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Students gather in President Thomas’s backyard

Civil dialogue flourished at VP debate watch party

10/4/2024 - 3 minute read

On Tuesday evening, Oct. 1, over fifty students gathered alongside faculty and staff in President Michael Thomas’ backyard for a live watch party of the Vice Presidential debate between Ohio Senator J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. As attendees snacked on chicken tenders, sliders and s’mores, they enjoyed the opportunity to ask questions and engage in respectful discussion in preparation for Election Day.

Time to prepare for the grad school fair

10/4/2024 - 2 minute read

If you have ever considered pursuing a graduate degree after leaving Concordia, now is the time to have your concerns resolved and questions answered! On Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., students have the opportunity to browse a wide selection of grad school options from across the nation.

The Concordia Serves group t-shirts on display

Campus community preps for 6th annual Concordia Serves on Sept. 24

9/20/2024 - 3 minute read

The Concordia community will come together for the 6th Annual CONCORDIAserves, formerly known as CUserves, on Sept. 24.

Get involved and prepared at the internship fair!

9/20/2024 - 2 minute read

Are you looking to learn more about a potential career field? Needing to network in order to land a job? Wanting to replenish your resume experience? Look no further than the Internship Hiring Fair at 11 a.m. in the breezeway on Fri., Sept. 27, hosted by Concordia’s Center for Career and Vocation in partnership with the School of Business.

Let’s go clubbing with Phi Epsilon Kappa

9/20/2024 - 2 minute read

Phi Epsilon Kappa, Concordia’s kinesiology fraternity, invites all students who wish to gain more knowledge, growth and opportunities within the healthcare profession. All Concordia students, regardless of their major or career path, are welcome to join!

Become informed, aware and prepared by attending Violent Intruder Training

9/20/2024 - 1 minute read

In partnership with the Irvine Police Department, Concordia’s Campus Safety team will be offering an educational and interactive training experience at 4 p.m. on Tue., Sept. 24 in Denault Auditorium to raise awareness regarding potential violent intruder emergencies.

Dr. Lucas Hatlen discussing the internet with CUI Bono

CUI Bono event explores the ethics of life online

9/20/2024 - 2 minute read

In Good Shepherd Chapel on Sept. 11, Dr. Lucas Hatlen led a CUI Bono event discussing the internet, its history, and how it can be used for both good and evil.

CU Active prepares for highly-anticipated Basecamp at Mammoth Lakes

9/20/2024 - 2 minute read

This upcoming October, CU Active will be taking registered students on its annual Mid-Semester Basecamp trip to Mammoth Lakes. Located in the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains, the trip will occur from Oct. 10 to Oct. 13 and will feature plenty of nature-filled activities for the 20 students who are set to participate in this year’s basecamp.

Event Opportunities in the RES Halls

9/20/2024 - 2 minute read

The energy of the residential halls has been renewed as students have returned to campus and settled in. New and exciting events from the Residential Housing Department are always happening throughout the week!

Senior FYE Coordinators Grace, Jynelle, and Elise

Senior student leaders in First-Year Experience see success with their final WOW

8/30/2024 - 2 minute read

Concordia’s 2024 Week of Welcome (WOW) introduced nearly 500 new students to campus, with major events running from Aug. 16-23. The entirety of the operation was overseen by the First-Year Experience department, and its leadership team has been carefully preparing these impactful experiences for months.