Highlights from this week’s edition of The Lawrentian. Read the full paper on our website or in print.
News:
LU Democrats bring candidates to campus and host canvasses in anticipation of the midterm election
Isabel Dorn
LU Dems, Lawrence’s chapter of the College Democrats of Wisconsin, has been working throughout Fall term to meet with candidates and organizers, educate Lawrence students about voting and boost civic engagement in the Appleton community. They aim to help Democratic candidates win seats…
Sports:
Packers fall to 3-5
Sean McLaughlin
The Packers’ season continues to trend downward with a fourth consecutive loss to the Super Bowl contender Buffalo Bills. Green Bay traveled to Buffalo on the day before Halloween and looked competitive, but it wasn’t enough as Josh Allen once again looked all but impervious.
Variety:
Love Letter to the Coffee Lover
Niranjana Mittal
Dear Coffee Lover,
I’m certain you will understand when I say there is nothing better than the perfect mug of this liquid gold on any given day. Think of the soft whirring of the machine, the intensely bitter yet soothing aroma…
Features:
State Government Feature: Rachael Cabral-Guevara
Nathan Wall
Assemblymember Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Wis.), who represents Neenah and the communities west of Appleton in the Wisconsin State Assembly, is seeking a promotion, as is her opponent, Appleton Alderperson Kristin Alfheim, both of whom are running for an open seat in the Wisconsin State Senate.
Arts & Entertainment:
Gremlin Hour: Lucian Baxter’s Spooky Scary Halloween Recital
Helen Panshin
Pianist Lucian Baxter’s recital on Oct. 31 in Harper Hall began with a composition by Baxter titled “dwellings and belongings,” a minimalist piece which Baxter described as “a dance between insecurity and trust, loneliness and togetherness.” For this piece, Baxter was joined…
Opinions & Editorials*:
The case for a Lawrence playground
Ella Hardy
This summer, Lawrence underwent several different upgrades and construction projects. When these projects were announced, I was filled with hope at the prospect that some of my concerns with Lawrence’s accessibility issues were going to be addressed – I had visions of new wheelchair ramps…
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