History of Preus Library
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Head Librarians at Luther College
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- Gabriel H. Landmark, 1862-1874
- Jacob D. Jacobsen, 1874-1881; LC 1865
- Olaus J. Breda, 1881-1882
- Halvard Roalkvam, 1882-1886; LC 1874
- Emil J. Petersen, 1886-1887
- Christen A. T. Naeseth, 1887-1920; LC 1874
- Karl T. Jacobsen, 1920-1949; LC 1902
- Oivind M. Hovde, 1949-1977; LC 1932
- Leigh D. Jordahl, 1977-1988; LC 1945
- Norma J. Hervey, 1988-1997
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- Preus Library 40th Anniversary - 2009
In 2009, the college celebrated the 40th anniversary of the dedication of Preus Library. In commemoration of this event, library staff developed an online exhibit featuring the history of the library at Luther College, and highlighting the special events held in 2009.
- Last Updated: Oct 15, 2025 4:27 PM
- URL: https://guides.luther.edu/preus-history
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