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Lake Forest College
In this issue: Meet the Class of 2015, Learning Beyond the Classroom, Campus Improvements, Focus on Faculty, and More!
On the Cover Assistant Professor of Anthropology Alex Mawyer, stops to chat with students in the library. Professors are very accessible at Lake Forest. Fall/Winter 2011/2012
You’re a Forester Forever
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• Where our graduates are headed • Meet the Class of 2015 Beyond the Classroom
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• First-Year Studies courses connect with Chicago … Students studying off campus near and far … Internships abound in Chicago and abroad Campus Updates
• We take only the best • They give students their all
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• Fun stuff … Service opportunities … Inspiring visitors and performances • Leadership and personal development … How students get involved
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• On the heels of a new student center and sports and recreation facility, the new cafeteria takes campus dining to a whole new level Focus on Faculty
What’s Happening on Campus
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Application Information
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• It’s easy • Apply early Lake Forest at a Glance
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• Majors and minors • Facts and figures
visit us at: lakeforest.edu
Coming and going, Foresters are full Here’s where our recent graduates are headed: Graduate School:
Working:
Medical School University of Illinois - Chicago
Environmental Compliance Delta Oil & Natural Gas
Law School University of Notre Dame
Software Development Sogeti
Dental School Michigan State University
Financial Representative Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Master’s in Journalism S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University
Account Manager Coyote Logistics
Master’s of Science in Nursing Rush University Medical Center Master’s in Accounting University of Michigan Master’s in Teaching Northwestern University PhD in Mathematics University of Rochester
Marketing Analyst Coty, Inc. English Teacher Clermont-Ferrand, France Guggenheim Museum Venice, Italy Teach for America Teach for India
PhD in Economics Cornell University
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You’re a Forester Forever
of talent, promise, and adventure …
Welcome Class of 2015 3,400 - Applicants 406 - Students 170 - Males 236 - Females 3.7 - Average GPA 58% - Top 20 percent of graduating class 39% - Ethnic minority or international 48 - Languages spoken 48% - Outside of Illinois 95% - Living on campus 34 - States 40 - Countries: Angola, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Cambodia, China, Chile, Cameroon, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, Lebanon, Mauritius, Mexico, Nigeria, Nepal, Paraguay, Pakistan, Peru, Serbia, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Swaziland, and Zambia.
“The hardest thing any of us will have to do at Lake Forest College is leave it, but luckily we’re not actually leaving. We’re just changing our relationship. We’re now part of a lifelong community. …” -Mario Baldassari ’11, senior class speaker
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Beyond the classroom
Where is Class Today? First-year studies courses are designed, in part, to connect new students with the abundant resources of nearby Chicago. You’ll travel by train to Chicago with your first-year studies professor and visit one or more sites relevant to your course. For example, students taking New Media Art in Chicago visited the modern wing at the Art Institute of Chicago; those in Wild Chicago: Human Ecology in the Urban Landscape kayaked down the Chicago River; and students in Music Performance in Chicago went behind the scenes at Orchestra Hall, home to the renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra. For more examples, visit: lakeforest.edu/FIYS
6 Continents 20 Countries 27 Cities This year Lake Forest students will be studying in 27 cities around the world, from Sao Paulo to Beijing to Botswana to Athens to Washington D.C. Off-campus study provides our students with life-changing experiences that enhance their studies and give them a global perspective. Lake Forest also offers international internships. “We know our students by name and prepare them to become responsible citizens of the global community.” – from the College’s Mission Statement.
For a complete list, visit: lakeforest.edu/studyabroad
Internships Give Our Students an Edge Not sure what career interests you the most? Want work experience to help you land a great job after graduation? College is the perfect time to explore professional areas of interest and to gain some experience to beef up that résumé. At Lake Forest, if you want an internship – you’ll get one. Our location near Chicago gives students many choices for internships in all areas. Some recent ones include the South African Consulate, Chicago Botanic Garden, Rolling Stone Magazine, Merrill Lynch, Shedd Aquarium, Chicago Sun-Times, US Green Building Council, City of Chicago, Illinois Holocaust Museum, and the Bank of China, among others. To see more, visit: lakeforest.edu/internships
What’s new On Campus A new “Caf” – the most recent addition to campus We take our meals seriously at Lake Forest, which is why the new addition to the Hart Dining Hall, completed in August, was such big news on campus. Unlike at a lot of college campuses, students rave about the food here and there’s something for everyone, whether vegetarian, vegan, or meat loving. The newly renovated cafeteria boasts a Mongolian grill, brick pizza oven, fresh produce station, dessert table, and expanded seating areas.
Investing in the future Lake Forest has invested more than $50 million dollars in campus improvements in the last seven years; the new “Caf” is the latest addition with more projects on the horizon. Recent renovations include a state-of-the-art library, new student center, new sports and recreation center, and a new football field, among others.
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Focus on Faculty Experts ... Sc
Our Faculty have received their PhDs from the finest
graduate programs in the country. They are award-winning scholars whose research is supported by grants from the most prestigious organizations. They are experts in their fields and widely quoted in the media. And, most importantly, they are teachers and mentors who care deeply about their students’ success. They have chosen Lake Forest College because they can teach in small class settings and they have the resources of nearby Chicago to further their intellectual goals and enhance their teaching.
Ahmad Sadri, James P. Gorter Chair of Islamic World Studies and professor of sociology, is a regular commentator for National Public Radio in Chicago, BBC, and Voice of America, and is the author of several books.
cholars ... teachers ... Mentors ... “Lake Forest College has helped me mature in ways that would not have been likely had I gone to a larger university. I’m amazed at how qualified the professors are, but even more amazed at the amount of time they will spend with you outside of class. The connections I have forged with professors here have given me an advantage for my future plans of graduate school.” – David Curie ’13 • Ninety-eight percent of faculty hold a PhD or terminal degree in their field from places such as Stanford, Harvard, Princeton, MIT, Yale, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern, University of Chicago, University of Michigan, and University of Pennsylvania.
Professor of Biology Anne Houde’s research studies on behavioral ecology with guppies, has been published in numerous journals such as Science, Evolution, and Proceedings of the Royal Society, often with her students as co-authors.
• Faculty have been awarded grants and fellowships and recognized for their research and teaching by organizations such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, National Endowment for the Humanities, and the U.S. Department of Education. • Lake Forest professors are regularly contacted for expert comment on stories from media outlets such as the New York Times, Washington Post, LA Times, Wall Street Journal, The Korea Times, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, The Economist, Forbes Magazine, NBC, CBS, BBC, NPR, and many others.
“I earned my PhD at the University of Chicago and later taught there for three years. It’s a great school, but I wanted the opportunity to work more closely with undergraduates at all stages of their college careers. Lake Forest is a place where I can help students both find a passion and pursue it.” – Holly Swyers PhD Assistant Professor of Anthropology
Robert Baade, the A.B. Dick Professor of Economics and Business, is internationally recognized for his work in the field of sports economics and is one of the most widely quoted experts in the field. Professor Baade has published multiple research studies for organizations and think tanks such as the Brookings Institution and has consulted on numerous projects throughout the United States, Europe, and Canada.
Ann Roberts, the James D. Vail III Professor of Art History, is a specialist in the areas of ancient, medieval, and early modern art history. Professor Roberts is an author of the text book Janson’s History of Art, one of the most widely used undergraduate art textbooks.
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THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING ON CAMPUS.
Whether it’s playing frisbee on the quad, competing in Alpha Phi’s Mud Olympics, cheering at the Homecoming Football Game, or performing at Open Mic night, there is never a dull moment on campus.
For up-to-the-minute information about what’s happening right now on campus, check out lakeforest.edu/calendar.
September 24: Global Fest
September 17: Alpha Phi Mud Olympics
October 1-2: Homecoming September 30: Speed Networking
October 7: Pumpkin Smash
November 10-15: Brain Awareness Week
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plan events for the campus The e.Team hosts a variety of entertainment events both on and off campus, and for this past Spring Concert they brought the Plain White T’s.
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Q & A with Elise Beckman ’13, Student Government President Q. W hat are some of the opportunities for
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getting involved at Lake Forest?
sure to attend the Fall Involvement Fair. You can sign up to participate in activities, attend meetings, go to events and become involved in a variety of ways. Organizations often host events, fundraisers, and meetings to help people get more involved. If there is something that you’re interested in, go for it!
students find their niche on campus?
with a mix of organizations, go to the programs in your residence hall, invest in the campus community, and take the time to enjoy being a Lake Forest College student. There’s so much to do on campus, and I think that it’s incredibly important for students to do what they enjoy doing.
Developing leadership qualities and valuable skills is at the heart of Lake Forest’s Center for Leadership and Personal Growth. The Center provides programming, support, and guidance for students and organizations. As stated in the College’s mission statement, “we celebrate the personal growth that accompanies the quest for excellence.”
visit us at: lakeforest.edu/studentlife
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We’re not a typical college – Founded in 1857, Lake Forest College is a destination for students from nearly every state and 78 countries around the world. The campus sits on 107 acres, one-half mile from Lake Michigan, 30 miles north of Chicago, and 25 miles from O’Hare International Airport.
Middle Campus
Join our community and let Lake Forest prepare you for success in an Early Decision application, you receive notification within three you receive a decision by January 10. Apply online today at ww
we’re a destination Chicago 30 miles south
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today’s increasingly global society. We encourage you to apply early. With e weeks of file completion and by submitting an Early Action application ww.lakeforest.edu/apply. There is no application fee.
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NO MATTER WHAT YOU WANT TO STUDY ... YOU CAN FIND IT AT LAKE FOREST. Areas of Study
Students can declare up to two majors and one minor or one major and two minors. African American Studies American Studies Area Studies Art • Studio Art • Art History Asian Studies Biology Business Chemistry Cinema Studies Classical Studies Communication Computer Science Digital Media Design Economics Education • Elementary • Secondary • K-12 Engineering (Dual Degree) English • Literature • Writing Environmental Studies Finance History Honors Seminar Independent Scholar International Relations Islamic World Studies
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On the Web: lakeforest.edu/academics
Latin American Studies Law (Dual Degree) Legal Studies Mathematics Modern Languages and Literatures • Arabic • Chinese • French • German • Italian • Japanese • Portuguese • Spanish Music Neuroscience Pharmacy (Dual Degree) Philosophy Physics Politics Psychology Religion Social Justice Sociology and Anthropology Theater Urban Studies Women’s and Gender Studies
Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Health (medicine, dentistry, veterinary, nursing, pharmacy, optometry, physical therapy, and public health) Pre-Law Accelerated Programs Three-year BA programs in communication and philosophy Dual-Degree Programs in law, international studies, engineering, and pharmacy Independent Scholars Lake Forest students can design their own majors to meet specific academic needs and interests. Academic Resources Career Advancement Center Math Center Writing Center Graduate Programs Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Liberal Studies
lake forest college at a glance THE STUDENT BODY
applying to lake forest
Enrollment: 1493 Women: 877 Men: 616 Ethnic minority students: 333 International students: 241
Lake Forest College has a free online application. We also accept the Common Application; a supplement is required.
Residence: 47 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 78 countries around the globe.
FACULTY Teaching faculty: 116 Full-time faculty holding PhD or equivalent: 98% Student-faculty ratio: 12:1 Average class size: 18
SCholarships In addition to generous financial aid packages, Lake Forest awards merit-based scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 in recognition of academic achievement or recognized dedication in the fine arts, foreign languages, leadership, math, music, science, social justice, theater, and writing. The College also offers an in-state tuition benefit to Illinois residents.
ATHLETICS Lake Forest has 17 varsity intercollegiate teams, known as the Foresters. More than half of Lake Forest students participate in Division III varsity athletics or are involved in club or intramural sports. Women’s varsity: basketball, cross country, handball, ice hockey, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, and volleyball. Men’s varsity: basketball, cross country, football, handball, ice hockey, soccer, swimming and diving, and tennis. Our colors are red and black; our mascot is Boomer the black bear.
Application Deadlines Early Decision (binding): Priority deadline: Up to December 1 Decision notification: Within 3 weeks of file completion
Early Action (non-binding): Priority deadline: December 1 Decision notification: January 10
Regular Decision: Priority deadline: February 15 Decision notification: March 20
Transfer Applicants: Fall priority deadline: July 1 Spring priority deadline: December 1 Notifications are rolling
CONTACT INFORMATION Lake Forest College 555 North Sheridan Road Lake Forest, Illinois 60045-2338 800-828-4751 847-735-5000 admissions@lakeforest.edu
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Abundant internships Chicago connections
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Beautiful 107-acre campus Students from 47 states and 78 countries
Outstanding faculty Alumni mentors