Luther College News

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.

Luther College is celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month in October with a guest speaker, a film showing and participation in Decorah Pride Week events.

Since 2006, NSF grants have allowed Professor Todd Pedlar and Luther students to participate in international collaborations that conduct research in elementary particle physics. 

“With both the NCAA and the American Rivers Conference set to add women’s wrestling as a championship, the moment to join in is now,” Athletic Director Renae Hartl said.

Winner of the 2019 Latin Grammy for Best New Artist, Nella will be a highlight of Hispanic Heritage Month at Luther. 

Author of the new book “By the Fire We Carry” (release date Sept. 10), Nagle is an award-winning writer, podcaster, advocate and citizen of the Cherokee Nation.

Five long-serving faculty members who retired this summer reminisce about the extraordinary students who motivated their work. 

Luther and Pulpit Rock Brewing Company have entered into a collaboration, where proceeds from designated craft beers will benefit the college. Pulpit Rock becomes the official craft beer of the college.

The college is sponsoring a trip to Latino Fest in Rochester, Minn.; a keynote talk by a renowned scholar of Hispanic culture, Adele Lozano; as well as film and music that celebrate Hispanic heritage.

Every day in the Luther Cafeteria, potential food waste is diverted to make rich compost to replenish the land, and prepared food that was not served is repackaged to serve food insecure people in Decorah and surrounding areas. Watch a video that highlights how the college is reducing food waste, motivated by its commitment to environmental and civic sustainability.