Lake Forest College Class of 2018

Get ready for happy hour, Foresters! Alumni who donate now through Sunday using this link get a College Pilsner glass. http://link.lakeforest.edu/frenzy

35 minutes remain in our FLASH MATCH hour (until 1 p.m.) During this hour the academic department, athletic group, or student organization that receives the most donations will receive EXTRA DOLLARS for their cause. Current leaders are Men's Hockey and Residence Life with an even tie. http://lakeforest.edu/ForesterDay

celebrating and giving back never goes out of style. Join us Saturday, February 23 from 8 to 10 p.m. at Pinstripes Streeterville to celebrate 5 years of the Young Alumni Challenge. RSVP here – link.lakeforest.edu/winterparty

It is less than one week until we kick off 2019 Forester style. Join alumni, parents, and friends on January 17, 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Berghoff for Forester fun, complimentary beer and wine, and to pick up your special gift.
Register today:
https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/happynewyear

Thank you for an amazing Homecoming and Reunion Weekend Class of 2018!
https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/galleries/1330-1

Lake Forest College is celebrating the Grand Opening of the Lillard Science Center at Homecoming 2018 on October 12 and 13th. Have you made your plans to join us?

Register for Homecoming 2018
https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/?id=6f2d8f79-4e47-401b-947d-d3acd84383ad

Register for the Grand Opening of the Lillard Science Center:
https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/?id=943d0c52-a80e-480e-8f0a-0c16522b0caa

Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2018  

Fly the Lake Forest College flag to celebrate more than $110 million in commitments to ACCESS | The Campaign for Lake Forest College. Join Lake Forest College donors at The Berghoff for complimentary beer and wine and to pick up a special gift. https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/celebrate

https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/news/9596-new-grad-publishes-first-graphic-novel

New grad publishes first graphic novel Print and digital publishing major Jaime Harris ’18 published their first graphic novel, Pivot, prior to graduating this past May.

Notable American novelist Jane Hamilton was this year’s Commencement speaker. In her address, “Lessons from my Tyrant,” Hamilton told a story of perseverance, self-development, and growth.
Read full Commencement story> https://www.lakeforest.edu/…/9553-class-of-2018-learns-abou…
See Jane Hamiton's speech https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsvtWWbxuP4

Lake Forest College 2018 Commencement Address by Jane Hamilton Watch author Jane Hamilton's Commencement Address to Lake Forest College's class of 2018 graduates.

See the full Lake Forest College photo gallery from Saturday's Commencement. https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/galleries/1266-1. Congratulations Class of 2018!

Commencement 2018 Congratulations to the Class of 2018!

If you haven’t already done this, please record yourself saying your full name (the way it will be listed on your diploma) in either video or just sound and email your recording to David Levinson ([email protected]) in LIT. Or text it to 847-780-7089. Questions? Contact David Levinson. We want to make sure we get the pronunciation right!

If you missed Cap and Gown Pick-Up yesterday, you can pick up your cap, gown and tickets in the Alumni Office (3rd floor of North Hall) from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. until Wednesday, May 9.

Cap and Gown Pick-Up is tomorrow from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Pierson Rooms in the Student Center.

If you can't be there during that time, you can pick up your package at the Alumni Office (3rd floor of North Hall) between 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. from Wednesday, April 25 through Wednesday, May 9.

Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL - Yearbooks, Grad Products & Jewelry - Jostens Find Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL yearbooks, class rings, announcements, apparel, and much more at the official Jostens school store.

Jeanne McDonald ’19 wins Goldwater Scholarship!
Biology major Jeanne McDonald ’19 has been awarded a prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship for undergraduate excellence in the sciences—a first for Lake Forest College. Neuroscience and chemistry double major Yoan Ganev ’19 received an Honorable Mention. Access: Research Access: Edge
https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/news/9368-jeanne-mcdonald-19-wins-goldwater-scholarship

Students accepted to Princeton Environmental Ideathon!
Melissa Ward ’19 and Katie Donaldson ’19 were accepted into Princeton’s Environmental Ideathon the weekend of April 13-15 at Princeton University where they addressed the larger challenges of developing a sustainable modern city. Edge https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/news/9432-students-accepted-to-princeton-environmental

PAW (Philanthropy Awareness Week) kicks off today! Join in on the fun of showing your appreciation to the campus community including alumni, parents, and friend supporters all week to win a Lake Forest College popsocket. https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/news/9352-philanthropy-awareness-week

Commencement is fast approaching! Get all the details here http://www.lakeforest.edu/about/commencement/students.php

Senior Information Congratulations! You’re almost done with your undergraduate career! We know there’s a lot of information on this page, so read carefully. It’s all important to help prepare you for graduation.

Welcome class of 2018! We are preparing for your reunion during Homecoming on October 12 and 13! We certainly hope that you are planning to join us. Preparations are beginning now for the reunion. We hope you will be an active part of the discussions!

Students workers must do by tomorrow!
Lake Forest College is transitioning its payroll services to ADP. Student workers need to register for the ADP Portal by no later than Wednesday, February 7, 2018. All student workers will be required to report their worked time online through the ADP Portal starting with the February 11th pay period. Please refer to the email sent January 31 by Jessica West. Direct any questions to Jessica at [email protected].

New students start this fall at Lake Forest College

Enrollment Lake Forest College welcomed 422 first-year students to campus this fall. Forty six percent of the Class of 2018 is from outside Illinois and students hail from 34 states and 39 countries. In addition to English, there are 46 languages spoken among the new group of students.

It's Move-in Day! Who's excited?!? The football team will be around to help carry items to your rooms- keep an eye out for them.

Your health insurance waiver is due today! If you are covered under your parent's health insurance, you can waive the insurance automatically provided by the College.

New students move to campus soon! Here's information about move-in day: https://www.lakeforest.edu/live/events/476337-new-student-move-in

Throughout New Student Orientation, you will be exposed to a number of opportunities to engage with the rigorous academic program at Lake Forest College. We will offer you a variety of opportunities to explore your major by showcasing pre-professional workshops from each academic department. We will help you explore the City of Chicago and how it can best work for you through the First Year Studies Chicago Day experience. For more information about the academic portions of New Student Orientation, please check out the schedule at http://www.lakeforest.edu/admissions/admitted/fall/orientation/schedule.php.

Orientation Schedule | Admitted Student | Lake Forest College Below is the New Student Orientation Schedule. A printed copy will be distributed to students and family members at check-in.

Are you a first year fall athlete? The Gates Center is proud to partner with Lake Forest College Athletics to host the athletic orientation program. As a participant in the Athletic Orientation program, you’ll be connected to other first year fall athletes in a small group setting, lead by a returning fall athlete, who will serve as your Athletic Orientation Guide, or AOG. AOGs are great resources and will be there to offer you advice and encouragement throughout the Orientation program. For information about this program, please contact Elizabeth Snider in the Gates Center at [email protected].