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Concordia Women’s Ministry hits Joshua Tree

2/10/2023 - 2 minute read

From Jan. 13 to Jan. 15, Concordia’s Women’s Ministry had the opportunity to make a camping excursion to Joshua Tree National Park, where they enjoyed fun, games and the company of like minded Christians.

Concordia to host Lutheran Elementary Tournament, student volunteers needed

2/10/2023 - 1 minute read

Concordia will be hosting the Lutheran Elementary School Tournament (L.E.S.T) Feb. 17 through 19, and staff coordinators are calling on Concordia students for their devotion, time and helping hands. Student volunteers will help assist around 500-600 guests.

Date night ideas for Valentine’s Day in OC

2/10/2023 - 1 minute read

Valentine’s Day is approaching on Tues., Feb. 14 and the Orange County area offers a variety of activities to experience on the day of love. Whether you are in a relationship, or just want to “Anti-Valentine’s Day” with your friends, Concordia students shared their ideas for the best activities in Orange County.

Eagle Exchange offers thrifting experience on campus

2/10/2023 - 2 minute read

Eagle Exchange is a new club at Concordia that prioritizes the reduction of waste and provides fun opportunities for students to thrift for free on campus.

Living Learning Communities gather at the Getty Villa

2/10/2023 - 2 minute read

Two of Concordia’s Living Learning Communities collaborated to visit the J. Paul Getty Villa Museum last Saturday. Creative Edge and Polis Plaza, led by Dr. Chris Hauser, Associate Professor Director of Music Education, and Dr. Bryan Santin, Associate Professor of English, transported over 40 students to Malibu to experience the Getty Villa’s ancient Greco-Roman art and architecture.

College Corps Fellowship can forward your future

1/20/2023 - 2 minute read

Are you passionate about service? Concordia’s College Corps Fellowship Program offers rewarding opportunities for students to enrich their local communities. You could be supported financially, and involve yourself in meaningful projects.

From the President: A letter to students from Dr. Michael Thomas

1/20/2023 - 1 minute read

Dear Students,

In the first few weeks of spring semester, we have faced a number of particular disruptions. Natural gas leaks have caused shutdowns limiting hot water. Atmospheric river storms have hammered California causing all sorts of flooding issues on campus and beyond. Construction hazards and detours have affected dorm road and taken several walking paths offline near the new softball stadium.

Delta Sigma Pi to host a recruitment week

1/20/2023 - 1 minute read

Delta Sigma Pi, Concordia’s professional business fraternity, will be tabling on campus the week of January 23rd to provide business and economics students with information on how to join the business fraternity.

Open Mic Night showcases hidden talents

1/20/2023 - 2 minute read

On Fri., Jan. 13 CUI LEAD hosted an Open Mic Night in Sigma General where students had the opportunity to show off their talents.

Sophomore Millie Rafael pays it forward as high school mentor

1/20/2023 - 2 minute read

The Courier sat down recently with Concordia sophomore Millie Rafael to learn about the Liberal Studies major’s experience as a high school mentor at the Nicholas Academic Center in Santa Ana. Rafael was previously a participant in the academic center program herself as a high school student and is repaying the benefits she received by helping others.