First Week

"First Week" orientation has begun here at Luther Seminary for first year students. Over 130 students will be participating in this week-long event under the theme, "Let Us Enter In."

The first day was a day of welcoming and familiarizing students with the details concerning the two major degree programs: Master of Arts and Master of Divinity. Faculty and staff met with students in large group sessions giving them all the details needed to successfully complete their degree program. I am sure it was an overwhelming experience, but a necessary part of getting organized.



It was a fun day for me as I saw a number of prospective students I had met on the road, now here on campus ready to begin their studies. It was a joy to sit in chapel and see the pews filled, hear the organ swell, the voices sing, and be reaffirmed in my baptism and sent forth as a child of God to fulfill my calling in this place.

Other activities of the day included keynote speaker Ian Punnett, former Luther student and host of "A Balanced Breakfast with Ian and Margery," a morning radio show in the Twin Cities. The day concluded with a "Fiesta Dinner" for all students, staff and families.