2023-2024 Lakeland Convocation Events
Below is a list of upcoming convocation credit–giving events. For a full list of events, see the calendar of events.
All events are in the Bradley Theatre unless noted.
September 2023
- 7 – Opening Convocation, 11 a.m.
- featuring Jake Frias '10 '13 MAC, school counselor at Random Lake High School.
- 14 – Active Shooter, 11 a.m.
21 – CANCELED: Constitution Day Lecture, 11 a.m.
- 22 – Bradley Gallery Visiting Artist Reception, 4:30–5:30 p.m. (exhibit open until Dec. 1)
October 2023
- 21 – Fall Choir & Orchestra Concert, 3 p.m.
- 23 – Mission House Lecture, 6:30–8 p.m.
- 26 – Fresh Check Day, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Campus Center Event Space
November 2023
- 2 – Great Lakes Writers' Festival, 11 a.m.
- 9, 10 & 11 - 7:30 p.m,, 12 - 2 p.m. – Fall play - PUFFS
- “PUFFS” is a parody of all seven Harry Potter books told in roughly two hours through the eyes of the “Hufflepuff” house.
- 21 – Music Department Recital, 11 a.m.
- Featuring solo performances by Lakeland students in applied lessons for voice, piano, wind and string instruments.
- 28 – Humanities & Fine Arts Colloquium, 11:15 a.m. (Campus Center Event Space)
- Successful Lakeland graduates who majored in programs in Lakeland's Humanities and Fine Arts School return to their alma mater to share their stories and helpful tips for current students.
- 30 – Business and Entrepreneurship Colloquium, 11:15 a.m.
- Successful Lakeland graduates who majored in programs in Lakeland's business majors return to their alma mater to share their stories and helpful tips for current students.
December 2023
- 1 – Science, Technology and Education Colloquium, 11:15 a.m.
- Successful Lakeland graduates who majored in programs in the sciences, computer science and education return to their alma mater to share their stories and helpful tips for current students.
- 2 – Christmas at Lakeland, 7 p.m.
- Get in the Christmas mood with this annual concert of sacred and secular music by Lakeland's music ensembles.
February 2024
- 2 – Bradley Gallery Visiting Artist Reception: Cindy Hansen, 4:30–5:30 p.m. (exhibit open until March 1)
- 24 – Essence of Heritage, 7 p.m.
- Lakeland's annual Black History Month celebration is always one of the most popular events of the year.
March 2024
- 2 – Winter Band and Choir Concert, 3 p.m.
April 2024
- 5 – Bradley Gallery Reception: Annual Art and Design Student Exhibit, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
- Students enrolled in Lakeland’s myriad of art courses show off their best works at this annual show. Find out who won this year’s awards. (Exhibit open until May 3.)
- April 5, 6 – 7:30 p.m., April 7 – 2 p.m. – Spring Musical: Show TBA.
- 13 – International Night, 7:30 p.m.
- This annual celebration features LU students from all over the globe spotlighting their native customs and traditions in a fun, fascinating show.
- 16 – Music Department Student Recital, 7:30 p.m.
- Featuring solo performances by Lakeland students in applied lessons for voice, piano, wind and string instruments.
- 17 – Undergraduate Research Symposium, 9:30 a.m.
- Faculty and students share their academic research as part of this celebration of academic achievement.
- 23 – Lakeland Spring Band Concert, 7:30 p.m.
- 27 – Spring Choir and Orchestra Concert, 3 p.m.