December 13, 2019
Announcements
Luther Events Happening This Week - Visit the Calendar of Events for a complete list of events happening this week.

Finals Prep Week - A campus programming reminder to all that Tuesday, Dec. 10 through Sunday, Dec. 15 is considered Finals Prep Week and is intended to provide additional space for students to prepare for tests, papers, and finals. These six days are set aside for academic preparation for finals, and Luther does not schedule public events during this time, including student-led events. Exceptions are social gatherings, athletic events, Christmas in the Union, and Kwanzaa.

Need a break from finals next week? Stop by the Center for Faith and Life Lobby Monday, Dec. 16-Thursday, Dec. 19 for hot cider and enjoy the Christmas Tree.

Library Finals Week Hours
Sun., Dec. 15: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Mon.-Wed., Dec. 16-18: 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Thurs., Dec. 19: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 20: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Chapel is held at 10:30 a.m. in the Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall. Built into the class schedule and rhythm of life at Luther, Chapel is a time for the community to gather for song, reflection and fellowship at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Faculty, staff, students and guests serve as speakers, musicians and artists.

Friday, Dec. 13 - Kwanzaa Chapel, Asha Aden '20
Monday, Dec. 16 - Finals Week, No Chapel
Wednesday, Dec. 18 - Finals Week, No Chapel
RERUNS
Hot Reads for Cold Nights - Love reading? Love winning prizes? Curl up with a book this winter and participate in Preus Library’s Hot Reads for Cold Nights. By reading books during winter break and J-term, you can earn opportunities to win fun prizes. Open to all students, faculty, and staff, whether you are on or off-campus for J-term. Register here or at the Circulation Desk. To sign up, fill out the online form or visit the circulation desk. Happy reading, Norse!

CFL Accessibility Update - Students from Luther Disability Alliance met with CFL staff and others to brainstorm ways to improve CFL accessibility. Kristen Underwood reports that, as of C@L, back hallway bathrooms have been retrofitted and are now ADA compliant. Thanks to facilities for that project. The creation of a gender neutral ADA compliant bathroom in the front lobby was raised, possibly located left of the balcony stairs. Share your CFL accessibility comments/ideas with  k.underwood@luther.edu  or Andrew Avila ( avilan02 ) for further discussion.

Library Booked Are Due - Dec. 13 is the due date for books checked out from the Main Stacks by students on or before Sunday, Dec. 8. Books may be renewed once online or by bringing them in physically to the circulation desk if you have exceeded the renewal limit. The new due date is Jan. 29, the last day of J-Term. Click on "Library Account" online at  http://www.luther.edu/library/ , and sign in with your NorseKey to see what you have checked out and when it is due.

Christmas in the Union Transition - In the past, Christmas in the Union has taken place following the Christmas at Luther performances. A survey of students told us the timing of these events posed difficulties in attending Christmas in the Union and as a result, a new tradition was created...the Student Stress Less Party. This holiday tradition, in its 4th year, occurs at 8:30 p.m. on the first night of finals. Students may stop by the Union during a study break for cookie decorating, hot chocolate bar, games, a balloon drop with prizes, and of course...Santa! 

Student Stress Less Party - Monday, Dec. 16 at 8:30-10:30 p.m. in the Union Lobby join us for a STUDY BREAK full of: Cookies, Hot Cocoa, Games, Prizes, and the annual BALLOON DROP @ 9:15 pm (outside of the Book Shop). Take a study break with us!

Textbook Buyback - Monday, Dec. 16-19 8:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m. sell any used textbooks or books for $$$. Do not forget your rentals to the Book Shop are due back by 4:45 p.m. Friday, Dec.19.

CFL Lost and Found - Hats and water bottles and shoes, oh my! The CFL lost and found box is so full we've set up a table in the lobby. Unclaimed items will be donated after Friday, Dec. 20.

Christmas Break Shuttles  Remember to buy your tickets now for the Christmas Break shuttles! Shuttles to Rochester/Minneapolis, Madison/Rockford, Cedar Rapids/IA City, and Ames/Ankeny depart on Thursday, December 19 at 4:30pm. Shuttle to Chicago departs on Friday, December 20 at 6:30am. Reservations made less than 4 days (96 hours) prior to the date of departure have a late fee of $10 non-refundable. Ticket purchases close 2 days (48 hours) before the shuttle leaves. Please visit  tickets.luther.edu  for more information on how to purchase your tickets. Any questions, please contact Jenna Mockler-Gjerde at  mockje01@luther.edu .     

Kwanzaa Celebration - The annual Kwanzaa Celebration will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in Peace Dining Room. The South African gospel group 29:11 will be performing. For students on a meal plan, the price will be one meal swipe plus $7.25, which can be taken from Dining Dollars or charged to student account. Students must use this link to sign up before Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 8 a.m. The price for non-students is $12.50 (children 6-10 are half price; children 5 and under are free). Non-student tickets may be purchased at the Luther College Box Office.

J-term Digital Declutter - The Counseling Service is offering a workshop series where participants will take a break from optional technologies in their life during J-term. During this break, participants will explore and rediscover activities and behaviors they find satisfying and meaningful. This two-part workshop will be Jan. 7 & 28, 3:00 p.m. in Nobel (2 nd  floor of the Union). To sign up click  here  and if you have any questions contact Stu Johnston in the Counseling Service at  johnstst@luther.edu .

Ethnic Arts Festival poster design competition - The Center for Intercultural Engagement and Student Success (CIES) is now accepting submissions for the Ethnic Arts Festival poster design competition. The contest is open to all students, and the submission deadline is Dec. 20. The winning designer will receive free food tickets for use at the Ethnic Arts Festival. Email Clara Muggli-Toyloy, the CIES Administrative Assistant, for submission guidelines ( mugglicl@luther.edu ).
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