Concordia University alumni will be welcomed back to campus Sept. 21-23 for special events during the 2018 Homecoming and Alumni Reunion Weekend and to celebrate 125 years of Concordia’s ministry.
“Concordia is looking forward to welcoming back our alumni for a wonderful weekend of reunions, games and other events,” said Jennifer Furr, director of alumni and university relations. “We thank God for the opportunity to have alumni and their families reconnect with one another and rediscover all their favorite Concordia memories.”
The signing of the I-beam for the new Dunklau Center for Math, Science and Business will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22. The new facility is being built along Brommer Drive on Concordia's campus.
A free homecoming fair with games and other activities will take place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The C.G. “Kelly” and Virginia Holthus Family Plaza.
A pre-game tailgate meal for the public will start at 11:30 a.m. on The C.G. “Kelly” and Virginia Holthus Family Plaza and Brommer Drive. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. Concordia’s football game versus Midland University kicks off at 1 p.m.
A formal banquet and alumni awards ceremony will be at the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Concordia Vocal Jazz Choir will perform, followed by a few words from CU President the Rev. Dr. Brian Friedrich and an awards presentation.
Honored will be selected alumni and friends who have demonstrated excellent service in the church and the world:
• Alumna of the Year - Sheila Psencik, '96 and '05
• Young Alumnus of the Year: Heath Trampe, '05
• Servant Leadership Award: Dr. Andrew Benscoter, '02 and '05
• Lifetime Service Award - Dr. William Preuss, '60 and '75, and Dr. Judith Preuss '60
• Family Heritage Award - Roggow Family
• Lifelong Learner Award - Katie Bockelman, '93 and '16
• Honorary Bulldog Spirit Award - Irene Schamber
Concordia will also induct former Bulldog athletes into the Concordia Athletic Hall of Fame:
• Carol Pankoke Cepak, '84, softball
• Brandon Seifert, '01, track and field/cross country
• Mike Works, '92, men's basketball
• Jon Ziegler, '07, men's basketball
• 2004-05, Women's cross country
Visitors to campus may explore buildings; visit with faculty, staff and students; enjoy meals; attend event receptions and cheer on the Bulldogs at athletic events.
Visit cune.edu/homecoming for schedule, ticket and registration information.
