Africa is the world’s second largest and most populous continent, with a population of over 1 billion people. From the North to the South and the East to the West, Africa showcases a lot of cultural diversity, beautiful landscapes and happy people. There are 54 countries in this beautiful continent but this week I will…
SATIRE FROM THE SCARBROUGH REPORT It’s not true what they say. Despite the rumors, President Donald Trump is actually pretty decent at sports, even with his tiny hands. But with his frequent trips to Maralago, Fla., Trump really doesn’t have time for playing basketball, or for creating logical security policies. That’s why, starting Tuesday, Trump…
Spanish Professor Eduardo Gargurevich passed away on Sunday, March 12. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 23, at 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 619 Broadway in Fargo. Gargurevich, originally from Peru, started working at Concordia in 1994 – 23 years ago–after teaching at Auburn University in Alabama. Not only did Gargurevich inspire…
Exploring through various topics rooted in different points in time, TEDxConcordia hopes to leave audience members with an energetic curiosity and joy. This unique experience has been creatively dreamt up and effectively planned out by Concordia’s own students. Josie Perhus and Skyler Stoner, co-presidents of the planning committee for TEDxConcordia, along with Lauren Richardson, Andrew…
With the end of the semester fast approaching, many students are looking forward to one of two things: summer break, or summer school. This May and June, Concordia will be offering close to 100 classes both on campus, and online. Last year, SGA created an opportunity for students to suggest three classes they would like…
A few weeks ago, an article entitled “The difference between pro-life and anti-choice” appeared in The Concordian. While I agree with many of the points presented, the central argument was a bit problematic. I completely agree that it’s hypocritical to say one is pro-life and not care for poor, starving children, homeless, and anyone else….
Spain, Greece, India, Norway and Tanzania are just a few of the places students can go to study away at Concordia College. However, instead of traveling outside of the country, Bailey Hovland ’18 decided to study away in Washington D.C. While many Concordia students choose to study away during college, it is a unique opportunity…
Satire from the Scarbrough Report President Donald Trump’s frequent release of executive orders has led to a severe paper shortage in the White House. President Donald Trump has now signed eleven executive orders since his inauguration in January — a small number compared to former President Barack Obama’s 277 executive orders over eight years, but…
College will sign the Integrated Climate Commitment in April President Craft announced earlier this month that he would be signing Second Nature’s Integrated Climate Commitment on April 11, 2017, solidifying Concordia’s stance as an institution that values sustainability and reducing our economic footprint. Dr. Kenneth Foster, chair of the president’s Sustainability Council, explained that the…
As Cobbers we will spew our political efficacy left and right during national elections, but what we fail to realize is that our civic duty doesn’t stop at the ballot box. Concordia’s Student Government Association holds annual elections for the student body to vote in, and the Faculty Senate holds regular meetings that students are…