April 22, 2014

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The deadline for applying to J-term 2015 courses is Wednesday, April 23! Applications must be completed by 5:00pm. Check out the available courses and begin your application here. Questions? Drop by the Center for Global Learning, 1st floor of West Larsen Hall or call x1062.   

 

The annual BTQ Talent Show, sponsored by Luther College's Diversity Center and the Beta Theta Omega (BTQ), a women's leadership and service group, will feature student talent at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 26, in the Main Hall of the Center for Faith and Life. The show will feature vocal and instrumental music, dance and poetry. 

 

STUDY ABROAD with IFSA-Butler! A representative will be on campus on Tuesday, April. 22.  Stop by his table outside of Marty's from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to visit about programs in 18 countries. Q's? Call x1101 or email [email protected]

 

STUDY MANAGEMENT ABROAD: Interested in studying abroad at an accredited business school with internship and professional development opportunities? Info session for management students Tuesday, April 22, 4-5 p.m. in Main 116B. Q's? Call x1101 or email [email protected]

 

Beyond the Bubble Seminars will resume on April 29 and include:  "Microsoft Publisher Basics"; "Putting Your Best Foot Forward - Knowing and Promoting Your Strengths in the Workplace and Beyond".   Students in work-study positions should check with their supervisors if they want to attend for paid job training.  For seminar descriptions and registration (required) form, see http://www.luther.edu/careers/beyond-the-bubble/ 

 

After a year-long commitment from more than 500 people, the Luther College Dance Marathon raised a total of $38,612.01 to send to the University of Iowa Children's Hospital.  Dance Marathon is a nationwide movement involving college and high school students at more than 150 schools across the country. Students spend a year raising funds and interacting with children's hospital patients and families. 

 

Professors and students at Luther College and Lafayette College are investigating southern hemisphere climate change over the last six million years to better understand key linkages and feedbacks within Earth's climate system. The project is funded through a $135,235 grant from the National Science Foundation awarded in June 2013 to Laura Peterson, Luther College assistant professor of environmental studies and chemistry, and a similarly funded grant awarded to collaborator Kira Lawrence, associate professor of geology at Lafayette College.

 

The Social Sciences Department is hiring office assistants for the 2014-15 academic year. One position will begin Fall 2014 and two begin Spring 2015. Duties include assisting with projects for dept. faculty, scanning/copying, running errands, etc. Applicants must have necessary computer skills, be very detail oriented, reliability of scheduled hours, and able to work with minimal supervision. Interested applicants should pickup an application in Koren 323. Application deadline April 25.

 

Lifeguard Certification Class: On April 24-26 there will be a lifeguard certification/ re-certification class in Regents. The cost will be around $80. If you are interested and would like more information please contact Laura Vestle at [email protected].

 

Eat Your Way Across Campus: Edible Landscapes 2014--Based on your feedback, plans have been established for the 2014 Valders and Ylvi Edible Landscapes. This season you can expect to find cherry tomatoes, ground cherries, eggplant, peppers, basil, lettuce, spinach, cucumbers, mini watermelon, kale, chard, beans and common herbs. Keep in mind that you are welcome to harvest from these gardens. Just be sure to close the gate behind you to keep out the critters!

 

Thanks to all who created entries and who came to vote in the Book Shop's 7th annual Peep Diorama Contest. The following winners were announced: For group entries, first place - Registrar's Office, second - Career Center. For Individual entries, first place - Ale Halse, second - Ruth Berger. To see photos of all entries go to Luther Book Shop Facebook.

 

LIS mouse LIS Tip of the Week
Keyboard shortcuts are easier and faster than using your mouse. For example, to reopen closed tabs in your browser, push Ctrl + Shift + T on a PC. On a Mac, use Command + Shift + T. Questions? Visit www.luther.edu/helpdesk/tips.

 

RERUNS 

 

Summer housing applications and fee information can be found in the Res Life office and on our website. Housing is available in Dieseth starting May 25 for students working on campus, taking Luther summer classes, and international students.
 

V240 Lab Printer Update--The printer in Valders 240 has been upgraded to a different model to accommodate the higher volume of printing in that space. If you print to this printer from your personal device; your driver may need to be updated to reflect the correct make and model. Driver information can be found on the website or you can stop by the LIS Technology Help Desk for assistance with this process.

 

Would you like to help welcome the new students this coming fall? Sign up to be a part of the Move-In Crew! Check out the Move-In Crew tripod in the Union where applications are available, or stop by the Student Life Office, 2nd floor Union. For questions please contact [email protected].

   

Luther College Philharmonia will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, in the Center for Faith and Life. The Luther College Philharmonia, a 51 member symphonic ensemble, will perform "Fanfare" from "La P�ri" by Paul Dukas, Serenade in D Minor, Op. 44 by Dvoř�k, and Overture to Coriolan, Op. 62 by Beethoven.  

 

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ON CAMPUS
Upcoming Events
April 22-24

TUESDAY

9:45a
Union, Mott Room

3:00p
Home

7:00p
Junior/Senior Recital:
Kalle Akkerman, organ
Grace Eric, organ
CFL, Main Hall

7:30p
Documentary: After Tiller
Olin Building, Room 102



WEDNESDAY


10:30a
CFL, Main Hall

4:00p
Shakespeare 450th Birthday Party
Bentdahl Commons

4:00p
University of Dubuque
Home

7:00p
Brass Ensembles Concert
CFL, Main Hall

9:30p
Soul Food
CFL, Main Hall


THURSDAY

9:40a
Student Senate Meeting
Loyalty, Room 100

5:00p
Passover Celebration - 
An Interfaith Holiday Meal
Peace Dining Room

7:30p
Philharmonia Concert
CFL, Main Hall

9:00p
Norse Theatre Presents!
The Lego Movie
Valders, Room 206


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