Concordia-Chicago welcomes new instructor of music, Wind Symphony director
Concordia University Chicago is pleased to announce the appointment of Johanna Anderson as instructor of music and Wind Symphony director. Anderson joins the University’s music faculty this month, bringing a wealth of experience as a conductor, educator, and mentor.
Concordia-Chicago appoints new vice president of academic affairs, chief academic officer
Concordia University Chicago announced today that Dr. Robert “Rob” Balza has been named vice president of academic affairs and chief academic officer. Dr. Balza, who brings extensive experience in academic leadership and program development to Concordia-Chicago, will assume his new role on January 12, 2026.
The first five: Inaugural group of Concordia-Chicago students graduate from new Nursing program
Families, friends, classmates, faculty, staff, and others from the community gathered in Concordia University’s Chapel of Our Lord on a cold evening in December to celebrate the commencement of five history-making students.
Concordia-Chicago Student Laureate honored by The Lincoln Academy of Illinois
Concordia University Chicago senior Lily Seifferlein was named a Student Laureate and honored by The Lincoln Academy of Illinois at a ceremony in Chicago this October.
Celebrate the season with a weekend of Christmas events at Concordia-Chicago
Concordia University Chicago welcomes friends and neighbors to share in the joy of Christmas with two free events: the University Band Christmas Concert on Friday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m., and the Service of Lessons and Carols on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.
'Well done, good and faithful servant': Dr. Richard Fischer’s final Wind Symphony concert
After nearly 52 years of inspiring generations of musicians, Dr. Richard Fischer, affectionately known to students as “Doc,” is retiring from Concordia University Chicago at the end of the fall term.
Thank the three, fund the five: Maroon & Gold gala update
Concordia University Chicago hosted its ninth annual Maroon & Gold gala the evening of Saturday, Oct. 18 at Eaglewood Resort in Itasca, IL.
Ferguson Art Gallery presents “Classical Spaces, Current Views” exhibit
This fall, the Ferguson Art Gallery at Concordia University Chicago invites the community to experience “Classical Spaces, Current Views,” a group exhibition of photography and mixed-media collage inspired by the University’s recent Classical Education trips. The show runs October 13 through November 14, 2025, and is free and open to the public. A reception will be held in the gallery on Sunday, November 9, from 1 to 3 p.m., featuring an artist talk at 2 p.m.
A firm foundation: 5 lessons learned during Concordia-Chicago’s first annual Apologetics Boot Camp
The Apologetics Boot Camp, a first for Concordia University Chicago, featured presentations by professors and theologians from within the University and its broader community, along with panel and small group discussions, fellowship, and other activities.
Advance with Purpose: Concordia-Chicago announces tuition discount program for LCMS organizations
Concordia University Chicago is excited to announce Advance with Purpose, a new affordable continuing education program that launched this fall for classes beginning January 2026.
University Band kicks off season with fall concert
The University Band of Concordia University Chicago will open its fall season with a concert on Friday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. in the University’s Chapel of Our Lord. Admission is free.
Concordia-Chicago appoints new vice president of finance and CFO
Concordia University Chicago has appointed John Thoelke (BA ’92) as its new vice president of finance and chief financial officer (CFO). Thoelke, who joined the University’s Board of Regents in May 2022, will officially begin serving as CFO on October 27.