Schedule

The weeklong celebration offers something for Cougars of every age whether young or young at heart. Events are subject to change. Many are free, but some require admission fee (T) = Additional Costs Apply (F) = Free Event

Ongoing through Sunday, October 26

Chicago in Three Generations (F)
Ferguson Art Gallery, Kretzmann Hall
Fine art photography by Jeffrey C. Johnson hangs alongside his late grandfather and father’s Chicago news photography. (Artist’s Reception: Sunday, October 5 2-4 p.m.)

Thursday-Saturday, October 9-11

Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) Food Packing Event (F)
South Gymnasium
Join fellow volunteers in packing meals for starving children around the world! To cover production costs for these life-saving meals, Concordia will accept free will donations during each packing shift. 100 volunteer spaces are available per shift, and pre-registration is requested.

To register, contact Prof. Bill Duey at Bill.Duey@CUChicago.edu with name, group size, and shift preference.
Click here for more info or visit www.fmsc.org.

Saturday, October 11

Fall Softball Tournament – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Softball Field
Cheer on Coach Lisa Lovitsch’s team at the round robin scrimmage with local rivals. Admission: TBD

“The Politics of the Other” Race, Religion and Patriotism in Campaign 2008.
Lecture sponsored by the Academy for Church Workers - 10 - 11:30 a.m. NEW EVENT!
Christopher Center, Room 220
Former Concordia professor, Dr. David C. Leege, Emeritus Professor of Political Science, University of Notre Dame, will be the speaker on this lively and timely topic.
COST: Admission is free. If you would like to attend the lecture, please e-mail Carol Smid at Carol.Smid@CUChicago.edu.

Volleyball vs. Edgewood College - 12 p.m. (T) NEW TIME!
Geisemann Gymnasium
Cheer on Coach Kathy Gebhardt ‘97 and team to victory!
Admission: Adults $5, Students & Seniors $2, Concordia Students and Faculty/Staff FREE with ID, Children Under 12 FREE

Volleyball Alumni Gathering - approx. 2 p.m. following game (F)
Alumni Room, KCC
Meet Coach Gebhardt and celebrate with players from the past and present.

Sunday, October 12

Softball Homerun Derby – 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (T)
Softball Field
Send Coach Lisa Lovitch’s team to Phoenix by trying to knock one over. Open for any age, batters who hit one over the fence win a T-shirt to wear with pride.
Cost: First Round - Three (3) balls for $10.00 Second Round - Two (2) balls for $5.00 Additional rounds available.

Monday, October 13

Comedy Night with Rob Paravonian - 9:45 p.m. (F) NEW EVENT!
Sponsored by Campus Activities Board, Cougar Den
A Waukegan native, Rob has found fame on YouTube, VH1, and Comedy Central. Come for the music. Stay for the laughs. Check out a sneak peek at www.robprocks.com
Admission: Free for the Concordia Community & Friends.

Tuesday, October 14

Men’s Soccer v. Dominican University - 3 p.m. (T)
Concordia Athletic Field
Cheer on Coach Micah Middendorf’s team and celebrate with half time fun sponsored by FCA.
Admission: Adults $5, Students & Seniors $2, Concordia Students and Faculty/Staff FREE with ID, Children Under 12 FREE

Wednesday, October 15

Women’s Soccer v. Rockford College - 4 p.m. (T)
Concordia Athletic Field
Cheer on Coach Marsha Panfil’s team and celebrate with half time fun sponsored by FCA.
Admission: Adults $5, Students & Seniors $2, Concordia Students and Faculty/Staff FREE with ID, Children Under 12 FREE

Thursday, October 16

Movie Night featuring "The Incredible Hulk" (2008) - 9:45 p.m. (F) NEW EVENT!
Sponsored by Campus Activities Board, Cougar Den
Edward Norton stars in this version of the classic comic book tale about a doctor searching for a cure for his exotic condition.
Admission: Free for the Concordia Community & Friends.

Friday, October 17 - Maroon & Gold Day

Homecoming Lounge – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (F)
Alumni Room, KCC
An excellent place to meet up with classmates, the Alumni Room has been reserved all weekend as a space to reminisce with friends, browse yearbooks, or take a break from the festivities

Pep Rally and Coronation - 4:30 p.m. (F)
Pillars Lawn
Join Charlie T. Cougar, students, and alumni to celebrate this fall’s Cougar athletes and greet the newly crowned Homecoming King & Queen and their court.

Homecoming Banquet - following Pep Rally (T)
Crossroads Dining Hall, KCC
Alumni and friends are invited for a special celebration meal. Reserve a table for your class or club today through the Alumni Office at crfalumni@cuchicago.edu.
COST: Sodexho’s Homecoming Banquet is $12/person. Click Here to View the Banquet Menu.

Artists of Concordia Theater present Lend Me a Tenor - 7:30 p.m. (T)
Directed by Julie E. Hinz ’93, Werner Auditorium
A series of farcical missteps and confusions cause a hilarious chain-reaction of plot twists and double-entendres followed by a happy ending, of course!
Admission: General $12, Students (with ID) $10 Over 55 $10, CUC students (w/ID) $5
To order tickets for any public performances, call to box office at (708)-209-3469.

Minus Six Benefit Concert - 8:00 p.m. (F) NEW EVENT!
Presented by Spiritual Life Committee, Campus Triangle
A rock/pop group, Minus Six draws influences from many styles. Their concerts are filled with a mix of catchy originals as well as hits from the past and present.
Admission: Free. Spiritual Life will be selling glow sticks for $1/each.
Proceeds will helps sponsor a child in need through Compassion International. Learn more at www.compassion.com.

Saturday, October 18

Homecoming Lounge – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (F)
Alumni Room, KCC
An excellent place to meet up with classmates, the Alumni Room has been reserved all weekend as a space to reminisce with friends, browse yearbooks, or take a break from the festivities.

University Bookstore Blow Out – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lower Level, KCC
Nearly everything’s on sale, so you can stock up on Cougar and Concordia gear. With prices slashed
10–50%, there’s something for everyone! Click here to see what’s on sale.

Campus Tours - 10:30 a.m. (F)
Koehneke Community Center
Meet you tour guide at the KCC lobby to visit familiar haunts and discover new favorites. Or pick up a map at the info booth for a self-guided tour around the campus.

University Homecoming Tailgate - 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (T)
Campus Mall, West End & David/Jonathan Parking Lot
Bring your own tailgate meal or buy football fare on campus and join the festivities at this fall picnic including live music, kids’ games, and more! A special “gold” section has been reserved for the ’83 Conference Champions and current Cougar football parents. Click here for Tailgate Guidelines.
COST: Sodexho’s Tailgate Buffet is $8/person. Tailgate Parking is free and available on a first come, first serve basis. Click Here to View the Tailgate Menu.

Football v. Lakeland College - 1 p.m. (T)
Concordia Athletic Field
Cheer on Coach Lonnie Pries ’93 and his crew. At half-time, meet the 2008 Homecoming Court and celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the ‘83 Illini-Badger Football Conference Champions.
Admission: Adults $5, Students & Seniors $2, Concordia Students and Faculty/Staff FREE with ID, Children Under 12 FREE

All Alumni Fifth Quarter Celebration - 4–7 p.m. (T)
Healy’s Westside, 7321 Madison St., Forest Park Directions from Campus
Spend time with classmates and friends for conversation after the game. Purchase a wristband for two hours of unlimited appetizer buffet and drinks (domestic drafts, house wine, and soda).
Cost: $15/adult and $8/child or soda only.

1983 Illini-Badger Conference Championship (T)
25th Anniversary Celebration 4–7 p.m.
Doc Ryan’s, 7432 W. Madison St., Forest Park Directions from Campus
After the last down, continue the celebration at a post game happy hour on Madison Street. Purchase a wristband for three hours of unlimited appetizer buffet and drinks (domestic drafts, house wine, and soda).
Cost: $15/adult and $8/child (or soda only).

Artists of Concordia Theater present Lend Me a Tenor - 7:30 p.m. (T)
Directed by Julie E. Hinz ’93, Werner Auditorium
A series of farcical missteps and confusions cause a hilarious chain-reaction of plot twists and double-entendres followed by a happy ending, of course!
Admission: General $12, Students (with ID) $10, Over 55 $10, CUC students (w/ID) $5
To order tickets for any public performances, call to box office at (708)-209-3469.

Class of 1998 10th Anniversary Party - 7 p.m. NEW EVENT!
Hosted by Jeff and Mary (LaPorte) Quest
1309 S. Elmwood St., Berwyn Directions from Healy's
The Class of 1998 and friends are invited to continue the celebration of the decade since graduation. Bring a beverage or munchies to share with the crowd.
RSVP: Help us with an idea of how many to expect at 708-209-3509 or crfalumni@CUChicago.edu

Sunday, October 19

Homecoming Lounge – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (F)
Alumni Room, KCC
An excellent place to meet up with classmates, the Alumni Room has been reserved all weekend as a space to reminisce with friends, browse yearbooks, or take a break from the festivities.

Sunday Morning Worship - 10 a.m. (F)
Resurrection Lutheran Church, Chapel of Our Lord
Continue the celebration with Praise & Thanksgiving for all the gifts He has given at the campus’ weekly worship service hosted by Pastor Gary Bertels and Resurrection Lutheran Church.

Sunday Brunch - 11:00 a.m.–12:45 p.m. (T)
Crossroads Dining Hall, KCC
Dine with fellow Cougars for a leisurely brunch buffet before heading home.
COST: Sodexho’s All-You-Care-to-Eat Brunch is $9/person.

Concordia Presents: Music of Distler - 4:00 p.m. (F)
Chapel of Our Lord
Come for Homecoming Weekend – Stay for the Vi Messerli Memorial Lectures in Church Music.
Click here for more information.