Equipped to do God’s will
Martin Luther College (MLC), New Ulm, Minn., embarked on a new six-year strategic plan in 2017. Titled “Equipped to do God’s will,” this plan keeps the college focused on its central purpose, which Rev. Mark Zarling, president of MLC, describes as “to train even more gospel servants to seize the ever-growing opportunities to go and tell.”
MLC continues to be the WELS college of ministry, bestowing a bachelor of arts degree for those who complete preseminary training and a bachelor of science degree for those studying early childhood education, elementary education, secondary education, special education, and staff ministry. The college also offers a master of science in education, a master of science in educational administration, and other continuing education programs.
As Zarling notes, “MLC remains a dedicated college of ministry, seeking by the Spirit’s grace to be Bible-based and Christ-centered in all we do.”
Those outside the college have recognized MLC’s commitment to its purpose as well. The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools wrote, “This institution is blessed with faculty and staff members who are exceptionally committed to the mission of preparing students for ministry, who are exemplary in their care for and involvement with students, and who are gracious in their relationships with colleagues.”
During the 2017–18 school year, MLC served 756 undergraduates and 995 students pursuing graduate degrees or continuing education.
For more information, visit mlc-wels.edu.
Early Experience
MLC provides many experiential learning opportunities for its students, including early field experiences that allow students to plan and execute lessons in Lutheran elementary school classrooms.
