Parents
Welcome! If you can't find a link below that meets your needs, please call us toll-free at 800-4 LUTHER (800-458-8437).
New! Luther opens social network for parents
ParentsNet has been created to allow parents of Luther College students to interact with other parents with questions, discussions, stories, and other exchanges. For more information, vist www.luther.edu/parents/parentsnet/.
Academic Calendar
Includes dates of breaks and holidays; set at least one year in advance
Academic Departments & Offices
Contact information for department heads, dean's office, and registrar's office
Administrative Offices
Contact information for administration, facilities management, and campus services
Admissions
Information for prospective students and families regarding admission to Luther, campus visits, and more
Book Shop
Seller of books, Luther merchandise, gifts, and other student supplies; students may order and arrange pick-up of books online
Box Office
For tickets and information about campus events, including Christmas at Luther and commencement, call (563) 387-1357 or 800-4 LUTHER, ext. 1357. Box Office hours are 9–10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours for weekday performances are 9-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. until show time. Hours for Saturday or Sunday performances are 1 p.m. until show time. You may also e-mail the box office at boxoffice@luther.edu.
Campus Directory
Contact information for faculty, staff, and current students; searchable by name
Campus Housing & Dining
Overview of residence halls, meal plans, and dining facilities
Campus Map
Building descriptions and parking
Campus News & Events
Recent news, archives, and an events calendar
Career Center
Resources for students for choosing a major, plannning internships and possible careers, interviewing, and job hunting
College Ministries
Campus pastors, schedule of services, and outreach activities
Commencement
Ticket information, schedule of events, housing, and dining options for commencement weekend
Dean's Office
Contact information; overview of Luther's honors program; scholarship statements from Luther's academic departments
Discipline
Handled by the student life office in accordance with the Luther student handbook
Emergency Procedures
Contact information and procedures for campus emergencies and concerns, including mental health crises
Family Weekend
An annual event providing opportunities for families of students to visit the Luther community.
Financial Aid, Scholarships, & Costs
Information about tuition and fees, scholarships, FAFSA, and financing options; overview of work-study
Financial Services
Office that arranges and handles payments from students for bills received from the registrar, residence life office, dining services, music office, library, security office, and health service; student bank
Health & Wellness Services
Campus clinic, wellness initiatives, and counseling for students
Lodging in Decorah
Contact information for area hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfasts; remember to book well in advance of events
Parents Association
Organization to maintain and strengthen ties and interests that unite parents of Luther students; parent representatives for each class meet semi-annually and provide input to college administration Afterwards, letters from the Parents Council are sent to all current Luther parents.
parents@luther (e-newsletter)
News and perspective from Luther administrators, faculty, and students
ParentsNet
A social network for parents of Luther College students
Registrar's Office
Course registration, transcripts, academic advising information
Safety & Security
Security staff, campus safety policies, student handbook, vehicle registration, and incident response procedures
Student Academic Support Center
Tutoring, learning needs assessment, disability services, academic counseling, and mentoring resources for students
Student Handbook
Campus policy and procedures