The word “socialism” tends to have one of two reactions on people; either disgust or acceptance. Yet when confronted, it appears that few have an understanding of what socialism actually is and what it entails. This miscommunication ends up causing division and polarizing people on the issue. I decided to discuss socialism as I see…
Ahmed Afzaal, Religion Professor I was disappointed to learn that the Concordian will no longer be printed on a weekly basis, mainly as a result of financial stress (“Letter from the Editor-in-Chief,” Sept. 13). A student newspaper is an important part of campus life. In addition to being a source of information for the campus…
With women’s empowerment fresh off the agenda from Symposium this week, it feels only fitting to make a plug for the lack of female representation around campus – in sculpture and bust form, that is. As of now, (and I could be missing a tiny hidden statue somewhere in Park Region), there are absolutely none….
Last fall, I began to reflect on what values built my political viewpoint, and came to the conclusion that many aligned with the ideals of conservative thought. In our current climate, this was a little hard to accept at first. My family identifies as staunchly liberal, and many friends share similar sentiments. Even with wonderful…
Look at you! Your roommate went home this weekend to break up with their not-so-sweetheart-anymore and they left you alone in your room with three boxes of Triscuits and a box of Perfect Size for One microwaveable muffin-in-a-mugs. Or maybe you’re the roommate. Whatever the case, it’s Sunday and you’re alone in your room. Your…
Welcome, Cobbers! I am this year’s Editor-In-Chief and I simply wanted to introduce myself and update you all on the status of The Concordian. I am a senior double majoring in Communications and Spanish. I wrote for the variety section of The Concordian in my freshman year, opinions in my sophomore year, I was…
College is hard. Linden’s here to help. Sorry, that’s misleading. Let me be clear, Linden doesn’t know how to help, but he’s here to do it anyway. Look at you! You’re a student in college! You have just about everything to prove it: six hundred dollar textbooks; texts from your mother that show she…
In 1789, the founding fathers of the United States wrote what would become the pinnacle of this country, the Bill of Rights. One of the most important tenets still today, the first amendment of the Bill of Rights embodies true freedom. Our campus wishes to put in place a hate speech policy, and it goes…
New year, new mindset, same walls. Concordia as we all know and love, has the theme of old-timey religious architecture (that’s the technical term). The library is just one example. It is under consideration to be remodeled, but I guarantee many will fight the demolishing of its ancient smell and hidden stacks. The ancient, outdated…