TUESDAY 10/2/2018

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COLLEGE OPERATIONS

CAL tickets on sale Oct. 3

It's hard to believe, but Christmas at Luther tickets are coming soon! All faculty and staff are able to secure their "Christmas at Luther 2018: Every Voice in Concert Ring" tickets online starting 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3. The Ticket Office, 387-1357, is available to help set up an online ticket account for those who haven't already done so. For more information, please check out the CAL Faculty/Staff tickets page.

Lawn spraying day Oct. 12

Luther will spray the lawns with herbicides to provide well-maintained, visually attractive grounds for Luther students, employees and visitors, and to control undesirable weeds on athletic fields. Weather permitting, the date for spraying is the evening of Friday, Oct. 12, with Saturday, Oct. 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, set as back up days as needed. In response to community requests, Facilities Services has established a no-spray "buffer zone" that will be observed around the pool lawn so that the play area for children is protected. Other no-spray "buffer zones" include the dike areas, edible landscape areas and the Sustainability House. Spraying will take place after normal work hours and on weekends. Questions can be directed to Facilities Services at <facilities>.

Sign up for Staff Day

The first-ever October Staff Day is coming soon! Block off calendars from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12. Doors open at the CFL at 10:45 a.m. for the first session starting promptly at 11 a.m. Enjoy a fun day of hypnotic laughter, inspiring messages, cupcakes, storytelling and a "comfort food" lunch. And cupcakes, did we mention cupcakes? Please complete the 2018 Staff Day form today!

Coffee with a cop Oct. 3

Tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 3, is National Coffee With A Cop day, and Luther Safety and Security is hosting an event on campus. Join them from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Williams Lounge in the Union to meet and share in conversation with Decorah Police Officers and Luther Security staff. Bring questions; refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. 

Undergraduate research presentation opportunities

The Dean's Office supports Luther students who are selected to present their research at either of these conferences: the Seven Rivers Undergraduate Research Symposium at Viterbo University, La Crosse, Wisconsin, Nov. 9, or the Butler University Undergraduate Research Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 12, 2019. Interested students should contact the Dean's Office, 387-1005, Union 262.

Sign up for Oct. wellness screening

During 2018, employees and spouses covered by the Luther College Health Care Plan have additional wellness benefits and requirements. Sign up for the Tuesday, Oct. 16, blood screenings with Gundersen Health Systems here on campus by contacting Wellness, <wellness>.

Not Quite Free Lunch Oct. 9

Join colleagues at the Not Quite Free Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the Nobel Room, sponsored by Wellness. Boost social and emotional wellness by getting away from the typical work space and mingling with folks from across campus. The charge is $5, payable by cash, check or Luther ID. The menu is American bounty vegetable soup, Greek balsamic vegetable wrap, spicy turkey biggie sandwich, garden pasta salad and dessert. Contact Wellness, <wellness> with questions.

Connect more to thrive more during October

Wellness is promoting connecting more to thrive more this year. This month Wellness encourages people to take a few minutes each day to learn about connection, compassion and happiness with the October Happiness Calendar courtesy of Berkley's Greater Good Science Center. It has daily tips on connection and happiness in the workplace, with family, for why humans need Halloween and more.

Office of Equity and Inclusion presents two workshops

Cultural Competency Part 2
Cultural competency focuses on an individual's ability to navigate and work across cultural differences. This is an opportunity to engage in dialogue and consideration of ways to shift individuals, groups and the college toward inclusive excellence both structurally and environmentally. This workshop is 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, in Mott. Click here to register.

Implicit and Unconscious Bias
Implicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions and decisions in an unconscious manner. These biases, which encompass both favorable and unfavorable assessments, are activated involuntarily and without an individual's awareness and/or intentional control. Participants will engage in a series of interactive exercises to better understand the origins of unconscious bias and the ways that they are internalized. Explicit bias will also be explored. This workshop is 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, in Mott. Click here to register.

United Way Update

As of last Sept. 21, employee contributions toward the United Way fundraiser totaled $5,540, a third of the way toward the Luther goal of $19,000. Thanks to those who have already so generously given to make the community better for all. The winners of last week's prizes are Megan Sherman and Jill Wilson. Both won Norse items from the Alumni office.

Flupalooza is Oct. 9

The third Annual Norse flupalooza is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in Williams Lounge in the Union. Coupons for a free cookie or coffee will be given to those Norse who help fight the flu. #FIGHTFLU and help protect yourself and the Luther community from the flu.#getvaccinated. The cost is $25 for staff and faculty, paid at the time of service by cash or check only. Students may charge the $25 to their student account.

Lawn spraying day Oct. 12

Luther will spray the lawns with herbicides to provide well-maintained, visually attractive grounds for Luther students, employees and visitors, and to control undesirable weeds on athletic fields. Weather permitting, the date for spraying is the evening of Friday, Oct. 12, with Saturday, Oct. 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, set as back up days as needed.

In response to community requests, Ivan Hackman has established a no-spray "buffer zone" that will be observed around the pool lawn so that the play area for children is protected. Other no-spray "buffer zones" include the dike areas, edible landscape areas and the Sustainability House. Spraying will take place after normal work hours and on weekends. Questions can be directed to Ivan, <hackiv01>.

Update to Aruba wireless network

ITS is beginning the process of moving the Aruba wireless network to a new version of controller software. This upgrade will be done building by building. Upgrades are underway and begin at 6 a.m. Each building will experience approximately a 20-30 minute outage as their building is upgraded. To view the full schedule, visit the ITS Blog.

Have a U.S. migration story to share?

Have a U.S. migration story to share with students? Professors Melissa Martinez and Susan Schmidt are teaching Paideia 450 "Migration & Border Issues" in January. They'd like to incorporate 10-15 minute migration stories from faculty, staff and community members. All stories and backgrounds are welcome. Contact Susan, <susan.schmidt>, with stories.

Oneota Market closing early Oct. 12

Oneota Market is closing at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct 12, due to Staff Day events.

HR news

Update additional insurance on UMR
Participants in the Luther health plan need to go to the UMR website annually to indicate if they have additional health insurance. For example, a person's spouse might have additional coverage through their employer. This will keep any disruption in payment of claims to a minimum as claims are processed. Sign into your UMR account. Next, click on the "Other Insurance" button in the middle of the screen and answer the questions, then click the "submit" button.

Faculty writing groups

Currently engaged in a writing project? Wanting to connect with other faculty engaged in writing projects? The Dean's Office wants to help by facilitating the formation of writing groups. Email Sean Burke, <burke.sean>, with questions and inquiries.

Upcoming nature walks

Enjoy spending time outdoors? Explored Luther's natural areas yet? The Outreach student workers, through the new Land Care Program, will lead a series of walks in Luther's natural areas. Join Kita, Anila and Susie to explore and connect with nature. The walks are at 4:15 p.m. Oct. 19, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2. Meet on on the first floor of Sampson Hoffland Labs. Contact Anila, <banoan01>, or Kita, <dalyni01>, with questions.

Book Shop news

Luther author spotlight
Retired Luther staff member Jerry Johnson has come out with another new read, "The Executioners Face." Stop in the Book Shop for a copy. Johnson will also have a book signing in the Book Shop Saturday, Oct. 27.

Author signing spotlight

Miss Todd Green's excellent lecture and book signing? The Book Shop still has a few signed copies left of his new book, "Presumed Guilty."

Book discussion group: Becoming a student-ready college

All faculty and staff are invited to join a four-week discussion group facilitated by David Thompson on the book, "Becoming a Student-Ready College: A New Culture of Leadership for Student Success." This is an opportunity to expand on conversations about equity, inclusion and student success begun at fall faculty days. The group meets from 3-4 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9 and Nov. 16, in Olin Room 201, with refreshments served. Space is limited, and registration closes Friday, Oct. 19. Click here to register. To access the ebook through Preus Library, click here.

Call for recommendations for summer reading

What should be the summer 2019 reading? Send recommendations for the 2019 campus-wide summer reading to the Paideia Program at <sullivre>. Here's a history of recent titles. 

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