May 2022 – Muskie Pride

Commencement Recap

Last weekend, we celebrated the newest class of Muskies. Check out two videos from the weekend. Congratulations, class of 2022!

Students showcase academic talent at Undergraduate Research Day

The event is a celebration of academics that gives dozens of students in all the university’s academic programs an opportunity to discuss research they’ve conducted and major projects completed during this school year.

New LU/technical college agreements expand student access

Lakeland University recently signed transfer agreements with four Wisconsin technical colleges to make it easier for students to complete a bachelor’s degree.

Seven students complete LU Honors Program

Students in the LU Honors Program successfully complete four years of study, cumulating with an extensive independent research project of their own design. Read more about their projects on her blog!

Alumni Spotlight: Sam Alvey ‘09

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) veteran Smilin’ Sam Alvey has put together an impressive career as a mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, and he’s quick to credit his time as a wrestler at Lakeland.

160 years of support

As the class of 2022 walked across the stage at commencement last weekend, we can’t help but think of the care of the Lakeland alumni and friends over the past 160 years. Annual fund support is incredibly important to the university, as it enhances our core mission of providing quality, affordable, and accessible education to our students. You can make your annual fund gift online by clicking the link below.

Muskies Helping Muskies

Our alumni are represented in a variety of work environments and are eager to share advice and help our current students! 

Whether it is mentoring, job shadowing or helping with practice interviews, there are many opportunities to assist current Muskies in their education. Are you ready to help another Muskie out?

Giving Back

Lakeland is successful because of people like you.

Whether you are an alum or a friend of the university, we are so thankful for the support. Each gift directly impacts our students and their futures.

What else is happening at LU?​

Don’t miss out on all the other news happening at Lakeland! Our blog features a more in depth look on what we are doing, our students are doing and more!

Help us keep in touch with you!

You enjoy reading news about your classmates and friends – they would love to read about you, too. Did you move? Get married? Get a new job? Let us know so we can keep you informed and include your changes in the “Alma Matters” section of the magazine.

Upcoming Events

5/7/2022

Commencement

6/17/2022 

Lakeland University Blasters Golf Tournament

10/15/2022

Homecoming