May 2024

Alumni Spotlight!

Dreams Do Come True!

For Reagan Garvey '19, it is sometimes hard to believe that what she dreamed about as a child is now her real life!

Reagan is thankful for the Dual Credit and high-level English classes she took while at Concordia that prepared her for nursing school at Nebraska Methodist. She shares, "When I first got to nursing school, I felt overwhelmed and way over my head. I got my groove soon enough but those high school classes helped me be prepared for what college was throwing at me." Reagan transferred to Concordia her Junior year and was very intentional about picking classes that would help her be prepared for nursing school.

Coming from a Class A school to Concordia was a wonderful change for Reagan. She reflects, "At the larger school I felt like I was just a face in a classroom, that was not my experience at Concordia. It was difficult to be vocal about my faith in a large environment, but at Concordia, my homework literally got me into scripture! I was able to ask questions and truly grow in my faith."

Today, Reagan is an Oncology nurse at Methodist, a dream come true. Reagan shares, "I look forward to work each day knowing I get the opportunity to serve others and be Jesus to those that need him! I see people at their best and their worst, and I am so thankful I can support them as a nurse."

Reagan can still be found at Concordia from time to time; she often attends basketball games and helps coach middle school track. "Being able to develop a love of the sport in these kids is so special," she says. In her free time, she also enjoys checking out local coffee shops, watching sports, spending time outside, and hanging out with family, including her six nieces and two nephews.

Did You Know?

In the month of May, nurses and teachers are recognized nationally. Concordia is proud to say we have a large number of alumni working in both of these fields! We estimate there are 24 nurses and 39 teachers among our Concordia family! Thank you for your care for the sick and vulnerable. You are the face of Jesus to these sweet children of the Lord.

"Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus." Colossians 3:17.

Alumni Sightings

Vinh Lah '20 was in the building recently and connected with Mr. Matt Mueller. Vinh came to share his college experience with other international students. Vinh is graduating from Hastings College with his Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design.

Madi (Bressman) Wendt '18 and her husband Caleb stopped in to introduce their new addition, Hartley! Madi and her family live in Colorado Springs, CO where Caleb serves in the Air Force.

Upcoming Events

Alumni are invited to play Ultimate Frisbee this summer at Concordia. Play begins Wednesday, May 22nd at 7pm. Contact Mr. Senechal for more info.

Building Update

Construction continues on schedule and we are so excited to utilize this new space next year! This phase of construction includes a new front office, entryway, administration wing, four new classrooms, and the Nancy Griffith Worship & Performing Arts Center. In the picture above, you can see the start of the new road and an additional parking area that will run north and south connecting the front and back of our campus. To God Be The Glory!

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Alumni Updates

Alli (Day) '11 and Joe Hawk '10 are celebrating the arrival of sweet little Skylar Elaine who was born on March 24!

God's blessings to Sam '15 and Faith '16 (Johnson) Gedwillo on the birth of their first child, Truth Clifford Gedwillo born in December!

Congrats to Ryan Parmenter '16 and his wife Hannah on the arrival of Lewis Matthew on January 13th!

Alumni Sophia Zuhlke '19 and Max Revers '19 were engaged on April 19th! Sophia graduated from Augustana University with majors in Biology and Environmental Studies. She is currently working at the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska as the Brownfields Coordinator for the Environmental Protection Department. Max graduated from UNO with a major in Business Administration and is currently studying for his MBA at UNO. He works at Union Pacific as a Field Sales Manager.

Ethan and Taylor (Srygley) Domsch '20

are celebrating their graduations and new jobs! Ethan graduated from the UNL Business Honors Academy this month with his Bachelor's in Finance and will be working at Airlite Plastics as a Logistics Specialist. Taylor graduated from the Mortuary Science program at Des Moines Area Community College in March and will be completing her apprenticeship at the John A. Gentleman Funeral Home in Omaha, where she will be employed full-time upon completing her apprenticeship.

Congrats to Gracie Petersen '20 who is graduating from Creighton University with a Bachelor's in Health Administration and Policy, and a triple minor in Biology, Public Health, and Global Health Equity. She will be attending the University of Iowa this fall to earn her Masters of Health Administration!

Bailey Klanderud '21 is currently serving as an intern to Congressman Don Bacon in Washington, DC. She recently gave a tour to a current Concordia student and parent, Izayah and Nicole Wilson!

Abbey Kudrna '23 recently went on a mission trip to the Czech Republic. The trip involved learning about the country's history, specifically the time of communism. The team also taught English to local children, giving them the chance to share the gospel. Abbey realized the significance of studying history in order to build meaningful relationships.

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