Class Reunions

October 6-8, 2023

Luther College class reunions are a time to renew and deepen connections, revisit cherished traditions, reconnect with campus, and celebrate with good friends.

Mark your calendars for Homecoming: October 6-8, 2023. Alumni from classes ending in ‘3s and ‘8s will be invited back for reunion celebrations. Make lodging reservations now, and keep an eye on your class page for more details as plans come together!

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Class Reunions

Class of 1948 75-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 11 A.M. RECEPTION / 11:30 A.M. LUNCHEON
Nobel Room, Dahl Centennial Union

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1953 70-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 11 A.M. RECEPTION / 11:30 A.M. LUNCHEON
Nobel Room, Dahl Centennial Union

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agent Wilfred Bunge for helping to plan the program.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1958 65-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 11 A.M. RECEPTION / 11:30 A.M. LUNCHEON
Nobel Room, Dahl Centennial Union

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1963 60-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 11 A.M. RECEPTION / 11:30 A.M. LUNCHEON
Mott-Borlaug Rooms, Dahl Centennial Union

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agent Mary Preus for helping to plan the program.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1968 55-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 11 A.M. RECEPTION / 11:30 A.M. LUNCHEON
Atrium, Center for the Arts

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agent Warren Luckner for helping to plan the luncheon program. Warren created a quiz to get the class in the reunion spirit! Find the quiz here, and photo identification document here. Submit your answers by email to wluckner2@unl.edu, or to Warren Luckner | 662 Eben Ct. | Stillwater, MN, 55082. The deadline is Monday, September 25th. Results will be announced at the reunion luncheon. You need not be present to win.

Warren is compiling a 55-year Reunion Booklet, which will be shared electronically this fall. Find more details about submitting an update for the booklet here. Submissions can be sent to  wluckner2@unl.edu, or to Warren Luckner | 662 Eben Ct. | Stillwater, MN, 55082. The deadline is Friday, September 15th.

A special “Pizza at Mabe’s” event for the Class of 1968 is scheduled for 6 P.M. – 9 P.M. on Saturday, October 7, in the Mabe’s Party Room (in the basement of Mabe’s Pizza). It’s an opportunity to mingle and chat, and will be free thanks to the generosity of classmate hosts. Thanks to Russ Savre for the idea, and for organizing the event. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. If you know your plans in advance, please RSVP to Russ Savre at rsavre@nc.rr.com.

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates. You can also get in the spirit by looking back on the videos from your 50-year reunion. Special thanks for Class Agent Warren Luckner for uploading these to YouTube and making them available to your class!

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1973, we’re excited to welcome you back to Luther for your 50-year reunion this fall! Your reunion committee is hard at work to make your reunion events, from Friday afternoon through Saturday evening, a fun and meaningful time to reconnect with each other and with Luther.

Visit your Class of 1973 50-year reunion webpage for your class schedule, more information on special activities, and a checklist to help you make the most of your big reunion.

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Class of 1978 45-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 6 P.M. Reception
Vesterheim Commons

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agents Julie Dahlen and Barbara (Noe) Koch for helping to plan the program. Julie and Barbara have also planned a few special activities for your class: a Friday afternoon bike ride, and Friday evening kick-off party!

Class of 1978 Bike Ride: Meet at Decorah Bicycles at 12:30 p.m on Friday, October 6. Please note that Decorah Bicycles will be closed the weekend of Homecoming. We have permission to park cars in their lot, but plan to bring your own bikes. The ride will begin at 1:00.  We’ll ride the 11 mile Trout Run Trail with a half-way point scheduled stop at the Fish Hatchery.  There will be a post-ride gathering at Pulpit Rock Brewery.  If you have any questions, please reach out to jimmerpech@gmail.com or text 515-330-9857. Thanks to Jimmer Pech and Dan Bartels for organizing!

Class of 1978 Gathering at T-Bocks:  Join us for a private, informal gathering at the Underground party room at T-Bocks on Friday, October 6 from 7 p.m. to closing. There will be a cash bar, and light snacks will be provided. No reservations needed. Simply stop by to meet and greet!

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on the informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1983, we’re excited to welcome you back to Luther for your 40-year reunion this fall! Your reunion committee is hard at work to make your reunion events, from Friday afternoon through Saturday evening, a fun and meaningful time to reconnect with each other and with Luther.

Visit your Class of 1983 40-year reunion webpage for your class schedule, more information on special activities, and a checklist to help you make the most of your big reunion.

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Class of 1988 35-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 6 P.M. Reception / 7 P.M. Dinner
Steyer Opera House | Hotel Winneshiek

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agents Karen Olson and Beth (Hawkinson) Hampton for helping to plan the program.

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1993 30-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 6 P.M. Reception / 7 P.M. Dinner
Silvercrest Golf and Country Club

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agents Kristine (Felsman) Freiling, and Mitchell Thompson for helping to plan the program.

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 1998, we’re excited to welcome you back to Luther for your 25-year reunion this fall! Your reunion committee is hard at work to make your reunion events, from Friday afternoon through Saturday evening, a fun and meaningful time to reconnect with each other and with Luther.

Visit your Class of 1998 25-year reunion webpage for your class schedule, more information on special activities, and a checklist to help you make the most of your big reunion.

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Class of 2003 20-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 6 P.M. Reception
KingPin Entertainment Center

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agents Jessica (Romens) Schouten, and Joel Sommers for helping to plan the program.

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 2008 15-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 6 P.M. Reception
Convergence CiderWorks

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agents Alyssa C. Cheadle, Ryan Fordice, Andrea Kruse, Cale Nelson, and Carl Westphal for helping to plan the program.

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

Class of 2013, we’re excited to welcome you back to Luther for your 10-year reunion this fall! Your reunion committee is hard at work to make your reunion events a fun and meaningful time to reconnect with each other and with Luther.

Visit your Class of 2013 10-year reunion webpage for your class schedule, more information on special activities, and a checklist to help you make the most of your big reunion.

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Class of 2018 5-year Reunion
October 7, 2023, 6 P.M. Reception
The Landing Market

We encourage you to let us know if your contact information has changed, so we can stay in touch with updates about your big reunion. And make sure to book a place to stay!

Thanks in advance to your class agents Katie Hendrikson, Grant Preheim, and Corinn Schmieg for helping to plan the program.

Check your Class Facebook Group for more information on informal class gatherings and activities. While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories and tagging classmates.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and Decorah. We hope to see you back in the valley this fall!

This fall, your class will celebrate the foundational role Luther College has played in your lives and enjoy the connections you have formed with each other. By making a gift in honor of your reunion, you also make a difference for today’s Norse seeking the same transformative experience you had. Thank you for contributing to your Class Gift!

What counts?

  • Outright donations (online, cash, check, stock transfers)
  • New pledges (up to five years)
  • Pledge payments made on existing pledges
  • New planned gifts or increases on established planned gifts

How do I make a gift?

  • Give online
  • Give by mail: Loyalty Hall, 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA 52101
  • Give us a call! 563-387-1322 or 800-225-8664

Thank you for your support of Luther College!

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Contact Information

Office of Alumni Relations
Loyalty Hall
Luther College
700 College Drive
Decorah, Iowa 52101

reunions@luther.edu

Phone: 563-387-1164
Fax: 563-387-1322