News

Megan Obermueller ’00 has life-long ties to Concordia Nebraska

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Megan Obermueller ’00 was familiar with Concordia University, Nebraska long before she was a student at the university. In 1982, her family moved from Ft. Wayne to Seward the year she was entering kindergarten, as my father Stan Obermueller accepted a call to serve on faculty in the business department at the university.

Bulldogs push national best streak to 28-straight AVCA Team Academic Awards

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:18:00 +0000

Across all collegiate divisions, Concordia Nebraska Volleyball leads the way with 28 consecutive AVCA Team Academic Awards. The 2025 national semifinalist Bulldogs extended the streak.

Shooters shoot: all-time great sniper headed to the Concordia Hall

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:29:00 +0000

"When you’re a shooter and you’re on, you’ve just got to let it go," says Kristen Vogt. She followed that mantra to a school record 323 career 3-point field goals and a spot in the Concordia Athletics Hall of Fame.

Alex Johnson signs contract with Lincoln Saltdogs

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:15:00 +0000

Alex Johnson signed a contract this week with the Lincoln Saltdogs, continuing his baseball career. The Saltdogs are a member of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball.

Meet Trinity Academy Class of 2026 Valedictorian Naomi Jones

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:41:00 +0000

 Trinity Academy - a Lutheran high school rooted in the classical liberal arts educational tradition – recently completed its third year of operation on the campus of Concordia University, Nebraska and graduated its first seniors. As an institute of Concordia University, Nebraska, Trinity Academy supports Concordia Nebraska’s mission of equipping students for lives of learning, service and leadership in the church and world. This relationship allows Trinity Academy access to Concordia Nebraska’s resources and dual enrollment opportunities.

Bulldogs claim 17 individual awards, All-Academic Team status from USTFCCCA

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:49:00 +0000

As announced by the USTFCCCA on July 20, both Concordia Track & Field programs and 17 student-athletes earned All-Academic recognition.

Meet Concordia Nebraska junior Joshua Ringler

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Concordia Nebraska junior Joshua Ringler of Seward, Nebraska, is majoring in agricultural science and plays football for the Bulldogs. He said he appreciates that Concordia’s agricultural science program is different from other universities due to small class sizes which allow for more conversational and personalized learning.  

Concordia Athletics reveals Hall of Fame class of 2026

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:56:00 +0000

Concordia University, Nebraska has revealed its Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The honorees include R. John Buuck, Kristen Vogt, Bret Walter, Nolan Zikas and the 2015-16 women's track & field team.

Team 100: Concordia Football gears up for 100th season

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The 2026 season will mark the 100th in the history of Concordia University, Nebraska Football. Ahead of season 100, Concordia has unveiled the football program’s preseason press guide.

Meet Concordia Nebraska Director of Safety and Security Dana Metzger

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Dana Metzger serves Concordia University, Nebraska as director of safety and security and Title IX coordinator. He oversees campus safety and security operations, emergency management, Title IX compliance, investigations and crisis response planning. He has been with the university since 2024.

Lewis finds home with Bulldog Golf, gears up for fifth collegiate year

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:44:00 +0000

The journey for Maddie Lewis has included a switch from volleyball to golf and the decision to return for a fifth year as a Bulldog. Along the way, Lewis has made immense strides while finding a home at Concordia.

ITA honors eight Bulldogs as scholar-athletes, Team selected for all-academic list

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:51:00 +0000

The International Tennis Association (ITA) unveiled the 2026 Scholar-athletes and the all-academic team lists on Thursday (July 17). Eight Bulldogs were awarded the honor.

Men’s Tennis has 11 named ITA Scholar-Athlete, Take all-academic team

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:33:00 +0000

The International Tennis Association (ITA) unveiled the 2026 Scholar-athletes and the all-academic team lists on Thursday (July 17). A whopping 11 Bulldogs were awarded the honor.

Concordia Nebraska faculty, staff, alumni and students support Higher Things summer youth conferences

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0000

Each summer since 2000, The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod youth from across the country have gathered to worship, study God’s word and fellowship with other young Lutherans at Higher Things conferences. Several of Concordia University, Nebraska’s faculty, alumni and students help to make this event happen each year.

Meet Assistant Professor of Computer Science Marcus Gubanyi ‘13

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:22:00 +0000

Dr. Marcus Gubanyi ‘13 serves Concordia University, Nebraska as assistant professor of computer science, teaching courses in computer sciences and related disciplines. He works in a variety of other capacities across campus including data analysis, program development and director of the university’s Solomon Scholars, Concordia’s computing scholars program. He also served as the university’s interim director of esports for the 2025-26 academic year.

Alumni profile: Concordia Hall of Famer Mindy (Evans) Miller

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:13:00 +0000

Mindy Miller used her rubber arm to log more innings than any pitcher in Concordia history while finding stardom on the diamond and volleyball court. All accomplishments were trivial compared to the immense growth in her faith.

Meet Concordia Nebraska’s Center for Liturgical Art Director Michael Scheer

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:55:00 +0000

Michael Scheer ’14 serves Concordia University, Nebraska as the director of the university’s Center for Liturgical Art (CLA). He is also an adjunct professor in the art department. Scheer has a bachelor of fine arts in graphic design from the university and is currently pursuing a master of art history degree from The Open University.

Boosting Peer Play: How to Support Meaningful Interactions in Early Childhood Settings

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Play is often described as the work of childhood. Through play, young children explore their world, develop communication skills, practice problem-solving and build relationships with those around them. For children in early childhood settings, opportunities to play alongside peers are essential for social growth and learning.

Rodencal honored as 2026 First Team Academic All-American by CSC

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:11:00 +0000

The accomplished Adrianna Rodencal added another honor on July 15 as she was named by College Sports Communicators as a 2025-26 NAIA First Team Academic All-American.

Meet Concordia Nebraska junior Erin Meyer

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:27:00 +0000

Concordia Nebraska junior Erin Meyer of Winfield, Kansas, is majoring in chemistry with minors and math and physics. Active on campus, she will serve as an RA in the fall and is also a Luke Scholar, participates in intramural sports and helps lead a weekly on-campus Bible study.