If you are wondering what it takes to become Mr. Concordia, just ask senior Tyler Eliason. Eliason, who represented Concordia Theatre at the annual all-male pageant, won the judges’ hearts (and the corncob crown) on Saturday, Jan. 27. But the competition means more than any prize for both theContinue Reading
For the 11th year in a row, the Lambda Delta Sigma sorority will present the Mr. Concordia pageant on Saturday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Centrum. Every year, several student organizations are represented by one of its members in an all-male pageant competing for the title of Mr.Continue Reading
It takes creativity and a good sense of humor to excel in the Mr. Concordia Pageant, according to this year’s winner, Nathan Lindgren. Lindgren, a junior Vocal Music Education major, competed on Saturday night along with Luke Fitterer, Evan Berg-Dibley, Josh Mackner, David Kwiecien and Tanner Knutson. The pageant wasContinue Reading
Within the last week, I’ve heard a lot of appalling things. It all started when the Concordian published two articles that dealt heavily with issues I consider close to my heart. My personal identity was revealed to campus in an article that dealt with gender-neutral bathrooms, and another article discussedContinue Reading
I wanted to take a minute to reply to an article in last week’s Concordian that discussed my participation in Mr. Concordia. I would just like to explain my lyrics in attempt to clear up the misunderstanding that may have been portrayed. To start with, I love the work ofContinue Reading
Comments made at Mr. Concordia have prompted conversations around campus about privilege, gender, race and culture. SAGA, the Straight and Gay Alliance, met on Jan. 29 to discuss some of the remarks that were made at the event held Jan. 25. The main issue the group discussed cameContinue Reading
Junior Alex Elizárraga wins title How does it feel to be this year’s Mr. Concordia?: It feels spectacular! I never would have guessed I’d receive such a title at Concordia. It’s a crazy feeling. But I also don’t know how to handle the attention…I really don’t want to come off asContinue Reading
Name: Jared Hernandez Class: Junior Major(s)/Minor(s): Nursing major with minors in classical studies and history Are you single and ready to mingle?: Oh yeah! Why did you apply for Mr. Concordia?: Some upper-level nursing students hustled me and I thought it would be fun. What is your talent?: Shake itContinue Reading