Academics That Inspire
Meet Lena Khor, a member of the English faculty since 2009. Her research and writing have focused on human rights, humanitarianism, and environmentalism. She's also developed a fascination with children's literature.
Pentiment, the historical role-playing video game, has won a 2024 Peabody Award. Lawrence alumnus Josh Sawyer '98 led the design and history professor Edmund Kern and alumus Winston Black '99 were key consultants.
A music element was added this spring as 14 students and three faculty members spent two weeks in the Caribbean doing field research on marine life, the latest academic adventure in the Lawrence University Marine Program.
Lawrentians Lead the Way
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Majors, Minors, and Programs
No matter your passions, Lawrence has academic programs to fit your interests. From humanities to sciences to interdisciplinary fields, explore the possibilities.
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Studios, Programs, & Ensembles
In the Conservatory, you’ll experience a culture of creativity that grounds you in core musicianship while letting your musical imagination take flight.
Liberal Arts College
in Wisconsin
Lawrence is consistently recognized as one of the best schools in the state and country.
Student to Faculty Ratio
Small class sizes mean big opportunities to pursue your passions.
Placement Within
6 Months
Entering the job market, or in graduate or professional programs.
78 Watson Fellowships
Awarded for study abroad scholarly work.
What Will Be Your Next Brilliant Move?
On Any Given Day at Lawrence...
… you can go from a football game to a flute performance, from a chemistry class to a club meeting. The sheer variety of experiences you can participate in every day results in an education that is as individual and powerful as your imagination.
Traditions: LU Zoo Days
Organized by students, Lawrentians congregate on Ormsby Green to play games, listen to music, and enjoy an afternoon of fun in the sun.
Viking Athletics
Lawrence's 24 NCAA Division III athletic teams and intramurals provide a variety of opportunities for students to grow and develop as a person and in community.
Perform
Get ready for the spotlight! Whether you are studying in the College or the Conservatory, you can perform in small or large ensembles, write and stage your own plays, or hit a high note in operas and musicals.
Living our values.
Lawrentians work every day to become a more diverse, welcoming, and sustainable community.