Senior CobberLife Magazine 2024

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STUDENT POPULATION

35 , 000+ ALUMNI AROUND THE GLOBE

REPRESENTED IN THE STUDENT BODY

ONE OF THE NATION’S MOST ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE COLLEGES — The Princeton Review, 2024

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Investing in You

At Concordia College, we believe the world needs bright minds like YOURS now more than ever. That’s why, at a time when other colleges are cutting programs and budgets, Concordia is investing to grow for our current and future students. That growth includes new in-demand academic programs, extracurricular activities, music opportunities, and more! We are committed to providing a transformational experience for every student.

It’s an exciting time at Concordia as we find new ways to challenge and support our students.

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Concordia students are empowered to pursue their passions and achieve academic excellence. Through hands-on learning and real-world experiences, you will leave here prepared for life after graduation.

94% LAW SCHOOL ACCEPTANCE RATE

$2.5 Million AWARDED NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRANT

#1 NAMED THE BEST NURSING PROGRAM IN MINNESOTA (RegisteredNursing.org, 2023 + 2024)
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The outlook is bright at Concordia.

We are building upon the successes of our past by investing in the future — and we’re only just beginning.

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Our devoted professors will know you by name. They will CHALLENGE you in the classroom and ENCOURAGE you to discover things you didn’t think were even possible.

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ACCOUNTING

General Accountancy

Public Accountancy

ACS CHEMISTRY

Biochemistry

Neurochemistry

Traditional

APPLIED PHYSICS

APPLIED SCIENCE

ART

Art History (preprofessional)

General Art History

General Studio Art

Studio Art (preprofessional)

ART AND DESIGN

ART HISTORY

ATHLETIC TRAINING (PREPROFESSIONAL)

BIOLOGY

BIOSCIENCES

Pharmacy

BUSINESS

Economics

Finance

Human Resource Management

Management

Marketing

CHEMISTRY

CHINESE

CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURES

CHIROPRACTIC (PREPROFESSIONAL)

CHURCH MUSIC

CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

COACHING

COMMUNICATION STUDIES

COMMUNICATION STUDIES AND THEATRE ART

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computing

Data Analytics

CROSS-CULTURAL INTERACTION

DATA ANALYTICS

DATA SCIENCE

DENTISTRY (PREPROFESSIONAL)

EARTH SCIENCE

EDUCATION

Art Biology

Chemistry

Chinese

Communication Studies with Communication Arts/Literature

English with Communication Arts/Literature

French German

Health

Mathematics

Music (B.A. or B.M.)

Instrumental

Vocal

Physical Education

Physics

Social Studies

Spanish ELEMENTARY EDUCATION ENGINEERING (PREPROFESSIONAL)

ENGLISH

Literature

Writing

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY STUDIES

Contract

Environmental Humanities

Environmental Policy

Natural Sciences

Sustainability Studies

EXERCISE SCIENCE

FILM STUDIES

FINANCE

FOOD/NUTRITION/DIETETICS

FRENCH

GERMAN

GLOBAL STUDIES

Asian Studies

Culture and Identity in Global Affairs

Development Studies

European Studies

Global Environmental Studies

Global Systems and Processes

Latin American Studies

New Pathways

GREEK AND ROMAN STUDIES

HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP

Healthcare Administration

Healthcare Financial

Management

Long-Term Care Administration

HISTORY

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

HUMANITIES

INTERFAITH STUDIES

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Finance and Economics

Management

Marketing

Regional Studies: Asia

Regional Studies: Europe

Regional Studies: Latin America

LAW (PREPROFESSIONAL)

MATHEMATICAL FINANCE

MATHEMATICS

MEDICINE (PREPROFESSIONAL)

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISM

MUSIC (B.A.)

MUSIC (B.M.)

Composition

Instrumental Music

Piano

Voice

MUSIC AND BUSINESS

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

NEUROSCIENCE

NURSING (B.S.N.)

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (PREPROFESSIONAL)

OPTOMETRY (PREPROFESSIONAL)

PHARMACY (PREPROFESSIONAL)

PHILOSOPHY

PHYSICAL THERAPY (PREPROFESSIONAL)

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PREPROFESSIONAL)

PHYSICS

Astrophysics

POLITICAL SCIENCE

PSYCHOLOGY

PUBLIC HEALTH

RELIGION

SOCIAL ACTIVISM

SOCIAL WORK

SOCIOLOGY

SPANISH

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL)

THEATRE ART

VETERINARY MEDICINE (PREPROFESSIONAL)

WEB DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES

MAJOR MINOR ONLY

Concentration UNDERGRADUATE

ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE

Applied Data Analytics

Business and Professional Communication

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Heritage and Museum Studies

Nutrition for Health Professionals

Professional Writing

World Languages in the Workplace

Chinese

French German

Spanish

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Concordia is a place with deep roots. The college has been providing a quality education for more than 130 years. But the connections go far beyond the diploma — the Concordia experience is about building relationships, exploring endless possibilities, and experiencing time-honored traditions. When you are here, you are invited to be a part of something BIGGER.

HOMECOMING BONFIRE + FIREWORKS

Students kick off Homecoming weekend with an annual bonfire built like no other (aka HUGE).

The night ends with a fireworks display over Jake Christiansen Stadium.

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With hundreds of activities and events outside the classroom, it’s hard to pick a favorite, but here are a few highlights.

MULTICULTURAL CELEBRATION

This annual gathering highlights multicultural student backgrounds. Watch or participate in an exciting talent show followed by a yard party.

CORNSTOCK

Cobbers celebrate spring with Cornstock — a free concert that features a national band. A few past headliners include: lovelytheband, COIN, and Plain White T’s. Your ticket is waiting!

COBBER RING

We aren’t kidding when we say these rings are everywhere. The Cobber ring is the second most recognized ring in the country. It connects Cobbers young and old in all areas of the globe when they spot one.

CHRISTMAS CONCERTS

The Concordia Christmas concerts are a 97-year-old tradition and nationally renowned event. Concerts are held on campus and at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis.

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With free laundry, easy access to campus activities, and opportunities to build friendships that last a lifetime, settling into campus begins in your dorm.

90% OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS LIVE ON CAMPUS

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HOYUM HALL OPENING FALL 2024

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Open Mic Night Multicultural Celebration Silent Disco
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Your well-being is our top priority. Navigating college life can be challenging, but we’re here for you every step of the way. Concordia’s Center for Holistic Health offers free and confidential support for students.

ConcordiaCollege.edu/CHH

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COUNSELING

Our full-time mental health counselors offer free counseling sessions to help students address a variety of concerns. Counseling sessions are 50 minutes and are typically held biweekly with the average student scheduling 5-8 sessions.

DISABILITY SERVICES

From learning disabilities to chronic health conditions to physical or mobility issues, the disability services team works with students to make all aspects of the college accessible.

HEALTH

The health services team promotes the health and well-being of students by assisting them in becoming proactive caretakers of their own holistic health and supporting them in decision-making that enhances their physical and mental well-being.

VIRTUAL CARE

Launching this fall, the TimelyCare platform will be available free to students and offers virtual medical appointments, flexible counseling sessions, 24/7 crisis support, and much more!

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THIS PLACE IS

Join a musical ensemble, draft your own intramural basketball team, use your voice in the Student Government Association, or volunteer in the community. With endless ways to get involved, your college experience can be as UNIQUE as you.

90+ STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

20 MAJOR MUSIC ENSEMBLES

23 NCAA ATHLETIC TEAMS

Arts Club Outdoor Rec. EXPLORE MORE: ConcordiaCollege.edu/Clubs 13 | COBBER LIFE
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Animal Care Women in STEM Justice Journeys Martial

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Whether it’s a weeklong trip on the Mississippi or a semester abroad — EXPLORE the world by studying away.

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Your talent and drive don’t go unnoticed here.

1 in 3 COBBERS IS A STUDENT-ATHLETE

VARSITY TEAMS

Baseball

Basketball

Clay Target

Cross Country

Esports

Football

Golf

Hockey

Soccer

Softball

Swimming & Diving

Tennis

Track & Field

Volleyball

Wrestling

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ConcordiaCollege.edu/Ensembles

All students are invited to share their musical talents.

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NATIONALLY RANKED COLLEGE CHOIR

MUSIC ENSEMBLES

The Concordia Choir

Chapel Choir

Cantabile

Drumline

Kantorei

The Concordia Band

Symphonic Band

Echo Band

Athletic Band

The Concordia Orchestra

Symphonia Orchestra

Jazz Ensemble I

Jazz Ensemble II

Vocal Jazz I

Vocal Jazz II

Percussion Ensemble

Marimba Choir

Handbell Choir

Pempamsie and Gamelan

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FRIENDSHIPS. CHALLENGES. GROWTH.

Your Concordia experience will provide opportunities that last a lifetime.

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A Community Worth Exploring

FOODIE

From the unique to traditional (a few have even been featured nationally!), with 200+ restaurants you are sure to find new food to love.

ARTS + CULTURE

The 1926 historic Fargo Theatre sets the stage for an active, engaging, and inclusive arts culture.

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F-M AREA POPULATION INTERNSHIP

OUTDOORSY

Kayaking, hiking, biking, or skating (and more!) — the area boasts hundreds of miles of parks to explore.

NIGHTLIFE

With nearly 30,000 students, Fargo-Moorhead is a booming college town. From dancing, to open mic nights, to local sporting events, the nightlife is thriving.

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OPPORTUNITIES

Concordia’s FIRST-YEAR ORIENTATION is unlike any other. Three action-packed days are planned so, by the time you start classes, you’ve made strong connections with your classmates, know the ins and outs of campus, and volunteered in the community. Fall Orientation kicks off your college journey and culminates with the beanie toss on your first day of class.

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EMMA

Big Lake, Minnesota

“I committed to Concordia and will be on the college’s volleyball team! I’m interested in pursuing the sports medicine field. I am looking forward to playing volleyball, meeting all my teammates, and rooming with other volleyball players.”

RON

Moorhead, Minnesota

“I’m looking forward to playing college football for Concordia, making lifelong memories, and making new friendships with people from different areas. I would also like to join a club during my time here.”

Office of Admission
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