December 12, 2014
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The Bulletin is published for the Luther Community by the Campus Programming Office every Tuesday and Friday when classes are in session. Copy deadline: 12 noon Monday for Tuesday's edition, 12 noon Thursday for Friday's edition. Each announcement will be run a maximum of two times. Word limit: 75. E-mail: bulletin@luther.edu
A Message from the President

How great our joy!  Many thanks to the students, faculty, and staff who made Christmas at Luther weekend a wonderful success. The program was spectacular and the hospitality shown to our guests was first-rate. We are proud to be a part of such a dedicated and talented community. 

 

As the semester comes to a close we want to wish you and your loved ones a joyous Christmas and blessed New Year.

 

Paula Carlson and Thomas Schattauer
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS

IMPORTANT- The CDC still recommends getting a flu vaccine! Even if vaccine effectiveness is reduced against "drifted" circulating viruses, the vaccine will protect you from the other strains. Evidence also suggests the vaccine may make illness milder. Come to Health Service to get your flu shot TODAY while supplies last!

 

Between the end of Fall 2014 and the start of Spring 2015, the GoPrint Pop-Up will be removed from all classroom and lab workstations. Starting today, rather than waiting for the Pop-Up to "pop", go to print.luther.edu using the browser bookmarks or quicklinks or the icon on the desktop. This method is faster and more secure than the Pop-Up. For details, see GoPrint Pop-Up Removal.

 

The Counseling Service is accepting applications for the Outreach Assistant work study position. The Outreach Assistant (7 hour per week) is responsible for writing blog entries, script writing and other outreach efforts. A detailed job description is available in the Counseling Service. Interested applicants should submit a resume and two blog entries (2 paragraphs each) focusing on college mental health topics to Stu Johnston in the Counseling Service by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 9.

 

Finals getting you down? NEED A BREAK? Active Minds is sponsoring a study break onMonday December 15 from 7-10 p.m. on the main floor of the Union. Come get some free cookies, coffee, cocoa, and tea. Cups will be provided, but we encourage you to bring your own mug! Happy Studying!

 

OFF-CAMPUS STUDY APPLICATIONS READY. Thinking of studying abroad or elsewhere in the U.S. during summer 2015, fall 2015, spring 2016 or the 2015-16 year? If so, you need to complete a Luther application by February or March, in some cases earlier. Fill out this form to request the appropriate application and to talk about your plans!

RERUNS

 

Residence halls will close Thursday, December 18 at 7:00 p.m.
for Christmas break. Dieseth, Miller, Baker Village, College Apartments, and the college-owned houses are open during the break; all other residence halls will be locked for the entire break. Students staying on campus during any part of the Christmas break (except shuttle riders) will need to register with the Residence Life office before Friday, December 12. Only registered students will have IDs activated for building access. The residence halls will reopen for J-term on Saturday, January 3 at 10:00 a.m.



Think you lost something in the CFL? Check out the lost and found table in the lobby of the Center for Faith and Life. 

 

 

 

LIBRARY BOOKS ARE DUE! December 12 is the due date for books checked out from the main stacks by students on or before Sunday, December 7. Books may be renewed once online or by bringing them in physically to the circulation desk if you have exceeded the renewal limit. The new due date is January 28, the last day of J-term. Click on "Library Account" online at http://www.luther.edu/library/, then "My Library Account" in the upper right corner after signing in to see what you have checked out and when it is due.

 

KATIE will be unavailable during special maintenance windows from midnight to 7:30 a.m. on December 23 and 30. During that time, KATIE will be taken offline and moved to a new server. Please plan ahead for access to courses and grades. Reminders will be posted on the KATIE and LIS websites prior to the downtime. If you have questions, please contact the LIS Technology Help Desk at <helpdesk@luther.edu> or x1000.

 

It's been a great first year at the new Digital Media Center (located on the lower floor of the library). We want to remind you that the center is open to all faculty, staff, and students. Check out our webpage (link to https://www.luther.edu/helpdesk/media-center/) for information about the center, including how it is used, operating hours, and contact information. Contact the Multimedia Team (multimedia@luther.edu) to learn how you can take advantage of this great resource.

 

Summer may be months and many degrees away but now is the time to start thinking about summer employment. The Center for Sustainable Communities is offering a wide range of work study and internship opportunities this summer. Opportunities include positions in the areas of land stewardship, sustainable food and agriculture, environmental education, gardening and recycling. For a full list of offerings and information about applying, visit https://www.luther.edu/sustainability/get-involved/jobs/summer/

 

Active Minds is sponsoring the Change Your Language Campaign on Wednesday, December 10 and Thursday, December 11 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.outside of Marty's in order to discourage the use of ableist language such as "crazy," "psycho," or "schizo." Join Active Minds and pledge to change your language.

 

For Sale: Fender Acoustasonic-30DSP Guitar/Vocal Amp. Instrument Input: dynamics, FX Select, FX Level. XLR Mic Input: VX Select, FX Level. Minimally used. $125. Call (563) 382-2907 after6 p.m.

ON CAMPUS 
Upcoming Events
December 12-15  
 
Friday

Last day of classes

10:30a
Kwanzaa Chapel
CFL, Main Hall

7:00p
Ultra Mega Mega
Center for the Arts


Saturday

Reading Day

2:00p
Women's Basketball vs
University of Northwestern
Home

3:30p
Kwanzaa Festival
Union, Peace Dining Room

4:00p
Men's Basketball vs
University of Northwestern
Home


Sunday

10:00a
Sunday Worship Service
CFL, Main Hall

10:00a-1:00-
Peace Brunch (with Santa)
Union, Peace Dining Room

9:00p
Candlelight Nativity Service
CFL, Main Hall


Monday

Finals Exams 


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