Brown and Gold

Concordia’s first annual magazine appeared in 1924. The Brown and Gold was the work of the students, with practically everyone helping in one way or another. The 64 pages included photos of classes and teams, sports reports, poems, cartoons and photo collages. The jokes and riddles which make up the last nine pages are rather dated, and unlikely to appeal to today’s reader.

Interestingly enough, the cover illustration which features wattle entwining the college badge and logo, was drawn in less than an hour in Indian ink. This same cover was used each year until 1937.




The aims of the magazine were clearly stated in this first issue.
To present to you some inside glimpses of life at Concordia
To have you understand Concordia better, and to make you love her more
To provide a little healthful entertainment
To make members of Synod certain that we appreciate all that is done on our behalf
To give past students an opportunity to keep in touch with their Alma Mater.

The last Brown and Gold was the 2000 edition. The following year the annual school magazine was renamed Concordia College Review.