Student Testimonials

Kristen Debler '05

My favorite English professor would have to be Mark Patrick because he had a relaxed way of teaching, but I had to work twice as hard to get the grade I wanted. He taught me how to be a better writer as well as analyzer.

Andrea Henry '05

Concordia has a very prominent English program. Our professors know their material, and the material they teach is worth every minute. Not going to class and not paying attention are the worst two things a student could do at Concordia. The English program has so much to offer. I would never consider going to another college or university after my experiences in the English program at Concordia. "My cup runneth over."

Joseph Robb '05

If an internship is what you are thinking about, or how about a job after college this is a great place to find one. Dr. Schramm will bend over backwards to find something that fits you. The Networking here is incredible. This school is also the perfect size to communicate on a daily basis. We have a campus paper, radio station, and plenty of opportunities to do speaking. Concordia is such an amazing place, I'd do anything to get people here.

Jason Bischoff '04

There are multiple masters of various disciplines all employed by the University. Prospective students of the humanities can rest assured in the staff and the perspective you will gain as they reveal but small portions of much larger and engaging fields. It was best said by our own doctorate of Drama, Dr. Senkbeil: "To study the humanities is to celebrate the human expression."

Emily Heine '04

I would have to say Professor Borst is my favorite. I have never enjoyed English classes, but she makes it very exciting! She is so full of life and brings a lot of energy to the classroom. She makes her students feel at ease and never lets anyone feel as if they’ve asked a stupid question. She always wants to know what I’m doing outside of class, and she truly cares about her students.

Andrea Henry '05

My favorite class was definitely History and Development of the English Language. It was the most difficult English class I've ever taken, and it was very early in the morning. I knew it was my most difficult class, so I put the most effort into it, giving my other classes less attention. I felt that I'd rather get Bs in the easier classes and an A in this one because it would be worth it: I worked as hard as I could to get an A in that class, and I did--despite other people telling me it was impossible--that gave me something to be proud of!

Joseph Robb '05

My favorite class is one most schools don't offer and it's Nonverbal Communications. Every where we go in life we always communicate and most of the time that doesn't involve talking. Being aware of how you present yourself in situations is something most people don't think about and it's a skill we should all work at.

Rebecca Rueter '05

There are simply not enough words to describe the English professors at Concordia. They are simply incredible. I am truly blessed to get my education from such inspiring teachers.

Rachel Stayner

Interpersonal is definitely a class that should be taken by every person who interacts with ANYBODY, and not just Communications majors. I learned so much about how I interact with others and how to deal with people in different situations. This class is completely applicable to every single day, and really challenges the individual to use what he/she has learned to make a relationship work well.

Lorie Tolmachoff '05

My favorite professor is Professor Gerth. She is an adjunct who teaches Children's Literature and makes the class interesting and fun. Like most professors at Concordia, she not only teaches the information given, but goes beyond the expectations and cares for each student individually. She not only takes the extra time and ensures that each student knows the material, she does it with kindness and a smile!

Kelli Lane '06

I feel so blessed to even participate in such a personalized program. Prospective comm majors should come and sit in on one of the classes; watch the interaction and atmosphere of a small classroom. Last year, as a first year in the comm major, I was invited to a comm major party, where I was recognized as a person and not just a number. That is really important to me, as well as I know my professors like Habel and Schram know my name, and I believe they can get me to where I need to be in a couple of years. Concordia has more to offer every year in the communication major, and I am glad to be a part of that growth.

Kristen Debler '05

Concordia has a great English program that expands your knowledge in all different types of classes, in not only literature, grammar but in writing as well. I believe that the classes help me grow as a writer, and the Professors form a strong personal bond with their students that help them succeed.

Andrea Henry '05

Dr. Thomsen has been my most difficult prof. at Concordia. I've really had to work hard to EARN my grades in her classes, and finally, this last semester I received an A- in one of her classes--I've never had lower than a B, but that A- coming from her class, is something to be proud of. And Dr. Bachman is right there along Dr. Thomsen on the level of difficulty. She has a wonderful teaching style, and she is very difficult--so when I get an A in her class, I know I can be proud of it. I like Professor Patrick because he is different and I like his teaching style--he's very understanding, yet strict when he needs to be.

Brandon Cox '04

My favorite class was the intercultural communication class. What made this class so special was the group activities that were very fun and informative.

Joseph Robb '05

My favorite professor in the Communications program is Lowell Habel, he takes all his "real world professional" experiences and brings them into the classroom. What he knows coupled with his sense of humor allows the class to never drag.

Joseph Conrad '05

The communications program is getting better and better every year. Next semester the department is offering interviewing, also it offers non-verbal communication, which a lot of universities do not offer. Non-verbal is essential for everyday life.

Kelli Lane '06

Prof. Habel is many of the students' favorite comm teacher. Not only does he keep a 7:30 am class interesting, but I also know I can count on him if I need to talk about life. It is really great to confide in a teacher who I know is the best at what he does; inspires students to communicate... be understood.

Kristen Debler '05

My favorite classes were Post-Colonial Literature and Non-Fiction Writing. The reason that I liked these classes is because they made me learn a lot more about literature, writing, and myself. In the Post-Colonial Lit class, I learned a lot about other groups of people, besides us Native Americans, who had been colonized. It opened my eyes to a new light of reading. In the Non-Fiction writing class I learned a lot about myself as a journalist and how to express my ideas through a shorter to the point type of writing, and I loved it.

Rebecca Rueter '05

When I visited Concordia as a Senior in High School, my Concordia admissions counselor set up an appointment with Dr. Kerri Thomsen and myself. From my first visit with Dr. Thomsen I could tell that she genuinely cared about her students. Each semester she has earned my respect and admiration for being a knowledgeable and inspiring professor. Not only is she a fantastic professor inside the classroom, but she is an immense asset to Concordia's campus. Kerri Thomsen is always a friendly face in the cafeteria or along the path to class. Her door is always open and she is always willing to help in any way she can.

Virginia Mahoney '05

Concordia has some great professors who are willing to help you achieve the skills needed to be successful in the communication field. We have great classes that a lot of colleges don't have including interviewing and non-verbal communications.

Julie Camberg '06

It wasn't a hard decision to transfer to Concordia. My previous college was not a friendly place. The people here are great. The academics are quality, and professors genuinely care about students. Since I transferred, Concordia has exceeded every expectation I had.

Christy Dziuk '03

On September 12, 2001, Professor Borst walked into our English class, saw our faces, and decided Jane Austen wouldn't do. She had us write down our feelings about what happened the day before. She saw the need to focus on what was going on rather than sticking to the lesson plan. You don't just go to class here--there are relationships that are really important.