Luther College News

Created by generous gifts from Luther community members, these endowed roles provide funds for special projects for the recipient.

How to watch “Fling Wide the Door!” from the comfort of your home during the hectic holiday season.

A licensed mental health counselor, Joelle Nielsen returns to Luther to lead the Nena Amundson Lifetime Wellness Program.

The Board of Regents approved the Torson gift to provide Gerdin Fieldhouse challenge funding, enrollment marketing funding, leadership development initiatives, and support for the Luther Fund.

“Thank you for investing in our student-athletes and the Gerdin Fieldhouse,” said Athletic Director Megan Wilson.

Luther also remained ranked as one of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges and remained the second-highest ranked liberal arts college in Iowa.

Luther College’s sixth annual One Team Day is Thursday, Nov. 20. “It marks an exciting milestone in the Gerdin Fieldhouse renovation,” said Amanda Bailey, head women’s basketball coach. “You’ve seen the progress and construction all year. Now, we’re inviting the entire Luther community to help us finish this project strong.”

Supported by the Williams Endowment Fund, the day begins with Curry’s address at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall.

“We are thrilled to have the Lorelei Ensemble performing Christopher Cerrone’s ‘Beaufort Scales,’ which earned a Grammy nomination in 2025,” said Susan Potvin, director of programming and outreach.

The Center for Ethics and Public Engagement will host a panel discussion and a community conversation.