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WVU Chemistry Graduate Program Visits Concord

Some of the members in American Chemical Society at Concord Photo Courtesy of Madison Crank  WVU Chemistry Graduate Program visited Concord University, February 8, to provide an insightful experience for students interested in the natural sciences to learn about their application process and more. Dr. Justin Legleiter, Director of Graduate […]

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Grit: Passion, Perseverance, and the Science of Success At Concord

The key component for success in almost anything is grit, according to Angela Duckworth, psychologist and a MacArthur “genius” grant winner. She recently published a book titled, Grit: Passion, Perseverance, and the Science of Success. The term applies to the idea that a crucial component for success in sports, education, […]

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Tips on How to be a Good Student

Photo Courtesy of https://blog.earlyshares.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/j0439513.jpg Let’s face it: College is tough and sometimes bad habits we start out with or develop do not make things any easier on us. Five upperclassmen who have been there, give tips on things they’ve learned that really make a difference in their education.     Josie […]

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Minor Highlights: Women and Gender Studies

Women and Gender Study minor. Photo Courtesy of concord.edu Concord University offers a wide range of majors but many students are unaware of the array of choices when it comes to the minors offered.     The Women and Gender Studies minor, currently headed by Dr. Jill Nolan, is one of […]

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Major Highlights: Social Sciences Division

Division Chair, Dr. Manzo Photo Courtesy of concord.edu The students at Concord University pride themselves on the liberal arts education the university offers. Having this type of education can strengthen intellectual ability and assist in many fields today’s workplace offers. This week, Dr. Joseph Manzo and Dr. Sally Howard, bring […]

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David and Carol Bard: The Traveling Couple

The couples board of where they traveled. Photo Courtesy of Anastasiia Vorobeva Athens is a small town, but there are some outstanding people who proudly call it home. David and Carol Bard, both in their seventies, have a lot of stories to tell about their adventurous lives – getting a […]

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Major Highlights: Fine Arts Division

The fine arts building on campous. Photo courtesy of wikipedia.org The students at Concord University pride themselves on the liberal arts education the university offers. Having this type of education can strengthen intellectual ability and assist in many fields that today’s workplace offers. This week, Dr. Cory Williams, brings light […]

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CU Later Old Washers and Dryers

New and improved washer and dryer. Photo Courtesy of Amy Ahern Concord University has gone underway with construction making new of the school that was once founded in 1872. This involves repairing residence halls, and replacing new facilities in them. During Concord’s renovation, many things have changed and are still […]

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This Week in CU History

The 1878 catalog for Concord State Normal School lists expenses as follows:   Normal Department per year – $20.00 Classical Department per year – $26.00   All students pay an incidental fee of one dollar per session or faction thereof.   Boarding, lodging, fuel and washing can be had in […]

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The Honors Program

Some of the students in the Honors Program. Photo Courtesy of Dr. Tracy Luff Entering college is a challenging enough process, let alone the coursework students will encounter while enrolled. To pay off this hard work, some students opt to join programs that will enhance their learning experience. The Honors […]