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Anaheim Ducks Announce Concordia University Irvine as Official Partner Through the 2036-37 Season
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 7, 2025 – The Anaheim Ducks and Concordia University Irvine, a Lutheran Christian institution in Southern California, announced a 12-year partnership agreement making…
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When the Direction Changes: The Unplanned Path to Finding Vocation
When I was young, I dreamed of becoming a teacher. I had a perfect, detailed map for my life that began when I was a…
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How to Become a Nurse Anesthetist
Wondering how to become a nurse anesthetist? First, you’ll need to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Then, pass the NCLEX-RN, get an RN…
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Types of Nurses That Work with Babies
Caring for new life is a calling, and nurses that work with babies have a special responsibility to help their patients have the healthiest possible…
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From Metrics to Meaning: Humanizing School Improvement
In my journey as an educational leader, I have learned that real school improvement does not begin with spreadsheets or strategies– it begins with listening.…
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Career Opportunities for School Counseling Graduates: Where Your Degree Can Take You
Explore careers for school counseling grads—from K–12 roles to nonprofits. Learn how Concordia Irvine prepares you for impact and leadership.
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Masters In Coaching Episode XXXII: Co-Head Basketball Coach Bianca Ziemann
From high school standout to college superstar to college assistant coach to now head coach at Crean Lutheran High School, she is Bianca Ziemann. Show…
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Pickleball Player Picks Concordia
At her father’s suggestion, CUI freshman Margaret “Maggie” Brascia and her sister took up pickleball last year during Covid-related lockdowns. “We started playing as a…
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Spiritual Coach and Counselor: Anthony Johnson, MA ’19
Anthony Johnson, MA ’19 has enjoyed three careers — one as a successful NFL running back, another as a longtime NFL team chaplain, and now,…
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Death by Due Date: Ten Steps for Writing a Paper When You’re Short on Time
We’ve all done the last-minute shuffle of doom. Whether it’s working three jobs or just not vibing with productivity, it’s far too easy to suddenly…
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Masters In Coaching Episode XXX: Vanguard University Associate Athletic Director Mike Teague
From soccer player to college administrator at Vanguard University, Mike Teague discusses his journey to becoming the Associate Athletic Director at Vanguard University and his…
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Masters In Coaching Episode XXVII: New MCAA Director Jim Kunau
25 years as a high school football coach in Southern California, now he runs the Master’s in Coaching and Athletics Administration Program at Concordia University…
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Three Ways to See Your Paper With Fresh Eyes
You’ve finally finished a draft of your paper, and you know it probably needs some revising. But actually making those revisions poses a challenge. Maybe…
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Masters In Coaching Episode XXV: Women’s Basketball Coach Cori Close
She’s the head coach of one of the nation’s top Division One women’s basketball programs. She’s also a coach with Team USA basketball. She is…
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Preparing Pre-Service Teachers for Social Emotional Learning
In 1994, Daniel Goleman, Eileen Growald, and a team of dedicated professionals joined forces to address an aspect of human development missing from educational settings.
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Masters In Coaching Episode XXVI: Soccer Coach Joey O’Keefe
From an all American soccer player to a professional playing overseas, to now college head coach, he is Joey O’Keefe. Show Highlights