Digital Collections - Lake Forest College

Student taking a study break in Harlan

This student enjoys some good old college food while taking a student break in Harlan Hall.

Food Art

From early Renaissance paintings to the 21st century collections exhibited at Lake Forestâ€™s Sonnenschein gallery, food has played a regular role as both a subject and a medium.

Lauren Brescia exhibited this installation piece, "Parlour,"…

Tags: Andy Warhol, Arcimboldo, Art, Caravaggio, Durand, Jason Mercier, Jim Victor, Lake Forest College, Lauren Brescia, Medium, Norman Rockwell, Sonnenschein Gallery

How are bread and the brain related?

When one thinks of yeast, bread and dinner rolls come to mind. But yeast can be used to study diseases as well! Dr. DebBurman uses yeast in his lab to study Parkinsonâ€™s Disease and has published many interesting findings that have…

Food for Thought

Myer Auditorium hosted many events in the past, many of which incorporate science and socializing, with food! On Thursday, November 15, 2012, students from Lake Forest College presented their posters while attendees enjoyed coffee and desserts.

Movie and Popcorn

Yum! On Friday, November 16, 2012, the faculty at Lake Forest College showed A Beautiful Mind, where snacks and drinks were provided to encourage socialization. Popcorn was made to capture the theater environment while people learned about a…

Commuterâ€™s Temporary Cafeteria

A picture taken in 2006 of a commuterâ€™s lunch, made by her wonderful mom. Commuters eat in all places of campus imaginable. With its vast area, the basement a great place to study quietly between classes and a great place to eat!

Going Green

You canâ€™t beat fresh! Advocating for a movement towards fresh farming, Michael Ableman came to Lake Forest College on April 21, 2011 and discussed his books and various projects to create a more green earth.