By: Madi Wimmer With spring registration underway, many Concordia students are navigating full classes, prerequisite errors, and uncertainty about academic overrides. The situation has led to frustration for both students and faculty, due partly to widespread misunderstandings about how the registration and override processes work. An academic override is a special permission allowing a student…
Author: Madi Wimmer
The Importance of Día de los Muertos
By Madi Wimmer At Concordia College, Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, is more than a cultural event; it’s a bridge between community, memory, and identity. Celebrated on campus from Oct. 27 through Oct. 31, the annual event honors loved ones who have died and invites students of all backgrounds to learn about and experience its…
Building Shelter in Faith and Identity
By Madi Wimmer On Thursday, Oct. 9, Concordia Campus Ministry held a worship service that recognized both Sukkot and National Coming Out Day, which took place on Saturday, Oct. 11. The sermon was delivered by Kelly LaFramboise, Concordia’s Director of Inclusion, who observes the Jewish faith. LaFramboise connected the two observations through shared themes of…
From Resident to RA: The First Weeks on Duty
By Madi Wimmer Stepping into the role of a resident assistant can feel daunting. For many, the first weeks are filled with balancing expectations, learning the ropes, and figuring out how to best support their residents while also taking care of themselves. Still, RA Kyra Jarett said the training prepared them well: “They told us…
From Permits to Appeals: Understanding Parking at Concordia
By Madi Wimmer In just the first weeks of the 2025-2026 school year, Concordia’s parking lots are already sparking conflict. Tickets are piling up, students are voicing frustration, and school officials are pushing back with reminders of the rules and regulations. Parking tickets at Concordia are issued by student workers and one full-time staff member,…




