TUESDAY 1/31/17

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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ COLLEGE OPERATIONS / EVENTS

COMMUNITY / ARTICLES, CREATIONS, HONORS / UNCLASSIFIED ADS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Message from President Carlson

Dear Members of the Luther College Community,

As we return to campus for the start of second semester, I know that many members of our community are concerned about the impact of the executive order signed by President Trump last Friday blocking entry to the United States for citizens of seven countries for 90 days and limiting refugees from entering the country for 120 days. The executive order has caused stress and uncertainty for our students directly affected by the order and for members of our community who care deeply for them and others affected by the order.

At Luther, we have six students from the countries named in the executive order, and we have been in touch with all of them over J-term break. All of these students are currently in the United States. We have no faculty or staff who are citizens of the named countries. We have offered guidance and support to our students who are directly impacted by the executive order. As a community, we care deeply for one another, and we will continue to offer support and care for the members of our community affected by this executive order as the situation evolves.

Through the coming days and weeks, we will continue to monitor the situation closely and work through our higher education associations, including the American Council on Education and the National Association of Independent College and Universities, as we assist our students affected by this executive order.

If you or a friend are affected by this executive order or have questions or concerns about its impact, staff members in the Diversity Center (Dahl Centennial Union 113, 387-1014), the Center for Global Learning (First floor West Larsen, 387-1062), and the Student Life Office (Dahl Centennial Union 113, 387-1020) are ready to offer you support and assistance.

At Luther, we are both a close-knit community and a global community. Our mission reminds us that we are “people of all backgrounds” and that we are called to “care for all God’s people.” These values shape our community and guide us now, as always.

Sincerely,
President Paula J. Carlson

Faculty and staff encouraged to attend convocation Feb. 2

Convocations are an important way the Luther community gathers to affirm its mission. All faculty and staff are encouraged to attend spring semester opening convocation at 9:40 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, in the CFL. If possible, offices should close so all can attend.

The Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, will give the convocation address. The Luther College Woman's Club will be honored with the Spirit of Luther award and Juan Tony Guzmán, professor of music, will be installed as the Weston Noble Endowed Chair in Music. Convocation is open to the public with no charge for admission.

Dean for Institutional Equity and Inclusion: Candidate open forums

The Luther community is invited to attend open forum sessions with the Dean for Institutional Equity and Inclusion candidates on the following dates:

1:30-2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6, in Mott-Borlaug
1:30-2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13, in the CRH
1-2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, in the CRH

Attending all three candidate sessions is encouraged, but not required. Forum participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback for the search committee.

Candidate resumes may be viewed in KATIE. Search for "Dean for Institutional Equity and Inclusion" and when prompted to enroll, accept. Please respect the candidates' privacy by not sharing their personal information and job search status with those outside the campus community. Questions? Contact Kevin Kraus, <krauske>.

COLLEGE OPERATIONS

Spring cleaning

Luther's shared network drives are filling up. Please review your shared network drives and remove unneeded files, particularly the administrative and academic "common" shares (i.e. the T Drives at admin1.luther.edu/luther_common and academic.luther.edu/common). As a reminder, the "common" drives are only intended for temporary storage of files. Unsure how to access these locations? Contact the Technology Help Desk, <helpdesk> or 387-1000. Review files by March 15, as ITS is transitioning to new servers this spring.

Magellan Rx website

Magellan Rx is the pharmaceutical provider for the Luther College health plan. Luther employees can create a user name and password on the Magellan Rx website. The site will ask you for your Member ID. The ID number is located on your UMR health card. Once logged in, you can see prescription history, view prescription drug lists, find a pharmacy, enroll in mail order service, and more. Enroll online at https://magellanrx.com/member/#.

'White Privilege: Let's Talk'

Interested Luther students, staff and faculty are invited to join Decorah church and community leaders to "learn in community through dialogue and questions about privilege, power, and the persistence of racism." Small groups will meet once a week for six weeks. Find more information or sign up for a group online. Meetings are sponsored by the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement. Contact Victoria, <victoria.christman>, with questions.

Escalation workshop

Want to have the tools to help a friend who might be in an abusive relationship? Join us for an escalation workshop at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, in Valders 206. The Workshop includes a film and discussion that will help participants identify unhealthy relationships and teach ways to help. Sponsored by Counseling Service, Wellness, NASA, Student Life, Active Minds and Helping Services for Children and Families.

Open house fitness sessions

Interested in improving your health and fitness, but unsure where to start or looking for some help? Wellness is hosting open house fitness sessions for faculty, staff and students this spring where staff will be available to answer questions, demonstrate exercises and equipment in Legends, and give professional advice to get you started. February dates are 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, and Wednesday, Feb. 22, in Legends. Walk-ins are welcome, or email <wellness> in advance.

Fitness swimming in February and March

Registration is open for February and March Masters Swimming sessions. Register online for one or both session. Each month, approximately 12 workouts are offered at the Luther Pool: 6-7 a.m. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 8-9 a.m. most Saturdays, depending on the Luther swimming and diving schedule. Classes are open to swimmers of all fitness and ability levels; the only requirement is the ability to swim one length of the pool. Cost is $18 per one-month sessions for Luther faculty/staff/spouses/students and is subsidized by the Wellness Program. Cost is $32 for community members. Payment is due the first day of each session by check to Decorah Masters. Email [email protected] with questions.

Luther College Catering wedding showcase

Luther College Catering will host a wedding showcase from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25, in Peace Dining Room. View food and table displays, sample delicious food options, and talk with the Director of Catering and experienced chefs. Contact Mike Racki, 387-1395, with questions.

Employee wellness spring class registration

Register for wellness classes that begin the week of Feb. 6 and run for six weeks. All activities are held in CFA Studio 2. Classes are open to current employees and spouses; the cost is $24 for each six-week session. Email <wellness> to register. Payment is due before the first day of class by cash or check to Luther College. Drop off or send via campus mail to Vicky Jaeger, Dahl Centennial Union 104.

Yoga: Mondays, 11-11:50 a.m., Feb. 6-March 13 (four spots left)
Tai Chi: Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m., Feb. 7-March 14
Pilates: Wednesdays, 11:10 a.m.-noon, Feb. 8-March 15

Hot Reads for Cold Nights: wrap-up and winners

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Library's January-Term just-for-fun reading initiative, including both Hot Reads for Cold Nights and the Edible Books Contest! View a summary of events and a list of winners online. Feedback submissions will be accepted by email, <reading>.

Emergency communications update

Winneshiek County asks all residents and visitors to register with the Wireless Emergency Notification System, which allows the county to quickly notify residents, neighborhoods or groups of people about dangerous situations including weather warnings.

A considerable portion of Winneshiek County residents use cell phones as their primary source of communication; WENS gives the county the ability to notify all residents within moments of an emergency situation via cell phone. The system, which is internet-based, also can notify people by landline and email addresses.

To subscribe, go to http://tinyurl.com/wcalert and enter your contact numbers and email address.

In the event of an emergency, such as evacuation or flooding, residents can choose to be notified via text, voicemail and/or email. In addition, residents may request notification of severe weather events, road closures, power outages and traffic alerts.

The service is provided free of charge, however normal messaging fees may apply. Contact <julie> for more information.

Technology Help Desk tip: Extreme temperatures and your devices

Extreme cold can make glass fragile, reduce battery life and damage running circuitry. Extreme heat can slow computers, affect wireless quality, cause glitchy behavior and destroy components. Dry air can lead to damaging static discharge, and humid air can cause condensation. Be with devices in these extreme conditions. Read more tips online and contact the Technology Help Desk, <helpdesk>, with questions. 

EVENTS

Chapel this week

Wednesday, Feb. 1: Mike Blair
Friday, Feb. 3: Judd Larson
Monday, Feb. 6: Kirsten Heine '92

Home sporting events this week

Feb. 1: Basketball vs. Dubuque, women at 6 p.m., men at 8 p.m.
Feb. 4: Track and Field, Luther Alumni Meet, 11:30 a.m.

Events this week

Feb. 2: Spring Convocation, Elizabeth Eaton, 9:40 a.m., CFL Main Hall; Faculty Artist Series, Philip Borter, cello, 7:30 p.m., NRH
Feb. 3: Art exhibit opening, 'Who Do You Trust?', Preus Library; Art exhibit opening, 'Cornography: Corn Portraits from Biblical Times to Present', Center for Faith and Life; CEPE pop-up programming, 'Making Sense of Recent Policy Changes,' 3 p.m., Olin 214
Feb. 4: Center Stage Series: Calmus, "Luther's Lieder," 7:30 p.m., CFL Main Hall
Feb. 5: Symphony Orchestra Homecoming Concert, 4 p.m., CFL Main Hall
Feb. 6: Dorian Orchestra Festival Grand Concert, 7 p.m., CFL Main Hall

Spring Convocation: Elizabeth Eaton

Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Elizabeth Eaton will give the Spring Convocation lecture at 9:40 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, in the CFL. At the service, the Luther College Woman's Club will be honored for their service and dedication to the college and Juan Tony Guzmán, Luther College professor of music, will be installed as the Weston Noble Endowed Chair in Music. Convocation is open to the public with no charge for admission.

Faculty Artist Series: Philip Borter, cello

Philip Borter will perform a cello recital with guest violinist Hirono Sugimoto Borter at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, in the NRH. Borter will perform Bach's Suite in G major for unaccompanied cello, and Sugimoto Borter will join him for the second half of the program to perform a series of works for violin and cello duo. The program is open to the public with no charge for admission.

Student recitals