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The history of Concordia St. Paul is written by the lives of our alumni, so big news or small, we want to hear it all! If you have landed a promotion, welcomed a new family member, or moved to a new city, let us know by submitting an alumni note. Help us fill our future publications with the incredible things our alumni are doing.

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  • John Lindner

    Class of 1972

    John Linder, B.A. ’72 passed away on June 7, 2025.

  • David Preuss

    Class of 1959

    David Preuss, H.S. ’57, J.C. ’59 celebrated the 60th anniversary of ordination on May 18, 2025. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Eyota, Minn. held a surprise party. Pastor Bill Pieper, who shared team ministry for a decade, gave the message.

    David Preuss

  • Emily Davis

    Class of 2012

    Emily Davis, B.A. ’15 will be inducted into NSIC Hall of Fame. A four-time National Champion, Davis becomes CSP’s eighth NSIC Hall of Fame selection.

    Emily Davis

  • Carol Tolzin (Schultze)

    Class of 1962

    Carol (Schultze) Tolzin, J.C. ’62 passed away on on June 4, 2025.

  • Marion Pollatz (Ude)

    Class of 1957

    Marion Pollatz, J.C. ’57 passed away on April 6, 2025.

  • Chanda Smith Baker

    Class of 2009

    Chanda Smith Baker, M.A. ’09 was selected as a 2025 Bush Fellow. The Bush Foundation website states, “Bush Fellows are leaders who are already doing amazing things in their communities — and they have big ideas for what more is possible.” www.bushfoundation.org/fellows/chanda-smith-baker/

    Chanda Smith Baker

  • Madison Stutters

    Class of 2023

    Madison Stutters, B.S.N. ’23 passed away on March 30, 2025.

  • Anne Gonzalez (Podoll)

    Class of 2005

    Anne (Podoll) Gonzalez, B.A. ’05 graduated from the University of San Diego with her Master’s Degree in Learning Design and Technology.

    Anne Gonzalez (Podoll)

  • Jessica Dame Carroll

    Class of 2024

    Jessica Dame Carroll, B.S.N. ’24 recently completed her Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Concordia University, Saint Paul, after a career in medical research and teaching. Inspired by nursing students and her own health journey, she is now a registered nurse completing a residency in cardiovascular care at Kaiser Permanente. Her story was featured…

    Jessica Dame Carroll

  • Thomas Marcsisak

    Class of 1981

    Tom Marcsisak, B.A. ’81 was named one of FOX 9’s Top Teachers for 2025. Tom is a teacher at Zion Lutheran School in Cologne, Minn.

    Thomas Marcsisak

  • Mathilda Hemme (Hinkelman)

    Class of 1964

    Mathilda (Hinkelman) Hemme, ’64 married David Hemme on July 16, 1966. He passed away in January 2024.

  • Liam Boris

    Class of 2022

    Liam Boris, B.A. ’22 is grateful for his faculty advisor, Professor Renata, who recognized his interest in the human side of business and service. With this in mind, Professor Renata suggested and approved his enrollment in MAN 420, Managing Volunteers and Fundraising, with Professor Christa Getchell. It was in this course that he fell in…

    Liam Boris