Happy Last Day of Classes!
Ultra Mega Mega in the CFA tonight
The Visual and Performing Arts Department invites you to our end of the semester student showcase featuring student works including visual art and theatre and dance performances. There will be a Prize Raffle, Music, and of course Art! Please come and enjoy. Walk-ins welcome, people come and go all night. Friday Dec 10, 6-9pm in the CFA, (raffle prize sign-up: 6-7:30pm, raffle drawing: 7:30pm). Masks required.
Library Books Due today
LIBRARY BOOKS ARE DUE! December 10 is the due date for books checked out from the Main Stacks by students on or before Sunday, December 5. 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 January 26, the last day of the J-term. Click on "Library Account" online at luther.edu/library, and sign in with your NorseKey to see what you have checked out and when it is due.
Compost collection closes today for the Holiday Break
Campus collection of compost will close on Friday, December 10. Compost collection will resume on Monday, January 3. For questions, or if you would like a personal compost container for your office, contact sustainability@luther.edu.
Top Banana Study Break - Dec. 11
Top Banana wants to help you study for finals! The college favorite comedy Improv troupe has a show Saturday, December 11th, in Olin 102! The show runs from 9-10:30pm. We will be making you laugh and Helping you pass! Please wear a mask.
Pancake Study Break Cancelled
The pancake study break scheduled to occur on Dec. 12 has been cancelled due to the Covid alert level being raised to teal.
Hot Reads for Cold Nights
This winter break and J-term, give yourself permission to read a book (or two or three) for fun! With Preus Library’s Hot Reads for Cold Nights winter reading program, you could win fun prizes simply by reading. Open to all students, faculty, and staff, whether on or off campus. Prize drawings will take place in January. For more information, visit the library blog or the circulation desk. Happy reading, Norse!
Textbook Info from the Bookshop
Books for J-term 2022 can be purchased or rented in the Book Shop or through the website, lutherbookshop.com, beginning Friday, December 10.
A textbook buyback will be held in the Book Shop Monday throughThursday, December 13-16 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Bring in any books you want to sell, no matter where they were purchased, and get CASH!
Remember to return fall 2021 rented textbooks to the Book Shop no later than Thursday, December 16 by 4:45 p.m.
Library Hours - Finals Week (starting Sun., Dec. 12)
Sun.: 11:00 a.m. - Midnight
Mon.-Wed.: 7:30 a.m. - Midnight
Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join Luther Global Health Club!
What? Yes! You heard it right, one more chance to sign up for Luther Global Health Club! We are a new student organization in the making. Our mission is to engage members across all departments and majors on campus to address health from a multi-disciplinary approach - you don't have to be a global health major to join! If you would like to receive more information about our events and meetings, sign up in this form and/or email to Anita Tamang at tamaan01@luther.edu.
Fellowship Opportunity - PhD Program Funding
Are you planning to graduate in May and enter a PhD program in Fall 2022? Are you a “person of accomplishment, intelligence, integrity and leadership ability” who wants to pursue an academic career? If so, consider applying for the McElroy Fellowship ($12,000/year for up to 3 years). Contact Prof. Elizabeth Steding (stedel01@luther.edu) for more information.
Pass Down the Gown
Senior, USA National Miss Wisconsin, Hannah Slater, and Annika Hedges are partnering with Pass Down the Down to collect long formal gowns. Pass Down the Gown, is committed to making formal events affordable for people across the United States! If you drop off a dress(s) at the CFA, second floor, near the costume shop, you will be entered into a raffle for a $50 gift card to Modish and free coffee! You can drop off dress(s) anytime before December 12th. Please feel free to reach out to Hannah Slater at slatha01@luther.edu or Annika Hedges at hedgan02@luther.edu.
Get your 2022 Walking Decorah Calendar now!
Designed by Jay Raabe in Multimedia, the calendar is illustrated with 12 new sites for the local Decorah traveler to seek out on foot or pedal. Go to: jayraabe.com and order today in time for Christmas.
Free Flu Vaccines Available!
If you would like to receive a flu vaccine prior to Holiday Break, please call Health Services at 563-387-1045 to schedule an appointment.
COVID-19 Antigen Testing at EAST
Testing is available for employees and students at EAST on Thursday, December 16 from 8:30-11:45 AM. Anyone being tested must have no COVID symptoms and should be feeling healthy at the time of their appointment. Appointments are required and can be booked online, up to 12 hours in advance. On the appointment website, look for "Asymptomatic COVID Testing for Luther Community Members." This testing service is free of charge. Masks are required at the testing site, located at 404 High St. If you are planning on using this test to travel, please verify that antigen tests will be accepted for your flight.
College Ministries
Dec. 12 Candlelight Worship: The Teal Version
College Ministries is thrilled to invite all students, staff, and faculty to a Candlelight service of readings and carols at 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12. The updated & shortened version of this event will take place outside on the CFL steps, and will still include candle-lighting, readings, and favorite carols. Dress warm, wear a mask, and come join us in doing an old tradition in a new way!
Council for Faith and Life
College Ministries seeks students with experience and/or desire to participate in interfaith work and collaboration to join our new Council for Faith and Life. This council will be responsible for overseeing the role of faith in campus life and for building and maintaining collaborative relationships across departments, faith traditions, and the wider community. Those who are interested should contact Pastor Melissa at pastormelissa@luther.edu.
Catholic Mass on Campus
Saturday, December 11 at 4:00 in the CRH. Join us for mass on campus! Reach out to csc@luther.edu with any questions.
