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Students share their perspectives on funding for the arts

4/24/2023 - 4 minute read

Concordia’s arts programs, which include music, theater, visual arts and forensics, are each allocated funding from Concordia. In a survey of several students, there are a variety of perspectives and nuances when it comes to how and why the arts are funded.

Student directors produce profound final farewells

4/21/2023 - 3 minute read

The Theatre Department invites you to attend the joint showings of two one-act plays directed by graduating seniors Ashlyn Laning and Desiree Sarkis. By addressing gender roles and feminism and exploring the dark reaches of Hell in their productions, they provide a powerful conclusion to the 2022-2023 Theatre catalog at Concordia.

Review: Japanese Friendship Garden offers artistic serenity for the eye and spirit

3/31/2023 - 2 minute read

Located within Balboa Park in San Diego, there is a tea garden called the Japanese Friendship Garden. It opened to the public in 1991 and was built as an expression of friendship to San Diego’s sister city, Yokohama. It has many exhibits within the area that are educational and beautiful. It is $14 general admission and $12 for students. This garden is a fun way to get in touch with nature and the culture’s history.

Concordia’s Forensics team places third at PSCFA Spring Championships

3/17/2023 - 2 minute read

Between Feb. 24 and 25, Concordia's talented forensics team competed in the PSCFA Spring Championships at Mt. San Antonio College, marking their last tournament before nationals.

Girl power: Rihanna shines in Super Bowl halftime show

2/24/2023 - 2 minute read

Though the Super Bowl is known for showcasing the biggest football match of the season, the question is: Are you more excited for the game or the halftime performance? For the general public, the excitement of the Super Bowl definitely seemed to be geared more towards watching Rihanna perform than watching Patrick Mahomes win another ring.