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"In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, He made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!”
-- Philippians 2:5-8
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Our campus Christmas tree has been transformed into our Lenten cross. | |
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Dear fellow alumni,
Every year around this time, we have a Chapel series on relationships, focusing on Christ’s perfect love, and applying the Word to love and dating. There’s usually an informative (and sometimes hilarious!) Q & A session with faculty and staff panelists answering students’ questions.
It comes down to this: Christ is the foundation for all relationships, and He is the only One to get it perfect!
Paul’s relationship advice in Philippians 2:5-8 tells us to have the same mindset as Christ Jesus. Serve, love, be humble and obedient. It is impossible for us to achieve relationship perfection this side of heaven, but in Christ Jesus, we are made perfect and holy through His obedient death and resurrection for us!
We are grateful for alumni like you who pray, give, volunteer, refer and recruit for Concordia. Scroll on down for specific projects and events to keep doing just that! Need help figuring out where we could use you the most? Have some great ideas for CUAA? I’d love to hear from you!
Praying this season of Lent brings us closer to Christ, and to each other.
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Father-son trumpeting team plays through the southwest | |
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After postponing the Southwest Music Tour since March 2020, the Concordia University Ann Arbor Music department flew cross-country to share its musical skills with Lutheran schools and churches in Arizona, Nevada, and California. In addition to touring with talented student groups, CUAA alum Brian Pollatz ('87) was invited to play with the band! Read more here.
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First-ever CUAA Theater Cabaret dinner fundraiser planned
April 29
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Welcome to the Masquerade!
CUAA theatre is excited to announce its first cabaret dinner to highlight our department.
Look forward to an extravagant, masquerade-themed evening with food and theatrical entertainment, highlighting our students, their talent, and a joyous celebration of our Theatre Department’s achievements and future. Doors open at 6 pm with dinner served at 6:30 pm in the Black Box Theater.
Limited tickets are available for this experience. Grab them before they disappear.
Visit our CUAA hometown ticketing page and scroll down to find the link for cabaret dinner tickets. Thank you for supporting our theater department!
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Alumni can sponsor finals survival kits
for CUAA international students!
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The Concordia Guild, a service organization for CUAA that has been raising scholarship funds and supporting students, staff, and faculty since the 1960s, is seeking alumni to help sponsor "Survival Kits" for 17 international students on the Ann Arbor campus. The sponsorship cost of each kit is $15 and 100 percent of it will support the Concordia Guild Scholarship fund.
These gifts can make a difference in two ways. First, your thoughtfulness shares the love of Christ with international students who are far from home during finals week. They would appreciate your caring support. Second, ordering a kit also contributes to the Concordia Guild Scholarship Endowment.
Click here to give online. Choose “other” from the drop-down menu, and type “survival kits for international students” in the special instructions box. Questions? Contact the Concordia Guild at ConcordiaGuild@cuaa.edu; 734.995.7509. Thank you!
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Pictured left, from top to bottom:
- Shadine from Jamaica and Junqi from China
- Misa from Japan
- Taishin and Taisei, both from Japan
- Sara from Venezuela
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Introducing Kwesi Betserai, CUAA’s Veteran Coordinator | |
Kwesi Betserai will be responsible for working with CUAA’s veteran students and their families to guarantee they have access to tuition information and other resources. Betserai's experience will help Concorida continue investing in support services for veteran students and their families.
To learn more, click here.
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Alumni invited to attend Concordia Student Scholars Expo
May 10
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The Concordia Student Scholars Expo (CCSE) is an opportunity for Concordia University students to present culminating academic work to a wide audience in an authentic and diverse setting. Fifty-two students will be presenting from multiple CUAA academic programs. The event is free and is open to the Concordia community. We welcome any and all visitors to our event. Click here for more information.
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New scholarship for future Lutheran pastors and teachers | |
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The impact Concordia had on Thomas Schroeder and his wife, Pamela, was so strong that they have decided to support future students wanting to study at CUAA, specifically those looking to pursue a career in church work. Concordia is grateful to the Schroeders for helping us fulfill our mission. Click here to read more.
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Alumni Ambassadors
Trinity Time Registration is now open
July 23
| Pictured are Trinity Time participants from 2021. | Do you know any high school students who may be interested in learning about becoming a pastor, Lutheran school teacher, director of family life ministry, parish musician, deaconess, or director of a youth ministry? Please direct them to Trinity Time, a retreat for them to learn more about these holy vocations in which God calls Christians to serve in His church. The event is free. For more information about Trinity Time, click here. | |
Attention Class of 1973: Save the date for your 50th reunion
August 4-5
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We are excited to welcome the Class of 1973 for a two-day reunion event, Friday, August 4, and Saturday, August 5. The reunion will provide ample opportunities for free time with friends, reminiscing, and sharing. Alumni will also have the chance to tour the campus and see the changes. CLASS VOLUNTEERS needed for the reunion committee! Please contact Linda Sproul at 734.995.7491 or linda.sproul@cuaa.edu for details. Can’t wait to see you this summer!
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Share this article with a high school student and help us recruit! | | |
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As you know, at CUAA, we are dedicated to caring for our students in mind, body, and spirit. Here are some tips for future cardinals who are looking for ways to care for themselves throughout their college experience. Please share! | |
'Bye Bye Birdie' comes to the Black Box Theatre
April 14-16; 21-23
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Join Concordia Theatre for a night of entertainment with their production of the classic hit “Bye Bye Birdie.” Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses all-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful, high-energy score, plenty of great parts for teens, and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Tickets are on sale now. To order, click here.
Fun fact: This was the first musical ever performed in the Kreft Black Box Theater back in 1992!
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Final Thought from
Campus Pastor Randy Duncan
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Each morning during the school year, our campus pastor, Randy Duncan, sends out an email full of inspirational thoughts, concepts to ponder, scripture, and prayer requests. We thought we would share some of his thoughts with you each month for us to contemplate.
Final thought: Trust God. He may tell you no because He has a better yes.
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