Looking for something to do this weekend? Head on over to Fargo-Moorhead’s very own family fun park, Thunder Road. Aside from providing visitors with a 1,000-foot go kart track, this unique attraction is the perfect place to take a break from studying. Since its opening in 2001, Thunder Road has provided guests of all ages…
Enrollment has been a hot topic over the last few years at Concordia. Although this is the case, the athletic department recruited 39 percent of the class of 2018. The efforts made by the athletic department have provided these athletes with an opportunity to play their favorite sport and get a well-rounded education. Athletic director…
With the help of their fellow teammates, athletes are successfully integrating into the Cobber community Over the years, Concordia has been lucky enough to have had many talented freshmen athletes attend the school and play for the Cobbers. This year is no exception. According to Concordia’s athletic director, Richard Glas 39% of this year’s freshman…
Cobbers’ hard work is paying off as they make strides in nat’l rankings Concordia’s wrestling team came out strong from winter break placing second in the NWCA National Duals meet. The team traveled to Des Moines, Iowa on January 12, 2013, and defeated La Crosse, Wabash and Augsburg to earn the second place national ranking,…
Concordia’s cross country teams have been having individual and team success The Cobber men’s and women’s cross country teams are off to great starts this year. Both teams have competed in three meets: the Valley City Invite, MSU Moorhead Invite and the Griak Invitational. The men’s team finished second, fourth and 16th place respectively in…
The Tailgating Committee started planning their event nine months ago. After a lot of preparation, one early morning and more than 140 handmade posters, the tailgating began. Students, alumni, families and fans all gathered in camaraderie at the tailgating event before the homecoming game. This year the event took place at noon next to the…
Every Sunday evening Olson Forum converts into a quidditch pitch. Yes, you heard that right; the game of quidditch is played on Concordia grounds. Despite not having flying brooms at hand, senior Justin Rodeberg explained how Concordia students play the wizard’s sport very similarly to how it is portrayed in the Harry Potter books. “Everyone…
Building Services works to make Concordia athletic facilities ready for game day Fans arrive at the entrance of Jake Christiansen Stadium decked out in maroon and gold. The stands are full of students, parents and alumni. The Cobber spirit is buzzing through the air. Everyone finds their place in the crowd and joins along in…
Most students use summer as a time to relax, earn a little extra cash, and reunite with family and friends back home. However, summer is also a great time to get outdoors and be active–such as these four Cobbers. Green Days Junior golf player Dana Meslow spent most of her summer at Indian Hills golf…
With his first year as athletic director nearly behind him, Rich Glas and the rest of the Athletic Department are reflecting on how Glas’ strategic vision for the department has changed Concordia’s sports atmosphere. Glas said his vision was to improve Cobber athletics overall and increase Concordia’s MIAC All-Sports Trophy score, which averages and combines…