Concordia University Irvine

Santiago Canyon Fire Update (Oct. 26): Concordia is suspending in-person class instruction for the day due to the Santiago Canyon Fire. The campus is not in any danger, but resident students are advised to shelter in place due to poor air quality. For updates, visit https://cui.edu/emergency

Join Drs. Steve Mueller, Jeff Held, and Michael Busch, right here on our Facebook page next Saturday, October 31st, 2020 at 11:30 AM PDT for an interactive viewing of our renowned "Reformation 500: An Evening of Word & Song." Hear exclusive commentary and reflections on what was the largest celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. RSVP for our Facebook event here: https://bit.ly/2Hp5l3w

Take a guided tour of our campus with one of our student ambassadors, Michael. Start at our newest building, the Borland-Manske Center for music, worship, and theology, followed by our Eagles athletics facilities, student union, and gourmet cafeteria. Take a peek at our residence halls, Founders Hall, home to our math and sciences classes, the CU Center, the main center point of our campus, and more. https://www.cui.edu/virtual-tour-ug

This year's Trembath Lecture speaker, Dr. Jeff Mallinson, will discuss the thesis: If an academically free space is possible in society, it can only exist at a Christian University. Join us this Sunday, October 25 at 3 PM PDT - mark your calendar then bookmark the webinar link: https://bit.ly/2SZnaZ9

Why do we still need Christian colleges? "A Christian liberal arts education can prepare students not simply for a job, or even a career, but for vocation" replies Kelly Kapic, professor of theological studies at Covenant College. Read more: https://bit.ly/33WzD6u via Council for Christian Colleges & Universities #ChristianHigherEd

Save the date, November 10th, 2020, for our 5th annual CU Give Back. Get a sneak peek at this year's challenges or volunteer to be a CU Give Back ambassador. https://bit.ly/37rkH2e

"I hope that this story can help broaden perspectives and relate to those who have similar experiences because they deserve to be acknowledged and heard." - Daniela Araiza '19 Read the rest of her piece and explore more creative work: https://bit.ly/3iYBxsg

We look forward to connecting with our CUI Eagle parents and families virtually next week during our annual Parent & Family Week. Take a peek at the upcoming events: https://www.cui.edu/parents-and-fami/parent-and-family-week Meanwhile, join our Facebook Group just for CUI Parents & Family!

"Obedience to the Gospel is primarily standing in it, rejoicing in it, living in the forgiveness of God in Christ." Prof. Mark Brighton - explaining Paul's words in Philippians 2:12. https://abbeywest.online.church/ Concordia University Irvine - abbey west

Save the date, Nov. 10th, 2020, for CU Give Back 2020! This 24-hour online giving day is designed to provide alumni, donors, and friends an opportunity to support student scholarships & a variety of CUI programs that shape our students' future. https://bit.ly/2T2FnW2

In a recent article titled, "What It Means to Be a Christian College in the Midst of Chaos," it indicates "...Leveraging that [Christian] mission and that focus has been crucial in schools’ continued success" via Christianity Today. #ChristianHigherEd https://bit.ly/3iernT3