about upcoming campus events and opportunities. In other instances, we use social media as an escape from reading a dense textbook or writing an analytical paper or lab report. Social media clearly plays a significant role in our current lives on campus, but what role will it play in our lives after Lawrence? READ MORE
	Earth Day 2012 By Alex Koszewski April 29, 2012 - 5:22pm Students enjoyed Earth Day activities on Saturday April 21st in front of Main Hall. The gathering was put together by the student group, Green Fire, and included homemade food, live entertainment, and various arts and crafts. READ MORE
	Wearable Art: Understanding the Handmade Craze By Tammy Tran April 28, 2012 - 6:19pm It feels great to love what your wearing for the simple reason that it is an expression of who you are. Fashion becomes a lot more fun when it comes from a place deeper than a quest for conformity. When you pick out an outfit because of who you are and what you stand for, that’s when you don’t only look fabulous, but you feel it too! READ MORE
	Designing for the Stage: Karin Kopischke '80 By Jenny Angeli April 28, 2012 - 6:06pm Did you happen to venture to the conservatory at all this year to see one of the many productions? Well if you did, you can thank Karin Kopischke for the beautiful costumes. Karin is a Lawrence alum and has her time spent as a student here to thank for steering her in the right direction. She said “Being a costume designer, you have to have a basic knowledge of theatre, literature, world history, cultural history, psychology, art, fashion & textiles. Lawrence gave me a wonderful Liberal Arts base from which to work. READ MORE
	Zac Cooper '14 By Ariella Morik April 26, 2012 - 11:43am Nominee's Year: Sophomore Major: Theatre Hometown: Kenosha, WI Relationship status: It's complicated What he does on campus: Theatre, Beta Theta Pi, Film Club, Sailing Club Nominee's interests: Film, acting, dressing exquisitely, killing zombies, pokemon, philosophy, late 90's studies. READ MORE
	S.O.U.P.: Poetry Slam By Alex Koszewski April 26, 2012 - 11:24am S.O.U.P hosted Katie Wirsing Tuesday April 24th in the cafe. A member of the poetry team who won the National Poetry Slam in 2006, she has appeared on NPR, BBC, and countless local radio stations. She takes on any issue with her words; everything from the loss of her grandmother to dancing. READ MORE