Archives for June 1, 2021

We invite you to join us in celebrating Luther Seminary graduates during this year’s virtual baccalaureate and commencement ceremonies, which will be video streamed via the Luther Seminary Facebook page. You do not need a Facebook account to view and interact with the services.

Virtual Baccalaureate
Saturday, June 5, 2021
2 p.m. Central

Preacher: Craig Koester, Professor and Asher O. and Carrie Nasby Chair of New Testament

Presider: Rolf Jacobson, Professor of Old Testament and Alvin N. Rogness Chair of Scripture, Theology, and Ministry

Virtual Commencement
Sunday, June 6, 2021
3 p.m. Central

Faculty speaker: Carla Dahl, Professor of Congregational and Community Care Leadership and George C. Weinman Chair of Pastoral Theology and Ministry

Student speaker: Timothy Jackson, Master of Divinity Candidate

How to participate:

Visit our commencement page for details and to join the virtual ceremonies. Both ceremonies will be posted there for later viewing.

We can’t wait to celebrate the accomplishments of these Luther Seminary graduates. – The Commencement Team

The Admissions Office is delighted to announce that Tim Schroeder has been promoted to senior admissions counselor and recruiter starting June 1, 2021. Tim embodies the best of Luther Seminary – serving church and community, accompanying discerning students with integrity and grace, advocating for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and exuding the utmost professionalism and compassion in his interactions with discerning students, current students, staff, faculty, alum, influencers, and partners. Please join us in congratulating Tim!

Tim Larson – 2 years – Seminary Relations
Beverly Wallace – 2 years – Associate Professor of Congregation and Community Care
Michael Chan – 2 years – Associate Professor of New Testament
Sam Schwartz – 2 years – Seminary Relations
Jacob Fredrickson – 2 years – Office of Technology
Robin Steinke – 7 years – President
Tony Herrara – 7 years – Business Office
Ben McDonald Coltvet – 10 years – Contextual Ed