Schedule of Events

Friday, May 22

6:30 pm

Pre-concert Lecture: James Griesheimer, music department will discuss Johannes Brahms' masterpiece, German Requiem
Dahl Centennial Union, Mott-Borlaug Room

7:30 pm

German Requiem, Johannes Brahms ($15 adults, $8 students)

Cathedral Choir, Collegiate Chorale, Nordic Choir, Symphony Orchestra

To reserve your seat, call the Luther College Box Office at 563.387.1357
Center for Faith and Life

Saturday, May 23


9:30 am: Nursing Pinning Ceremony
Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
10:30 am: Senior Athlete Recognition Ceremony
Center for Faith and Life Main Hall
11:00 am–1:00 pm: All-College Picnic ($6.50)
Library Lawn

Dress comfortably and bring a blanket to sit on.
Rain location: Centennial Union Dining Hall

1:30 pm

Music Showcase

Concert Band: Fred Nyline, conductor

Refreshments follow this performance.
Center for Faith and Life Main Hall

8:00 pm: Baccalaureate
Preacher: Amy Zalk Larson, campus pastor
Center for Faith and Life Main Hall
Please be seated by 7:45 pm. Baccalaureate is a time for seniors and their families to gather with the Luther community to celebrate and give thanks for the students' years at Luther. Rooted in the College's Christian tradition, this ecumenical services seeks to celebrate the diversity of the graduating class by incorporating readings and prayers from a variety of religious traditions. Audio recordings of the service are available upon request from the Office of College Ministries (563.387.1040), and on-line at http://ministry.luther.edu. A free-will offering is designated to a local and a global charity in honor of the senior class.

Sunday, May 24

10:00 am: Commencement
Speaker: Denis A. Cortese, M.D., President and CEO, Mayo Clinic
Tickets are required for stadium seating. Please be seated by 9:45 am.
Carlson Stadium

11:30 am–1:00 pm: Commencement Brunch ($6.75)
Centennial Union Dining Hall