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There are hundreds (maybe thousands) of cicadas in these pictures. 🌳

Professor of Economics Amanda J. Felkey was recently invited to deliver webinars on fostering belonging and supporting inclusion in organizations for two large non-profits. “We know what people need to help them create and sustain behavior change,” Felkey said. “The only way to really create sustainable change is to focus on individual decision making, and that is what economists do.” https://zurl.co/UKmb

Felkey hosts webinars for nonprofits seeking meaningful inclusion Professor of Economics Amanda J. Felkey was recently invited to deliver webinars on fostering belonging and supporting inclusion in organizations for two large non-profits.

Environmental studies and philosophy major Reece Wearing ’24 will spend a gap year outdoors working in environmental conservation. He plans to travel and work the conservation seasons before applying for law school. With an ambition of going into environmental law, Wearing’s areas of study and experience working in conservation will provide him with the skills and understanding to make a difference when it comes to protecting the environment. https://zurl.co/bWQZ

Juan Diego Proaño '26, an economics major with an entrepreneurship minor, studied abroad in Estonia. "Traveling to Lapland has been the highlight of the exchange. My friends and I undertook a road trip, covering more than 2,500 km by car. I believe the friendships you make during such a journey are truly unique." https://zurl.co/0Bmh

Spike Gummere has a legacy at Lake Forest College that touches thousands of alumni, inspired the formation of crucial campus programs, and encourages people to continuously give back to the College. After working at the College for 56 years—he volunteers now in the Office of Advancement—Spike has even been around to see the applications from children and grandchildren of alumni. Read about the Spike Initiative: https://zurl.co/G4EW

Legacy of inspiration: Spike Gummere’s enduring influence on alumni and beyond Francis “Spike” Gummere has a legacy at Lake Forest College that touches thousands of alumni, inspired the formation of crucial campus programs, and encourages people to continuously give back to the College.

If you've been counting down the days to 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, you're in luck: registration is now open! Join us in the Forest for a weekend of celebrating everything we all love about being a Forester: https://zurl.co/PZGb

Mauricio Calderon ’24 majored in economics and environmental studies. A passion for sustainability was instilled in him by his high school education at United World College (UWC) Bosnia and Herzegovina, where he has accepted a job teaching economics.

Calderon is excited to contribute to the mission of peace and sustainability that has led him this far in his education. Because he has been open to many career paths and is currently a tutor at the Writing Center, returning to a place he loves to support students as they learn about economics feels like a natural next step in his career.

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Lake Forest College alumni Brien Rea '05, TV analyst for the Dallas Stars, and Doug Plagens '07, radio play-by-play broadcaster for the Florida Panthers, are following their teams' progress in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Both Rea and Plagens began their illustrious careers in sports broadcasting at Lake Forest College, where they honed their skills covering Forester hockey for the College radio station, WMXM 88.9 FM. https://zurl.co/fZbe

Kevin Howley has been named the new Vice President for Finance and Institutional Planning. “I’m excited to be at an institution that is laser-focused on making a difference in the lives of its students. While its national ranking among liberal arts colleges is impressive, the College is among the very best in the country at helping students overcome obstacles that might otherwise hold them back from achieving their full potential. Lake Forest College isn’t just changing the lives of its student. The College is changing the trajectory of families for generations to come. That’s a mission I want to be a part of,” Howley said. https://zurl.co/MNYF

Neuroscience and biochemistry and molecular biology double major Fede Bertolotti ’24 is heading into the great city of Chicago to attend graduate school. She will be studying at the prestigious University of Chicago in the neurobiology PhD program. During her time at Lake Forest College, Bertolotti realized her ambition was to become a professor and Principal Investigator in a lab. The first step toward this dream is to get a PhD and learn more about how research labs are managed through a research program. Congratulations! https://zurl.co/sIOE

Angelica '25, a Spanish and sociology and anthropology double major with a minor in studio art, studied abroad last semester in Buenos Aires, Argentina. "Being able to travel all over Argentina has been a dream come true: from Patagonia, to Iguazu, to Salta and Jujuy! I have already experienced so much diverse culture, variety of people, and vivid landscapes and views." https://zurl.co/6BIr

Our livestream broadcast was appreciated by many far and wide, but it has come to our attention that there was a temporary interruption of the video portion of the stream during which a holding screen appeared, stating that “Commencement will resume shortly.” The audio portion continued without interruption. This was an unplanned and unauthorized interruption. At no time did the College interfere with the video transmission nor did the College edit the livestream in any way during or after the ceremony. We understand this interruption was upsetting to viewers and we will ensure this kind of error does not occur in the future. We are also reaching out to the affected parties to offer our sincere apologies.

Today is the day! Congratulations to the Class of 2024! See you all at the ceremony! 🎓🎓🎓

Isabella Tello '26 is no stranger to taking part in effecting change on a global scale. With two trips to United Nations (UN) summits under her belt, Tello was recently invited to New York City as part of the Youth Task Force for the Future. Read more about her trip: https://zurl.co/fP4e

We're thrilled to share exciting updates from Forester Athletics! First off, a big congratulations to our men's and women's lacrosse teams for clinching the MLC Tournament Championships for the second consecutive season! The men beat the University of Dubuque in dominate fashion, with an 11-4 victory in Saturday’s final, while the women secured a thrilling win with a goal just 26.9 seconds before the end of regulation to defeat the College of St. Benedict 15-14. Your Foresters have earned automatic bids into the NCAA Division III Tournament, which begins this week.
The men's lacrosse team will kick off its NCAA Tournament journey against Transylvania University today, Wednesday, May 8, at 2:00 p.m. on Farwell Field. Admission is free for Lake Forest College faculty, staff, and students (don't forget to bring your IDs!). Please show your support as it is not often our teams are given home field advantage in NCAA action. The winner of Wednesday’s game will travel to Lynchburg, Virginia, to take on Washington and Lee University in the second round on Saturday, May 11.

The Gates Center honors individual student leaders and student organizations at the Student Leadership Awards Ceremony each spring. This year, seventeen awards were presented to students, faculty, staff, and student organizations. https://zurl.co/42yq

Students, faculty, and staff honored at 2024 Leadership Awards The Gates Center honors individual student leaders and student organizations at the Student Leadership Awards Ceremony each spring. This year, seventeen awards were presented to students, faculty, staff, and student organizations.

This year’s annual Lake Forest College Public Policy Analysis Challenge provided students with a platform to showcase their proposed policy solutions and apply their expertise in policymaking, addressing issues of violence in America. https://zurl.co/QFtT

Three students presented their research at the national 2024 American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) conference in San Antonio, Texas and brought home several commendations. https://zurl.co/b008

Students present at national ASBMB conference, win honors Three students presented their research at the national 2024 American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) conference in San Antonio, Texas and brought home several commendations.

In a collaboration bridging academia and teaching, Professor Anna Trumbore Jones of Lake Forest College has co-authored a groundbreaking book, The Medieval Clergy, 800–1250: A Sourcebook. https://www.lakeforest.edu/news-and-events/anna-trumbore-jones-co-authors-sourcebook-on-medieval-clergy

The Gorter Family Career Advancement Center recently hosted its largest in-person Career-A-Palooza ever, with a record-breaking attendance of 283 students. The event equips students with the confidence and skills necessary to thrive in today’s evolving professional landscape. https://zurl.co/bXrv

Peter Kadens and Marsha Oberrieder have been selected Commencement honorees. These distinguished leaders in philanthropy and healthcare will receive honorary degrees from Lake Forest College at the 2024 Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11.

Peter Kadens, Marsha Oberrieder selected Commencement honorees Distinguished leaders in philanthropy and healthcare will receive honorary degrees from Lake Forest College at the 2024 Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11.

Rebecca Stoia ’24 saw herself facing a problem many graduates encounter when exiting college: searching for a job. Stoia combined her economics and data science majors to work on a thesis project that utilizes AI to help applications stand out. https://zurl.co/GIFW

Lake Forest College's campus is unique. Despite being a community of just under 1,800 students, over 120 nationalities are represented in the student, faculty, and staff bodies. Associate Professor of Music Anne Barry is determined to celebrate each of these identities through something they all share—music. Read more about Anne Barry's project:

Anne Barry celebrates the College's international identities through song Lake Forest College's campus is unique. Despite being a community of just under 1,800 students, over 120 nationalities are represented in the student, faculty, and staff bodies. Associate Professor of Music Anne Barry is determined to celebrate each of these identities through something they all sha...

A sneak peek at the photos from the In The Loop mixer last week. This networking event brings students, alumni, and friends together in the heart of Chicago. 🌃

Join Lake Forest College for the 2024 Public Policy Speaker Series and Final Challenge. This year's topic is Violence in America. Public Policy Studies is committed to introducing students, faculty, and community members to subject-matter experts with unique insight into the year’s topic. Register: https://zurl.co/MKQP

Looks like we have a goose whisperer on campus! Kudos to Mila, who has managed to befriend the geese. Another goose update: over the weekend, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources visited campus to check on the nest and eggs. The geese will be staying until the eggs hatch. We're glad our campus's efforts to restore natural habitat through prairie spaces and the rain garden in addition to the bird glass installed in Brown Hall have made campus more hospitable to local and migrating wildlife!

Thank you to all of the talented presenters who shared their art, music, and research at this year's Student Symposium!

Foresters enjoying Monday's Eclipse.

Devastated by her teen sister's sudden death, Agnes discovers a Dungeons & Dragons universe created by the estranged Tilly. Diving into Tilly's fantastical world, Agnes not only battles goblins and fairies but also confronts her own grief, unearthing secrets and forging an unexpected connection with her sister. Prepare for action-packed boss battles and a journey of discovery with the spring play!

https://www.lakeforest.edu/news-and-events/lake-forest-college-theater-department-presents-she-kills-monsters

WGN-TV Chicago will air a news story on the music of the 1893 World’s Fair on April 14. For the interview, held in Calvin Durand Hall, pianist Chris White, baritone Brad Jungwirth, and violinist Kate Carter reprised their album recording of “The Streets of Cairo” which tells the story of a delicate young girl exposed to the moral dangers of the Fair’s Midway. https://zurl.co/yKQm