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Lawrence University celebrated its annual Blue & White Homecoming over the weekend of November 1-2, bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. The event featured a range of activities from athletic competitions to music performances.

The weekend was marked by notable achievements for Lawrence's athletic teams. The women's cross country and women's soccer teams both secured conference championships. At Reid Golf Course in Appleton, Cristyn Oliver made history as the first female runner in Midwest Conference history to win three individual titles, leading her team to victory. Meanwhile, at Banta Bowl, the women's soccer team clinched its first regular-season championship with a decisive 6-0 win over Grinnell College. They finished their conference season with a 7-0-1 record and shared the title with Lake Forest College.

Homecoming also included men's soccer and football games at Banta Bowl and an intrasquad and alumni meet for the swimming and diving teams. Additionally, past men's basketball teams from 2003-04 to 2005-06 were inducted into the Lawrence Intercollegiate Athletic Hall of Fame. These teams are recognized for their NCAA DIII tournament appearances and achieving a No. 1 national ranking.

Other highlights included "Working," the Fall Term musical presented at Stansbury Theater; "150th Crescendo: Convergence – New Music Concert" featuring flute and trombone ensembles at Memorial Chapel; a homecoming dance at Warch Campus Center; and a Vikings Tailgate before the football game.

Photos capturing various moments from Homecoming Weekend are available online.