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New General Education System

Concord University has a reputation for two important things: low class sizes and a strong academic criterion. Concord offers a strong, traditional liberal arts education to its students. Now, there is a movement to change the way academics are handled in the state. As a result, Concord will soon change […]

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Problems For Asian Students: Part 2

Q: Hi, Hyeji. Would you introduce yourself? A: HI, I’m from Bucheon city ( near Seoul ), South Korea. And I am an exchange student. I’m from Kangwon National University. I stay here for 1 year. My major is English Language & Literature and I want to be an English […]

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Mountain Lion Marching Band Gears up for the Upcoming Season

Many people look forward to the upcoming fall football season, but people can also look forward to hearing and seeing the Mountain Lion Marching Band performances.     The band has 23 members this year, and while it is a small group they can really rock the field. The Mountain Lion […]

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Why Go Greek: Fraternities

Thinking about going Greek? Although it may not be for everyone, it’s never a bad idea to meet new people and see if Greek organizations are something you are interested in now, or in the future. When talking to every national and local fraternity on campus, we made sure to […]

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Student-Made Film to Premiere in Early September

Concord University students have many talents. There are writers, actors, musicians, athletes, artists, and numerous other talented individuals always showcasing their skills for their peers through shows and exhibitions on campus. Now, a Concord filmmaker is about to put his skills on display with a showing of a fully […]

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Student-Made Film to Premiere in Early September

Concord University students have many talents. There are writers, actors, musicians, athletes, artists, and numerous other talented individuals always showcasing their skills for their peers through shows and exhibitions on campus. Now, a Concord filmmaker is about to put his skills on display with a showing of a fully […]

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International Students Speak on the Importance of Learning Languages

Learning a new language can change your life. Nobody can tell you this better than international students. “This summer I was interning in New York City and working with the United Nations” says Catherina Santos, an international student from Brazil. “There I met two guys. One was deaf and the […]

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App for Prospective Students

For about two months now, a colorful and user-friendly Concord University Admission application for Android and iOS has been available for download. “The idea to create an app came about six months ago”, says Sarah Wambe, the Director of Admissions here at Concord University. Concord students were looking for a […]

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Concord Celebrates Earth Day

Earth Day. A day meant for people to focus on the appreciation and preservation of our world and the environment that we live in and, if you’re a student here at Concord, a chance to try and make a small difference and give something back. The idea for a dedicated […]

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Conflict Resolution

Communication is an integral part of everyday life. We rely on communication to gain information, knowledge, express opinions, ideas, and much more. Clear communication is important, because without it, conflict can arise. When conflict surfaces, there are many things to consider in order to handle the situation in a respectful, […]