In a pickup truck the same age as me, I drove under a bridge—a bridge that spelled the words “Lawrence University” across its torso; an immense tattoo one couldn’t help but notice. And while I drove, hands clenched on the steering wheel, sweaty because the truck I drove didn’t have any air-conditioning to boast about,…
Rowers celebrate 25th anniversary and Milwaukee-Downer heritage
On Saturday, Spet. 28, the Lawrence Rowing Team hosted the LU Rowing Anniversary party, celebrating 25 years of the club sport’s presence at Lawrence and nearly 70 years of Milwaukee-Downer College rowing history. Senior Will Melnick, boatmaster, explained that Milwaukee-Downer students were required to take part in an athletic pursuit and crew was one of…
Sex toy workshop delves into alternative methods of safe sex
On Monday, April 29, Lawrence students filled the lecture hall in Youngchild 121 to participate in a workshop called “Sex Toys 101.” Presented by Gay, Lesbian, or Whatever (GLOW) and the Downer Feminist Council (DFC), the event brought in sex educator Laura Stuart to share the facts and fictions of sex toys. Having previously taught…
Annual Cabaret reveals secrets of the world
This past Saturday, April 20, and Sunday, April 21, over 120 international and domestic students gathered to perform a unique show featuring 18 acts from more than 14 cultures represented by the Lawrence International community. The annual International Cabaret is always a huge hit. This year’s performances, which featured the theme “Uncover Secrets of the…