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Press Releases

Newsworthy events and achievements of Lawrence students, faculty, and staff are profiled in press releases issued by the Office of Communications.

Press Releases from 2011 2011

Lawrence University Earns Fifth Straight National Community Service Citation, Lawrence University

Shack-a-thon Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Raising Awareness, Support for Habitat for Humanity, Lawrence University

Outstanding Student Research Showcased in Annual Harrison Symposium, Lawrence University

Mexican Perspective on U.S.-Mexico Relations Concludes International Lecture Series, Lawrence University

Lawrence Alumna Discusses Impact of Mexican Immigration on U.S. Economy in International Series Address, Lawrence University

Lawrence Ensemble Hosts “Interactive” Evening of Baroque Music, Dance, Lawrence University

New York City’s Vanguard Jazz Orchestra Brings Big-Band Swing to Lawrence Memorial Chapel, Lawrence University

Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” Gets East Asian Treatment in Lawrence Senior Experience Production, Lawrence University

Two State Teachers Recognized as Outstanding Educators, a

Helen Boyd Named Recipient of State Community Activist Award, Lawrence University

Senior Leonard Hayes Wins National Piano Competition, Lawrence University

DownBeat Magazine Honors Lawrence Saxophone Quartet, Composer Garth Neustadter ’10, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Joins the Appleton Compassion Project, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Named one of Nation’s “Greenest” Colleges, Lawrence University

“Who Killed the Electric Car” Director Speaks at Lawrence University as Part of Earth Day Celebration, a

Principles of Servant Leadership Examined in Lawrence University Presentation, Lawrence University

Paul Rusesabagina, Inspiration Behind Film “Hotel Rwanda,” Brings Message of Hope to Lawrence University, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Unveils “Stunning” 2011-2012 Performing Artist and Jazz Series Lineup, Lawrence University

Student Musicians Perform in Live WPR-Broadcast Recital, Lawrence University

Lawrence Alumnus Examines Human Rights, Democratic Politics in Argentina, Chile, Lawrence University

Lawrence Faculty Musicians Perform Benefit Concert for Japan, Lawrence University

LU to Participate in Outagamie Co. Mock Tornado Warning April 14, Lawrence University

World Culture, Fashion Celebrated in Annual International Cabaret, Lawrence University

The Evolution of Present Day Latin America Examined in International Lecture Series, Lawrence University

Los Angeles Guitar Quartet Performs April 16 in Lawrence Memorial Chapel, Lawrence University

Classical, Jazz Composer/Pianist Laurie Altman Performs During Visiting Artist-in-Residence, Lawrence University

Lehman Brothers Bankruptcy Examiner Anton Valukas ’65 Discusses Case in Lawrence University Presentation, Lawrence University

Latin America Focus of Annual International Lecture Series, Lawrence University

The Role of Collaboration in Innovation Focus of Lawrence University Convocation, Lawrence University

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Salutes Russian Composers in Lawrence Artist Series Concert, Lawrence University

Three Lawrence University Musicians Win State, Regional Competitions, Lawrence University

PBS Documentary on Naturalist John Muir Filled with Lawrence University Connections, Lawrence University

Pianists, Saxophonists Share Top Honors in State Music Competition, Lawrence University

Tim Troy Play Gets Professional Reading at Minneapolis Theatre, Lawrence University

Chicago Choral Conference Provides National Showcase for Lawrence University Women’s Choir, Lawrence University

Britain’s Radiohead Gets a Musical Makeover by Lawrence Jazz Department, Lawrence University

Biologist Ron Peck Receives $289,000 Grant from National Institutes of Health, Lawrence University

Machiavelli’s “The Mandrake” Gets Contemporary Adaptation in Theatre Arts Production, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Recognizes Russ Feingold with Honorary Degree at June Commencement, Lawrence University

Composer Patty Darling Awarded Wisconsin Arts Board Fellowship, Lawrence University

Jim Richardson ’72 Wins the “Where in the World is LU?” Photo Contest, Lawrence University

Jazz Series Concert Features Saxophonist Donny McCaslin, Lawrence University

Classic Czech Opera “The Bartered Bride” Comes to Stansbury Theatre, Lawrence University

Senior Rodrigo Ruiz Conducts Professional Orchestra in Mexico City, Lawrence University

Curator, Public Art Advocate Mary Jane Jacob Delivers Lawrence University Convocation, Lawrence University

Award-winning Soprano Measha Brueggergosman Brings “Voluptuous Voice” to Lawrence Memorial Chapel, Lawrence University

50-Hour Salute to the Insignificant Takes Center Stage as Lawrence University Hosts 46th Annual Trivia Contest, Lawrence University

Lawrence Symphony Orchestra Changes Sunday Concert “Kickoff” Time to Avoid Packer Game Conflict, Lawrence University

Derrell Acon Wins Metropolitan Opera District Audition, Lawrence University

Wellness Center grand opening by the numbers, Lawrence University

Martin Luther King’s Enduring Spirit Theme of Community Celebration of Civil Rights Leader Hosted by Lawrence University, Lawrence University

It’s Lawrence University’s 164th birthday and we want you to help us celebrate!, Lawrence University

Get “Happy” in Wild Space Dance Company Performance in Stansbury Theatre, Lawrence University

Press Releases from 2005 2005

Beloit College Vice President Named Dean of the Faculty at Lawrence University, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Receives Grant to Support of ArtsBridge America Program, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Artist Series Presents Zukerman, Flutist, and Kondonassis, Harpist, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Biology Student Awarded Leopold Scholarship, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Brings Guster and Better Than Ezra to Appleton, Lawrence University

Two Lawrence University Seniors Named Recipients of $22,000 Fellowships for Year-Long Study Abroad Projects, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Psychologist Examines Role of Ambivalent Attitudes in Gender Inequality, Lawrence University

Human Rights Activist Discusses Rewards of Helping the Poor in Lawrence University Convocation, Lawrence University

Address on U.S.-European Security Issues Opens Lawrence University International Studies Lecture Series, Lawrence University

Organic Farming Legislation Lecture Closes Lawrence University Series on Sustainable Agriculture, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Eliminates SAT/ACT Scores as Admissions Requirement, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Hosts Town Hall Forum with Four Black Authors, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Alumnus, Poet William Fuller Gives Reading, Lawrence University

What is a Life Worth? “Rational” Rationing of Health Care Examined in Lawrence University Biomedical Ethics Series Address, Lawrence University

Hitting a High Note: Lawrence Freshman Alisa Jordheim Wins National Arts Program Award, Lawrence University

Organic Farming Focus of Lawrence University Address in Sustainable Agriculture Series, Lawrence University

Homelessness Issues Examined in Lawrence University Panel Presentation, Lawrence University

Civil Rights Legend John Lewis Speaks at Lawrence University Convocation, Lawrence University

Environmental Sociologist Discusses “Sense of Place” in Lawrence University Environmental Studies Series Address, Lawrence University

Nothing Trivial About This Birthday: Lawrence University’s Marathon of Minutia Turns 40!, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Names Hiram College Development Chief Associate Vice President, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Saxophonist Qualifies for National Music Competition, Lawrence University

“Black Mountain Poet” Robert Creeley Gives Reading at Lawrence University, Lawrence University

Sustainable Agriculture Focus of Lawrence University Environmental Studies Lecture Series, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Psychologist Joins State Association Board of Directors, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Violinist Wins State Chamber Orchestra Competition, Lawrence University

Ineffectiveness of Livings Wills Focus of Lawrence University Biomedical Ethics Lecture, Lawrence University

Press Releases from 2004 2004

Lawrence University Students Look to “FLY” High in Quest to Build State’s Best Model Rocket, Lawrence University

“Yuletide Carols” presented by the Lawrence Academy of Music Girl Choir, Lawrence University

Marine Biologist Examines Role of Oceanic Microbes in Global Warming in LU Sci Hall Lecture, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Anthropologist Discusses Human’s Diet Through the Ages, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Students Earn Six Firsts at State Singing Competition, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Musician Named Lead Trumpet Player for Regional All-Star Jazz Ensemble, Lawrence University

Stanford Law Professor Discusses Commodifcation in Opening Address of Lawrence University Biomedical Ethics Lecture Series, Lawrence University

LU Grad, University of Michigan Researcher Discusses Role of Biomolecular “Conversations”, Lawrence University

Health Care Specialist Analyses Bush, Kerry Health Plans in Lawrence University Science Hall Lecture, Lawrence University

Prominent Researcher, LU Grad Discusses Creation and Uses of Specialized Film Materials in Science Hall Lecture, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Artist Series Presents the King’s Singers, Lawrence University

Defying Constituents Wishes: Lawrence University Political Scientist Discusses Why Elected Officials Can Do It, Lawrence University

Nobel Laureate Discusses Breakthrough Research on Absolute Zero in Lawrence University Science Colloquium, Lawrence University

Recently Discovered Mayan Murals Focus of Archaeological Institute Lecture at Lawrence University, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Art Historian Awarded Prestigious Metropolitan Museum Research Fellowship, Lawrence University

Political Commentator, Columnist Arianna Huffington Dissects Presidential Election in Lawrence University Convocation, Lawrence University

President Jill Beck Opens Lawrence University’s 155th Academic Year with Matriculation Convocation Focusing on Value of Personalized Instruction, Lawrence University

LU Psychologist Receives Second National Honor for Scientific Research, Lawrence University

U.S. News & World Report Cites Lawrence University in Three Categories in Annual “Best College’s Guide”, Lawrence University

Lawrence University Scholar to Edit Major Volume of the Political Writings of Jonathan Swift, Lawrence University