Hey, Cobbers! There are THOUSANDS of Concordia alumni, parents, and friends cheering you on as you begin the semester. They believe in you and even give generously to help provide the scholarships and support that make your experience possible. You are part of a lifelong community of Cobbers! Below are messages of encouragement from your Concordia network. Have a great start to your year!
MESSAGES FROM ALUMNI AND FRIENDS:
You never know how the person you meet, the activity you try, the stretch outside your comfort zone, the professor you have, the travel you get to do, will impact you in the future. TAKE CHANCES! Do it if it interests you! Concordia is the safest space to try something you never thought you would. Enjoy the adventure, and make sure you have FUN. -
May your Concordia journey be full of curiosity, wonder, learning, and lifelong friendships. Embrace the full college experience and know you’ve made a great choice to join the amazing Concordia family! - Lisa (Swanson) West
Good luck! You all will do great! Study hard and have lots of fun. The time goes so quickly, and you’ll make some of the best memories. -
Greetings from Wisconsin and best wishes for a fabulous year at Concordia. This is such a special and important time in your life. I hope you soak it all in and eventually look back on it with as much love and happiness as I still do, over 40 years later. -
With all the excitement going on around you, remember to breathe deeply. Reflect and take time to notice how you are feeling. Life lessons pass us by when we forget to simply listen to and observe what is going on around us. -
Here’s to a great year. When your heart speaks, take good notes. -
Make the year ahead YOUR year -- the memories will last you a lifetime! Work hard, play hard, and make amazing relationships! -
Dear Cobbers, if you feel like you don't know what you're doing, that everything is new and a wee bit terrifying, congratulations! You are trying something completely new! That's super brave! You're not supposed to know how to do it yet! Whether you're a new freshman or a new senior, you are NEW at it. Cut yourself some slack! And then, talk to the person you're nervous about talking to. I promise you, everyone else is feeling that fear too. Speak up in class. Others have the same question you do but are scared to look dumb. You won't look dumb. You'll look curious. You'll make LOTs of mistakes. So will everyone around you. It's supernormal. You've got this!! Yours, Sara Dovre Wudali
Hello Cobbers, As you explore the many options of careers out there, please consider Nursing! The variety of jobs is endless, and you can live anywhere! In ten plus years, I’ve never been bored or short on hours! -
Hey, Cobbers, I remember how excited I was coming to Concordia. I want you to know that you will grow so much at CC. You will make friends for life and be prepared to do whatever you choose in life. I look forward to celebrating Homecoming at Concordia as I return to reconnect with classmates from the class of 72. Go Cobbers! -
You have chosen a great college! I am a ‘80 graduate. CC was great then and now! Have a great year of discovery! -
Congratulations! You just began some of the most important years of your life. But don't let that worry you.... they are also some of the most fun. My one piece of advice, take advantage of all the things. Go on that trip abroad. Join a club. Attend homecoming with friends. These are the experiences that you will cherish forever. You got this! -
Hello new Cobbers! As you begin your journey as freshmen, please be sure you make time to enjoy all the great things you are going to experience and learn. The next four years will go faster than you can imagine and the memories you make in college will be something you will never forget. Appreciate your time as a student and soak up all the great things Concordia has to offer. Look towards tomorrow but be sure to slow down and appreciate today! Soli Deo Gloria! -
You are a Cobber! Everyone will tell you that college is one of the best and most formative times of your life. I graduated in 2002, and I can tell you that they were right. But it's so much better to experience what that means, and just know that at times it's going to be hard. You'll be tired. And maybe homesick. You'll make new friends, maybe lose touch with others. And that is all okay! My four years at Concordia were fundamental to helping me adjust and thrive to life - the good and difficult - after graduation. My best friend and I were in the same orientation club and just last week she sent a random text that made me laugh out loud. You'll meet people that will be there for you, and will make you laugh, and will help you learn about life. I'm 42 and still learning so much - but it seems like just yesterday when I was a Cobber freshman. Enjoy your time, study hard (!), and have a lot of fun along the way! We are cheering for you! -
You've chosen a fantastic college for getting a broad education, sensitive look at the world you will embark upon, and making lifelong friends. Grab the gusto of so many people who share your values and dreams for the future! You will always be proud you chose Concordia~ Sherry Loken Aycock
You got this!! Treasure all the fun times, and the challenging things you’ll dive into during your time. There are so many opportunities to meet amazing students, faculty, members of your community and beyond out into the big world. Congratulations on getting to where you are now and enjoy your journey!! -
Welcome to campus and to the community of Moorhead. We are so glad you are here and look forward to seeing you use your gifts! Know that you are supported by many people cheering you on! - Sue Ellingson
Sometimes you just know it’s time for a new beginning. You will always be grateful you’ve chosen Concordia for that special time in your life. Transition is tough but love and support surround you.
Congratulations! You’re starting the process of discovering more about your chosen field, meeting new people, and forming life-long memories. You may be excited, nervous, confident, scared, or a mix of these things. Take with you the encouragement that you can do hard things, make sure to carve time for the things you enjoy! The world waits for your brand of passion and care. I wish you Godspeed in the years ahead! -
Wishing you incredible success at Concordia! I am sure it will challenge you in ways that you never knew and be tougher in many areas, especially academics! But hang in there! You’ll adjust and rise to the challenge. And these will be the best years of your life! They go so fast. Enjoy every second! Cherish all the friendships you make! Many will become like family and be lifelong! All the best to you! - Maria DeBoer
Congrats on starting a great year! I pray you will thoughtfully consider the affairs of today and make it a mission to make a difference in the lives of those around you; you may find it makes a difference for you as well. Soli Deo Gloria! -
Congratulations! You are on a path to success. The depth of which you won't fully realize for perhaps ten to twenty years. ENJOY every step of the way! Here's wishing you joy, success, and FUN! -
Best wishes as you begin your college education at Concordia! The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7. In all your learning, remember to seek God and all his wisdom found in his word. Jesus will never fail you. Have a great year!!! Elysia Larson
Enjoy every moment of your first year at Concordia and take advantage of all they offer. Two sons, a daughter in law, 5 grandchildren and 1 wife of a grandson have all attended Concordia. I cannot think of a finer beginning to not only the college year but a life continuing to make a difference in the world. Go Cobbers. To God alone be the glory. - Mary Hovland
Go Cobbers, Enjoy your years! -
As this new school year starts, I have many fond thoughts of my four years at Concordia. I am certain you will find your time at Concordia some of the best and most important of your life. Best wishes for a fantastic 2023-24 school year! -
Take every day one step at a time. If you struggle reach out to friends, family, or the support at Conco! Everyone at Conco wants you to succeed and will do their best to help! -
Good luck, Cobbers, and God bless you as you begin this new school year! -
Have an amazing year, Cobber Friends! The memories and friendships you make will be cherished for a lifetime! Take it all in... Soli Deo Gloria ~
Greetings fellow Cobbers! I clearly remember my first day on campus in the fall of 1975 and how exciting it was to start that college journey! You have arrived at a terrific school, and I wish you the very best as you get started with your education! You are part of a proud tradition! Soli Deo Gloria! -
Everything is new again with the start of the school year. A chance to be yourself and grow into something even better. I know it’s hard to be away from all that is familiar, but Concordia will become a part of you and it will become your second home. Give it time. It will be worth it. -
We wish you the best as you transition to college--rise to the challenges and thrive! -
Best of luck to each and every one of you on your journey! Try new things and have fun! Roll cobs!! - Emma Detloff
Best wishes to the class of 2027! - Mo Elvin
Greetings new Cobbers!
You may have occasion to feel like you are all alone.........or "this has never happened before"..........Well, you are not alone and whatever you are feeling is not new.........someone else has the same feelings or has "been there or done that". Reach out - there is always help and always hope! Love yourself and your life and have a super year!! -
Welcome to Concordia! What an exciting time! Enjoy every minute, take risks, say yes to new things, and explore new ideas. It goes by fast! And if you graduate and still don’t know what you want to be when you grow up, that's okay! I’m still figuring that out too, as a mom of 3 now. You are loved and valued, friend! Go Cobbs! -
Have a wonderful year. Stay safe and spread joy. -
You've got this! Roll Cobbs! -
Have a GREAT year and enjoy learning and growing as your future awaits you! -
Concordia has so much to offer! Please remain open to transformational experiences. I find a connection back to our joint mission on a daily basis. Sending all kinds of good energy your way. - Heather Servaty-Seib
The class of 1970 also graduated during tumultuous times. I remember those times well. Enjoy your time there. You are only young and foolish once. And I recommend retirement saving as early as possible, even if only $10 per pay period. -
Welcome to the Cobber family! I am delighted for each of you that you have chosen Concordia Moorhead as your home. Over the next few years you will make lasting friendships, learn new ideas, challenge old assumptions and become a critical thinker. There is a lot of change underway but you have made the right decision by choosing Concordia for your college education. There will be tough days. Reach out for help on those days. There will be fun days. Capture those memories in your heart to replay in the years to come. And remember above all else: you have got this! - Karoline
Enjoy the present while preparing for the future...be all you can be. Embrace the academic challenge. Learn to be broad thinkers. Prepare for the work force that awaits you. You have what it takes. Embrace it! Give it everything you have. And you will get everything you give. - Angie Smolke
I encourage you to maximize your learning experiences at Concordia! It’s a special place where you’ll be accepted and challenged! -
Make the most of your time as a cobber! I owe so much to the things I learned at Concordia College. Get involved in any way that you can, go to events, take classes you'd never think to take, that is what will make your time here incredible. -
I am so glad that you chose Concordia! It is a great school that has so much to offer. And, I know that you have much to offer CC as well. Have a wonderful year! -
A teacher tip: re-read the text when you don't understand it. You got this!! -
Best of luck in the coming year! Hope you enjoy the friends, learning, connections, and experiences. The memories will love for a lifetime. -
So glad you're part of the Cobber community! Do your best and don't be afraid to ask for help. Every member of campus is there for you. Meet everyone you can! Those connections can last forever, and you don't even realize right now how AMAZING it can be for your future. -
Hey! You can do it. Take every opportunity that you will have here at Concordia, and you will be prepared for your future -
Best wishes for a successful school year! -
Go out and be great!! The world is your oyster! -
I hope you enjoy your college experience and make some lifelong friends! We are so happy to become a part of the Cobber family! -
Best wishes from Wisconsin for a fabulous year. Your hopes and expectations are high. Remember to be kind to yourself as well as others and take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities Concordia offers. You will find your path and your place in this world! -
Hi, dear students! We are so glad you are at Concordia, and we trust that your time at the college and beyond will be meaningful, joyful, purposeful, and richly blessed. -
We are so proud of you and know that this first semester will have many high points and some low points. Know that we care about you, the entire community at Concordia cares. Remember to reach out to someone when they are missing home, or you are! Best of luck, you got this dear Cobber! -
Welcome to Concordia! I hope you are feeling excited for your Cobber Experience! It is also okay to be nervous. Listen to your body, breathe, and try new things! Concordia is here to support you! -
Happy First Day Cobbers!! Sending you love, encouragement, and sunshine from Phoenix, Arizona. -
You’re part of great college community. Make the most of it with your unique contribution! -
As you start this new year, I wish you the best. Even though I graduated 30 years ago, I remember the feelings of excitement, joy and anticipation starting at Concordia!! Enjoy your time there, make friends, study hard and keep on that journey towards the rest of your life. -
Best of luck to all of you!! -
Best of luck as you start this academic year! My best advice, if everything seems overwhelming, is to try to see the big picture: go somewhere or do something that helps you forget the immediate stressors about classwork or friends or money, and think of the big sweep of your time at college. You'll remember the friends that ended up becoming best friends, the things you learned in the classes, and the way your experience launched you into a career with critical thinking skills and care for all the world, not particular assignments, grades, or worries (not to say they aren't valid!) I hope your time at Concordia is fulfilling and unforgettable, and there are many people there - staff and fellow students - who will support you when it is confusing or difficult. -
Show yourself and others grace! -
Welcome to Concordia! You couldn't have picked a better college to call your home! You made it through the beanie phase...now onto the learning. Concordia is a very special place; the people are so warm and friendly. Remember to give yourself some study breaks. I hope you have an amazing first year at Concordia!! -
Have a great year! You are loved and there are so many people cheering for you! And if you need it, we are ready to help you through the tough spots, too. Don’t be afraid to reach out or lean on those who love you. -
You are going to do amazing things this year! Keep your head up high when things get tough and power through it! You are amazing and can get through everything! -
We believe in you! Concordia students are awesome! Have a terrific year! -
As a 1979 graduate of Concordia College, I want to wish you the very best on the start of the new school year! Embrace the challenges you will encounter and enjoy the process! You are at an excellent institution with a long track record. -
Step out and take advantage of opportunities and challenges. Be your own best self. -
Concordia opened the world to me and I hope it does that and more for you. -
Enjoy each day! Know that each day is setting you up for success in life. Make the time to establish connections, add value to others, and seek value to add to your day. Breathe. Smile. When you need assistance, expand the team. You are never alone. We can't wait to see you walk across that stage with a Cobber diploma in hand! -
Learn, of course, but try everything. My son had a tough first semester, but he tried everything. He went to Grocery bag bingo and any dorm activities. He went to openings and showings of art and music. He tried some music groups and talked to all. When he came home at the holidays, he loved Concordia. He had made friends and done many new activities. He became a DJ on Cobber Radio. On another note, my son, from CA, went to college alone. He had no friends that came with him, and he found friends with international students, many of whom were brave enough to go to college alone. So be the person who talks to the student sitting alone or invites them to sit next to you in class. You may make a huge difference and they may make a difference in you. Every day is a great day to be a Cobber. Enjoy, learn, and call or text your family. -
I wish I had realized how special the college years were while I was living them! Make the most of your youth. Go to the extra things offered on campus, such as lectures, concerts, speakers, etc. Join campus clubs. Concordia has such a rich environment to make friends and experience so much. Make the most of it while you are there. -
Blessings to you all as you begin/continue your Concordia years. -
Have a great year Cobbers! Many wonderful memories will be made! -
Hey Cobbers! Good luck with your first day of school! You’ve got this! It may feel overwhelming or exciting or a little bit of both! Remember that you have a whole community of support to help you when you need it, whether it is academic or social. Take care of yourselves and each other! -
Have THE BEST year ever!!!! Roll Cobbers!!!! -
Looking forward to a fantastic year for all! I especially look forward to football season. -
Enjoy every moment, the good times and the bad times. These days at Concordia will be the foundation of your adulthood. And it's a great place. Enjoy. -
Enjoy this time of your life so much! In 20 years, you won't remember the grade you got on that paper. Academics is important, but you will remember the people you met, the relationships you fostered, and the time spent investing in yourself. Whether you are a first-year student or about to be "sent forth," you are part of a big Cobber family, and we are all rooting for you. (Oh, and before you ask your professor...check your syllabus! :-)) Have a fantastic year! -
Hoping this year will be a wonderful one for all of you filled with stimulating classes, good friends and an appreciation for your great college choice. -
Welcome to what we believe to be the greatest campus in the United States of America!
My wife, Heidi and I wish for all of you a terrific year as you venture into community life there! Based on our time there over 40 years ago, our friendships created there still remain steadfast and strong today!
Remember, we cannot become what we want to be by remaining what we are. Let those doors open up for you and take it all in! Enjoy every moment! - John and Heidi Parkes, Bozeman, Montana
Have a great year everyone! - Heather Zollman
Have a great and memorable year! -
For all you new Cobbers from far away, from former Kansan . . . The winters are long in MN but spring is magical and your Concordia community will see you through. Join activities of interest to you to find your forever friends. Work hard but stay balanced and enjoy the ride! -
Welcome Home! I hope you have such a fun, fulfilling year at Concordia. Without getting too sappy, Concordia truly is a special place filled with amazing people. Savor the time you have there and have fun. Do everything in moderation, including moderation. Know that tens of thousands of former Cobbers are thinking of you this year and wish you nothing but the best. - Zach Strickland '22
Welcome to campus Cobber Frosh! Do not wear your lanyard out on campus: keys and fobs belong in pockets! -
Welcome to Concordia! I absolutely loved my 4 years there and hope that you have an amazing experience as well. Enjoy every moment and have a great school year! Sending love and sunshine from Florida! -
GO get em, people. Find your passion, chase your passion. Change your mind. And have some fun! -
I can feel your excitement from 250 miles away! Hope you make new friends, renew old friendships, and settle down for new learning adventures! -
We are so glad you are here! You add so much to our Fargo/Moorhead community! We are cheering you on in all your endeavors! -
Let Concordia treat you like a family. Open your hearts to this great school and enjoy your experience on your new journey. Blessings -
May God show up in fresh new ways to you this year; remember, we never "arrive" fully, there is always more to learn! -
I hope you'll come to know Concordia is a special place! Make memories! -
Have a great first week of class! The things you learn and the friendships you make this year will be with you in years to come. First and foremost, remember that you are a child of God, and God will be with you through the highs and lows and in between. God bless! -
Welcome home. Cobbers! We're so glad you're here! Have a great year - study hard, enjoy time with friends, get involved. Remember, everyone here at Concordia wants you to succeed. -
Welcome Cobber to a year of many possibilities! I hope you enjoy it all from sleepless nights, to making new friends, to planning your future. This is a time to try new good things and maybe step out of your comfort zone. I have many fond memories of being a Cobber and loved all the people I met there, roommates, classmates, and professors. Take it all in, pace yourself, and make sure your mistakes are not life altering. Enjoy and learn to always give back, make this world a better place! -
Enjoy your time at Concordia! I remember my first day. But oh, how I met people who became lifelong friends. -
Enjoy all the year has to offer and just solve the problems. Enjoy the ride! -
Have a great year, Cobbers! -
Roll Cobbs! -
We believe in you Cobbers! Be patient, diligent, persevere, thankful and know you are not alone in this journey. We are praying for you! May God bless you always! -
Cobberville is the best place on earth! Lean into these years and enjoy them to the fullest! You will remember them for the rest of your life!!! -
You are beloved of God, held in the care of community, and enough just as you are. May these next years be life changing and life shaping! -
Happy first day of school! Concordia is an amazing place- I met my 2 best friends and husband there. My time at Concordia prepared me well for medical school and made me who I am today. Enjoy every minute. -
Have a great year Cobbers! -
Have a wonderful year! -
Have a great year everyone! -
Remember YOU! Engage, grow & find joy in your journey. You are loved. -
Keep the door to your dorm propped open this weekend and keep meeting new people! Challenge yourself and try a new activity or two. Also be willing to ask for help. You are ready for this, and you will succeed! -
Stop and look at Prexy's Pond. I am here. I CAN do this! I WILL do this! -
Your future is bright. This week is the beginning of the start of a very great year. We parents and alumni have your back. Prayers for the good and the rough days. You got this!! -
Have a great year Cobbers! Have fun! Be safe! Make good choices! Try something new! Make great memories! -
Go forth with a growth mindset, a positive attitude, determination, & a smile on your face. You’ve got this! -
Attending Concordia was one of THE best decisions I've made in life. In four short years, I formed life-long friendships and bonds, learned an incredible amount about myself and the world around me, and had an absolute blast! Take it all in. Take time for yourself. And lean on others for support and help. These may be remembered as the best years of your life! -
Welcome to the campus of CC! I hope that you find the coming years to be as meaningful and life-changing for you as they were for me. A chance to grow intellectually, relationally, professionally, and spiritually. Also, a place to develop some friendships that could easily last a lifetime. Blessings on your life, your studies, and the whole Cobber community! -
Enjoy this year and all of the opportunities it brings! -
Drink water, get sleep, go to class. You got this! - Hayley Bouressa
Best wishes as you start a new semester! It may be difficult to imagine now, but your hard work now will open up doors for you in the future. Work hard, and also enjoy your days on campus and the relationships you're forming there. You'll never regret it! - Debra (Kramer) Geiger, Class of '91
Enjoy every moment! Meet people with an open mind and a kind heart. Your heart! Open your mind to change and differences from your norm. You’ll grow and change into a person who is ready to go out and make a difference in this world! Take advantage of all that CC offers while you are there! -
Hope you have a great year!! - Linda Bjornstad
The beginning of the school year was always my favorite part and Concordia made it even better. I remember meeting new friends from classes that I was in and they are some of my best friends today. Don’t be afraid to branch out and always remember to have fun. Also, if you don’t know who the chocolate man is, ask an upper classman. -
Hello Cobbers!! Wishing you a year filled with lots of learning, connecting, and growing. Know that your friends, family, and professors are here and willing to help, do not be afraid to ask for what you need!! It’s going to be an incredible year and you are going to do great things!
#rollcobbs -
Hi! I hope you find a home at Concordia! I hope you come to love it there. I was a faculty member for 30 years and I've been retired for seven years. Every fall I wish I could still go back! Take your education seriously with a light heart! Do ask for help. There are lots of folks just waiting to help with all kinds of questions and problems. Make friends! Enjoy activities. Do the reading and please go to your classes. Take care of yourself, dear Cobber. If you need me, I'm here and only five houses away from campus. My email is: smart@cord.edu -
Enjoy the year ahead! Go Cobbers! -
Congratulations on becoming part of the Cobber family! Best of luck this year! Make it a great year! -
Enjoy the journey and have a great year! The world needs what you got! - Anita Trutwin
Welcome to Cobber life. It’s exciting, challenging, and different from what you are used to. Especially for international students if there are any among you. However, give yourself time to adjust, take it a day at a time, study hard, and give it your best. It's your time to explore who you are and a beginning to being an adult. Stay positive, deal with the cultural shock, study not only your books but learn to tolerate others and know your friends. Get involved as much as possible. This is your time, make good use of it and be proud of yourselves. You are here because you deserve it and here to do even more. God bless and give you strength and wisdom for this journey you just started. -
You are at a great college at Concordia! Have a good year of learning, growing, and relationships! - Miriam M.K. Bunge ‘80
Work hard. Have fun. Make it your best year yet!! -
Best of luck this year! -
Best wishes to you in your upcoming year as a Cobber!! I have fond memories of being a Cobber and cheering our friends on to victory! -
Welcome to the Cobber Community! I won't lie to you and tell you that the next four years of your life will be completely without struggle, but I will say that it will be a section of your life that you refer to as the most formative period for you. You will make friendship(s) that will hopefully last the rest of your life. You will be challenged to grow. You will learn things about yourself and the world around you that you hadn't known before. Your worldview will expand, and you will connect with people who will challenge and affirm your ways of thinking. Here's some advice to help get you through:
- Don't expect to have it all figured out by the end of your first year. Every year will bring with it new changes, challenges, and opportunities.
- Grab ahold of each and every opportunity to experience something new or different that you might never have a chance to do again. Study abroad, attend a spring break trip, volunteer, have conversations with your professors, network with Alumni, take a class you never thought you would. You never know where any of it might take you.
- Remember that everyone around you is there to help support your growth and learning. Don't be afraid to talk to your professors about the things related to and outside of class. Talk to your RA if you're having a rough go of it. Take advantage of your Hall Directors open office hours. Go and visit the counseling center. Talk to Kathryn and Elijah in Student Involvement. Visit the career center. Chat with folx in the office of ministry. These networks of support are built FOR YOU. And they want you to take advantage of them. Even if it seems like a scary thing the first time you do so, I promise you won't be disappointed.
- Most important of all, trust yourself. Listen to the voice inside that is telling you to do or not do something. If your major doesn't feel right, change it - you are the person who will have to live with this decision for the rest of your life. No one else. If the people you are around don't feel like they fit or fill you up, it might be time to look for new company. If a situation doesn't feel right, leave. The biggest thing you can do for yourself in the next four year is develop, listen to, and trust your intuition. It will keep you safe, it will tell you who and what to trust, and it will help you thrive for the next four years.
Today is the beginning of the rest of your life. It may feel scary or daunting. But remember that you will never be alone in the next four years if you don't want to be. You can do it, and you don't have to do it alone. -
Welcome to Concordia and welcome to the family of Cobbers! Attending Concordia was one of the best decisions that I have made in my life. I was a first-generation student, and Concordia provided me with an exceptional liberal arts education that gave me a strong foundation of skills that I have continually pulled from throughout my life. My classes, my student employment as a marketing manager in the theater department, and the joy of spending MANY hours in the theater provided me with the communication, critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and writing skills that I use on a daily basis. I also have the most cherished friendships from my time at Concordia. My wish for you is that you spread your wings and fly while at Concordia! Try a new class that challenges you. Study abroad. Join an organization or club on campus that fills your soul, brings you joy, and gives you purpose. Take time to enjoy hanging out with your awesome group of friends! Remember to reach out to the resources on campus when life gets a bit overwhelming. Your Cobber community is cheering you on and wishing you success--both on campus and from around the globe! I wish you the very best now and in your future endeavors! -
Have a great time of learning and fun at Concordia. I am proud to be a Cobber! -
Welcome, welcome - from someone who feels a little like a new first-year student herself! I'm starting back at Concordia as one of your favorite librarians after being away from the Carl B. for almost 10 years. Because I worked here before (1991-2014) I can tell you that your decision to join the Concordia clan was a really smart one. This is *such* a good place. Your professors, librarians, staff and all of the people you come into contact with here really do care about you and your success. So, my one piece of advice is that you make the most of the relationships you can develop here. Stop by your professor's office just to say "hi." Drop by the library and ask a librarian a question. Visit a student support office and get to know what opportunities are available to you. We are all eager to get to know you! Good luck and as always, roll Cobbs! -
Good luck! College is an experience that you will never forget. I loved all four years of my college career and I pray you will too! -
You've got this, and even if it feels like you don't, reach out! There is always a cobber who is willing to help another cobber! -
Even after several decades of not being involved with the first days of classes, I feel the excitement, the anticipation, the high hopes. Hopefully, you will successfully balance your workload with the social opportunities that are unlike any you will have again. Keep that first day's excitement and have a wonderful year! - Sheryl (Wrmager) Engan
Go get em, Cobbers! You give us hope for a bright future. This is your time! -
Make yourself a part of the Concordia community. Get involved and enjoy your time at a place that values you and will give you a great education. - Layne Danielson
Welcome to Concordia! It is a wonderful home to Cobbers! Embrace it! Concordia is an experience that shapes you for the rest of your lives. Cheers to you! Roll Cobbs! -
Enjoy every moment, stay positive, make new friends, ask for help, smile, breathe & remember to call home. -
Welcome to the start of your College Career!! I loved my time at Concordia starting in 1991. It felt like a long way from home in Montana, but I made some of my lifelong friends there, too. So worth it!! Having a college freshman this year myself, I have one piece of advice for you ~ Call Your Mama!! Enjoy the day, the year, and your time at Concordia College. Put in the work and effort to make the best memories! - Shawn (Reid) Kenelty '95, Soli deo Gloria!!
Welcome to the Cobber Family! You are embarking on a journey that will build a foundation for lifelong friendships, lifelong learning and a community of love and support. Take all of the opportunities you can to engage with other Cobbers, staff and faculty. You'll get out of this journey what you put into it. Reach out to alums for support, advice and mentorship. They've been where you are and would love to help you be successful. Enjoy your school year! Best wishes, Karen Olson Beenken '89
I lived in Fjelstad Hall. Fun times. Nights before tests were hard. I should have kept up with the assignments and studied more. I had a great time with friends. Good luck with your time at wonderful Concordia. -
Soak in all that college has to offer you - the good and the bad! All of it leads you to discovering who you are and what you value most in life. -
My years at Concordia were some of the best of my life! I have so many great memories of singing in the Christmas concert and I still have some of the same friends I met during college. Work hard and enjoy your time at Concordia! Soli Deo Gloria! -
Expand your horizons. Explore new paths. Keep trying! & smile at your teachers. -
Welcome to the first week of your Concordia College career! This time will be what you make of it, so take risks, be friendly and kind to other people, and above all else, be grateful for this opportunity to succeed! -
Are you ever blessed to be starting your post-high education at Concordia!! As I look back on my long career (and life) I rank my four years at Concordia as the best years of my life - the friends, the professors, the opportunities. I sang in the Concordia Choir for four years under Paul J. Christensen - and travelled to Norway in the summer of 1958. As a recent widower, I’ve reconnected with my first serious Cobber girlfriend - who has been a widow for four years. How blessed we both are and how often we talk about our love for Concordia. We’ll both be returning for Homecoming. God bless your Concordia experience! -
Soak up every moment at Concordia! It goes by so fast! Go to campus events, they are more fun than you know and a great way to make new friends! -
These four years are a time to explore, take chances, and nurture your dreams and talents. You come ready. You got this! -
Take each journey one step at a time and remember what you are working towards! Good luck and have a great year! -
Have a fabulous year! Work hard, have fun, get plugged in. Go Cobbers! -
Have a great year, Cobbers! Cherish your time at Concordia and remember to incorporate fun and self-care into your routine! -
Good luck Cobbers! Enjoy the new school year and cherish every moment because it goes by way too fast. Get involved on campus and form relationships that will stay with you even after you graduate. Roll Cobbs! - Emma Olgard
Welcome to Concordia College and the Cobber family! My husband and I are both alumni and still refer to the Concordia experience as one of the best time times of our lives. I know it will be the same for you! - Amy Benedict
Welcome! Have fun (but not too much) and work hard. You can do it! I encourage you to take any opportunities the school offers you. I traveled twice and I highly recommend it. I also had a variety of on-campus jobs and enjoyed each one. I know you’ll have a great time during your time at Concordia. Remember that if you are struggling in any way, there are resources there. You just need to seek them out. Good luck! Go Cobbers! -
Savor every moment at this special place! It's where memories and friendships you'll have for a lifetime are made. Soli Deo Gloria! -
Remember you are fearfully and wonderfully made! -
Welcome to Concordia! I hope that you have the most amazing year. I hope that your year is filled with fun, friendships, adventure, and learning. May God bless you throughout this school year! -
Perseverance & a growth mindset will take you far. Best wishes as you begin this exciting chapter in your life! Go Cobbs! -
Bonjour Cobbers! Just a quick note to wish you all "courage" this semester. It's not always easy but it's so worth it and we are here to help. I know you'll do great things. - Gay Rawson
Take the time to immerse yourself in the clubs and activities that Concordia offers. Enjoy each day. -
Good luck class of 2027 you will do great things!! -
Have a healthy, productive, and enriching year! -
Dear students. I believe in you. I am here for you. You are capable of great things. I will never give up on you. You are amazing. I care about your success remember we are in this together. -