Concordia Archives

Established in 1986 to collect, preserve, & make accessible those materials that record and exhibit the history & life of Concordia College.

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The Christmas Festival included a gift exchange for all students, staff and faculty. No gift could cost more than 15 cents. The gymnasium was decorated and everyone would gather to sing and listen to the President speak. This festival became part of the Christmas Concert in 1927.

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Happy Homecoming Fall Fest, Cobbers! We wanted to show some love to the Class of 1970 and the Class of 1995 who would be celebrating their 50th reunion and 25th reunion respectively. Pictured are the Homecoming programs from each class's senior year at Concordia.

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Remember sessions this year are virtual. You can find a schedule of events on the 2020 Faith, Reason and World Affairs Symposium page on the Concordia College website.

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It's the 35th anniversary of the Faith, Reason and World Affairs Symposium! Symposium began in 1985 with the theme "Food, Farming and the Future."

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Pictured are: L. B. Hanna, former N. D. governor; Oscar Martinson; W. T. Weum; Concordia College President J. A. Aasgaard; and Mr. Ashelman, a Civil War veteran.

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April 6th, 1917 marked the declaration of war by the United States, and the official entry of the country into WWI. On this Thursday, the day before Patriot Day, we take a moment to remember the students who enlisted during this conflict, and the students who continue to serve.

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We hope your first full week of classes is going well, Cobbers! The weather is wonderful. We hope you've been able to spend time outside, whether you're in class or socially distancing with friends. If you haven't take time to find a spot outside to relax like these students did.

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Sometimes, it's all about finding happiness in the little things, like these students from the 1950s/60s.

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Read the full article and issue here: https://t.co/OtksuZ2akk

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Published in the November 18, 2005 issue of @ConcordianPaper, this article compares the 1918 Spanish influenza pandemic and the 2005 outbreak of avian flu. In 1918, President Aasgaard quarantined Concordia before the flu touched campus, and classes and activities continued.

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Today is National Plant a Flower Day! While this isn't a flower, it was a tradition for each graduating class to plant a tree on Concordia's campus. Here we have three representatives of the Class of 1959 planting their tree shortly before their ceremonies begin.
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Check out this student feature on Hrvoje Caric from the March 11, 1994 edition of @ConcordianPaper! Originally from Croatia, he majored in environmental studies and economics. Read the rest of the story, as well as the complete March 11 issue, here: https://t.co/fBOD2S7pWE

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Park Region Luther College opened in Fergus Falls in 1892, one year after Concordia. By 1909, it had a four-year college program, and Concordia followed suit by 1915. A few years later, PRLC merged with Concordia, and, in 1932, permanently closed.
📷: The 1904 PRLC drama club.

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@concordiachoir is beginning the second week of their 2020 National Tour! Here, the choir is pictured with then-governor of Massachusetts, John Volpe, on their 1962 tour.

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Whether it's by train, boat, or bus, have safe travels for spring interim, Cobbers!

These photos are from 1989 May Semester programs to London and Paris.

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Before long, the winter snow will melt and raise the water level of the Red River. In 1997, the F-M area faced a catastrophic flood. Many Cobbers helped local homeowners, schools, and churches with recovery. Here, a student rides in the back of a truck to help with sandbagging.

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Hey! Guess what day it is!

Happy Hump Day! This photo was taken on a May Seminar trip to East Africa in 1982. With spring break approaching, as well as the end of the year, many departments are promoting many different opportunities for students to travel abroad.

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In January 1993, the chamber ensemble Aequalis visited Concordia. Comprised of pianist Fred Bronstein, cellist Elizabeth Mohr, and percussionist Michael Parola, the group was known for presenting new works by American composers.

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The last week of classes before spring interim has many students dreaming of warmer weather, less homework, and a break from daily routines.

Hang in there, Cobbers--you're almost done!

#MondayMotivation

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Whale, whale, whale, what do we have here? This collection of whales belonged to former English professor Dr. Ralph Hoppe '54. He taught the novel Moby Dick and collected various whale figurines. Hoppe retired in 1994 after teaching for 34 years. #FindingAidFriday