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COMMUNITY
LUTHER STUDENTS AND FACULTY FEATURED IN STAR WARS INSIDER MAGAZINE
"The combination of different exposures to Star Wars makes it a vibrant topic for discussion and it introduces some surprising perspectives. In particular, international students connect the films to their own experiences of journeying far, far from home and navigating new cultures, relationships, and values. Often they see Star Wars as a socially-shared story with immense power to connect and communicate." - Andy Hageman, associate professor of English
SPOTLIGHTS
LUTHER'S 2022 PHI BETA KAPPA INDUCTEES
On Sunday, April 24, 45 Luther students were inducted into the Luther College chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. 41 seniors and 4 juniors were elected on the basis of broad academic interests, scholarly achievement, and good character.
UPDATES & EVENTS
CELEBRATING HARLEY REFSAL MAY 15
Join PBS and Vesterheim Folk Art School to celebrate beloved instructor and Vesterheim Gold Medalist Luther Professor Emeritus Harley Refsal! Award-Winning Producer Dana Conroy of Pioneer PBS has created a 20-minute film about Refsal's teaching and legacy. In addition to an online screening of this short documentary, hear stories from carvers and instructors who studied with Refsal. This screening event is cosponsored by Iowa PBS.
NORSE SHORT COURSES: NORDIC STUDIES INSTITUTE JUNE 10-12
Join fellow alumni, families, and friends of the college on campus June 10-12, in one of four available courses: Rosemaling with Sally Stromseth, Sami Bracelet Making with Norma Refsal, Scandinavian Sounds with Mark Potvin '01, or Sustainability and Place in Decorah with Jon Jensen '89 and Rachel Brummel.
CAMPUS
'LOCAL FOOD HAS BEEN OUR SAVIOR'
Disruptions in the supply chain in recent years have made it more necessary than ever to partner with local food producers. As a result, Luther College has managed to increase local food purchases by 19% in the 2021-22 academic year.
MARY DUVALL NAMED VICE PRESIDENT FOR DEVELOPMENT
“The care and passion for this place is clear and I've witnessed first-hand the transformational power of Luther connections and a liberal arts education. My husband, Terry ‘01, son Max and I are thrilled to join the Decorah community and honored to serve in this capacity."

Beginning this summer, Duvall will provide leadership and mentoring to staff in the offices of development, alumni relations, and the Career Center.
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