Jazz Orchestra Homecoming Concert
2026-03-31 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Jazz Orchestra will perform their homecoming concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2026-04-01 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-08 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-15 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-22 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-29 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-05-06 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-05-13 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker:
Music:
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Guest Recital: Khasma Piano Duo
2026-04-01 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Khasma Piano Duo will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.

Masterclass: Khasma Piano Duo
2026-04-02 09:40 - 10:50 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Guest artists, the Khasma Piano Duo, will give a masterclass/reading session in the Noble Recital Hall at 9:40 a.m.

Easter vacation
2026-04-03 08:00 - 2026-04-06 17:00, 2027-03-26 08:00 - 2027-03-29 17:00

Council for Faith and Life (CFAL)
2026-04-07 09:45 - 10:45, 2026-04-21 09:45 - 10:45, 2026-05-05 09:45 - 10:45 | Center for Faith and Life, Qualley Lounge
Council for Faith and Life (CFAL) is a student advisory board that works with the Office for College Ministries to advocate for and create religious, interfaith, and spiritual opportunities on campus and in the community.
The mission of the Luther College Council for Faith and Life is to create space for spiritual expression and exploration across campus. We strive to be a community that engages in interfaith dialogue, advocates for social justice, and supports diverse partners at the intersection of faith and learning.
All are welcome.
Meets:
1st and 3rd Tuesdays
9:45 a.m.
Qualley Lounge (CFL)

Grad Finale: Prepare for Graduation 2026!
2026-04-08 09:30 - 13:30, 2026-04-09 09:30 - 13:30 | Dahl Centennial Union, Williams Lounge, 1st floor
Grad Finale will take place April 8 and 9. All seniors should plan to attend as we help you prepare for your upcoming graduation. The Grad Finale is a celebratory event that is EVERYTHING graduation related in one convenient location.
More details to come.

Last day to withdraw from full semester class with "W"
2026-04-09, 2026-10-30, 2027-04-06

Emeriti Colloquium: The Bible: History Or Confession of Faith
2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Baker Commons
Presenter: Will Bunge

Chapel
2026-04-10 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-17 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-24 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-05-01 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-05-15 10:30 - 10:50

Nordic Choir Concert
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Nordic Choir will perform a concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.

ACT Testing
2026-04-11 08:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-13 08:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-11 08:00 - 14:00 | Olin Building
ACT testing is scheduled on the Luther campus.
Register for ACT testing

Katherine Strum and Elliot McKeage recital
2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Katherine Strum jr. voice and Elliot McKeage jr. voice recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Ashlyn Meyer and Gabby Herbold recital
2026-04-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Ashlyn Meyer junior voice and Babby Herbold senior voice recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Peyton Reid recital
2026-04-11 18:00 - 18:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Peyton Reid jr. voice recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

SAC Concert: Men I Trust
2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Gerdin Fieldhouse
The SAC team is excites to bring Men I Trust to the Luther Campus. This Canadian indie band, renowned for their hypnotic melodies and captivating vocals, has earned acclaim for their distinct approach to music. Known for songs like “Show Me How” and “I Hope To Be Around”, Men I Trust brings yet another great concert to Luther College.
In the weeks leading up to the concert, tickets will be available at the Luther Ticket Office and at tickets.luther.edu.

Sonja Bloeser senior recital
2026-04-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Sonja Bloeser senior voice recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Norskkor and Aurora Concert
2026-04-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College choirs, Norskkor and Aurora, will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 4 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Fika [coffee+treats]
2026-04-13 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-20 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-04-27 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-05-04 10:30 - 10:50, 2026-05-11 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Front Steps
College Ministries invites you to join us during chapel break for coffee and treats on the CFL front steps. This is a great way to start the week!
Chapel programming is also held each Wednesday and Friday morning from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. A variety of speakers and musical ensembles from across traditions are featured in chapel services. All are welcome.
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Emmaus: Communion at the Close of the Day
2026-04-13 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-20 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-27 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-04 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-11 20:00 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Recital Hall
College Ministries invites you to Emmaus, our weekly communion service held Monday evenings at 8 p.m. in the CFL Recital Hall.
We’ll sing Holden Evening Prayer and share communion. Even if communion isn’t a regular part of your church or religious tradition, you are more than welcome to join us, even just for the beautiful music! All students, staff, faculty, and community members are welcome.

Concert Band Concert
2026-04-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Concert Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Center Stage Series: Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Enjoy a musical whirlwind through genres that’s funny, thought-provoking and played entirely on ukuleles. The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain is always surprising, so come without expectations — except the expectation to laugh.
PURCHASE TICKETS
The Center Stage Series is made possible by the generous support of major season sponsors, including Decorah Bank and Trust, Emplify Health by Gundersen, Kurtich Endowment for Campus Programming, Minnesota Public Radio, Torgerson Center for Nordic Studies and Vesterheim Museum.

Olivia Sinclair recital
2026-04-18 12:00 - 12:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Olivia Sinclair jr. cello recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Brudos Prize Recital
2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Center for Faith and Life and Jenson-Noble Hall of Music
The Brudos Prize Recital will take place in the Nobel Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
The Alan R. and Sally J. Brudos Family Opera Prize is one of the largest awards given for excellence in music at Luther College. The purpose of the award is to assist talented students with the extraordinary expenses involved in the preparation and pursuit of careers in opera performance.
watch the livestream on the Music department youtube channel

Hemp Prize Recital, Audrey Zielstra
2026-04-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Hemp Prize recipient Audrey Zielstra will perform a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 5 p.m.
The Richard C. and Joann M. Hemp Family Prize for Orchestra Performance is given annually to a senior member of the Luther College Symphony Orchestra.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Charles Jetton recital
2026-04-18 20:00 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Charles Jetton jr. trumpet recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Distinction in Accompanying Recital
2026-04-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Distinction in Accompanying Recital will occur in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Symphonic Band Concert
2026-04-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Symphonic Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 4 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Percussion Ensemble Concert
2026-04-19 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Luther College Percussion Ensemble will perform a concert in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

General Recital
2026-04-21 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
A general recital will be held in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.

Brass Ensemble Concert
2026-04-22 19:30 - 20:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Brass Ensemble will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Cathedral Choir and Collegiate Chorale Tour
2026-04-23 - 2026-04-25

Luther Alumni and Friends Happy Hour
2026-04-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Pulpit Rock Brewery
Join Luther alumni and friends in the Decorah area for an informal happy hour at Pulpit Rock Brewing Company. Representatives from Student Life will speak at 6 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to network with the Norse community in the Oneota Valley, meet old and new friends, and hear about the latest happenings at Luther College. No RSVP is required, just mark your calendar, grab a friend, and join us!

Jazz Band Concert
2026-04-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Jazz Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Joseph Johnson senior recital
2026-04-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Joseph Johnson senior voice recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Kristian Stordalen recital
2026-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Kristian Stordalen senior trumpet recital
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Cathedral Choir Homecoming Concert
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Cathedral Choir will perform their homecoming concert at 2 p.m. in the Center for Faith and Life main hall.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Collegiate Chorale Homecoming Concert
2026-04-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Collegiate Chorale will perform their Homecoming concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Faith and Life main hall.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

MUS 273 Final Exam Recital
2026-04-29 19:30 - 21:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
MUS 273 will perform their final recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.

Iowa Musicology Day
2026-05-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall

Philharmonia and Cello Choir Concert
2026-05-02 12:00 - 13:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College’s Philharmonia and Cello Choir will perform a concert in the Noble Recital Hall at 12 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Composition Studio Recital
2026-05-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Luther College Composition Studio will perform a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

General Recital
2026-05-05 09:40 - 10:50 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
General Recital in the NRH

Learning @ Luther Showcase (no classes)
2026-05-08, 2027-05-07

Faculty and Staff Recognition Reception
2026-05-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Peace Dining Room
Recognizing 25-year service members as well as retiring faculty and staff.

Spring Opera
2026-05-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College Opera Theatre presents its spring opera performance. Details to come!

Norskkor at Decorah Lutheran Church
2026-05-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Decorah Lutheran Church, 309 Winnebago St, Decorah, IA 52101
Norskkor and Decorah’s Luren Singing Society will perform a concert at Decorah Lutheran Church.

Music Senior Project Showcase
2026-05-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music Choir Room and Noble Recital Hall
The music senior project presentations will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Choir room and the NRH.

Emeriti Colloquium: Bethany Indian Mission: 1883-1900
2026-05-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Baker Commons
Presenter: Peter Scholl

MUED Senior Projects
2026-05-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s

Last day of classes
2026-05-15, 2026-12-11, 2027-05-14

Board of Regents, Spring Board Meeting
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-16 | Luther College

Ultra Mega Mega
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts
Join us for this open gala throughout the entire CFA featuring the semester coursework and final projects by students across all creative arts from Art, Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Visual Communication.

Final examinations
2026-05-18 08:00 - 2026-05-21 17:00, 2026-12-14 - 2026-12-17, 2027-05-17 - 2027-05-20

Friday Showcase Concert with Nordic Choir and Concert Band
2026-05-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Friday Showcase Concert featuring Nordic Choir and Concert Band will take place in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Saturday Showcase Concert with Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra
2026-05-23 13:30 - 15:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Saturday Showcase Concert with Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra will take place in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 1:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Commencement
2026-05-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2027-05-23 09:00 - 11:00
Speaker: To be announced
No tickets are required for the outdoor ceremony. Please be seated by 8:45 a.m.

Summer session I and Summer Term begins
2026-06-01 | Luther College

Summer session I ends
2026-06-26, 2027-06-25 | Luther College

Summer session II begins
2026-06-29 | Luther College

Summer session II ends
2026-07-24 | Luther College

Orientation of New International Students
2026-08-19 - 2026-08-21 | Luther College Campus

Summer Term ends
2026-08-21 | Luther College

Faculty days
2026-08-27 - 2026-08-28 | Luther College

First Year Students Arrive
2026-08-29 | Luther College

Orientation of New Students
2026-08-29 - 2026-09-01 | Luther College

Returning Students Arrive
2026-08-30 - 2026-09-01 | Luther College

Fall Semester Classes Begin
2026-09-02 | Luther College

Last day to add or drop (without a "W") full semester classes
2026-09-11, 2027-02-12 | Luther College

Family Weekend
2026-09-18 08:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00

Homecoming
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-04 | Luther College

End of First Half of Semester
2026-10-16, 2027-03-19 | Luther College

Fall vacation
2026-10-17 08:00 - 2026-10-21 17:00 | Luther College

Thanksgiving Vacation
2026-11-25 08:00 - 2026-11-29 17:00 | Luther College

Christmas at Luther
2026-12-03 08:00 - 2026-12-06 17:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall

J-Term Begins
2027-01-04

J-Term Ends
2027-01-27

Spring Semester Classes Begin
2027-02-04

Spring Vacation
2027-03-20 08:00 - 2027-03-29 17:00 | Luther College

Summer Term / Summer Session I Begins
2027-06-01 | Luther College

Summer Session 2 Begins
2027-06-28 | Luther College

Summer Session 2 Ends
2027-07-23 | Luther College

Summer Session 3 Begins
2027-07-26 | Luther College

Summer Term / Summer Session 3 Ends
2027-08-20 | Luther College
