Concordia University Chicago

CUC's main campus will be CLOSED TOMORROW on Fri, Jan 23 due to an extreme cold warning. Check your CUC email and/or the University website for complete details.

Experience the joy of the season at our Art Dept. Christmas Market on Tuesday, November 18th 11:20am-1:30pm! Faith inspired gifts made by students will be available for purchase. Enjoy complimentary holiday treats and warm beverages!

Theater@Concordia thrills with HAMLET Reserve tickets here: bit.ly/3LgvRwV

A weekend full of music culminated with The Kapelle’s home concert on Sunday afternoon. This choral ensemble delivered a powerful performance under the direction of Dr. Charles Brown. Bravo!

"Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” (Proverbs 16:3) At the start of this new month, may our studies, service, and goals be rooted in faith and guided by His purpose.

Stand Tall, CUC! The U.S. News & World Report annual rankings are out, and CUC has been recognized as the #38 in Top Performer on Social Mobility. We continue to be ranked among the Best Regional Universities – Midwest. Here at CUC, we STAND TALL for Christ-centered education.

Join us October 19-21 for Lectures in Church Music. Scan the QR Code for more information and registration or go to CUChicago.edu/LCM25

Dr. Rachel Ferguson, recently wrote an op-ed for The Washington Times about how employment and community are essential for human flourishing — and why policy alone can't solve poverty. bit.ly/4nvgIFu

CUC recently announced the appointment of John Thoelke (BA ’92) as its new vice president of finance and chief financial officer (CFO). Thoelke, will officially begin serving as CFO next month. Read more: bit.ly/4go0NGM

CUC celebrates the legacy of Martin Lochner, an Addison Teachers Seminary professor who shaped generations of Lutheran church musicians. Featured in Lutheran Witness’s “American Lutheran Sacred Music” series by Benjamin Kolodziej. Read more 👉 witness.lcms.org/2025/martin-lo…

It’s more than a name—it’s who we are. 🐾 Whether you're just starting your journey or already deep in your Cougar story, CUC is where purpose and passion meet.

Cougars, stay connected with CUC from anywhere! The summer edition of the Forester is now available for download. cuchicago.edu/news/forester-…

From our campus to your community — happy Independence Day. Enjoy a safe and restful holiday! #CUChicago #FourthOfJuly

We’re excited to welcome Deaconess Frances Szeto back to #CUChicago as Instructor of Deaconess Studies, starting July 15, 2025! A proud CUC alumna, she becomes only the 4th leader in the program’s 45-year history. #LutheranHigherEd #Deaconess #CUCProud

Banners of triumph, be unfurled! Trumpets, sound throughout the world! Crying and sighs, give way to signing: Life from death, our Lord is bringing! Let there begin the jubilee – Christ has gained the Victory! Happy Easter – Christ is risen!

"But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5

CUC's Educational Leadership division recently hosted its biannual Leadership Consortium, uniting 40+ education leaders from IL & OH. Together, we’re strengthening partnerships & advancing innovative principal & superintendent prep. #EducationalLeadership #CUCimpact

For you are dust, and to dust you shall return." – Genesis 3:19 ✝️ On this Ash Wednesday, even as many are away for spring break, Pastor Raddatz was present for those on campus seeking reflection and prayer. May this season of Lent be one of renewal and grace.

Watch along as President Dawn digs deeper into CUC’s critical new initiative, Prepared to Serve: Church Professional Guarantee.

Starting Fall 2025, new full-time students in our six church professional programs will pay no more than $5,000 per year in tuition & fees. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/411amFx 💙 Support students: bit.ly/4gurQP0