A night out at a Chinooks game with friends and fellow alumni are opportunities we bring back this summer. |
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"And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near."
-- Hebrews 10:24-25
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It’s more than a game. Since summer is almost here, and my family is into baseball, we initiated the season by attending a Brewers game at American Family Field on Memorial Day.
It was great to be out in the crowd, surrounded by happy fans; most of them eager to talk baseball, summer time, life… well just about everyone in my section seemed eager to talk about anything. I couldn’t help but notice all the conversations going on. We had a fun time together, visited with others, cheered for our team and enjoyed the festive mood. It reminded me of Hebrews 10:25, which implores us to “…NOT give up meeting together, …but let us encourage one another, all the more…”
I know this is a little different context, but I will say that my ballpark experience was most encouraging. It was like a big baseball reunion! It’s a good reminder for us to encourage one another and a reminder of how encouraging meeting together can be.
Recently, many of us were encouraged through the annual Leadership Series where more than 200 people gathered together on campus and another 100+ gathered virtually to hear President Ferry. Our 50th reunion committees of the JC class of ‘70 and ‘71 reconvened, we have scheduled Alumni baseball events for the months ahead and campus tours are a regular occurrence again.
As your summertime begins, I hope you have opportunities to gather with others again and perhaps you may be able to join an event or two with Concordia. We hope to see you soon.
God’s peace be yours,
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Greg Witto '94
Director of Alumni and Parent Relations
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Thank you for your part in Dr. Ferry's legacy |
During the past 24 years, Dr. Pat Ferry's faithful leadership and unwavering commitment to our mission has never been in doubt. He has left quite a legacy at Concordia. But, as he says, no one ever walks alone. Thank you to all of you who have walked alongside Dr. Ferry and Concordia, contributing and supporting in your own way. You helped make the difference, and for that we cannot thank you enough. During this time of transition, we ask that you please continue to walk with us. |
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Help us celebrate President Ferry's 30 years at CUW |
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June is the final month of Patrick Ferry's presidency at CUWAA. Share a moment, a photo, a word of encouragement, or appreciation to our beloved President Ferry here.
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Join us for a day with the Mallards
June 25
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We hope to see you and your families at the Concordia University Night at the Duck Pond on Friday, June 25, in Madison, WI! Tickets are $25 per person and include unlimited ballpark food and soft drinks as well as three tabs good for draught beer, spiked seltzers, wine, or kid zones games. First pitch is at 6:35 pm CST; gates open at 5:30 pm. RSVP no later than June 18. For more information, click here.
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Take me out to the Chinooks game! |
Summer brings us baseball and an opportunity to do some game watching with our fellow alumni at Kapco Park on campus. Please see the following list of scheduled game nights for alumni and their families. Mark your calendar and click on the links for more information.
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Sponsor Concordia’s President’s Golf Classic |
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The President's Golf Classic will take place this year on Monday, September 20, at the West Bend Country Club. This enjoyable day of golf and networking, which provides student scholarship support, typically sells out. Currently we are seeking sponsors for our event. Click here to claim your opportunity. Online golf registration opens July 7 with a special discount rate for alumni. When open, an email with the registration link will be sent, or you can visit our event page.
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Concordia hosts cooking classes open to the community |
We are turning up the heat here at CUW by offering summer cooking classes in our state-of-the-art kitchen! Click here to take a look at the classes being offered. This is one example of a continuing education class Concordia offers on the new CE website.
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CUWAA Presidential Search Committee calls for nominees |
The Presidential Search Committee of Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor (CUWAA) invites nominations of candidates in its search for Concordia’s 9th president. The bylaws of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) prescribe this process and establish the critical functions and necessary qualifications for university presidents. Click here to learn more about those qualifications and/or to nominate a candidate.
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CUW alumni business pitch contest |
Have a great idea for a new business? Here’s your chance! Put together a 250-word executive summary explaining your business concept and bring it to the Batterman School of Business Chinooks game outing on August 5 at 6:35 pm. CU Ventures staff will be at the game to go over the various ways Concordia can assist you with your business concept and answer any questions you may have. All concepts submitted that night will be eligible for a prize drawing during the 7th inning stretch. The top three concepts submitted will receive an Alumni Startup Entrepreneur Package valued at $1,000, to help make your concept a reality. This is a great opportunity to start that business of your dreams. To register for the game, and participate in this opportunity, click here. For more information about the pitch contest, please contact Dr. Dan Sem at 262-243-2778.
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In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
Leadership Series features Dr. Patrick Ferry
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President Ferry's final public presentation can be summed up in one word: iconic. Did you miss the livestream? Watch it again here!
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Meet alumna Margaret Rios, who overcame obstacles
to earn her pharmacy degree
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Recent PharmD graduate Margaret Rios embodies what it means to be a Concordian. She serves community and family, shows determination, and works hard toward her career calling.
Rios resiliently paved her uncommon path toward becoming a pharmacist through a variety of commitments during her 8-year journey. She is now Concordia University School of Pharmacy graduate, Margaret Rios, PharmD. Rios is ready for the next chapter, but rightfully looks back on her journey with a strong sense of personal achievement and hard-earned success. Click here to read more.
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What's that you say? I have a hearing issue? |
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CUW's Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic
will offer community member sessions throughout the summer to test hearing. These sessions were started as a way to let students get practicum time on real patients, but have the added benefit of offering a valuable service to members of the Concordia community. To learn more, click here.
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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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