Category: Announcement

Mark Severtson playing the tuba

This 2024 Homecoming season, Luther College continued the tradition of presenting the Weston Noble, Dr. Carlo A. Sperati and Hemp Prize awards, which recognize musical excellence and achievement among students and alumni.

October 31, 2024
The Distinguished Service Award winners on stage in the Center for Faith and Life with President Ward.

The Distinguished Service Award is presented to alumni or individuals with strong connections to Luther College who have exhibited admirable service to society. The 2024 recipients are Mike Voltmer ’74, Mary (Burbridge) Kreger ’79, Doug Knutson ’84, Ellie (Stack) Shaw ’94 and Sam Yamoah ’04. 

October 30, 2024
Brad Chamberlain head shot

The college’s current provost, Chamberlain was selected by the Luther College Board of Regents to become the 12th president of the institution, a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).

October 18, 2024
Aerial view of Luther with athletic facilities and fields

Michael “Mike” Anderson, a 1999 alumnus with a distinguished nursing career, will join the college’s Board of Regents this month. In addition, alumni Brian Johnson and Michelle Klisanich are joining the Board of Regents investment committee.

October 11, 2024
Red brick building with porch

Luther College announces a new partnership with Lightcast, a global leader in labor market data, to participate in the National Alumni Career Mobility (NACM) survey.

October 10, 2024
Luther College bell monument.

The Impact Awards provide free tuition for up to four years to students who have a 3.5 grade point average and whose families have an adjusted gross income of $80,000 or less.

October 9, 2024
4 students give thumbs up

“We are pleased to announce that fall enrollment shows a 6.6 percent increase in the first-year class compared to last year, and we are also pleased to see positive change in rankings across a wide range of national indicators,” President Jenifer K. Ward said.

October 7, 2024
Black and white photo of Pioneer Memorial on tree-lined hillside

Luther is the first college in the United States founded by Norwegian immigrants. Events in October will celebrate the book’s release and offer free copies. 

October 2, 2024
Jack Moriarty head shot

For the 2024–25 academic year, Moriarty will receive $10,000 from the Thomas D. Rossing Fund for Physics Education.

September 30, 2024
Five person wind ensemble, Imani Winds, holding their intruments

Founded more than 25 years ago, Imani Winds have led both a revolution and evolution of the wind quintet through their vibrant performances, bold programming and imaginative collaborations.

September 26, 2024