March 2022
Dear Classmate,
It’s no joke that the news headlines are heavy right now and have been for some time.
But just as hopelessness settles in, we turn pages in the calendar and look to a new season. And oh! The spring season is unlike any other. With it, spring brings an eternal optimism and a promise that the future will be full of beauty and potential.
In Decorah, the snow trillium, Dutchman’s breeches, and other spring wildflowers will soon peek out of the ground and provide that heavy dose of hope we all need right now. Students on Luther’s campus will dig deep into their studies. Prospective students will visit Decorah and consider our beloved alma mater as the platform for their future.
You are one of Luther’s closest friends and a tireless champion. Will you join me in planting seeds of hope for more students and prospective students? Here are a few ideas for how you might help the Luther community during this spring season: