Luther Classical College Applies for RSO Status
At its December 6, 2024 meeting in Denver, the Luther Classical College (LCC) Board of Regents voted to apply for Recognized Service Organization (RSO) status with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS). “We are delighted at the opportunity to submit an application to become an RSO of LCMS. The support of hundreds of patrons and congregations […]
Rev. Joshua Hayes Named Dean of Chapel for Luther Classical College
Rev. Joshua Hayes will serve as the first dean of chapel at Luther Classical College in Casper, Wyoming, when classes commence on August 25, 2025. Hayes, who holds a master’s degree in classics, also will teach LCC’s summer Latin course starting in June. His duties will be split among conducting chapel services, teaching, and serving […]
LCC Partners with Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church for Launch-Year Academic Space
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Casper, Wyoming, has agreed to host classes for the opening year of Luther Classical College, starting in August 2025. LCC’s main campus is currently under construction on 13 acres adjacent to Mount Hope Lutheran Church and the Wyoming District Office of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. As enrollment is projected to […]
Luther Classical College Establishes Trade School Partnerships
Luther Classical College, which is scheduled to open in August 2025, offers a unique set of educational opportunities, ranging from pre-seminary studies in biblical languages to trade school partnerships for students aspiring to careers in plumbing, welding, diesel mechanics, and the like. All students share about eighty per cent of their coursework in common, spanning […]
Dr. Caleb Karges Joins LCC Faculty as Dean of Students
As Luther Classical College prepares to open to its first cohort of students in August 2025, Dr. Caleb Karges will join the faculty as dean of students, effective January 1, 2025. Dr. Karges hold a Ph.D. in Modern History from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. He has extensive teaching experience in the areas […]
Vespers Homily by Rev. Dr. John Stephenson at the Inauguration of President Harold Ristau
October 6, 2024Trinity Lutheran ChurchRev. Dr. John Stephenson Text: Prov 1:1-7 & Eph 4:7-11 A stroke of genius on someone’s part has us hear the opening verses of the Book of Proverbs as we consecrate to the Lord and place in His hands the ministry of Harold Ristau as founding president of Luther Classical College. […]
What People Are Saying about Dr. Harold Ristau’s Inauguration as LCC President
A video recording of the full inauguration ceremony of President Ristau is now available online! We again thank all who could be in attendance for this historic event. Many kind and generous statements were read during the ceremony from special guests and representatives who regretted their inability to attend. Rev. Matthew Harrison, president of the […]
2024 Quarter 4 Newsletter
October 22, 2024 Quarter 4 Newsletter, 2024 Dear friends of LCC, Greetings in Christ! We hope this letter finds you well and settling into a delightful fall season. God continues to bless the college as we approach the end of the year. It has been quite a busy season for us. At the beginning of […]
Rev. Dr. Harold Ristau Installed as First President of LCC
President Harold Ristau’s inauguration ceremony took place Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Casper, WY, where he was officially installed as President of Luther Classical College. We are grateful for the members of Trinity and all volunteers, staff, and supporters who made this event so successful. In addition to the nearly 200 […]
Decisions for Building
Luther Classical College has been blessed with encouraging progress on its building activities this year. And thanks to the work accomplished by its building and grounds committee, contracted building partner, Sampson Construction, and extraordinary volunteer commitment, most of LCC’s 13-acre campus is now mapped out for ten student houses, classroom buildings, and a world-class library. […]