September 3, 2019
Opening Convocation
Celebrate the start of a new academic year and welcome the class of 2023 at Opening Convocation at 9:40 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, in the Center for Faith and Life. The convocation speaker is Francisco Cantú, author of "The Line Becomes a River," the summer 2019 reading. He became a US border patrol agent, and over the next four years, he policed drug routes and smuggling corridors and tracked lost migrants across the desert. Now the author of a memoir about his experiences, he speaks with urgency, honesty, and empathy about how the border wreaks violence on both sides of the line. 

All students, Faculty and Staff are encouraged to participate.  Paideia students are required to attend as part of their coursework.
Announcements
Saturday Shopping Shuttle - The Saturday Shopping Shuttle is returning this year, running every Saturday morning (with the exception of breaks and holidays). The shuttle will leave the Dahl Centennial Union at 10:00 am and will make stops downtown and to WalMart. The first shuttle will begin on  Saturday, September 7.  Please contact Jenna at  [email protected]  with any questions. 

National Forest Bathing Day - Forest bathing is the practice of spending time in forested areas to enhance health, wellness, and happiness. Join Stu Johnston from counseling service Saturday, September 7, 10:00 am-11:30am . Meet in Borlaug Room of the Union, transportation to Twin Springs Park is provided. Bring something to sit on (blanket or camping stool), and something to drink (water, coffee, tea). Contact Stu at  [email protected]  with questions - sign up  is required.

Seniors - Individual study carrels are again available for reservation on a first-come, first served basis in Preus Library. The carrels are located along the perimeter of the third floor and are assigned for personal use on a per-semester basis. Contact Eddy Atwell at  [email protected]  to request a senior carrel reservation for the fall. There are a limited number dedicated for this use. 

Fall Community Day 2019 - Luther College and Decorah Bank and Trust invites faculty, alumni, parents, friends and their families to enjoy a day of food, fun, fellowship and sports at the 2019 Fall Community Day on Saturday, Sept. 14 , on the Luther campus. Register for the picnic and to order free t-shirts for the kids online  or call the Alumni Office, 387-1861.

"RACE: Are We So Different?" Exhibit - Luther College presents the exhibit "RACE: Are We So Different?"  as an educational opportunity and the kick-off event to a year-long conversation on racism. Experience the opening of the award-winning exhibit 5-6:30 p.m . Tuesday, Sept. 10 , in the Center for the Arts atrium on Luther's campus. The original "RACE: Are We So Different?" exhibit is housed in the Science Museum of Minnesota, but now Luther College is inviting the campus community, local schools and the public to visit a condensed version of the exhibition. It will be open, by appointment, through the fall 2019 semester. For more information click  here .

"Youth and Class Struggle in 1970s Mexico" - In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dr. Herrera-Calderon from UNI will be presenting  "Youth and Class Struggle in 1970s Mexico" at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17 , in the Center for Faith and Life Recital Hall. Herrera-Calderon will be speaking on the relationship between class and armed resistance in 1970s Mexico. He explores how working-class youth established themselves into a powerful political force against the authoritarian Mexican state. The event is co-sponsored by the history department and Latines Unides.  

Francisco Cantú - Luther College welcomes author Francisco Cantú to give the Opening Convocation address, "Finding Humanity at the Border," at 9:40 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 , in the Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall on Luther's campus. His memoir, "The Line Becomes a River: Dispatches from the Border" depicts the cruelties the border creates for those on both sides of the line. Cantú will also take part in an onstage interview with Wanda Deifelt, professor of religion, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 , in the Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall.

Hypnotist Jim Wand - The Luther College Student Activities Council presents master hypnotist Jim Wand at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 , in the Center for Faith and Life on the Luther campus. Jim Wand is considered to be one of the top hypnotic entertainers in the world today. Join in on the orientation fun at Luther College on September 7th to witness it for yourself. The event is open to all students and the public. $10 admission charge, doors open at 7 p.m.

ComedySportz Twin Cities - The Luther College Student Activities Council presents ComedySportz Twin Cities at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 , at Marty's Cyber Cafe on the Luther campus. The improvisational comedy show is fun for all ages and is open to the public. Doors open at 7 p.m., it will cost you $7 for admission.
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