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50-Year Reunion

Congratulations, Class of 1975, on 50 years in Luther's alumni community!

We are excited to welcome you back to campus to celebrate your Luther College 50th reunion during Homecoming, October 3 — 5, 2025!

Want to see who’s coming from your class? Check out the “see who’s coming” feature and type in your class year in the search.

Below are the details you need to know to make the most of your time in Decorah!

Pre-registration is now closed, but we welcome day-of registrations during Homecoming weekend either at the registration tables in the Union, or at your reunion.

HOMECOMING CHAPEL AND INAUGURATION

10:30–11:30 A.M. | Center for Faith and Life, main hall
The Inauguration of the 12th President of Luther College – Bradley M. Chamberlain Ph.D. A community-wide reception will follow.

CAMPUS TOURS

1:00 P.M. Walking Tour | Dahl Centennial Union, main entrance

All are welcome to join faculty emeritus David Faldet ’79 for  “Place, History, and Innovation,” a walking tour of upper campus.

2:00 P.M. Driving Tour | Dahl Centennial Union

Join Bob Naslund ’63,  Bob Larson, Mark Muggli, and Haakon Rustad ’25 for a driving tour of campus and Decorah.

1975 CLASS RECEPTION

3:00 – 5:00 P.M. | Admissions Atrium, second floor Dahl Centennial Union

Launch into the weekend by gathering informally with your classmates. This popular open house-style event is a wonderful time to mingle and reconnect! There is no cost to attend.

BOOK SIGNING EVENT WITH MIKE OSTERHOLM

1:00 – 2:30 P.M. | Luther College Book Shop

Mike’s newest publication, The Big One: How We Must Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics, is available for purchase in the book shop.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD RECEPTION AND PRESENTATION

4:30 P.M. Reception | Center for Faith and Life, lobby

5:30 P.M. Award presentation | Center for Faith and Life, main hall

Congratulations to classmates Linda (Olson) Bieri ’75 and Michael Goze, who are receiving Distinguished Service Awards.

CLASS OF 1975 KICK OFF PARTY

6:30 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. | Impact Coffee

Wrap up Friday night by meeting your classmates in downtown Decorah. There is no cost to attend. Wine, beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

 

PARADE WATCHING

10:00 A.M. | The Landing Market
Meet up with your class to watch the Homecoming parade as it makes its way back to campus. Ronnie’s rolls will be provided–first come, first served!

CLASS DISPLAYS

All day, 11:00 A.M. — 9:00 P.M. | Peace Dining Room, Dahl Centennial Union

The Class of 1975 is certainly a creative crew! Take time to look through a collection of classmates’ creative work displayed in the Class of 1975 Creativity Showcase. Are you an artist or creator yourself? Fill out this form to participate in the exhibit!

Creative display by Carl Homstad, class of 1973

CLASS REUNION RECEPTION AND LUNCHEON

11:00 A.M. | Reception, Peace Dining Room, Dahl Centennial Union

11:30 A.M. | Program and Luncheon

Celebrate your 50-year reunion with a luncheon, and enjoy a program led by the Class of 1975 50-year reunion committee.

FOOTBALL GAME WITH 1975 CLASS GIFT PRESENTATION AT HALFTIME

1:00 | Legacy Field, Carlson Stadium

All members of the Class of 1975 are welcome to join the Class Gift presentation at halftime of the football game.

BOOK SIGNING WITH MARY THOMPSON

3:30–4:30 P.M. | Luther College Book Shop
Join Mary at the book signing of her new release, “Adventures of Coco Mia: Lost.” What happens when a furry friend goes missing? Find out in this heartwarming tale, inspired by a true story.

CLASS REUNION RECEPTION AND DINNER

5:30 P.M. Reception, 6:30 P.M. Dinner | Peace Dining Room, Dahl Centennial Union

Close out Homecoming weekend by spending a fun evening with your classmates! This event will be packed with entertainment including trivia, music, and more! Wine and beer will be available for purchase.

  • Join your Class Facebook Group! While you’re there, get in the reunion spirit by sharing photos and memories, and tagging classmates.
  • Share news about your life and reminisce about your time at Luther by submitting an update for your Class Memory Booklet.
  • Calling all artists and creators—display your creative works during the reunion by signing up to participate in the Class Creativity Showcase.
  • Show off your treasures! Bring your Luther memorabilia to display in Peace Dining Room during the reunion. There will be a table available to display your items.

Congratulations—your class has met your $50,000 reunion challenge! Your generosity is already creating a tremendous impact for today’s students, and we are so grateful.

If you haven’t had a chance to make your reunion gift yet, don’t worry—you didn’t miss out. With Homecoming just around the corner, every gift you make—of any size, to any fund—will continue to count toward your class gift. Each donation honors the friendships, memories, and experiences that began at Luther more than 50 years ago and continue to this day.

Special Thanks to the Class of 1975 Reunion Challenge Sponsors: Ann (Christensen) Beatty ’75 and Charles Beatty ’73, Tom Hellie ’75 and Julie Olds, Chris Lee-Thompson ’75 and Sylvia Lee-Thompson, Dick McKlveen ’75 and Kris (Sterenberg) McKlveen ’75 , Ramona (Feller) Nelson ’75 and Cy Nelson ’76.

If you haven’t had a chance to make your reunion gift yet, don’t worry—you didn’t miss out. With Homecoming just around the corner, every gift you make—of any size, to any fund—will continue to count toward your class gift. Each donation honors the friendships, memories, and experiences that began at Luther more than 50 years ago and continue to this day.

Make a gift today!

What counts in my class gift?

  • 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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Joe Lindsay, Mona (Feller) Nelson, Ellen Quandahl, Ann (Christensen) Beatty, Dave Peterson, Liza Alton, Kris (Silseth) Peterson, Becky (Wieck) Curtis,  May 2025

Joe Lindsay, Mona (Feller) Nelson, Ellen Quandahl, Ann (Christensen) Beatty, Dave Peterson, Liza Alton, Kris (Silseth) Peterson, Becky (Wieck) Curtis,  May 2025

 

Thanks to the Class of 1975 50-year Reunion Committee: Liza Alton, Ann (Christensen) Beatty, Karen (Gesme) Brunssen, Becky (Wieck) Curtis, Joe Lindsay, Steve Lovick, Mona (Feller) Nelson, Michael Osterholm, Dee (Haugen) Pederson, Kris (Silseth) Peterson, Dave Peterson, Ron Popenhagen, Ellen Quandahl, Sharon (Selander) Rossing