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Upcoming events

Harley Refsal, Luther professor emeritus and James Miller, current Luther student, will give wood carving demonstrations in the Book Shop 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, and noon-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. They have created a limited edition Luther wood carving figurine.

Luther alumnus and StoryPeople creator Brian Andreas will sign his new book, "Bring Your Life Back to Life: A Guide to Effortless Joy," from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3.

Luther considers partnership with Decorah Community School District

Luther has entered into discussions with the Decorah Community School District about the possibility of building an elementary school on a parcel of college land. The potential site is a part of the prairie at the northeast corner of College Drive and Ridge Road, across from the Decorah Municipal Swimming Pool.

Not Quite Free Lunch for employees

Tuesday, Dec. 6, join Wellness for the monthly NQFL for Luther employees sponsored by Wellness. Boost social and emotional wellness by getting away from the typical work space and mingling with folks from across campus. Come enjoy a meal anytime  11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. in the Nobel Room. The charge is just $5 (cash, check, or Luther ID). Includes main course options, sides and dessert. Contact <wellness> with questions.

EVENTS

Chapel this week

Gather for song, reflection and fellowship at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the CFL Main Hall.

Wednesday, Nov. 30: Anne Edison-Albright
Friday, Dec. 2: Marion Pruitt-Jefferson
Monday, Dec. 5: Judd Larson

Home sporting events this week

Dec. 3: Basketball vs. Coe, women: 2 p.m., men: 4 p.m. 

Events this week

Nov. 29: Dakota Access Pipeline Discussion, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, Valders 262
Dec. 1: Guest Lecture: Arnfríður Guðmundsdóttir, 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, Olin 102
Dec. 2: Brown-bag lunch with Arnfríður Guðmundsdóttir, 11:45 a.m. Dec. 2, Bourlaug
Dec. 1-4: Christmas at Luther, 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1;6:30 and 9:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3; 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, CFL, Main Hall
Dec. 7: Christmas in the Union, 4 p.m., Dahl Centennial Union

Dakota Access Pipeline discussion panel

Luther students Rebecka Green and Courtney Field will lead a panel discussion on the Dakota Access Pipeline following their trip to Standing Rock Reservation in North Dakota. Sponsored by the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement in collaboration with the Northeast Iowa Peace and Justice Center, the discussion will take place at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, in Valders 262. The event is open to the public with no charge for admission.

'The Lost and Found Women of the Reformation'

Women who supported and actively participated in the Reformation in the 16th century are rarely mentioned in history books. Anticipating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in 2017 and offering an alternative, feminist perspective on the movement, Arnfríður Guðmundsdóttir will give a lecture titled "The Lost and Found Women of the Reformation" at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, in Olin 102. She will also lead a brown bag lunch at 11:45 a.m., Friday, Dec. 2 in Borlaug. The lecture is sponsored by the Religion Department and Fine Arts committee.

Luther College second annual Norse Unity Bowl

Luther College will host the second annual Norse Unity Bowl at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, to be held in multiple locations on campus and the Decorah community. Sponsored by Luther's Student Athlete Advisory Committee, the event brings together an afternoon of fun for Luther athletes and Special Olympics athletes. Register online before the event. Make sure to register early as the event participant list is limited. For more information email Patrick, <larspa06> or 419-0510.

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