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Students taking in the Ducks game from the Concordia student section.

Concordia holds first Presenting Night at Anaheim Ducks game

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

On Oct. 16, Concordia held its first Presenting Night with the Anaheim Ducks, where the Ducks fell to the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1. However, this night was seen as a win for Concordia. The night included a student section, a section for CONCORDIAserves community partners and advertising for the university throughout the game.

Keep harm away this Halloweekend

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

As the season of spookiness, costumes, and candy approaches, Halloween plans are being made to attend theme parks, restaurants, and other social spots around campus. Whether you are staying in or going out, there are essential factors to consider to ensure a safe, enjoyable and responsible weekend. In recent years, the phenomenon and term “Halloweekend” has been used to refer to the Halloween festivities that often last all weekend, specifically for college students and young adults.

ACS Members: Left to right in pictures: Michael Lourenco, Madison Lafon, Micah McGranahan, Professor Montana Mellody

Exploring the Hidden Life of Spices: National Chemistry Week Comes to the Santa Ana Zoo

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

The Santa Ana Zoo hosted the American Chemical Society’s National Chemistry Week event on Sun., Oct. 21. The main theme for this year’s National Chemistry Week event in Orange County was “The Hidden Life of Spices.”

CU Surf Club kicks off the new year with two events

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

The CU Surf Club started the semester strong with back-to-back events. It brought students closer together on land and in the water. Between catching waves at Doheny Beach and grabbing coffee before surfing sessions, the club created space for community and fun.

Flag football intramurals end at the Pepperoni Bowl

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

On Oct. 14 at 7 p.m., two flag football teams faced off in the intramural championship Pepperoni Bowl. Students came out to the field to cheer on their classmates while enjoying free pizza provided by Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza.

Pickleball club invites students and families to the court this Saturday

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

On Sat., Oct. 25, Concordia’s Pickleball club invites students to grab their family and friends to cap Concordia’s 2025 Parent and Family Weekend with an Open Play Pickleball session. From 3 p.m. - 6 p.m., those game to play can head to the tennis courts and jump into a match of pickleball with their families or other students. Not in the mood to play? Come grab a seat on the bleachers and enjoy a series of family fun!

Women's Lacrosse served the Orange County community for a day of giving back

CU Serves day: Concordia students give back and grow together

10/3/2025 - 2 minute read

On Tues. Sept. 23, over 900 students, faculty and staff participated with 28 different organizations for CONCORDIAserves (CU serves) throughout Orange County.

Carew and Endicott together after a Creative Collective meeting

The Creative Collective welcomes writers

10/3/2025 - 2 minute read

Writing thrives on campus with the Creative Collective, a group that offers an encouraging space to students at any stage in their writing process. The Collective meets every Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in The Writing Studio, which is located on the top floor of the Schroeder Library. It is led by writing consultant Julianne “Jules” Carew.

What are Eagles Watching: Fall Edition

10/3/2025 - 2 minute read

As the temperature drops, pumpkin spice lattes return and Halloween is around the corner, many Golden Eagles are choosing to watch movies and television shows that reflect the new season. With answers ranging from nostalgic sit-coms to Halloween classics, students are letting the cooler temperatures and cloudy weather affect what they decide to watch.

ASCUI president Brody Collins outside of CSLD.

Student leaders call students to Christ-centered involvement with “Beyond Measure”

9/19/2025 - 2 minute read

“Beyond Measure” is the theme student leaders picked to guide Concordia students through the academic year. It is inspired by Ephesians 3:14-21. Brody Collins, ASCUI president, said, “The leading value for all student leadership is how can we surpass knowledge, which is what it says in the verse, and how can we pursue God in a deeper way.”