2012 News Stories

Mission Trip Brings Middle-Schoolers to Campus

Jun 29, 2012

Some Twin Cities middle-schoolers are influencing the world by completing service projects in Fargo-Moorhead.

Tying the Knot – Cobber Style

Jun 18, 2012

Couples are frequently considering campus locations as a venue for their ceremony, reception or both.

Band Returns From China

Jun 07, 2012

The 52 members of The Concordia Band have returned from their historic 15-day concert and cultural tour of Hong Kong and China.

Transforming Teaching

Jun 05, 2012

Rebecca Sheldon's teaching has been transformed by Concordia's Master of Education in World Language Instruction program.

Larson Presents on Undergraduate Research

May 25, 2012

Dr. Susan Larson, co-author of "Characteristics of Excellence in Undergraduate Research," recently presented at an event in Washington, D.C.

Reaching New Heights in Leadership

May 23, 2012

Next year's student leaders are going to new heights to prepare for fall.

Gift Supports Offutt School

May 15, 2012

A gift of $1 million will further the development of the Offutt School of Business. The gift was given by William C. Marcil and Jane Black Marcil.

Randy Boushek's Commencement Address

May 07, 2012

Read a transcript of 1979 graduate Randy Boushek's commencement address.

Fortunate to help the less-fortunate

May 04, 2012

Concordia gave this student a future that she never thought possible

Called to Medical School, Service

May 04, 2012

Nathalie Fida Lassang '12 has been called to serve as a doctor in Cameroon. 

Thiele Receives 2012 Sent Forth Award

May 04, 2012

Joanna Thiele '97 is the recipient of the 2012 Sent Forth alumni award. She is the co-founder and former board member of the nonprofit Haiti Mission Project.

Advancing Literacy One Book at a Time

May 01, 2012

During the last few weeks of school, students and faculty at Concordia have been collecting books for charitable organizations.

Craft Inauguration Celebrated

Apr 28, 2012

Dr. Craft was described as "an articulate and passionate advocate for the importance of liberal arts colleges of the church" by former colleagues Saturday.

Liberal Arts Responds to Global Challenges

Apr 28, 2012

A liberal arts education can help make sense of an ever-interdependent world, but it also needs to be willing to adapt to the challenges that world presents.

The First Family

Apr 27, 2012

The inauguration of Dr. William J. Craft is a milestone in the life of Concordia College, but it is also a milestone for the Craft family.  

Inauguration Events Set

Apr 26, 2012

 “The Liberal Arts in a Global Age” will be the theme for a weekend of events surrounding the inauguration of Dr. William J. Craft as the 11th president of the college.

Book Tells Hoover's Role in Jewish History

Apr 20, 2012

A book co-authored by Dr. Sonja Wentling sheds new light on President Herbert Hoover’s support of Jews as Europe recovered from World War I.

A Take on Risk

Apr 17, 2012

A unique capstone class component took students outside their comfort zone.

Laugh Well, Live Well

Apr 13, 2012

An investigation of humor in relationships was one of many presentations at the Celebration of Student Scholarship.

More Than 50 Featured in 'Fidelio'

Apr 13, 2012

The Fargo-Moorhead Opera's performance of "Fidelio" is filled with Concordia voices.

Speech Team Places at Nationals

Apr 11, 2012

Concordia's speech team placed 15th at the American Forensic Association National Individual Events Tournament.

State Collegiate Sweepstakes Award Named for Cindy Larson-Casselton

Apr 09, 2012

The Minnesota Collegiate Forensics Association named an award in honor of Cindy Larson-Casselton.

Stepping Into Writing

Apr 02, 2012

Students got a chance to get inside the writing process during the seventh annual National Book Awards at Concordia.

Students Present Research at NCUR

Mar 29, 2012

Nine students are presenting at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research held March 29-31.

Founder of The Global Fund for Children Speaks

Mar 27, 2012

Maya Ajmera, the founder of The Global Fund for Children, inspired an audience at Concordia to look for their "moment of obligation."

Concordia to Co-Host Conference in Denmark

Mar 27, 2012

Concordia is co-sponsoring an international conference at the University of Copenhagen focused on classical Greek culture.

Walking With Minot

Mar 26, 2012

A student work team, college administrators and The Concordia Orchestra went to Minot, N.D., to offer a message of hope, healing and solidarity over the weekend.

Research Accolades

Mar 22, 2012

Concordia students have won praise from scientists at Oxford University for their contributions to research on bacteria that cause meningitis.

Investment Fund Offers Real-World Experience

Mar 21, 2012

Fund allows students to make real investments in the market.

A Flood of Love

Mar 20, 2012

Students and staff will serve Minot, N.D., with their hands, words and music.

Presentation Power

Mar 19, 2012

Presenting research holds great value for students.

Speech and Debate Team Qualify for Nationals

Mar 19, 2012

Members of Concordia's speech and debate teams will compete on the national level in March and April.

Students Run for Pi

Mar 14, 2012

Pi may have no end, but Concordia's Pi Day Fun Run ended with a celebration of pie.

Peace Scholars Selected

Mar 14, 2012

Adam Mousel '13 and Howard Mukanda '14 will represent Concordia as Peace Prize Forum scholars at the University of Oslo this summer.

Dreams Realized at Naturalization Ceremony

Mar 09, 2012

Judge John R. Tunheim ‘75 presided over a naturalization ceremony at Concordia as 31 people from 15 countries became U.S. Citizens.

Cobbers Featured at Fargo Film Festival

Mar 07, 2012

The all-star cast for the Fargo Film Festival includes a strong Cobber lineup as special guests and panel speakers.

College Open Feb. 29

Feb 29, 2012

The Concordia College campus is open today, Feb. 29. Cobber Kids childcare center is closed.

A Mountaintop Experience

Feb 28, 2012

A student-led trip has mountaintop removal as its focus.

Joy of Music

Feb 24, 2011

Siri Manning '14 chose Concordia for its pre-law program. A bonus: a chance to sing in choir.

Sharing French With Everyone

Feb 23, 2012

For students in the French Club, community is built through everyday activities.

Greece Yesterday and Today

Feb 21, 2012

Dr. Karen Rosenbecker of Loyola University spoke at the fourth annual Grose Lecture in Classical Studies. The topic: civic theatrical performance

Breaking Barriers, Creating Community

Feb 16, 2012

International students showcased their cultures through art, music, dance, dress and food at the 2012 International Student Organization Festival.

Strong Economy, Valuable Experiences

Feb 10, 2012

Danielle Dingmann’s internship led her to a fulltime job after graduation.

A Chemical Attraction

Feb 09, 2012

Teresa Vernig '12 found a major that fit her fascination with chemistry, neuroscience and medical mysteries. 

The Science of Creation

Feb 02, 2012

This year, Concordia students and professors have helped to spark conversation about science and religion at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moorhead.

Globally Literate

Jan 30, 2012

Caitlyn Schuchhardt used social justice as the basis of her literary research. 

Students Participate in Interfaith Institute

Jan 27, 2012

Concordia was one of 49 colleges and universities selected to participate in the National Interfaith Leadership Institute at Emory University in Atlanta.

Teaching Down Under

Jan 24, 2012

For Heidi Michel ’12, professors at Concordia played a big part in helping her student teach in New Zealand.

100 Years of Math

Jan 20, 2012

The mathematics department celebrated 100 years at Concordia with lectures and panel discussions.

Glas Named Athletic Director

Jan 17, 2012

Coach Rich Glas to become athletic director as Dr. Larry Papenfuss takes leadership role in Advancement.

Johnson Speaks on MLK Jr. Day

Jan 16, 2012

Dr. Charles Johnson shared how the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reflects interdependence on others for identity.

Embracing Business Ideals

A culture of respect and loyalty is what landed Ideal Printers on the Star Tribune's 100 Best Workplaces.

Auditorium, Scholars Program Added

Jan 12, 2012

A gift from The Barry Foundation will be used to fund a new auditorium and scholars program for Concordia's Offutt School of Business.

A New Adventure Calling

Jan 03, 2012

The questions students ask were all too familiar when Rev. Tessa Moon Leiseth and Jon Leiseth came face to face with God’s next calling.

Research Rookie

Dec 08, 2011

As a freshman, Bryce Frentz '14 investigated how long it takes for electrons to tunnel through a barrier.

Theatre Season Dedicated to Cermak

Oct 03, 2011

Jim Cermak’s last theatre season will feature some of his favorite productions, including a musical and several plays that he feels speak to the human condition.

Internship Immersion

Aug 09, 2011

Danielle “Else-Anna” Bolme ’14, Lakeville, Minn., can't imagine a summer without Skogfjorden.

Wowing 'em in Washington

Feb 22, 2011

The Concordia Choir received rave reviews on the East Coast for its outstanding musicality during its annual national tour.



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