Family Weekend starts Friday! - Sept. 17-19
Check out the complete listing of Family Weekend events right here
Library Fall Book Sale - Sept. 17-26
Preus Library will hold a special Fall Book Sale running from Friday, Sept. 17 through Sunday, Sept. 26. Thousands of hardcover and paperback books will be available for purchase. Prices will decline daily beginning Tuesday.
SAC CONCERTS PRESENTS: The Unlikely Candidates - Sept. 17
Join us on the Library Lawn for a 7:30 concert Friday night with The Unlikely Candidates, an indie rock band based out of Fort Worth, Texas. Their 2020 single "Novocaine" just hit #1 @ Alternative Rock radio, with over 20 million YouTube views!! Tickets are free w/ CAF, $15.00 without CAF. Stop by the Ticket Office in the CFL or go to tickets.luther.edu.
Sponsored by SAC Concerts
2nd Annual Internship Showcase - Sept. 16 – Oct. 3
Posters will be displayed in the Union, Valders, Sampson Hoffland, CFA, and Olin, where students share what they are learning beyond campus. Come to the Sam Hoff Atrium and the Link (between Sam Hoff and Valders) to hear presentations from some of the students during Shadow Block on Sept. 30!
Dr. Adrienne Strong, "Global Health, Maternal Mortality, and the Ethics of Care in Tanzania” - Sept 23
Anthropology and Global Health programs invite you to the public talk with Dr. Adrienne Strong at 4pm on Thursday, Sept 23 in Olin 102.
Dr. Strong is an applied medical anthropologist who will discuss the inner workings of a government hospital in Tanzania, examining how institutional structures related to hierarchy, bureaucracy, historical precedents, and communication may influence the capacity of the institution to provide effective maternal healthcare. Masks will be required during the lecture. This project is sponsored by the Campus Programming Board, Anthropology, and Global Health programs.
Learn about Luther's Nottingham Program - Sept 23
SOPHOMORES: Learn about a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend your junior year living in England at an information session on Thursday, Sept. 23, 7 pm - 8 pm in Hovde Room, Preus Library. A former student participant and program leaders will talk about academic credits, living arrangements, and travel around the UK .
Graduate/Professional School Day - Sept. 23
Is graduate school in your future? It's not too early to explore different graduate programs now! Attend the VIRTUAL GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL DAY on Thursday, September 23 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Representatives from over 50 colleges and universities will be attending virtually to visit with Luther students about their various graduate programs. See who's attending here, and register on Handshake to attend!
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Homecoming Shirts on Sale
Luther College Homecoming shirts are now on sale! Tau Delta Gamma has teamed up with Gallery of Tops to celebrate the weekend of October 2nd. Shirts can be delivered to your SPO and Staff/Faculty mail, or they can be picked up on Oct 2 (Homecoming game day) at the Union from 10:30 am to 1 pm. Ordering will close on September 23rd. Place your orders by clicking here!
Drivers wanted for Homecoming Parade
SAC Homecoming is looking for individuals who own and might be willing to drive a convertible for the parade on Saturday, October 2nd. The parade starts at 10 and lineup starts at 9. If interested, please email sachomecoming@luther.edu or stop by the SAC office.
Sustainability Reuse Closet
Luther Sustainability operates a REUSE CLOSET in Valders 364. Inside, you'll find all kinds of good, used items for FREE, whether you're a student, faculty or staff. Get 3-ring binders (1"-5"), manilla folders, in/out trays, blank CDs, air envelopes, ink cartridges and more. We have an inventory we can send you, but items change. You'll want to check it out! Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm. Questions? sustainability@luther.edu.
October and November Virtual PLEN Seminars for Women:
PLEN (Public Leadership Education Network) is offering "Law and Legal Advocacy" (Oct. 14th-16th) and "Women of Color Influencing Washington" (Nov. 12th-14th). Explore how to influence the policy issues you are passionate about and learn the range of professional opportunities and skills required to be successful. You will network and learn from female leaders on Capitol Hill, the executive branch, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private corporations.
Email <cepe> if you'd like to participate in one of these seminars or have questions. First registration deadline is 9/27. All fees covered.
Student Advisory Board members for Counseling Center
Luther College Counseling Center (LCCS) is looking for new members for the Student Advisory Board. Members will provide input on student mental health needs and strategies to meet them, perceptions of LCCS, and advocating with stakeholders. Board members will serve as ambassadors for collegiate mental health, educating peers about services, combating misconceptions about mental health care, and learning about student perceptions of the college’s mental health resources while working with LCCS, NAMI and Active Minds. Contact counseling@luther.edu.
College Ministries
Family Weekend Worship Service: Sun., Sept. 19, 10 a.m. in the CFL. All are welcome to this service of Holy Communion. Pastor Melissa Bills will preach and Nordic Choir will provide special music.
Sunday Night Worship
Gather at 8:00 p.m. in Bentdahl Commons Sunday, Sept. 19, for Focus. John Cord, associate professor of music, will be the speaker.
Monday Chapel
Revive your spirit with Sung Morning Prayer, 10:30 - 10:50 a.m., Mon., Sept. 20 in the CFL.
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!
