“Kingsman: The Golden Circle” is a change of cinematic pace, as recent weeks have seen horror or thriller films lead the box office. The equally trigger-happy sequel to “Kingsman: The Secret Service,” follows suit of being a sub-par, more grisly version of the John Wick franchise, which has seen much more success. Despite having a…
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Mental health services are available on and off campus
Every year, September commemorates National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. As the month comes to a close, it is important for the Concordia community to be reminded of the mental health resources available both on and off campus. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, three-quarters of all chronic mental illness begin before the age…
Homecoming celebrates tradition
Maroon and gold are everywhere on Concordia’s campus, from the lampposts to the Knutson Campus Center, oncurrent Cobbers and alumni. Even the trees have shifted their color to the vibrant reds and golds of autumn. This can only mean one thing: Homecoming Week. Every year, campus population surges in size with returning alumni from all…
Welcoming Week embraces New Americans in F/M area
Portraits pop on the yellow gallery wall at the Fargo Library. However, they are not just any portraits—they are portraits of immigrants, who traveled thousands of miles to make Fargo their home. At the front of the room, three women from the photos sit at a table, facing the audience, prepared to tell their stories….
Red River Women’s Clinic requests volunteer escorts
One block off Broadway on First Ave. N. in Fargo is the Red River Women’s Clinic. The unassuming white building is home to the only abortion service provider in the state of North Dakota. Every autumn, the building is easily spotted as it is targeted by an international pro-life campaign. 40 Days for Life will…
Exchange visa for Language Villages’ international staff under review
The Concordia Language Villages are known for their creation of authentic cultural experiences that provide villagers with the opportunity to learn about 15 different languages and cultures. The Language Villages are able to do this in part by bringing in international staff members. However, due to a recent review of the visa that allows international…
Fargo Fantastic Film Festival to play 100 films in a weekend
In an age where movies are increasingly available online for purchase, rent, or to stream, going to a film festival may seem not only like a waste of time, but also a waste of money. Despite this, thousands of people attend film festivals across the country each year. Fargo hosts four film festivals annually. The…
Symposium to shed light on modern reformation
What do Doctor Who, Kanye West, a church door, climate change, and a small German town all have in common? They are all included in this year’s Faith, Reason, and World Affairs Symposium, entitled Reformation: Transforming the World One Door at a Time. Symposium will be held Sept. 19-20 and will…
Concordia welcomes new athletic director
After an extensive search process last spring, Concordia welcomed new Athletic Director Jefferson Bretherton with open arms this fall. With fall sports in full action now, Bretherton feels right at home in the Concordia community. “I’m very excited to be here with such a great community,” Bretherton said. “The relationship Concordia has with its athletic…
Taste not Waste aims to reduce food waste by 50 percent by 2020
To students who frequent Anderson Commons, the Taste Not Waste logo is a familiar sight. However, this year, Taste Not Waste will become an even more powerful voice on campus. Taste Not Waste is a campaign to reduce plate waste in Anderson Commons. The campaign grew out of data that was collected by the inquiry…








