Concordia University-NebraskaStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Seward, NE. Operating on a semester system.

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Seward, NE
2K+ students
@cune.edu
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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Concordia University-Nebraska

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
16
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

69 entries
  1. Fall 2026 5-week Session One
  2. Fall 2026 First 8-Week SessionUndergraduate Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session
  3. Fall 2026 8-week Session One
  4. Fall Semester 2026Undergraduate Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  5. Fall A 2026Graduate Fall A 2026
  6. Fall 2026 5-week Session Two
  7. Undergraduate Fall 2026 Second 8-Week Session
  8. Fall 2026 Second 8-Week Session
  9. Fall 2026 8-week Session Two
  10. Fall B 2026Graduate Fall B 2026
  11. Fall 2026 5-week Session Three
  12. Graduate Spring A 2027Spring A 2027
  13. Spring 2027 5-week Session One
  14. Spring 2027 First 8-Week SessionUndergraduate Spring 2027 First 8-Week Session
  15. Spring 2027 8-week Session One
  16. Spring Semester 2027Undergraduate Spring Semester 2027
  17. Spring 2027 5-week Session Two
  18. Graduate Spring B 2027Spring B 2027
  19. Undergraduate Spring 2027 Second 8-Week Session
  20. Spring 2027 Second 8-Week Session
  21. Spring 2027 8-week Session Two
  22. Spring 2027 5-week Session Three
  23. Summer 2027 5-week Session OneSummer 2027 First 5-Week Session
  24. Summer 2027 8-week Session OneSummer 2027 First 8-Week Session
  25. Graduate Summer A 2027Summer A 2027
  26. Summer Semester 2027
  27. Summer 2027 5-week Session TwoSummer 2027 Second 5-Week Session
  28. Graduate Summer B 2027Summer 2027 8-week Session TwoSummer 2027 Second 8-Week SessionSummer B 2027
  29. Summer 2027 5-week Session ThreeSummer 2027 Third 5-Week Session
  30. Fall Semester 2027Undergraduate Fall Semester 2027
  31. Fall 2027 Graduate Module AFall A 2027Graduate Fall A 2027
  32. Fall 2027 Graduate Module BFall B 2027Graduate Fall B 2027
  33. Graduate Spring A 2028Spring 2028 Graduate Module ASpring A 2028
  34. Spring Semester 2028Undergraduate Spring Semester 2028
  35. Graduate Spring B 2028Spring 2028 Graduate Module BSpring B 2028
  36. Graduate Summer A 2028Summer 2028 Graduate Module ASummer A 2028
  37. Summer Semester 2028Undergraduate Summer Semester 2028
  38. Graduate Summer B 2028Summer 2028 Graduate Module BSummer B 2028

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16 terms

1

10:31
10:31 Coffee Shop, located in the Janzow Campus Center, named after 1 Corinthians 10:31.

B

Bulldogs
The official mascot and collective name for the student body and athletic teams.

C

C-Club
The athletic booster organization that supports Bulldog athletics and intramurals.
CAB
Concordia Activities Board, the student-led group that plans campus events and entertainment.
CUNE
The common acronym used by students and faculty to refer to Concordia University, Nebraska.

D

David
David Hall, a traditional men's residence hall.

J

Jonathan
Jonathan Hall, a traditional men's residence hall.

M

MM
Mary-Martha Hall, a traditional women's residence hall.

R

Ruth
Ruth Hall, a traditional women's residence hall.

S

Schuelke
Schuelke Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen.
Seward
Refers to the town of Seward, Nebraska, where the campus is located; often used when discussing off-campus trips.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student voice on campus.

T

The Doghouse
The snack bar and grill area located on the lower level of the Janzow Campus Center.
The Janz
The Janzow Cattle Co. Dining Hall, the primary campus cafeteria located in the Janzow Campus Center.
The Quads
Refers to the cluster of residence halls including David, Ruth, Mary-Martha, and Jonathan.
The Sower
The official student-run newspaper of Concordia University, Nebraska.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
10_31_coffee
10:31 Coffee
Blackboard
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course materials, assignments, and online discussions.
Brommer
Brommer Art Center, the facility dedicated to the visual arts and galleries.
CUNE Alert
The emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus safety or weather closures.
dog_house_grill
Dog House Grill
Janzow Bottom
The lower level of the Janzow Campus Center, housing the mailroom, bookstore, and 10:31 Coffee Shop.
Jesse
Jesse Hall, a building housing various academic departments and faculty offices.
The Link
The Link Library and Learning Commons, the primary hub for research, tutoring, and study.
The Portal
The internal web portal (CUNE Portal) used by students to access grades, registration, and financial info.
the_eatery_dining_hall
The Eatery (Dining Hall)
Thom
Thom Leadership Education Center, housing classrooms and the education department.
Walz
The Walz Human Performance Center, the main athletic and fitness complex.
Weller
Weller Hall, the historic main administration building which also houses the chapel and auditorium.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Business Club (Phi Beta Lambda)

An organization for students studying within the business department to learn about service and leadership. Members manage the on-campus 10:31 Coffee shop.

Open to all

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Pre-Health Club

A group designed to help students support each other as they prepare for medical school and future health professions.

Open to all

Source: cune.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Christmas at Concordia

A cherished annual tradition of community events including Christmas concerts, a tree lighting, and an open house to celebrate the season.

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Homecoming

An annual tradition in the fall to celebrate the university's ministry, education, and family with students, alumni, and the community.

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LAUNCH Weekend

An opening weekend event series designed to welcome new and returning students to campus before the fall semester begins.

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Spring Weekend

A weekend of activities and events sponsored by the Student Activities Council to celebrate the spring semester.

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Source: cune.edu · Verified 2 months ago

Resources & spaces

Academic Resource Center

Offers academic support services to help students achieve their educational goals.

Open to all

Source: cune.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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History and Literature of the Old Testament

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Life in Seward for Concordia University-Nebraska Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Seward.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$900

Cost of Living Index

92

Student Population

2,500

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Limited demand-response transit within county, School and university transit services

Nearest Airports

Lincoln Airport (regional, ~25 mi southeast), Seward Municipal Airport (general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49°F

Avg Snowfall

26 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Parking

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Registration and permit required.

Visitor Parking

surface_lot

Temporary permits are typically available for guests.

Campus News

Latest updates from Concordia University-Nebraska

PlantNebraska Trees for Nebraska Towns Initiative grant adds 15 trees to Concordia Nebraska campus

Concordia University, Nebraska received a grant to plant 15 new trees on campus as part of a state-wide initiative.

Oct 30, 2026

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Second triennial Great Plains Lutheran Educators Conference brings more than 650 to Concordia Nebraska campus

Over 650 educators gathered at Concordia for a conference focusing on Lutheran education in the Great Plains region.

Oct 30, 2026

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Concordia Nebraska A Cappella Choir to perform at NMEA annual conference

The University's A Cappella Choir was selected to perform at the Nebraska Music Education Association conference.

Oct 29, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Concordia University-Nebraska

Concordia's National Honor Band

November 5, 2026

Borland Center for Music and Theatre / St. John Lutheran Church

Concordia's National Honor Band performance involving students from across the country.

Concordia's National Honor Choir

November 6, 2026

St. John Lutheran Church

National Honor Choir event bringing together high school singers to perform at Concordia.

Guest Recital - Teimuraz Janikashvili & Elizabeth Grimpo

November 7, 2026

Recital Hall - Borland Center for Music and Theatre

A musical performance featuring Teimuraz Janikashvili and Elizabeth Grimpo.

Orchestra Concert

November 8, 2026

St. John Lutheran Church, Seward, Neb.

The Concordia University Orchestra performs its fall concert.

University Band & Percussion Concert

November 10, 2026

St. John Lutheran Church, Seward, Neb.

Performance by the University Band and Percussion Ensemble.

Chamber Music Recital

November 13, 2026

Recital Hall - Borland Center for Music and Theatre

A recital featuring various chamber music ensembles.

Nebraska Ag Summit

November 18, 2026

Cattle Conference Room

An immersive day exploring the agriculture industry with the theme 'Fields of the Future'.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Concordia University-Nebraska

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

12 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Boaz Hall

Room types: Traditional rooms

David Hall

Capacity: 294

Room types: Traditional rooms, Suites

Dorcas Hall

Capacity: 90

Room types: Traditional rooms

Esther Hall

Room types: Double

Jonathan Hall

Room types: Four-person apartments, Two bedrooms per apartment

Livedalen Hall

Capacity: 220

Room types: not specified

Obed Hall

Capacity: 68

Room types: Two-bedroom suites

Philip Hall

Ruth Hall

Room types: Traditional rooms

Schuelke Hall

Capacity: 23

Room types: Single

Strieter Hall

Timothy Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@cune.edu

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