“…and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.”
Ephesians 5:2
(2022 Week of Service theme)
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Alumna Erika Marquez (right) paints with student Payton Godbold during the Hearts Together service project. Learn more below. |
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Dear fellow alumni,
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “Hearts Together?” In addition to a deeper understanding of our Concordia community, it was also a key part of the Week of Service at CUW this spring.
This week has seen hearts come together in so many ways. They have come to life in service and also, literally, by painting wooden hearts. By the time we finish, more than 125 alumni, students, faculty and staff will gather to paint hearts (and fish). Many more gathered at and around campus for service ministry this past week. The 275 hearts and 350 fish painted at Hearts Together will be assembled and distributed through Lutheran Church Charities (LCC) and our CUW Comfort Dog Ministry as a reminder of the love and hope of Jesus.
It was a real pleasure to gather with so many eager Concordians committed to serving others through this partnership with LCC and our CUW Comfort Dog Ministry! There were a lot of smiles, encouraging conversations and, according to our LCC team, their production exceeded expectations. Way to go CUW! Thank you to the task force members who joined me to organize this service experience: alumni Rick Adams & Josh Kastens, Senior Director of IT Mark Newhouse, Director of Counseling Dave Enters, Director of Christian Service Dr, Randy Ferguson. Jill Hermes from our Alumni office and our friends from Lutheran Church Charities. Thank you to all alumni, students, faculty and staff who showed the heart of a servant this week.
Continued blessings to you as you serve in the ways God has equipped you and in places He has called you.
God’s peace be yours,
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Greg Witto '94
Director of Alumni and Parent Relations
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Welcome new alumni (graduates) at our Hats Off event
April 21
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Register today for our social with fellow alumni at the Highland House, 12741 N Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI. Come and meet our newest graduates and enjoy some food and a drink! This event is $10 per person for alumni and guests, and includes appetizers, one beer or wine, and unlimited soda. Additional options available for purchase. Reservation deadline is April 19. RSVP here.
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Grateful for rare collection of art education books and manuals
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Concordia University Wisconsin now possesses a rare collection of art education books and manuals, thanks to a donation from Dr. David Baker, who was a professor and director of art education at UWM for years. Following his retirement from UWM, Baker joined the CUW faculty as an adjunct instructor within the graduate art education program. One of his main interests has always been in art education and the purpose of drawing, especially how children learn how to draw. To read more about this incredible gift, click here.
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Join us for Dr. James Freese's retirement celebration
April 23
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On Saturday, April 23, at 3:30 pm, all are invited to gather in CUW’s Chapel of Christ Triumphant for a special organ recital celebrating the career of Dr. James Freese. After 22 years of teaching, mentoring, ministering, and playing the organ at Concordia University Wisconsin, Freese is calling it a career. This event will feature an organ recital performed by CUW music alumni: Lindsey Fuguill, Silas Hasselbrook, Joseph Meador, and Charlie Russel. This is a FREE event! Click here to learn more and get the livestream link.
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Join us for CUW Alumni Game Day with the Milwaukee Admirals!
April 24
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Enjoy an afternoon of hockey with your family and fellow CUW alumni on April 24. It's also Fan Appreciation Day! You’ll have the opportunity to win prizes all day long, from Admirals goodie bags, to Saz’s gift cards. But the fun doesn’t stop there! You will also receive a special Admirals-themed bobblehead of someone you just might recognize, along with CUW swag. We look forward to seeing you at the game! Take a look at the details below. Register by clicking here no later than April 21.
Who: CUW alumni and up to 5 of your friends (tickets limited to 6 per individual)
What: Alumni Game Day with the Milwaukee Admirals
When: Sunday, April 24; the puck drops at 3 pm
Cost: $20 per ticket
Deadline to register: April 21
Check-in: Outside of section 212 in the concourse to pick up your alumni swag and bobblehead
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Mark your calendars for graduation
May 13 and 14
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It's that time of year again when we welcome new alumni to the group. Whether you have someone in your family who is graduating, or you want to volunteer to help that weekend, or you are just curious about the details, we thought we would share this link with you. If you would like to help out on graduation weekend or want to find out what that is all about, contact Greg Witto, our director of Alumni and Parent Relations, via phone at 262-243-4544 or by email. |
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Thank you for joining us at the Bucks game |
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We enjoyed spending time with all those who attended the recent Bucks game and social on March 22. We are pleased that 135 alumni and friends joined us for the Bucks vs. Bulls game at Fiserv Forum, and more than 100 joined us for the pre-social at The Wisconsin Club. To take a look at the photo album on Facebook, click here.
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Chief justice speaks at CUW Leadership Series
May 20
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Join us in person May 20 for our next Leadership Series, featuring Chief Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler, Wisconsin Supreme Court. Concordia's Leadership Series is a signature, semi-annual event that exists to recognize and encourage ethical leadership principles and provide networking opportunities for business and community leaders to come together in a dynamic, Christian, higher education environment. To learn more and RSVP by May 11, click here.
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CUW named Top 10 Military Friendly® School for 2022-23 |
Congratulations to the CUW Veteran Services Department and all who make our school so welcoming to military veterans and active-duty personnel. The department gets a well-deserved promotion for the 2022-23 academic year, moving from Silver status to Gold in the Military Friendly® Schools, as well as a “Top 10 School” designation to join the truly elite. More than just a gratifying honor, this sought-after designation represents the results of a true team effort to serve those who serve our country here at CUW. To learn more, click here.
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You're invited to the Economics, Politics and Philosophy
on the Bluff Speaker Series
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Join us for either or both of these remaining speakers at the Robert Plaster Collaboratorium :
- April 11, 11:30 am: Dr. Robert Lawson, "Economic Freedom and the Wealth and Health of Nations"
- April 20, 6 pm: Johan Norberg, "How Openness and Free Enterprise Created the Modern World"
For more information and to access the speaker bios for these free events, click here.
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Spring sports
starting on campus
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Come on out and cheer on your fellow Falcons as they play out on the field. Click here to catch up on the games and see a schedule for future games. |
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There will be several opportunities for you to return to campus to celebrate music and our student performers. Check our events calendar for more details, including livestream links.
- April 9 - Instrumental Weekend
- April 24 - Civic Chorale Spring Concert
- April 30 - CUW Handbells Spring Ring
- May 1 - Selah and Chapel Choir Spring Concert
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Upcoming In-Person and Virtual Events |
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Michelle "Mickie" Wagner
Senior Director of Alumni
& Parent Relations
12800 N Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI 53097
262-243-2008

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Greg Witto
Director of Alumni & Parent Relations
12800 N Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI 53097
262-243-4544
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