Again this December, students and area artists will use their creativity to fight hunger throughout the region. Members of the Lake Superior College Art... more »
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LSC Throw-a-thon to Benefit Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank
Again this December, students and area artists will use their creativity to fight hunger throughout the region. Members of the Lake Superior College Art Club have announced plans for a Throw-a-thon fund-raising activity in support of Duluth’s “Empty Bowl” project, an annual event to raise money for Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank. The tenth... more »
Marlise Riffel Named 2009 Minnesota Professor of the Year
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) have named Marlise Riffel of Lake Superior College the 2009 Minnesota Professor of the Year. The U.S. Professors of the Year program, created in 1981, is the only national initiative specifically designed to recognize excellence in undergraduate teaching... more »
LSC President Kathleen Nelson Announces Retirement as of June 2010
Dr. Kathleen Nelson, President of Lake Superior College (LSC), has announced her intent to retire after 13 years as the college’s CEO and after 30 total years as a leader in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Her retirement will be effective June 30, 2010. Nelson became the second president of LSC in... more »
Great American Smokeout at Lake Superior College Nov. 19; Free Cold Turkey Sandwiches, Survival Bags and Support
Lake Superior College is leading the way in helping smokers kick the habit. In concert with the national Great American Smokeout Day on Thursday, Nov. 19, the college will offer a number of activities with prizes to support smokers in their quest to discharge the evil nicotine monkey off their backs. Students will be... more »
New LSC Veterans Center to Host Open House Nov. 10
The Veterans Resource Center at Lake Superior College will host an open house on Tuesday, November 10 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The room is located in E1016 along LSC’s main concourse. If you’re a military veteran or just someone who’s interested in seeing what the Veterans Resource Center has to offer, or... more »
Travel to Oaxaca, Mexico with LSC!
Ever wanted to truly experience the ancient beauty of Mexico? Then you need to act FAST – space is filling quickly for LSC’s Mexico Learning Community Spring Travel Program in Oaxaca, Mexico. All students, faculty/staff and community members are invited to participate in the semester-long program. The Spring Travel program offers the chance to learn... more »
Gail Wahlberg Accepts Online Bookstore Coordinator Position
Gail Wahlberg has accepted the Online Bookstore Coordinator position in the Lake Superior College Bookstore. Prior to accepting the bookstore position, she worked in the Workforce and Community Development department at LSC as an office administrative specialist. In this newly-created position, Wahlberg will be responsible for the successful operation and marketing of the LSC Online... more »
LSC Student Wins National Car Care Council Scholarship
Lake Superior College student Jess Randby is this year’s first place winner of the Car Care Council Women’s Board Scholarship. The program’s scholarships are awarded to female students who are pursuing education to prepare them for a career in the automotive field. Randby is a second year student pursuing an associate of applied science degree... more »
“Where’s Bob?” Ride for Scholarships Raises nearly $1,500
Ever since former MnSCU trustee Bob Erickson, AKA “Biking Bob”, ended his annual “Ride for Part-Time Student Scholarships” nearly two years ago, LSC faculty member Steve Dalager has organized his own “Where’s Bob?” Ride for Scholarships. This year’s Ride was held during a two-hour block of time during LSC’s Student Success Day. Dalager and his... more »
New Employee News: David Olson Joins Business Office Staff
David Olson has been hired to work in the Business Services Department as a buyer. Prior to joining LSC, Olson worked in purchasing, planning and scheduling for plant manufacturing at Stanley/LaBounty in Two Harbors for nearly 21 years. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in industrial technology from the University of Minnesota... more »