Lawrence University - Facilities

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While many facilities like Plantz Hall are reminiscent of their 1960s building dates, Lawrence seems to be remedying the old with the Warch Campus Center. This facility, opened in fall 2009, houses the new dining services, replacing the old Jason Downer Commons. Lawrence offsets the small size of the rec center with free memberships at the nearby YMCA. They have more equipment and space than a small school can afford. The Union, the central place on campus for hanging out, is also a small space for so much commotion, so the school has made plans to completely rebuild it as well, even spoiling students with warm fireplaces.

Lawrence is a very old school, so some of the buildings stand a little sub-par, but others are extraordinary. Main Hall, for example, retains much of its original 1853-built exterior, but is modernized with computers and A/C on the indoors. Much of the campus has been newly rebuilt, or is in the renovation process, so campus facilities are quickly improving. The facilities on campus for arts and academics are especially aesthetically pleasing. But the Memorial Chapel, built in the early 1900s, is a mainstay. Many highly esteemed speakers and talented musicians have performed there. Björklunden is another of Lawrence’s most prized facilities. This fantastic lodge in Door County, a woodsy community right next to Lake Michigan, is preserved as a place of peace and contemplation. Just about two hours away, Björklunden is Lawrence’s weekend escape into nature.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

The recreational center is nice,... The recreational center is nice, especially now that they brought in all those new machines. The computer lab is really nice because they have top-notch, recent computers. The student center is fine. Everything is pretty good at Lawrence. 12345 Facilities Report

Anonymous says:

Björklunden is a beautiful... Björklunden is a beautiful weekend retreat lodge in Door County, right on Lake Michigan. A lot of professors will take their classes there, or entire departments might go for the weekend. Most people would never really think of Wisconsin as picturesque, especially because there are no mountains, but it really is a beautiful, special place in every season. 12345 Facilities Report

Anonymous says:

I find the facilities comfortable.... I find the facilities comfortable. They’re clean and resourceful, and they’re nice whether I’m studying, talking, eating, or just hanging out. 12345 Facilities Report

Anonymous says:

The athletic centers are kind of... The athletic centers are kind of old. People tend to use the YMCA more. The student center is also old, but there are plans for renovation soon. The academic buildings are all very nice, however, and well kept. 12345 Facilities Report

Anonymous says:

Campus facilities are fine for a... Campus facilities are fine for a campus of our size. I don’t expect them to be state-of-the-art buildings. 12345 Facilities Report

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