Commencement 2023 (Photo by Danny Damiani)

Picking my top five videos is always the difficult part of my end-of-year activities. I mean, how do you summarize the vibrant and incredible community of Lawrence University in just five videos?

Let me tell you, it’s not easy. From the bittersweet goodbyes of our Class of 2023 to the warm, energetic welcome of our Class of 2027, we had much to celebrate in 2023. Enjoy the five picks that I feel best showcase what makes us Lawrence.

More on Lawrence in 2023: See 10 Lawrentians we met and 20 favorite images of the year

1. Celebrating the class of 2023: We showcased our graduates as they bid farewell to their time on campus and began the next leg of their journey. 

2. This is Lawrence - The Great Midwest Trivia Contest: This iconic student-led trivia contest is woven into the fabric of Lawrence. We pulled the curtain back as we hung out with the trivia masters during the big weekend. 

3. Piano at Lawrence: Much brilliance happens in the Conservatory of Music. We explored that brilliance through the piano department. 

4. Brilliant Move: Coming to Lawrence was their first brilliant move. We asked students to tell us about their next brilliant move.

5. Blue and White Homecoming Weekend 2023: We captured the sights and sounds as students, alumni, faculty, and staff came together to celebrate all things Lawrentian.