Anneliese Ayers and the Voluntary Erasure of Cultural Identity
By Katie Vazquez Anneliese Ayers recently gave a moving presentation centered around the “Voluntary Erasure of Cultural Identity”. This topic having been put into play since historical Ellis Island, where many immigrants were forced to shorten or change…
How Safe Are Students at Concordia?
by Karina Kosmala With the diverse number of students at Concordia University Chicago (CUC) attending several classes and events during various parts of the day, questioning their safety is not a prominent thought that crosses every student’s mind as…
How to Have a Successful Semester at Concordia!
by Milsy Westendorff Many of us, if not all, are bummed that the summer is ending. And with the end of summer comes the start of a new school year. Some are new students, beginning their first year at Concordia while others are returning students.…
Collective Season 2018-2019
By: Katie Vazquez The Collective, CUC’s Theatre department, has loads in store for the upcoming 2018-2019 season. Their main stage shows are definitely something to look out for. This fall, they will perform Antigone by Sophocles, directed by Brian…
Concordia Invitational Volleyball Tournament
by Savannah Singletary Hitting the road September 1st, the Concordia lady Cougar volleyball team heads to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to compete in the annual Concordia Invitational Volleyball Tournament (CIVT). Concordia University Chicago (CUC) faces sister…
The Infinite Wrench
By Katie Vazquez The Neo-Futurists have brought back The Infinite Wrench (formerly known as Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind which ended in 2016). Thrilling performances are currently running down town through December 9th. This mind blowing show…
Bingo Night at CUC
By Casey Kuman Concordia University held their first Bingo Night on September 6, 2018 in the Cougar Den from 7:30-10pm. During this event students have the chance to win several prizes ranging from snacks all the way to a Nintendo Switch! This event was…
Remembering Dr. Fred Spurgat
Remembrances of Dr. Frederick Spurgat Dr. Lauren A. Wellen, Ed.D. I feel that my life has been blessed by Dr. Frederick “Fred” Spurgat for the person he was and the faith that he lived and shared. It has been an honor to know and work with him. I have…
Peace Fire
By Casey Kuman Mission week took place throughout the week of February 5th to February 9th. Chapel concluded outside at the “Triangle” on February 6, 2018. Pastor Leininger said many prayers around the fire. He emphasized on peace, equity, and freedom…
Vice President Witte Retiring in June
By Casey Kuman Dr. Dennis Witte has served a 45 year career at Concordia University Chicago. He is currently the Vice President for Administration and CIO, and he is a computer science professor. Throughout his years at Concordia he has made many…