Concordia University held commencement on Saturday, May 7, in the Walz Human Performance Complex (formerly HHPAC) on Concordia's Seward campus. The speaker for the ceremony was Rev. Dr. Orville C. Walz, former president of Concordia University.
On Friday, May 6, a baccalaureate service took place at St. John Lutheran Church. Rev. Ryan Matthias, campus pastor of Concordia University, served as preacher. The liturgist was Rev. Terence Groth. Music for the ceremony was provided by Dr. Jeffrey Blersch, organist, the University A Cappella Choir and Concordia Brass Ensemble.
Following the service a reception was hosted at the church by Concordia's Tower Guild, and there a short concert was given by the A Cappella Choir and other musicians from Concordia.
Friday, May 6
Luncheon, Graduates Class of 2011 and Golden Reunion Class of '61 (RSVP to Alumni Office required), 11:30 a.m.
Note: Graduates will have an opportunity to RSVP regarding who will attend. Seating is available only for those who have RSVPed.
Where: Cattle Conference Room, Janzow Campus Center
Graduation rehearsal, 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: HHPAC arenaBaccalaureate service, 7 p.m.
Where: St. John Lutheran Church, 919 N. Columbia AvenueMusic department mini-recital, after service
Where: St. John Lutheran ChurchTower Guild reception, after concert/recital
Where: St. John Fellowship Hall
Saturday, May 7
Commencement exercises, 10 a.m.
Where: HHPAC arenaLuncheon for graduate and their guests, follows commencement
Where: Janzow Campus Center-Dining Hall
