Concordia Alumni are defined as anyone who has completed one course at the University - no matter the year, program or years of attendance. The alumni program unites all alumni - whether a student, degreed or non-degreed - in the University's core values of Christian Faith, the Individual, Excellence, Integrity and Service.
Below are highlights of a growing menu of benefits and services that are available to all Cougars:
Alumni Event Box
Planning to connect with classmates away from campus? Order a complimentary CUChicago Alumni Event Box for your small- (up to 15) or medium-sized (up to 40) group. Materials mayinclude: Planning Guide, CUChicago brochures, Upcoming Alumni Events Poster, University Spirit Gear such as alumni buttons and other giveaways, Maroon and Gold Balloons, and Alumni Sign In Sheet.
To request your Event Box, contact the Office of Alumni Relations toll free at 888-258-6773 or alumni@CUChicago.edu. Please allow 2-3 weeks after order confirmation to receive your materials.
Career Services
In these tough economic times, navigating the job-market can be challenging. Concordia's Office of Career Services is here to help you translate your experiences at Concordia into a career whether seeking your first position or making a career transition. More...
Class Connections
Concordia is proud to share news of accomplishments and other milestones with the Concordia community. Be sure to stay connected by sharing address updates, connecting with classmates and submitting class notes in The Forester, the University's magazine for alumni and friends. More...
Cougar Chronicles Alumni E-newsletter
All graduates and friends are encouraged to sign up for the bi-monthly alumni e-newsletter. Register today to receive the latest information about upcoming events, special offers and to stay connected to classmates. Check Out the Latest Issue...
Get Connected
Online social sites are an easy way to connect with friends and classmates. Concordia alumni can network professionally through our LinkedIn alumni group or personally through our Facebook group.
Li'l Cougar T-shirts
We want to welcome the newest additions to the Concordia family with a FREE toddler T-shirt (2T only). Send the facts about your Li'l Cougar including baby’s name, birth date, parents’ names and Concordia class year(s), along with $5 for shipping & handling, to the Office of Alumni Relations, Concordia University Chicago, 7400 Augusta St., River Forest, IL, 60305-1499.
Proud grandparents and relatives can request shirts, too! Parents, share a picture of your Li’l Cougar in his shirt, and we'll be sure to include it an upcoming issue of The Forester.
On Campus Meetings, Rentals & Housing
Group Rentals: Concordia is a wonderful location to host your special event or meeting in the Chicago-land area. Groups of all sizes utilize the campus year-round for their unique needs. Contact Ginny Illich, Coordinator of Campus Events, at ginny.illich@cuchicago.edu or 708-209-3091 for details.
Weddings: Ceremony rentals are reserved for current students, alumni, or members of the staff and faculty. All wedding celebrations muct be approved by the Campus Pastor, Rev. Dr. Jeff Leininger, before scheduling an event date. Inquiries should be directed to 708-209-3470.
On Campus Housing: Limited reservations are available for housing during the 2012-2013 Academice Year. Rates for guest housing are $30 per night for a single (one person in a room) and $50 per night for a double (2 people in a room). The fee includes sheets, blankets, pillows, towels and a bar of soap. Space is limited and available on a first come first served basis. Contact Ginny Illich, Coordinator of Campus Events, at ginny.illich@cuchicago.edu or 708-209-3091 for available dates.
Prayer Requests
Living together in a vibrant and influential Christian academic community, our Christian faith is an imperative value to live as productive citizens of the Church and world. We warmly invite all alumni and friends of the University to submit requests - specific or general - to your partners in prayer. More...
Transcript Requests
The Office of the Registrar is responsible for maintaining the academic records of the institution through prompt, courteous and accurate service. The team is happy to assist with transcript requests and other record questions. More...
Travel
Join old friends and make new ones, including your host Mark Waldron BA '80 on a global adventures that include a premiere itinerary of excursions and first-class accommodations. More...
University News
Stay up-to-date on all the campus happenings through press releases focused on the University, academics, community, lectures & conferences, campus activities, and the arts. More...