COBBlog

After returning from Thanksgiving break it seemed like everyone on campus was suddenly hit with a ton of bricks as we were swept back into the academic world and the stressful weeks to come before another nice long, and much needed break. I began to see more frequently the homework wars break out. If you don’t know exactly what I mean here is an example:

Boy 1: “I have three papers due next week and a test tomorrow.”

Girl 1: “Well that’s nothing! I have two research papers due, one reflection, a power point speech and three tests.”

(apparently Boy 1 has been topped and ironically the Girl 1 wins the sympathy argument)

Lucky for my my ten page research paper is currently ten pages and with that and another paper out of the way by next week, I think I will be okay. I’m being optimistic and the weeks are already flying by. (more…)

Well its the most wonderful time of the year…CHRISTMAS!! And at Concordia, with Christmas time comes Christmas Concert! I know you might be imagining a few choirs getting together and singing Christmas carols around a monstrous Christmas tree, but it is so much more.

In actuality, it is over 400 Concordia students divided into 5 choirs and a full orchestra working for 2-3 months to learn and perfect solo pieces and mass choir pieces that will be performed for thousands of people in front of a gorgeous set. But we’re not the only one’s who work so hard.

In addition, you have several people behind the scenes designing the set, painting the mural, hanging lights, making sound checks, making sure everything is in its place, etc. While the music ensembles work for a few months, these behind the scenes work even during the summer! Anyway, this all is to say that a lot goes into putting on the Concordia College Annual Christmas Concert together.

Uff Da! Is it possible I am still full from thanksgiving diner last week? Well if it is possible, is it healthy? I haven’t the slightest clue.
ANYWHO, I guess ”Turkey Day” (the only holiday I know of with a name corresponding directly to a food (a name like ”Turkey Day” also leaves little room for pretending that this day is about much else.)) lived up to the high standards set by its name. The peculiar thing is that I didn’t get full off of the perfectly prepared turkey or by the super scrumptious stuffing. No, I got full from a much different item: Lefse. That’s right Lefse, or as Webster’s dictionary defines it: the greatest food item ever created in the history of mankind. (more…)

Attention all 2008 high school seniors, you all will have a wonderful freshmen Orientation! I say that with confidence because I am on the 2008 Orientation Committee!!!

After a lengthy application process and an intense interview, I was offered the position of Special Productions Co-Coordinator.

Having been an Orientation Leader and someone who loved his Orientation experience, I feel that it is important to share my passion for the program with others and I knew the best way for me to do so was to serve on the committee. I am so excited to work with the wonderful people on the committee to produce the best Orientation event ever.

We had our first meeting as a group the weekend before Thanksgiving, so that shows you how much preparation goes into planning a large event like Orientation. The group is really awesome because everyone is so interested in creating the best event possible and we are not afraid to share our thoughts with the rest of the group. I’m really excited for this experience if you couldn’t already tell. (more…)