Visit Events
Christmas at Luther Visit Day
High school seniors and transfer students with interests in either majoring in music or participating in music ensembles are invited to attend the Christmas at Luther Visit Event.
To register for the Christmas at Luther Visit Event, please go to admissions.luther.edu/visit/events/christmasatluther.
It's impossible to walk across Luther College's scenic campus without being in touch with the musical life of the college community. The sounds of students rehearsing for upcoming holiday performances showcase the vital role music plays in a Luther liberal arts education.
We invite you and your parents to visit campus on Thursday, December 3, for our Music Visit Event, culminating with the Christmas at Luther concert. Based on how much time you have, you can arrive in the morning, in the afternoon or just in time for dinner and/or the concert.
If you are a high school senior or transfer student with an interest in music and need a registration code, please call the Admissions Office at 800-458-8437.
A note about scholarship auditions: You are strongly encouraged to audition for a music scholarship during the visit event. Your audition will be scheduled according to your choice of activities throughout the day.
Christmas at Luther Visit Schedule
| 1:00 p.m. | Welcome and concert preview |
| 2:30 p.m. | Choice of activity (see below) |
| 3:50 p.m. | Current student panel and music tour slide show |
| 4:45 p.m. | Dinner with comments by President Richard Torgerson |
| 5:45 p.m. | Christmas at Luther concert |
| 7:15 p.m. | Departure |
Optional activities: (most likely will require a morning arrival)
- take a campus tour (11:00 a.m.)
- visit with an admissions counselor
- audition for a music scholarship (depending on staff availability, this may be scheduled opposite one of the afternoon activities)
- eat lunch in the cafeteria
- special requests or needs (please specify on registration form)
2:30 p.m. Activity Choices: (Sessions 3-15 are for students only):
1. Rehearse with Luther band members and Fred Nyline (Bring your instrument)
2. Observe Jazz Orchestra with Juan Tony Guzman (Bring your instrument and play along on a couple of tunes; parents may observe)
3. Music Composition Workshop with Brooke Joyce (appropriate for anyone planning a major in music)
4. Class Visit: “Education: Middle and High School Vocal Methods” with David Judisch
5. Class Visit: “Introduction to Musical Styles” with James Griesheimer
6. Class Visit: “Ear Training” with Rebecca Boehm Shaffer
7. Class Visit: “Linguistics.” Discuss language change with Laurie Zaring
8. Class Visit: “Psychology of Health/Illness” with Loren Toussaint
9. Class Visit: “Dance History” with Amanda Hamp
10. Class Visit: “Women & Gender in the Classical World” with Shari Nakata
11. Class Visit: “Politics of India, China and Russia” with Rebecca Bowman
12. Class Visit: “Managerial Finance” with Craig Rabe
13. Class Visit: “Street Culture (Domincan Republic)” with Jon Wolseth
14. Class Visit: “Spanish: Written Expression” with Virginia Gibbs
15. Hear what a first-year student and an upperclass student have to say about the transition from high school to college and life at Luther. Take a walk around campus to visit where students study, relax, get help with classes, go when they have a sore throat, do their laundry, or work off extra energy. (Go places where the typical campus tour doesn’t have time to go.)
16. Study Abroad: A World of Opportunity (presentation on the effects of international study on learning and career opportunities. Explore study abroad options and have questions answered regarding costs, financial aid, timing, and the places students can study) with Mark Lund and current students
17. Campus Tour (recommended for first time visitors)
18. Parent Q & A (academic and student life personnel will address your questions)
19. Financial Aid Q & A
Registration is in the lobby of Jensen-Noble Hall of Music. Your confirmation card will indicate what time you need to arrive in order to accommodate your choice of activities. Those arriving for dinner should check in at the Admissions Office located on the second floor of Dahl Centennial Union. Those arriving only for the concert should pick up their tickets at the Box Office located in the Center for Faith and Life.
Tickets for Christmas at Luther are in high demand, so we kindly ask that you limit the number in your group to three.
A Note About Overnight Housing On Campus
Because of the heavy demand on Luther students at this time of year, overnight housing with a current Luther student is not available.
To register for the Christmas at Luther Visit Event, please go to admissions.luther.edu/visit/events/christmasatluther.
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2009
Sponsored by: Admissions
Contact: Amy Noel, Admissions, 563-387-1429
