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The Marine Lab volunteers with touch pool

Earth Week activities emphasize sustainability and “ocean literacy”

4/26/2024 - 2 minute read

On April 22, Concordia and the world celebrated Earth Day and showed their appreciation for the beauty around us. Throughout the week students and faculty at Concordia coordinated different activities to educate and inspire students to take better care of the Earth and celebrate what it has to offer.

Students find satisfaction in service, work as College Corps fellows

4/26/2024 - 2 minute read

Jed Rufner, sophomore

Jed Rufner’s College Corps experience is focused on climate action as he volunteers at Tanaka Farms. There, he teaches kids about farm etiquette and helps to keep the farm clean. Rufner said, “The whole farm is a very educational environment for people of all ages who are learning about farm life and the various environmental aspects of a farm.” He has enjoyed making an impact on the community through the work he does and being able to teach people about the livestock and crops at Tanaka Farms. Throughout the year College Corps students go to three symposiums and meet with students from other schools who are also helping their communities. Rufner has enjoyed “hearing their perspectives about the program” and “seeing how many students are helping to serve their community.” He concluded and said, “It's something even bigger than us.”

Ella Hachee and Madison Zuniga, Aerie Editors

Students share their visual arts and written word

4/26/2024 - 4 minute read

On Wed., April 17 Concordia held an important showcase of written and visual art on campus as it hosted a Senior Capstone Exhibition reception and The Aerie publication and open mic night.

Graduating seniors urged to complete First Destination Survey

4/12/2024 - 1 minute read

If you are a graduating senior, you have probably seen or heard about the First Destination Survey, and wondered what it is for.

Say hello to the super bloom!

4/12/2024 - 1 minute read

Much like last year, this spring the perfect conditions have been created for another California super bloom. This year, you have a good chance of seeing fields of flowers if you know where to look. Here is a list of places where to see the beautiful California wildflowers and when is the best time to see them in full (super) bloom.

Graphic design student exhibition

3/22/2024 - 0 minute read

On display in the John and Linda Friend Art Gallery in Grimm Hall is an exhibition presenting the work of students in Concordia’s Graphic Design program. The colorful and varied display of art pieces can be seen until April 10.

Deborah Lee, Accreditation Liason Officer

Incoming WSCUC visit!

2/23/2024 - 1 minute read

From March 6 through 8 a committee from WSCUC will visit and review Concordia’s campus and curriculum to ensure that the institution is up to standard and cultivating informed and well-rounded students.

From art to engineering, students show WSCUC they are #builtgolden

2/9/2024 - 2 minute read

Among the many exciting things happening around campus for Concordia, add one more: The university is in the process of obtaining reaccreditation with WSCUC.

LEST showcases young artists on Concordia's campus

2/9/2024 - 2 minute read

Concordia Irvine is hosting the Lutheran Elementary School Tournament OC once again this year, where elementary schools from California, Nevada, Arizona and Idaho will be competing in a myriad of events.

Get your hands on Handshake

1/19/2024 - 2 minute read

Attention all Concordia students! If you are looking for internships and jobs both on and off campus Handshake is the perfect tool for you.