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How Long Does It Take to Become a Nurse? Less Than Two Years in an Accelerated Program
Nursing school length depends on your path. An ADN takes about two years, a traditional BSN takes four years, and an accelerated BSN can be…
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Karl Hoenecke named new Dean for Concordia’s School of Business & Economics
Irvine, CA., Oct. 25, 2024 – After a national search, Concordia University Irvine announced on October 17 that Karl Hoenecke, MBA ’14, is the new…
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Music Professor Appointed Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences
Following a national search, Concordia music professor and organist Dr. Tom Mueller has been appointed Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences after serving…
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Large Puppets Enliven Children’s Play
When theatre professor Tony Vezner decided to direct a children’s play involving two large puppets — a penguin and a monkey — he contacted good…
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Stellar Singer Launches Career From Concordia
Kaitlyn Bills ’25 — stage name: Kaity B — came to Concordia University Irvine with “huge dreams of being a singer-songwriter, artist, and producer,” and…
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Masters In Coaching Episode LX: Jesse Foss
May 21, 2023 – 1 minute read Jesse Foss Tim Cates talks with Jesse Foss about guiding his Concordia University Irvine Eagles lacrosse team to a…
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Jim Kunau
November 22, 2021 – 3 minute read Jim Kunau, the new director of CUI’s nation-leading Master’s in Coaching & Athletics Administration (MCAA) program, brings a wealth of experience…
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How Should Principals Spend Their Time?
The best research study I’ve read about principals’ actual use of time during the day was produced by Horng, Klasik, and Loeb in 2010.
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Zhang Family Creates $1 Million Challenge Grant
Charlie Zhang emigrated to the U.S. from China nearly forty years ago and pursued the American dream by starting a business. That business, the restaurant…
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Mural-painting Student Beautifies Public Spaces
Senior Miles Gunnett of Ramona, a city in San Diego County, has become a burgeoning mural artist while at Concordia, and his work is featured…
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Living and Learning Through Civil Dialogue
There’s a residential hall on Concordia’s campus where discussions about hot-button topics are not just welcomed but expected – as long as they’re conducted with…
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Reckless Love and The Different Things People Mean When They Sing
Rev. Steve Zank is the Director of Theology for the Center for Worship Leadership at Christ College. It seems like every couple of years a new…
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The What and Why of Worship from a Who’s Perspective
Jon Jordening is the Director Of Worship Arts for Concordia University Irvine Campus Ministries as well as the Executive Director for the Center for Worship Leadership…
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A Look at Disaster Nursing: Is It Right for You?
Disaster nursing professionals respond to various disasters, such as wildfires and earthquakes. They provide triage, stabilizing care, and resource referral. When considering the nursing implications…
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Redefining Beauty
Sarah Dubbeldam ’05, a former catalog model for brands like Target and Crocs, wanted to promote positive body images and lifestyle habits for women. She…


