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Daylight savings time – why do we still do it?

11/8/2024 - 3 minute read

Each year, as the clocks change, many wonder why we continue adjusting our lives for daylight saving time. With ongoing discussions about its relevance, students and professors at Concordia shared how the time shift impacts their routines and whether they think the practice still serves a purpose.

Students pose for a picture at Common Ground Connection Night.

Students engage in new Bible study “Common Ground”

10/25/2024 - 3 minute read

Abbey west launched a new curriculum for their on-campus Bible studies titled “Common Ground.” Though using curriculums isn’t something new for abbey west’s Bible studies, “Common Ground” was specifically written by familiar faces for Concordia students.

Leadership from BSU and Nuestra Voz recap Unity Week

10/4/2024 - 3 minute read

Concordia celebrated its annual Unity Week from Sept. 16-20, with events like the Unity Week Kickoff, Cultural Club Showcase, Wings Wednesday and a special Unity Talk in Friday’s chapel by Ms. Mo. This week helped to highlight the importance of unity on campus and beyond.

Lean On Me brings comfort to grieving students

10/4/2024 - 3 minute read

Lean On Me is a student-led grief support group partnered with the Wellness Center. They are entering their third year of bringing a safe space and support to grieving students on campus.

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.

Concordia kicks off WOW with new student move-in

8/30/2024 - 2 minute read

Embarking upon the new school year, Concordia began Week of Welcome, or WOW, with New Student Move-In on Aug. 16. Amongst the Target bags, tool kits and toilet paper, new freshmen students moved into their new dorms in Chi Rho or Sigma, with the help of other Student Leaders, P.A.L.s and faculty.

Bring your school spirit and support the Golden Eagles

8/30/2024 - 1 minute read

Classes are back in session and Concordia Athletics are in full swing. Grab your calendar and school spirit and make sure you don’t miss out on all these season openers.

Athlete Bible Study leaders and attendees pose for a group photo

Athlete Bible Study kicks off the school year

8/30/2024 - 2 minute read

Athlete Bible Study, familiarly known as ABS, celebrated the start of the school year with their kick-off event last Wed. Aug. 21. ABS creates an environment on campus for student-athletes to make connections with fellow athletes, explore and deepen their faith.

Housing Hype Night revised to reflect student feedback

4/12/2024 - 2 minute read

Housing Hype Night is a student-centered event for residential students to select their housing assignment for the following year. Before attending the event on April 10, students were required to fill out the Fall 2024 Housing Application, be enrolled for the 2024-2025 school year, pay their housing deposit and have a roommate group of two or four.

President Thomas speaking with students on campus

ASCUI hosts open forum with Dr. Michael Thomas

2/23/2024 - 3 minute read

On Feb. 14, ASCUI hosted an open forum with Concordia’s president, Dr. Michael A. Thomas at Denault Auditorium from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. This forum allowed an opportunity for students to ask questions as well as for Thomas to address student concerns.