Student Flu Vaccination Clinics - Oct 12
Student Flu Clinics continue Tuesday, October 12 from 11 AM - 4 PM in the Student Organization Suite, Union Room 102. Sign-up is strongly encouraged to ensure there aren't long lines, but walk-ins are welcome. Flu vaccination is free for students.
CEPE lecture: Jillian Peterson, “The Violence Project: How to Stop a Mass Shooting Epidemic,” - Oct. 13
Hamline University professor of criminology and criminal justice, Jillian Peterson, will discuss her research into mass shootings and those who perpetrate them. With her colleague, James Densley, Peterson has spent years identifying commonalities in the life stories of mass shooters, and, in her new book, calls for evidence-based strategies to stop these recurring tragedies. Peterson’s lecture is free and open to the public. A book sale and signing will take place following the lecture.
Wednesday, Oct 13, 7 p.m. in the CFL Recital Hall.
Sponsored by Center for Ethics and Public Engagement. Questions: cepe@luther.edu.
LIBRARY BOOKS ARE DUE Oct 15
October 15 is the due date for books checked out from the Main Stacks by students on or before Sunday, Oct. 10. 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 December 10, the last day of Fall Term classes. 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.
Music in the Shape of a Pear: 9/11 Memorial Concert - Oct 21
The concluding event of the 20th anniversary of 9/11 organized by the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement, this concert will combine musical selections composed in response to 9/11 and personal recollections of community members. Included on the program are compositions by Adam Gwon, Ned Rorem, Bruce Springsteen and Karen Walwyn.
"Music in the Shape of a Pear" is an annual concert series directed by Brooke Joyce, professor of music.
Thursday, Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m., Noble Recital Hall of the Jenson-Noble Hall of Music
'Viking Economics' book discussion - Oct. 27
Prof. Maren Johnson (Nordic Studies) and Berit Skogen '23 will lead a discussion on Viking Economics by George Lakey on Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Lakey provides a guide for the non-specialist to compare and contrast modern economic systems in developed countries, with a focus on Norway and the United States. Along with history and statistics, he includes personal stories and conversations. Sign up to receive your free copy and register for the discussion.
A Civic Sustainability event, in collaboration with Center for Ethics and Public Engagement, Torgerson Center for Nordic Studies, and Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum.
Foreign Policy and Practice Series, Session 1 - Oct. 27
Associated Colleges of the Midwest announces the first session in the new Foreign Policy and Practice Series hosted by the ACM and Chicago Council on Global Affairs, entitled Public Opinion and Foreign Policy: Does It Matter and, If so, How?
Open to all interested faculty, students, and staff.
Wednesday, October 27, from 5-6:30 p.m.
Seven Rivers Undergraduate Research Symposium
Registration for 2021 is live for the Undergraduate Research Symposium Friday, November 12, at Viterbo University, LaCrosse, WI.
CEPE invites Student Orgs. to Collaborate
The Center for Ethics and Public Engagement aims to extend conversation beyond the classroom. If your student organization is planning any events (such as lectures, guest speakers, conferences, book groups, etc.) we would like to partner with you!!! Let us know how can we help you by filling this form! Our aid could be financial, facilitating a space (our office is in Olin 214), offering guide or resources to achieve your goals and our mission, and in many other ways.
Projects for Peace Proposals
The Projects for Peace program encourages students to develop innovative, community-centered, and scalable responses to the world’s most pressing issues. If selected, students/student groups receive $10,000 to carry out their project during Summer 2022. If interested in learning more, contact Jon Lund, lundjon@luther.edu, to discuss the proposal process, budget development, and timeframe.
Proposals are due January 17, 2022.
Midterm Care Packages Available through Luther Bookshop
Are midterms causing you stress? Midterms care packages are now available from the Luther Book Shop! Try some retail therapy and send a care package to you or a friend's SPO! Available here!
Compost Collection on Hold During Fall Break
Compost collection will be stopped at all locations for Fall Vacation beginning October 14th. Compost collection will resume on October 21st.
College Ministries
Pause. Pray. Be Present.
Chapel is held M/W/F from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL.
Wed., Oct. 13: Professor David Faldet
Fri., Oct. 15: Pastor Melissa Bills
All are welcome.
Go to luther.edu/ministries to sign up for chapel reminders or to get involved with ministry and service opportunities on campus.
Silent Meditation
A time of silent meditation is held weekly at 5:15 in the CFL, on the second floor, Room 205.
World Food Day - Food Drive
Luther College Campus ministry is collecting donations for the Little Free Pantry for World Food Day on Oct 16. The Little Free Pantry is a resource on campus that provides all students and faculty with access to free foods like snacks, drink mixes, and shelf-stable goods. The Little Free Pantry is open 24/7 and is located within the prayer chapel (a little door across the street from Valders). Donations are always welcomed and encouraged, they can be dropped off in a box next to the Little Free Pantry or the Campus Ministry office.
Chapel Streaming
Chapel streaming is back! Look up “Luther College Ministries” on YouTube and subscribe while you’re there!
Transportation to Catholic Mass
Those interested in car-pooling to Catholic mass each weekend are invited to fill out this google form. Please email csc@luther.edu with any questions!
