STUDENT LIFE

There is always something exciting happening on WLC’s campus. A great college experience is not only about the academics, but also the activities and experiences that occur outside of the classroom. At WLC, students have the opportunity to explore new interests, pursue their passions, and have a blast doing so! Warriors take part in — and lead — a wide variety events and activities. Over the years, many of these experiences have become traditions. 

Please consider a gift to keep these WLC traditions alive! In the gift dropdown menu (below), select the experience you’d like to support with your donation.

Afternoon Tea: $250 per tea

A tradition started back in 1998, the WLC campus family takes a break once a month to enjoy time with one another over tea and treats 

Phat Tuesdays: $500 per week

What student doesn’t enjoy eating free food every Tuesday while catching up with friends?

Winterfest Dance: $75 per student ($23,000 total)

A treasured WLC tradition dating back to 1977, during the annual Winterfest celebration students get the opportunity to dress fancy, enjoy a delicious meal with friends, and dance the night away at a unique Milwaukee location. Nearly 300 students participate annually.

The Variety Show: $1,500

Students showcase their talents and impress their classmates at The Variety Show. Prizes are awarded for 1st-3rd Place, as well as Crowd Favorite. The Variety Show is an energetic night of student performances and comedy.

WLC Christmas Reception $2,165

Held in early December, WLC Christmas is the much-anticipated, campus-wide celebration of Christmas that includes hors d'oeuvres served in the Warrior Underground, followed by the Service of Light in the Chapel, and a formal Christmas dinner in the Campus Center.

Trick or Treat in the Halls: $3,400

A WLC tradition that students and alumni alike love. Each year, alumni and their family and friends are invited to visit ten floors in our residence halls for a special evening of trick or treating. WLC freshmen decorate their halls in a theme of their choosing, dress up, and hand out candy to the children.

Monday Madness Trivia Competition: $200 each event

Mondays at WLC include Monday Madness trivia competitions. Students test their trivia knowledge while earning prizes and enjoying snacks.

Pancakes with the President: $900 per semester

President Johnson, the provost, and the academic deans, serve pancakes to students on Sunday evening leading into exam week. A fun event to fuel the bodies of our students and give them encouragement as they make their final preparations for their final tests and presentations before the end of the semester. 

Bowl for a Buck: $5,000 per event (hosted twice a year)

Bowling prices have gone up over the years, but WLC has honored the founding fee of just $1 for this great event. What a deal for a fun night of bowling!

Intramurals: $500 per sport

For those students who do not play on the Warriors NCAA DIII athletic teams, they can still participate in team sports at WLC. Intramurals get pretty competitive! Throughout the year, teams are formed and students compete in sports like basketball, volleyball, and soccer. 

Homecoming: $7,765 total (around $20 per student)

Homecoming festivities build a campus comradery. On average, 350-400 students participate in Homecoming … and some years, there are as many as 500 students who participate in spirit events that includes corn roasts, T-shirts, and more.

Impact Award Luncheon: $2,750

A tradition that dates back to the 1990’s, the annual Impact Award Luncheon recognizes the Christian servant leadership of our students. The cost of the event includes a served meal for the attendees and plaques for the award winners.

WOW Orientation: $8,410 (around $40 per student)

Warriors Orientation Weekend is a weekend full of events and sessions to introduce the freshman class and transfer students to their WLC community and prepare them to be successful students. During the weekend, students participate in interactive programs and activities, learn about involvement opportunities on and off campus, and get ready for their classes.

We could go on and on, but for sake of space, we’ll stop there. If there is another tradition you’d like to support, simply select the “other” option in the gift dropdown menu and then write in the desired beneficiary of your donation.