Luther News
Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009
Volume 8, Issue 16
McLemore to present Martin Luther King Day lecture Jan. 19 at Luther
Leslie Burl McLemore, Ph. D., professor of political science at Jackson State University in Mississippi, will present Luther College’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Lecture on Monday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m. in the Main Hall of the Luther Center for Faith and Life.
Part of the college’s celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the lecture is open to the public with no charge for admission. McLemore will also speak at the college’s 10:30 a.m. chapel service in the Center for Faith and Life on Jan. 20. Read more
Luther seeks public comment for accrediting review
Luther College is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency.
The college will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit April 6-8 by a team representing The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Luther College has been accredited by the Commission since 1915. Read more
Luther College students begin $10K for Kiva campaign
Brett Johnson, assistant professor of sociology at Luther College, and a group of Luther students have launched a $10K for Kiva campaign to assist developing communities in Third World countries. The Luther group plans to raise $10,000 from a variety of campus and off-campus sources by mid-February to loan through Kiva.org.
The $10K for Kiva campaign will both assist a poor community and educate the Luther community about micro lending. As the loans are repaid, the $10K for Kiva project will reloan the money, allowing the program to continue for years to come. Read more
Luther College announces fall 2008 Dean’s List
William Craft, Luther College vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college, announces 841 Luther students were named to the 2008 fall semester Dean's List.
There were 211 seniors named to the Dean’s List, 209 juniors, 217 sophomores and 203 first year students. Read more
Luther College hosts Very Special Arts Iowa Traveling Art Exhibit
Luther College will display a traveling art exhibit from Very Special Arts Iowa Jan. 15 - March 19. Located on the main floor of Preus Library on the Luther campus, the exhibit is open to the public with no charge for admission.
Very Special Arts Iowa is part of an affiliate network associated with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Founded in 1977 by Jacqueline Merritt of Iowa City, it is the only organization in Iowa devoted entirely to artists with disabilities and annually provides art experiences for more than 30,000 disabled children and adults. Read more
Upcoming tours for alumni, parents and friends
Luther Alumni Office announces the posting of information about two exciting Alumni Tours: Spring Break Tour to the Canary Islands, and the Nordic Choir Companion Tour to Italy France and Spain.
For complete information about the tours and registration, visit web site: http://www.luther.edu/alumni/events/tours/index.html
and click on:
2009 Nordic Choir Companion Tour to Italy, France and Spain
2009 Spring Break Tour to the Canary Islands
What about Luther?
Read the Rev. David Vásquez’s opinion editorial “Immigration policies sow climate of fear” as printed in the Des Moines Register. Rev. Vásquez is one of Luther’s campus pastors. To read his Dec. 26 editorial, visit: http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20081226/OPINION01/812260337/1035/archive
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
Alec Bonander named IIAC athlete of the week
Cam Webb named national swimmer of the week by CollegeSwimming.com
2009 NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals, schedule and results
Women's basketball loses to #10 Simpson 43-73
Men's basketball loses to Simpson 50-55
Purchase prints of Norse athletes in action
Don’t forget:
‘Christmas at Luther-Night of Glory, Dawn of Peace’ CD, DVD release
Luther to host sixth annual Midwest Black History Conference
Luther College introduces new social network for parents
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 Lutheran church (ELCA). 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.
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