Luther News
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008
Volume 8, Issue 12
Luther plans response to nation’s economic downturn
Luther President Richard Torgerson has communicated with the college’s students, parents, faculty and staff in the past two weeks to provide them with information about Luther’s plans to respond to the economic downturn.
President Torgerson said the Luther Board of Regents and administration leaders are evaluating the economic situation, appraising its effects on Luther operations and will make prudent financial decisions that will help the college thrive during these times of financial challenges. Read more
Luther College supporter offers $250,000 challenge gift for annual fund
An anonymous donor has offered Luther College a $250,000 challenge gift to increase unrestricted giving to the college’s Annual Fund.
The challenge gift will match, dollar-for-dollar, all new gifts and increases in gifts to the Luther Annual Fund. Read more
Luther College to host World AIDS Day benefit concert
The Luther College Student Global AIDS Campaign, in conjunction with National AIDS Awareness Month and the World AIDS Day, will present a benefit concert on Saturday, Nov. 22 at 9 p.m. in Marty’s CyberCafé, located on the lower level of Dahl Centennial Union.
The concert is open to the public with no charge for admission. A free will donation will be accepted. Read more
Luther College to host Dec. 19 astronomy observation session
Luther College will host an astronomy observing session Friday, Dec. 19, 7-8 p.m. at Valders Hall of Science, led by Jeff Wilkerson, Luther professor of physics. The session is open to the public with no charge for admission. Observers may come any time during the 60-minute session. Read more
What About Luther?
Help admsisions office, share your Luther story
The Luther admissions office needs assistance finishing the last of their admissions brochures. A viewbook titled “Luther College: Famous for All the Right Reasons” will feature quotes and comments from several students, faculty, staff and alumni about their Luther experience both on and off campus.
Click here to view a short questionnaire which will give you a chance to share your Luther story.
Please e-mail your questionnaire responses to Derek Hartl at hartde01@luther.edu.
Anyone who responds prior to Dec. 1 will be entered in a drawing to win a $30 gift card to be used at the Luther Book Shop.
As you all know, the college recruiting process has become increasingly competitive, and students look to gain as much information about a school as possible. Through this brochure we hope to show students just how life-changing a Luther education can be.
Music notes
Luther College Jazz Band to present fall concert Nov. 21
Luther College Jazz Orchestra and Vocal Jazz Ensemble concert Nov. 23
Luther students perform exceptionally well at regional NATS competition
DAIS: Doing Any Interesting Stuff?
Don’t make them toot their own horn; tell the Public Information Office about achievements by Luther College faculty, staff, students and alumni. Appropriate items include, but are not limited to, papers presented, awards or grants received, articles and books published and offices held. To toot someone else’s horn, click here.
And a side of sports
Ten softball players named NFCA Scholar Athletes; team ranks 26th in NCAA III
David McKay, men's cross country, named Central Region Athlete of the Year
Women's cross country qualifies for national championships; finishes second at Central Regional
Men's cross country seventh at Central Regional
Purchase prints of Norse athletes in action
Don't forget:
Luther hosts Nov. 20 reading from
‘Eating in Place:
Telling the Story of Local Foods’
Luther College theatre/dance department to present ‘Reign’
Luther to present ‘Square Stories’ theatre performances
Luther College President Torgerson names the Reverend Michael Burk to Luther’s Board of Regents
Luther students Rousheen Paisley and Junette Maxis
“Lend a Hand” to Haiti
Wegman art exhibit opens Oct. 8 at Luther College Preus Library
Kennon art exhibit opens Oct. 14 at Luther College Center for Faith and Life
Northern Clay Center exhibit opens Oct. 15 at Luther College Kristin Wigley-Fleming Gallery
LUTHER EVENTS CALENDAR: November 2008
Luther Center Stage Series to host four children’s program performances in 2008-09 season
Luther College is an undergraduate liberal arts institution of 2,500 students. Founded in 1861, the college is located in the river and bluff country of northeast Iowa.
A community of faith and learning, Luther is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Luther offers more than 60 majors and pre-professional and certificate programs leading to the bachelor of arts degree.
Its mission statement emphasizes faith, leadership and community service. Luther provides equal opportunity for all qualified persons in its educational programs and activities.
For questions or concerns regarding Luther News, please contact the Public Information Office, e-mail luthernews@luther.edu or telephone (563) 387-1865.
