''Studium Excitare'' is an

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dedicated to the translation of

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writings, focusing on the teaching of the

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. ''Studium Excitare'' is published by students and alumni of the confessional language (

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and

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) programs at

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, along with contributions from students at

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History

In 2003, a small group of students at Martin Luther College decided to form a publication in which they could publish articles about Lutheran doctrine. After two such issues, the focus of the journal was shifted exclusively to the translation of German and Latin writings. The original editors wanted the journal to continue to serve the campus even after their graduation. As a result of their efforts, the college adopted the publication as the official journal of the confessional language studies at MLC. The journal began a hiatus in 2011 when the then-current editors graduated. In 2018, a group of students resumed publication.

Title

''Studium Excitare'' is a

phrase that means "to arouse zeal." The phrase is often used in historic Lutheran writings. The title reflects the journal's mission to motivate current and future students, as well as alumni, to use their academic language skills for ongoing study and research.

Sources

Transition to TranslationStudium Excitare--Changed and UnchangedA Brief History of Studium

External links

* Martin Luther College Protestant studies journals Lutheran education Publications established in 2003 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod {{Lutheranism-stub