Operations staff wish to share with those who work and office in Gullixson Hall that on Friday, May 2, the heating boilers will be shut down—to keep the building from overheating during the work day. This likely will result in some uncomfortable mornings when the overnight temperatures trend below normal daytime temperatures. Please dress accordingly and consider wearing clothing “in layers” so you can be comfortable throughout the day. Why do we do this? Steam heat cannot be turned on and off within a normal day. Steam heating systems require active steam (212 degrees) at the radiator to function, meaning the entire steam distribution system is hot. When the system is turned off, all of the active steam condenses back to water and is returned to the boiler. To turn the system back on requires reheating all of the water back to 212 degrees, which take a full day. We do monitor weather and chose a day where, moving forward, it seems that most days will provide warmer temperatures. This month the temperature predictions are difficult. If you have any concerns, please contact Rob Verke, rverke001@luthersem.edu.
God Pause for May 2: John 21:1-19
In this devotion, Kathleen M. U. Lowery ’00 M.Div. asks that God will help us to move beyond our mistakes. Read today’s God Pause.
Summer RFS Moodle Available
Student feedback suggested we get information about Residential Focus Sessions (RFS) out earlier. Our Summer 2025 RFS Moodle page is up, and we encourage you to check it out as you get ready for summer registration beginning April 22. Note for Summer RFS that some events have shifted due to Juneteenth landing during the same week.
Spring Healthy Boundaries Sessions
We have added two Healthy Boundaries sessions to the spring calendar. If you haven’t completed this required non-degree program, please sign up for one of the following:
- Thursday, April 3 at 7 p.m.
- Friday, April 4 at 1 p.m.
Questions? Please reach out to AcademicDean@luthersem.edu
March Is Women’s History Month: Check Out These Library Resources
The 2025 National Women’s History Theme is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations,” celebrating the collective strength and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. To celebrate, Luther Library offers this guide to Women in History, Bible, and Religion.
Chapel Café Opens on March 5
Come to chapel worship on Wednesdays to be fed in spirit and body. Starting on Wednesday, March 5, we will have coffee and baked goods from our very own Fruit and Grain bakery, baked fresh on our campus, after chapel in the Narthex. Come for worship, stay for fellowship.