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Jace Martinez, M.Div. ’26, lived a life on the move for many years – Owatonna, Minnesota, to the U.S. Army, to Texas State University, to LTSS. So many relocations have given him a special interest in and appreciation for the idea of pilgrimage.

The Rev. Joshua A. Tucker, M.Div. ’13, current LTSS alumni board president and pastor of Friendship Lutheran Church reflects on the seminary’s upcoming move.

The story of LTSS is one of perseverance, of an institution so dedicated to its mission to prepare students for a life of service through ministry, that it has continually defied the odds to survive and continue that mission.

The Rev. Dr. Evelyn Fulmore, M.Div. ’25, is no stranger to the tradition of pilgrimage, having studied and participated in these journeys as a student at LTSS.

Pilgrimage figures prominently into the curriculum and instruction the Rev. Dr. Melanie Dobson shares with her students as they prepare for lives of spiritual leadership.

For years, Kat Heiden, MFA '27, lived her childhood dream of writing for television. Then she let go of the stress to find healing and new creative life as a graduate student.

�鶹����’s homecoming weekend, held October 25-26, was a resounding success, with reunion classes making a significant impact on the university’s fundraising efforts.

This year's theme is "The Lowly Lifted Up," and tickets go on sale November 7 for performances December 5-7.

As the director of annual giving, Stephanie Roberts will oversee all aspects of the �鶹����’s annual giving program and building annual support.

Thanks to generous contributions from the class of 1974, a new 10-foot bear statue has been added to campus.

A comprehensive sign and wayfinding system has been announced at �鶹����. This project, funded by the recent bond issuance, aims to enhance the campus experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Beginning their terms of service on the board this year are three enthusiastic alumni who have already gone far to improve campus life and student opportunities.