Sign up for W-2's online

All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to sign up to receive electronic W-2's using my.luther.edu. Why receive your W-2 electronically?

• No matter where you are located, it's easy to access.
• There is no risk that it will get lost or stolen.
• If misplaced, it's easy to print another one.
• It's always possible to cancel consent and request a paper copy.

The W-2 Electronic Consent option is included in the employee profile section of my.luther.edu. If an employee chose the electronic option for the 2013 W-2, then it is not necessary to do it again for 2014. More detailed instructions and additional information can be found by clicking the "W-2 Options" link on the HR website. Mac users: please do not use the "Preview" application to view your W-2. Remember, the electronic option is the sustainable option.

Caf to Community volunteers needed

The Center for Sustainable Communities is seeking volunteers for the Cafeteria to Community program during upcoming terms. Shifts require three or four volunteers, and are available Monday and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. This is a great opportunity for classes, academic departments, families and individuals to give back to the community. To learn more about the program, see available dates and register for a shift, visit the Sustainability website or contact Emily Dufford, <duffem01>.

LDAP Authentication Server update

LIS continues work to resolve the LDAP authentication server issues that we have been experiencing. During this time, we encourage the Luther community to save often, particularly in regard to changes made to files located on the network shares/drives, for example: admin1, academic, students, etc. Please see LDAP Authentication Server Update for more details. Contact the LIS Technology Help Desk at <helpdesk> or 387-1000, with any questions.

Residence halls close for Christmas break

Residence halls will close at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, for Christmas break. Dieseth, Miller, Baker Village, College Apartments and the college-owned houses are open during the break. All other residence halls will be locked for the entirety of break. Students staying on campus during any part of the Christmas break, except shuttle riders, will need to register with the Residence Life office before Friday, Dec. 12. Only registered students will have ID cards activated for building access. The residence halls will reopen for J-term at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3.

Farwell elevator unavailable during Christmas break

A reminder to faculty and staff that use the Farwell elevator: winter break means the residence halls will be closed. Starting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, Farwell Hall will be locked. The hall will reopen at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3. Staff and faculty should take note that these hours include the use of the Farwell elevator.

Digital Media Center update

It's been a great first year at the new Digital Media Center which is located on the lower floor of the library. The center is open to all faculty, staff and students. Check out our webpage for information about the center including how it is used, operating hours and contact information. Contact the Multimedia Team, <multimedia>, to learn how to take advantage of this great resource.

KATIE availability over winter break

KATIE will be unavailable during special maintenance windows from midnight to 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 23 and 30. During that time, KATIE will be taken offline and moved to a new server. Please plan ahead while working on finals and grading. Reminders will be posted on the KATIE and LIS websites prior to the downtime. Please contact the LIS Technology Help Desk, <helpdesk> or 387-1000, with questions.

Sustainability work study and internship opportunities for summer 2015

Summer may be months and many degrees away, but now is the time to encourage students to think about summer employment. The Center for Sustainable Communities offers a wide range of work study and internship opportunities this summer. Opportunities include positions in the areas of land stewardship, sustainable food and agriculture, environmental education, gardening and recycling. For a full list of offerings and information about applying, visit the website.

Christmas at Luther, Norwegian coffee blends still available

Why not give the gift of coffee this holiday season? The Bookstore and C-Store still have Christmas at Luther and Norwegian coffee blends available for $10.99 each.

Hand deliver time cards to payroll by noon Dec. 19

See the College Ministries webpage for the full chapel schedule, along with information on Sunday worship, Holden Evening Prayer and other worship opportunities.

'Relief Etchings' on display Jan. 16-March 13

"Relief Etchings by Malcolm Graeme Childers," from the collection of Craig Kitchen, will be on display Jan. 16-March 13, 2015, in Luther College's Preus Library. The exhibit, displaying nine original relief etchings as well as a drawing by Childers, is open to the public with no charge for admission. A true "Renaissance Man," Childers works as an artist, photographer, printmaker, writer and composer. For more information about Malcolm Childers visit Childers website: www.roadsongs.com.

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