The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. One of Lawrence University’s main draws for prospective students is its dedication to sustainability. Food waste reduction is a prime area for improvement, and Lawrence has been trying out different methods to be more sustainable in its food consumption for years. While Lawrence has…
Lore-ence: Experiment in the Commons
The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. Research Methods I in the psychology department is making its 2020 debut this winter. In this class, students are required to form groups to further their goals in the class. In these groups, students devise a research question, then a hypothesis and finally an…
Lore-ence: “Airbnb to fund Lawrentians’ dreams”
The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. In recent years, Lawrence University has bought an alarming number of cardboard cutouts. From President Burstein to Papa Smurf, there are cardboard cutouts all over campus. This has become increasingly unsustainable. Lawrence is struggling to keep up with the costs and the demand, especially…
Lore-ence: “Vegetarianism Addressed in Convocation”
The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. One of the best parts about attending Lawrence University is the frequency in which we bring speakers to our stage to enlighten our students. Students are allowed to suggest convocation speakers, which gives us the freedom to bring in speakers that we find relevant.…
Lore-ence: “New Recognition Ceremony”
The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. We all like to be recognized for our hard work. Lawrence University has had a history of recognizing students and staff alike, as evidenced by the Honor’s Convocation held each year. However, this convocation happens once a year at the end of the year.…
Lore-ence: “New Fall”
Fall in the Midwest often spurs pleasant memories and feelings. There is a lot to admire as the trees go up in a red, yellow and orange blaze as their leaves prepare to fall and Halloween festivities begin. In recent years, Lawrence University faculty has had a few forums about how to emphasize these fall…
Lore-ence: “The Everything Fair”
Athletics, orchestra, band, choir, extracurriculars, jobs and academics: So many Lawrentians sport many of these different focuses on their resumés by the end of their time at Lawrence University. But while they are here, who can really keep track of everything that people are involved in? Who will celebrate that guy from your Freshman Studies…
Lore-ence: “New Campus”
Generously given to Lawrence students in 1963, Björklunden has been an iconic refuge for Lawrence students. Almost every Lawrentian falls in love with Lawrence’s other campus up north. Going at least once during a student’s time at Lawrence is considered a must, as the spectacular natural scenery can refresh even the most frazzled of students.…