Concordia Chronicle

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE AND IMPACTFUL MOMENTS AT CONCORDIA IN CHOIR/FINE ARTS? Oh wow. It’s impossible to even narrow it down to a few, but I’ll do my best. While I did learn a lot from getting to travel to AMIS Honor Choir, APAC festivals, and NYC and I definitely have great memories from these moments, I think the most impactful moments for me happened right at Concordia. Whether in choir or theatre, going to rehearsal meant coming... Read More

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE AND IMPACTFUL MOMENTS AT CONCORDIA IN BAND/MUSIC? From jazz band at that one auction, the small wind ensemble quintet of 2010, all the way to the combined band, orchestra, and choir, playing in multiple settings and bands throughout high school has definitely been quite memorable and very enjoyable! Read More

Most people experience some degree of homesickness (culture shock) in the time after they settle into their new home in Shanghai. In the first few months, the feeling is usually lost among the new and exciting experiences that people encounter everyday after an international relocation. If, over time, you or your family seem to be missing home more than usual, here are some tips for lessening the impact of homesickness. Read More

The most memorable moment in the Concordia theatre program was watching each production slowly build, and feeling the rush of excitement when each piece of the puzzle fell into place for the first time. My experiences in Concordia theatre taught me perseverance and working with many different types of people, which I think is important for all parts of life. - Sophie Ideker Concordia class of 2017, student at University of Indiana. Read More

For years, schools have been aware of the instrumental effects the arts have on a student’s overall academic performance, from improved motor skills and language ability, to higher scores on standardized tests. Comprehensive research from organizations such as the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies has shown that music education enriches both math and language learning; that participation in theatre improves reading and oral language... Read More

The area known as Xujiahui sits on the one square mile site of Saint Ignatius Cathedral established with land donated by the family of Xu Guangxi whose name is parent to Xujiahui. Xu was famous for his conversion to Catholicism and support of the church. At its height, the complex was home to orphanages, schools, monasteries, libraries, and an observatory. Its establishment led to an effective expansion of the size of the French Concession as... Read More

Every city has a few important questions about them that define what they are broadly speaking. If you can answer those questions with authority, then the initial decisions you make about where you want to live will be based more soundly on your preferences and after your move, your expectations about what you expected will be met more effectively. For Shanghai, the first thing you need to know is that in many ways it’s not one city but two. Read More

The area now known as Xintiandi was one of the poorest in Shanghai before Hong Kong-based property developers Shui On Group and American architect Ben Wood rejuvenated the area by razing it to the ground and rebuilding with a design generally reflecting the shikumen-style lane houses originally built on the site. Read More

WHICH UNIVERSITY ARE YOU PLANNING TO ATTEND AND WHAT INFLUENCED YOUR CHOICE? I am very excited to study computer science at Harvard's class of '22! While Harvard has a great CS department, the main reason I chose Harvard was because of the institution's awareness of the role of technology in the evolution and development of society. I think this aligns both with Concordia's strength in STEM and its focus on service. (Tbh, one thing that did not... Read More

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE AND IMPACTFUL MOMENTS IN THE CONCORDIA THEATRE PROGRAM? The community I believe was the most memorable. It was so rewarding to be surrounded by like-minded people telling stories. It was my most favorite class. Read More

Without getting into too many details, what is referred to today as the French Concession is really a land grant of 66 hectares made by the acting governor of Shanghai Lin Kouei for a French Settlement in 1849. This occurred in the backdrop of what is referred to as the First Opium War that saw the British Empire and Qing Dynasty forces have a series of military engagements over conflicting viewpoints on diplomatic relations, trade, and the... Read More

WHICH UNIVERSITY ARE YOU PLANNING TO ATTEND AND WHAT INFLUENCED YOUR CHOICE? The University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. I chose this school because of the top-notch, direct entry veterinary medicine program. They have one of the best Exotic Animal hospitals and the Roslin Institute (where Dolly the Sheep was cloned) is right next to the teaching building as it is part of the Dick Vet School. The student support... Read More

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE AND IMPACTFUL MOMENTS AT CONCORDIA IN BAND/MUSIC? One of the most remarkable things about Mr. Chapman is that he definitely cares about his band members like family. No matter how difficult or early our extra practices were, year after year the core members come back and ready to do it all over again. You could feel that every moment was impactful for him, and it showed through every practice. Obviously, every... Read More

This week, we wrap up our list of tips inspired by the Love and Logic parenting course, led by our Concordia counselors. Through this course, we hope to equip parents with applicable skills that they can use with their kids which will create a happier climate at home as well as how they can maximize the potential of their kids, says ES Counselor Ben Fishman. Read More

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE AND IMPACTFUL MOMENTS AT CONCORDIA IN CHOIR/FINE ARTS? One of my greatest memories at CISS with Fine Arts was always the Pops concerts at the end of the year. Every group could see every other group perform and it was just amazing to be a part of. The following days kids would talk about how much fun it was or how good something sounded. It really felt like a community and we were brought closer together... Read More

Jing'an If you were asked to name the the pulsing retail center of the Chinese universe, Jing'an would be first on your lips. In the whole country, no other street is quite like Nanjing West Road. That said, the area buzzes with life and vitality. At 7.62 square kilometers it is one of Shanghai’s smallest districts and one of its most densely populated with about 40,000 people per square kilometer. One of the oldest luxury serviced apartments... Read More

We’ve all heard that parenting does not come with a manual, but that doesn’t mean mothers and fathers are on their own when it comes to improving their parenting skills. Each year Concordia hosts a parenting course designed to equip both new and seasoned parents with techniques to enhance their child-rearing repertoire. In these courses, parents explore research-based methods for building constructive relationships, managing anger and... Read More

Lujiazui was purpose-built to be the financial center of China on a small peninsula extending into the Huangpu River directly across from the old financial center of the city on the Bund. As recent as 1992, the area was a collection of factories, low-rise buildings and even some rice paddies. Read More