A month of celebration and upcoming alumni gatherings

COMMUNITY

Luther College is in the midst of a February event series recognizing Black History Month. The series features international music performances (pictured above), a Mother Language Day workshop, and several speakers including the Black History Month Distinguished Lecture.

“Black History Month is an annual celebration that honors the contributions and achievements of African Americans as part of the fabric of American history and is now being celebrated in countries across the world. It is important that Luther College acknowledges Black History Month as our mission challenges us to be a campus where we are transformed by encounters with one another. This celebration helps us to learn about the rich histories and experiences of all members of our community.” – Dr. Robert Clay, chief equity and inclusion officer and assistant to the president for community engagement

SPOTLIGHTS

VANESSA FRAZIER '90 SERVES AS UN SECURITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT

Vanessa (Grima Baldacchino) Frazier '90 serves as permanent representative of Malta to the United Nations and this month she will serve as the UN Security Council President.

On Feb. 2, Frazier wrote on LinkedIn, "Today I assumed, on behalf of Malta, the Presidency of the UN Security Council. As a young girl and later as a young diplomat, never did I imagine that I would have the privilege to utter these words. I hope that by my actions I can inspire girls to dream big!"

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NORWAY APPOINTS SUZANNE MINECK '96 AS HONORARY CONSUL

The Norwegian Government has appointed Suzanne (Roverud) Mineck as Honorary Consul for Iowa and Nebraska. “I was deeply humbled to be asked to serve in this capacity,” Mineck said.

SARA NELSON '96 NAMED IOWA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM DIRECTOR

The Iowa Space Grant Consortium has announced Dr. Sara (Franzen) Nelson as its new director. The NASA-supported agency is part of Iowa State’s Department of Aerospace Engineering.

UPDATES & EVENTS

ALUMNI GATHERINGS

It's time to reconnect with each other and hear about the good things underway at Luther! You are invited to join us for an informal gathering with President Jenifer K. Ward in Minneapolis (Feb. 16); St. Paul (March 2); Tucson (March 17); Phoenix (March 18); Rochester, Minn. (March 30) or Iowa City (April 2).

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GIVING DAY IS ALMOST HERE!

Luther College is home to generations of students, alumni, families, members of the Decorah community, and a few friendly gnomes—thanks to your steadfast love and support. Join us again on March 9 as we come together in support of this special place!

#LutherGives

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LIFELONG LEARNING

Return to campus this summer for a Norse Short Course in photography and learn how to use your smartphone to take exceptional photos. Or join Luther College chefs in a culinary arts class. Courses will be offered in June and July, and space is limited. In addition, Nordic-inspired courses will be held July 25-27, and you can extend your stay on campus to take in Decorah’s famous Nordic Fest.

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SPRING PAIDEIA III BOOK CLUB

You are invited to participate in a Virtual Alumni Book Club (aptly named Paideia III)! Join moderators Joseph Breitenstein, Luther professor of psychology, and Richard Thiel for three discussions about "As the Twig Is Bent." The spring book club will meet virtually Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. CT on April 4, 11, 18, and 25.

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CAMPUS

The Luther Model UN team poses for a photo at the annual conference in Chicago.

LUTHER STUDENTS EXCEL AT AMERICAN MODEL UN CONFERENCE

Four Luther College students were recently awarded Exceptional Representation awards at the annual American Model United Nations (AMUN) Conference.

Two Luther students modeling Luther gear in front of a fireplace.

SHARE LUTHER GEAR WITH THOSE YOU LOVE!

When you shop at the Luther Book Shop all proceeds stay on campus to support the college. Now through Feb. 14 you can order a spring care package to be delivered to a favorite current student.

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