EVENTS

Chapel this week

Wednesday, Dec. 9: Judd Larson, musical offering by Andrew Last and Jennaya Robison
Friday, Dec. 11: Kwanzaa Chapel
Monday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Jan. 3: Christmas break, no worship services on campus

Events this week

Wednesday, Dec. 9: Christmas in the Union, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Union lobby
Friday, Dec. 11: VPA Showcase, "Ultra Mega Mega," 6-10 p.m., Center for the Arts
Saturday, Dec. 12: Kwanzaa dinner, 4-6:30 p.m., Peace Dining Room

Reception honoring Lorraine Holthaus Dec. 9

Please join us for a reception celebrating Lorraine's many years of faithful service to Luther College. Lorraine's exceptional skills, her warmth and her generous spirit will be missed by all who have had the pleasure of working with her. The reception will be held from 2:30-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, in the CFL Lobby.

Christmas in the Union Dec. 9

Santa will make an early stop in Decorah as Luther celebrates Christmas in the Union from 4:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, in the lobby of the Union. Activities include cookie decorating, crafts, a holiday movie, music and games. Holiday treats will be served and there will be an opportunity for pictures with Santa by the fireplace from 5-6:30 p.m. Christmas in the Union is sponsored by the Book Shop, SAC Special Events and Dining Services.

The Luther Book Shop will also host a full day of activities from 8:45 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9. In-store specials and popcorn will be offered throughout the day, and shoppers wearing an ugly Christmas sweater will receive a treat. Visitors to the Book Shop can also sign Santa's Naughty or Nice list and take photos with Buddy the Elf from 3-6:30 p.m.

Luther College Emeritus Colloquium meets Dec. 10

The Luther College Emeritus Colloquium will meet at 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, in the Mott Room. Richard Ylvisaker will consider the topic "The Supreme Court and Gay Marriage." All interested members of the Luther community are encouraged to attend.

Kwanzaa celebrations Dec. 11-12

Join the Luther community as we mark the festival of Kwanzaa—sharing talent, memories, food and conversation—with a special Kwanzaa chapel at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, and a Kwanzaa festival dinner at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, in Peace Dining Room. Tickets for the dinner are $13.50 and can be purchased in the Diversity Center.

COMMUNITY

Celebrations this week

Birthdays

Dec. 8: Katherine Beane, David Faldet, Kathy Kerber, Douglas Knick
Dec. 9: Mary Logsdon
Dec. 10: Cheryl Wieseler
Dec. 11: Chris Frana, Steve Kurash, Grace Hibbing
Dec. 12: Jody Faldet
Dec. 13: Kristi Knutson, Brenda Hackman

Anniversaries

Dec 15: Emily Neal, 10 years

Congratulations

To Megan and Munch Sherman on the birth of their baby boy, Levi Finck Sherman. Levi was welcomed into the Sherman family on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 26, and joins big sister, Lizabeth, 2.

Retirement

Linda Jennings has announced her retirement after 23 years, effective Jan. 4. We thank Linda for her dedicated service to the college.

Job openings

Custodian: The custodial department has an opening for a full-time, 12-month position. General custodial responsibilities include overall appearance of assigned academic and residence hall building(s). Hours will generally be 2-10 p.m. Monday-Friday. Some weekend work may be required. Must be able to work with little supervision, complete work thoroughly and promptly and be self-motivated. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Campus pastor: The Pastoral Call Committee is seeking nominations and applications for a college pastor to serve with the pastoral team in Luther's Office for College Ministries. The college pastor will serve the Luther College Student Congregation (an ELCA student congregation) and serve as a spiritual leader for the campus community. The college pastor will preside and preach regularly, lead Bible studies, provide pastoral care and counseling, mentor student leaders and advise student groups that address religious questions and issues. The college pastor will also help plan and lead ceremonies and special events on campus, and he or she will represent the college at church-related activities off campus.

Administrative assistant: College Ministries has an opening for a .83 FTE administrative assistant. The College Ministries administrative assistant coordinates the administrative and clerical work of the office, as well as external communication with congregations, pastors and various church offices. The administrative assistant plays a key role in welcoming students and assessing requests for mentoring and pastoral care. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of four years office experience as well as excellent organizational, problem solving and communication skills. A college degree, experience working in higher education, or church office experience is preferred.

Coordinator of diversity recruitment: The Admissions Office seeks a full-time coordinator of diversity recruitment to work with area programs serving underrepresented students, assist in the recruitment of students to Luther College and assist with retention efforts for students of color. Must be willing to travel extensively and make public presentations. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a positive driving record that will enable them to be insured through the college. B.A. or B.S. required with academic preparation in any discipline, but must have above average written and verbal communication skills. Recent degree from Luther solicited but not required. One year of relevant post-graduate experience recommended. Experience in sales, marketing, communication and education is highly desirable. Spanish speakers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Luther College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and people of diverse backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. To view complete job descriptions and apply for these positions and all current openings, please go to the employment website at https://luthercollege.hiretouch.com.

ARTICLES, CREATIONS, HONORS, ETC.

Maryna Bazylevych presented her research paper "Demystifying Wellbeing and Health Threat: Categories of Risk among Young People in Ukraine" at the 114th Annual Meeting of the American Anthropological Association in Denver. This work is based on summer ethnographic research in Ukraine, supported by the Nena Amundson Professorship Award. Anthropology and biology major Brittany Anderson '16, collaborated on this research.

Anne Blocker has achieved board certification as a specialist in sports dietetics. To become board certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a registered dietitian must successfully meet rigorous specialty practice requirements and pass a nationally administered examination. Blocker works with students individually and provides pre-season athletic nutrition workshops for several Luther athletic teams.

Sean D. Burke presented "Reading the Bible with the Eunuchs" on Nov. 22 in the LGBTI/Queer Hermeneutics section of the Society of Biblical Literature's Annual Meeting in Atlanta.

Ed Tebbenhoff's essay, "Le Nombre de parrains dans les communautes reformees neerlandaises de Novelle Holland, New York et du New Jersey, 1639-1800" was published in the book,"Le Parrainage en Europe et en Amerique: pratiques de longe duree, XVI-XXI siecles," edited by Guido Alfani, Vincent Gourdon and Isabelle Robin and published by Peter Lang. The paper was originally delivered at a conference on Comparative Baptismal Rituals and Godparenthood, held at the University of Paris, Sorbonne, in December 2011.

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