The complete program for the Friday, May 8, Student Research Symposium is now posted. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the full day, beginning with the opening session at 9 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall that includes research reflections by two outstanding students. Sessions continue throughout the day, with concurrent oral sessions, complimentary dessert on Bentdahl Commons, a poster session, interludes for conversation and music, and evening performances.
KWLC invites everyone to the KWLC Block Party May 2 from 11 a.m.-
2 p.m. at Bentdahl Commons. This music festival will feature two Luther student bands, Coastal Cabins and Driftwood Bones, as well as other festive block party activities.
Henrik Williams, Uppsala University professor of Scandinavian Languages, will present the guest lecture "From Odin to Christ- How Runes Speak of Religion" at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, in the Franklin W. Olin Building, Room 102. A reception will follow the lecture. According to Norse myth, the god Odin invented runes, which are illustrated on rune stones. The oldest runic inscriptions provide a glimpse of Pagans in action.
After backpacking, rock-climbing, and kayaking his way around the U.S. and Costa Rica, Chuck Stark ('06), will present, "Exploring the World and Finding our Place" at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, in Valders Room 206. Stark will share the explorations he has taken since his time at Luther and discuss where adventures may take others in the audience using the idea that exploration happens any time.
Working on a research paper? Wondering how to keep track of your sources, create a bibliography and footnotes? Zotero (free application) helps you collect, manage, and cite your sources. Bring your laptop to our workshop and learn how to download Zotero and set it up to manage your resources (available for PCs and MACs). Thursday, May 7 in Hovde Lounge, Preus Library, 7-8 p.m.
Come hear the Luther College Gospel Choir, under the direction of Sam Simataa, as we perform our final concert! Join us on Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. in the CRH for this fun celebration of gospel music! Refreshments will be provided following the concert. All are welcome to attend free of charge. We hope to see you there! Please contact
Annē Wermedal with any questions.
Nepalese Luther students and College Ministries are collecting funds for those affected by the earthquake in Nepal. Funds will be sent to the ELCA's Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR). LDR works in partnership with local leaders and agencies and stays long after a disaster. 100% of funds designated for earthquake relief will be used to assist those directly impacted. MORE INFORMATION. You can bring cash or checks to the College Ministries office. Watch for collection jars around campus as well.
Summer housing applications are available on the Res Life website and in the Res Life office. Eligible students must be employed on campus, enrolled for a summer class, or an international student. A meal plan is optional - a 2 week minimum stay required. Applications are due May 13.
Interested in learning more about the role of oil and coffee third world development, feminist economics, why the younger generation should save, the value of a liberal arts education and more? Join the Economics 490 Senior Project course in Peace Dining on Wednesday, May 6th at 6:30 p.m. to hear about their semester long research followed by a poster session. Food and refreshments will be provided.
Please join us Monday, May 4 at 4:00 p.m. in Baker Commons for the annual Don Kemp Memorial Event celebrating Don's life and Social Work Month. We will induct new members into the Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society and award two scholarships in memory of Don Kemp and Jessa Slostad. Our keynote speaker this year will be Leah Kinnaird, LMSW, class of 2007. Her topic will be Domestic Violence: Effects Throughout the Lifespan.
Tau Delta Gamma will host a beast cancer awareness night from 9-11 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, on the library lawn. Winneshiek County Celebration of Life has donated 300 pink luminaries to be lit and arranged into a breast cancer ribbon.
The Center for Sustainable Communities continues the series Luther and Climate Change on Thursdays, 9:40-10:30 a.m. in Valders 367. Presentations will focus on one topic each and will last about 15 minutes, followed by a question and answer session and discussion. The last two sessions will focus on Luther's commitments and actions and local food. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be provided.
The Luther Aquatic Center is hiring summer lifeguards. We need certified lifeguards that will average 12-15 hours/week. Please contact Human Resources to apply.
Sweeten the Deal! On Thursday, Friday and Saturday May 7, 8 & 9 stop by the Book Shop. Draw a "sweet" lollipop to receive an extra discount of 15%, 20% or 25% off your purchase of sweatpants and hooded sweatshirts.
