March 16 - 22

The great outdoors

Steven Shik will be on campus from March 16-20 as the Ginsberg Artist-in-Residence. Shik is an artist and illustrator whose work recontex...Steven Shik will be on campus from March 16-20 as the Ginsberg Artist-in-Residence. Shik is an artist and illustrator whose work recontextualizes Korean symbolism and his own experiences as an Asian American adoptee. Attend his gallery talk on Tuesday or hear how he builds a sustainable career as an artist on Thursday.

Hello Beloiters!

We hope you are enjoying the magical snow today!

Did you know that Beloit College offers five different environmental studies and environmental science majors? And that you can find environmental topics in classes all across the college? This interest in the environment and sustainability isn’t new — students at Beloit College have a history of making a difference in the world around us.

This week offers opportunities to connect with the environment through events hosted by The School of Environment & Sustainability, the Outdoor Environmental Club (OEC), and more!

  • March 16: National Panda Day all day at the Res Life Office. No longer endangered but still vulnerable, they need advocates like you!
  • March 19: Panel on Local Environmental Organizations and Issues - 4 p.m. at Richardson Auditorium. Leaders and directors of local environmental organizations address recent successes and challenges. (snacks and beverages provided)
  • March 19: Recycled Bird Feeder Making - 5 p.m. at Bristo Keep, The Powerhouse. Create thriving backyard ecosystems one member of campus wildlife at a time.
  • March 21: Rock Climbing Trip to Greater Heights - 12 p.m. at The Wall, but pre-registration is required! Your future environmental career may require field work. Practice bouldering and rope climbing today!
  • March 21: Outdoor Environmental Club Open Meeting - 2 p.m. in the Riverside Conference Room, The Powerhouse. Discuss campus sustainability initiatives, environmentalism, environmental sciences, conservation biology, and outdoor research!

Make the most of the great outdoors—today and all week long!

Sports Recap

Men’s Lacrosse improved to a 3-1 record over the weekend with a 5-2 win at Augustana College. Liam Walker ’26 was the Bucs’ top scorer. Keegan Heikila ’28, Ryder Story ’27, and John Imbriale ’28 added a goal each. Parker Davis ’28 was crucial on defense with four ground balls and four caused turnovers.

Women’s Lacrosse kicked off their season over the break, battling it out against tough opponents. Julia Fussy ’28 leads the team’s overall scoring with six, followed by Willow Mashkuri ’28 with two.

Baseball had a productive week in Florida. Bryce Lermer ’29 and Caleb Lasher ’26 pitched a no-hitter against Minnesota Morris, the first of Lermer’s collegiate career. The team’s 14-2 victory against Mount St. Mary marked head coach Dave DeGeorge’s 591st win. With this win, he surpassed Bill Knapton as the winningest coach in Beloit College history.

Softball headed to Florida for the Spring Games, playing tough opponents with close scores. Allie Gustafson ’28 batted in four runs in a 16-hit slugfest against Washington College. Rachel Overocker ’27, Avary Briggs ’28, Abi Krepelka ’29 and Kaitlyn Nicholson ’28 added RBIs to the Bucs’ tally.

Track and Field competed in the Myrtle Beach Collegiate Challenge in South Carolina. On the men’s side, sprinter Nate Otis ’26 secured a first place finish in the 400 meter hurdles and thrower Josh Martinez Marte ’27 placed third in discus and shot put. On the women’s side, Addie Bogda ’29 finished a strong second in the 1500 meter. Naomee Casey ’26 was a top performer in the field with a tenth place finish in pole vault. 

Announcements

Student Satisfaction Survey is Live!

Students: You have until April 13 to answer the HEDS Student Satisfaction Survey, which asks for your input about your college experience. You can respond to the survey by clicking the emailed link you received from BeloitCollege@hedsconsortium.org.

Complete the FAFSA to renew your aid

Students: it’s time to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form for the coming year. If you haven’t done it already, make sure you do – it’s the process that you need to do every year to maintain your financial support for the next year.

Apply to be a summer/fall 2026 Orientation Leader

Students who serve as Orientation Leaders build valuable leadership, collaborative, social, and organizational skills. Every student who submits a completed application will be interviewed. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 23.

Stories

School of Global & Public Service Networking Day connects students, communities, careers, and alumni

Students in downtown Chicago

The School of Global & Public Service (GPS) held its first networking day in Chicago. One of five Schools designed to connect academic and career experiences, the School of Global & Public Service career paths impact local and global communities by effecting meaningful and positive change.

Mackey Chair Rick Bass performs public reading

On a brisk winter evening, renowned author and environmental activist Rick Bass, this year’s Mackey Chair, performed a public reading, one of the most well-attended this semester. The Mackey Chair is an annual residency program in which a renowned writer comes to campus, teaching a high-level workshop class and presenting a highly-anticipated reading of their work. Moore Lounge was packed with students and faculty members waiting in eager anticipation. 

Spotlight on Maggie Joyce ’27 Community Fellow with Welty Environmental Center

Maggie Joyce '27

Meet Maggie Joyce, an Impact Beloit Community Fellow at Beloit College from Madison double majoring in biology and media studies with a minor in Spanish.

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