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Satellite Absentee Voting Station
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On Tuesday, October 25 (9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.), Luther will host a satellite voting station for November 8 general election. The voting station will be located in the Dahl Centennial Union on the main floor. Precincts for which ballots will be available: Precincts 5 and 6 only. This includes Decorah Wards 4, and 5; Decorah Township in Supervisor District 3; and Canoe Township.
Voter registration forms will be available for new registrations in the county. Changes in the registration records of people who are currently registered within the county may also be made.
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Center Stage Series presents Versa-Style Dance Company! Friday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m.in the CFL Main Hall. This hip-hop dance group from Los Angeles will perform their signature piece, Box of Hope, which uses a Motown soundtrack and vibrant choreography to deliver the message that where there are inequalities and struggle, there is also hope. Tickets are free to students with CAF! Visit the Ticket Office or tickets.luther.edu
Learn about hip-hop from the Versa-Style Dance Company! Versa-Style Hip-Hop Dance Culture and Technique Experience Thursday, October 20, 2:30-4:00 p.m.in Studio One, CFA 121. Through the demonstration and practice of these movements, students will gain more awareness of the true essence of hip-hop dance and its history. All are welcome to this free masterclass. Come get down, learn some foundation and add flavor to your freestyle!
The community is invited to celebrate the life of Lawrence H. Williams, retired professor of Africana studies at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 23, in the Center for Faith and Life, Recital Hall. Williams passed away July 31, 2016, in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Wife Queen, sons Lawrence, Jr. and Martin and daughter Shari, will be in attendance at Professor Williams' Decorah memorial service to celebrate his life and legacy at Luther with the community.
 Join us for a public screening of the Final Presidential Debate! Communications professor Derek Sweet will introduce the debate with a discussion of rhetoric in our public dialogue and will lead a short discussion, post-screening. Wednesday, October 19, 7:30-10:00 p.m., Valders 206. FREE PIZZA. Sponsored by the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement, Luther College Democrats and Luther College Republicans.
The International Students and Allies Association is hosting it's annual Fashion Show this Saturday, October 22 at 8 p.m. in the CFA Atrium. This year's theme "Free to Be Me" embraces cultural differences while showcasing fashion. Pre-sale tickets are $2 at the Diversity Center and $3 at the door. Tickets are limited!
"America's Challenges . . . Thoughts on Repair and Healing" - The U.S.A. is a good place to live and work, but our nation faces some definite challenges. Dean E. Johnson '69, retired Army General, Minnesota State Senator, Lutheran Pastor, and University of Minnesota Regent will offer some thoughts on issues of race, theology, economics, infrastructure, taxation, and education as our nation moves forward. Sponsored by the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement. Tuesday, October 25, 6:00-7:00 p.m., Center for Faith and Life, Recital Hall.
WE BE POPPIN! Please stop by the Student Activities Office on Thursday, October 20 from 9:40-10:45a.m. to enjoy Pinters flavored popcorn and to recommend an activity for a future SAC event! BUTTER BE THERE! Sponsored by the Student Activities Council!
Luther has been invited to participate in the summer 2017 Davis Projects for Peace. Luther students interested in designing and implementing their own grassroots projects for peace are encouraged to submit proposals of 3 pages or less by January 15, 2017. If selected, students receive $10,000 to implement projects somewhere in the world during summer 2017. For details and application information, contact Jon Lund.
Luther Serves: On October 29, College Ministries will sponsor Luther Serves, a service project formerly known as Fall Fling. This event will send Luther students into the community to help people with yard work or indoor chores needed at this time of year. Shifts are from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Money raised will be split between the Winneshiek County flood relief effort and a memorial in honor of Bjorn Norderhaug. Please consider joining us for this event as we serve our community!
Health Service is sponsoring an additional flu clinic on Monday, October 24in the Union (Williams Lounge) from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Students may charge their student account. Faculty/Staff may pay with cash or check. Cost $25 (receipt available for reimbursement).
"Transfer of Memory," a touring exhibit consisting of photographs and stories by Minnesota Holocaust survivors, will be on display, October 21-December 5, in the Center for Faith and Life Gallery. Luther will be the first Iowa site to host "Transfer of Memory." The exhibition is brought to Luther by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas.
Artist Tiberiu Chelcea brings old and new together with his unique art featuring pages from vintage trigonometry textbooks. The "Trigonopoetry" exhibit is on display October 22 to December 11 in Preus Library. Chelcea says his work "investigates the physical and tangible beauty of mass-produced technological/scientific objects and texts, as well as their relationship with our recent past and our outdated ways of doing things."
Norse Knitters will be having their Fall Sale on October 20in the Union! Join us from 11:00 a. m.-2:00 p.m.in Williams Lounge. We have fall gifts from scarves to decorative items! Stop by and gather some holiday gifts!
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Language Learning Center (Main 215) offers drop in tutoring, conversation tables and language activities in Chinese, French, German, Linguistics, Norwegian, Russian and Spanish. We can help you learn the basics, prepare for exams, review homework, practice your speaking, or help you be better prepared for some study away courses! No appointment necessary. Schedules are posted around campus, outside Main 215 and available online.
The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine will hold an Informational Conference on Friday, October 21, 2016. Pre-Registration required by October 17. Interested in Physical Therapy as a career? Learn about entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program and U of Iowa, how to prepare your application, roles and responsibilities, and take a tour of DPT Program's facilities. A copy of information can be picked up in the Career Center as well. 2016 Government and Non-Profit Career Fair - sponsored by Minnesota College and University Career Services Association on Friday, October 28, 2016 on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. If interested in attending, please stop by the Career Center to sign-up by Friday, October 21. Many internships and career opportunities are available within all levels of government and nonprofit organizations. Mayo School of Health Sciences Educational Open House to be held on Thursday - November 10, 2016 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Phillips Hall, Siebens Building - Mayo Clinc in Rochester, MN. Free event, no registration is required. Details of the open house or learn more or call 1-800-626-9041 if you have specific questions. Iowa Institute of Human Genetics, Careers in Human Genetics Information Day will be held on Friday, November 11, 2016, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University of Iowa Campus, Iowa City, IA. Open to anyone interested in career paths and possibilities in rapidly growing field and the diverse career opportunities in human genetics. Enrollment is limited, so register today! Minneapolis Career Fair will be held on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at the Embassy Suites, Minneapolis Airport (7901-34th Avenue South, Bloomington, MN) Event runs from 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. Register and print your ticket to this event. This is a free event for job seekers.
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The Bulletin is published for the Luther Community by the Campus Programming Office every Tuesday & 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 be run a maximum of two times. Word limit: 75. Email: bulletin@luther.edu
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