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![Former President Mark Burstein speaks in front of his presidential portrait in the Center for Academic Success in Mudd Library.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/Burstein%201.jpg?h=72c3110c&itok=eFv_Qsrt)
Former Lawrence University President Mark Burstein was back on campus Monday for the unveiling of his presidential portrait and dedication of a campus walkway that honors his legacy.
![Senior Maddy Tevonian poses for a photo in the Wriston Art Center.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/MaddyTevonian1.jpg?h=a54fd017&itok=mMyCFFBH)
Maddy Tevonian, a senior religious studies and art history double major, studied in India and Nepal. She is now preparing a capstone analyzing Buddhist art through the lens of religious studies.
![Headshot of Alison Scott-Williams](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/Alison%20Scott-Williams%20web.jpg?h=1277a44d&itok=ejwsEW7k)
Alison Scott-Williams will join Lawrence University as its executive vice president and chief operating officer. She has served as president of Studio in a School NYC since 2020.
![Diana Van Gilder poses for a portrait.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/VanGilder.jpg?h=6dae3a3b&itok=8TWG0pT5)
Diana Van Gilder, a history major from Moraga, California, is heading to France this summer to present a paper at a conference that explores links between tourism and fiction.
![Lawrence’s beautiful campus](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2021-08/Main-Hall-Aerial.jpg?h=b5aa661d&itok=602XBzyY)
Peter Betzer '64 writes a tribute to his classmate, the late Bonnie Laird '64, remembering her support and generosity in everything from Reunions to developing and supporting the Leveraging Lawrence Faculty Initiatives program.
![Michelle Gibson](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/Gibson%20Michelle%202%20crop.jpg?h=ef663ac2&itok=ipr_CRhr)
Dancer and choreographer Michelle N. Gibson will spend five days at Lawrence University, highlighted by a community event at Memorial Chapel that will get everyone moving. She will guest teach in multiple classes.
![Madera Allan, Danielle Joyner, and Sara Gross Ceballos pose for a photo in the 10th-century ruins of Madinat al-Zahra, the palace complex built outside of Córdoba.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/Spain%20alumni%20trip%20web.jpg?h=f4d1b32d&itok=VwuNMFKn)
Lawrence professors Madera Allan, Sara Gross Ceballos, and Danielle Joyner, have spanned the disciplines in teaching about medieval Spain in class and on trips focused on the Cantigas de Santa Maria.
![Physics professor Megan Pickett is geared up for Monday's eclipse. (Photo by Danny Damiani)](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/Pickett%20eclipse.jpg?h=4cbfee48&itok=5JtDjx_E)
Physics professor Megan Pickett will set up camp on April 8 in Austin, Texas, which is on the path of totality for the much-anticipated total solar eclipse. She plans to livestream for all to see.
![Students and alumni take selfies together during the 2023 Forever a Lawrentian events.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-04/Forever2023%204.jpg?h=e2ceef7b&itok=Zaa9iMx6)
Forever a Lawrentian is back on campus for a second year. The celebration provides face-to-face connections between Lawrence University students and alumni. It'll take place across campus April 11-13.
![Publicity photo of Zakir Hussain on tabla.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-03/Zakir-Hussain_new.jpg?h=db4c15df&itok=Kbs9_JY3)
Zakir Hussain, a legendary classical tabla player who won three 2024 Grammy Awards in February, will bring his trio to Memorial Chapel April 6 as part of Lawrence University's 2023-24 Performing Arts Series.
![Signage says Downtown Appleton: One Great Place.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-03/Appleton%20downtown.jpg?h=eda8b49e&itok=93Mt9mSy)
Lawrence University is in the heart of Appleton, a picturesque location on the banks of the Fox River. From a vibrant downtown to an engaging arts scene, we've compiled 10 reasons you'll love living and learning in Appleton and the wider Fox Cities.
![Nicolette Puskar '19](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-03/Puskar_web.jpg?h=b5bca2b3&itok=o385bFIO)
Nicolette Puskar ’19 is keeping both science and music close to her heart. The Lawrence University alumna is working toward her Ph.D. in physical chemistry. She's also preparing to sing at Carnegie Hall.
![Close up of decorated graduation caps.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2023-05/CommencementHat.jpg?h=ec4bfe6a&itok=9CuujKv8)
Pawo Choyning Dorji ’06, an Oscar-nominated filmmaker, and James Gandre ’81, president of Manhattan School of Music, will be honored at Lawrence's 2024 Commencement. Dorji will speak at Commencement, Gandre at Baccalaureate Service.
![Timothy X. Troy (Photo by Danny Damiani)](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9/public/2024-03/TimTroy_63.jpg?h=81ed0762&itok=ZAL1zMG3)
Lawrence University theatre arts professor Timothy X. Troy ’85 wrote a play while spending a year in Ireland as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar. Run with the Hare (…and hunt with the hound) is the result of research surrounding the Irish War of Independence.