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Recent News About California Lutheran University
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Spiral Bound: Diving Into the Doubting Disorder" - A Journey of Courage and Creativity
Jazzy Colbert is a force of nature with a lot of options. So as the California Lutheran University senior prepares to receive her customized degree in interdisciplinary studies and launch into her post-graduate life, her biggest challenge may be deciding which of her many talents will ultimately define her career.
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California Lutheran University Commencement Celebrates 1,031 Graduates
California Lutheran University is set to honor its Class of 2024, comprised of 1,031 graduates, at the upcoming commencement ceremonies. The university will hold the ceremonies on May 10 at the William Rolland Stadium on the Thousand Oaks campus.Cal Lutheran President, Lori E. Varlotta, emphasized the theme of "Stay Curious" for the graduates, highlighting the importance of asking probing questions and exploring complex issues. Varlotta expressed confidence that the graduates will carry this spirit of curiosity into their future endeavors.Among the distinguished...
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Cal Lutheran Men's Volleyball Team Clinches 2024 NCAA Division III National Championship
The Cal Lutheran men’s volleyball team emerged victorious in the 2024 NCAA Division III National Championship held on Sunday, April 28, in Dubuque, Iowa. The Kingsmen secured a decisive 3-0 victory over the Vassar College Brewers with scores of 25-22, 25-23, 25-23.Reflecting on the team's triumph, head coach Kevin Judd expressed his pride, stating, “The Kingsmen can now call themselves champions. The 17 strong; these past two weeks showed that we were 17 strong.”Michael Stahl's outstanding performance on the court earned him the title of Most Outstanding Player of the...
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Angel City Football Club Extends Contract with California Lutheran University
The Angel City Football Club (ACFC) has extended its contract with California Lutheran University as its training site for the National Women’s Soccer League team. The new two-year agreement, with a possible one-year extension, allows ACFC to continue training at North Field and utilize the facilities within William Rolland Stadium and Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center.Cal Lutheran President Lori E. Varlotta expressed her support for the partnership, stating, “The Angel City football team includes athletes who are top in their sport. As such, the entire club serves as a...
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Spotlight: Love of language
Cal Lutheran senior Jazzy Colbert beautifully expressed the pain of feeling unnoticed in the poem “Lost, I Linger” featured in the 2023 edition of Morning Glory: “It hurts to be haunted when no one can notice.”Jacqueline Lyons, Cal Lutheran professor of English and creative writing, emphasized the importance of recognition for artists, stating, “All artists, no matter the medium, want people to notice their work, especially when they are sharing their very souls in meticulously crafted words, sounds and visuals.”Lyons, as the faculty adviser for Morning Glory, works...
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Center for Nonprofit Leadership Raises $1.5 Million, Cal Lutheran Receives $1.2M Federal Grant, and Students Win Sports Management Projects Competition
The Center for Nonprofit Leadership at Cal Lutheran has successfully raised over $1.5 million, marking a significant milestone in the organization's history. The TOLD Foundation of Camarillo made the largest single donation of $1 million, kickstarting the Campaign for the Future. Rod Gilbert, President of the TOLD Foundation, expressed his delight, stating, "We are thrilled the Center for Nonprofit Leadership reached its goal in the Campaign for the Future."The generous donations from various philanthropists, including the TOLD Foundation, have enabled the Center for...
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Cal Lutheran Athletics Welcomes New Director and Coaches
Howard Davis has been named the permanent director of athletics at Cal Lutheran, expressing his excitement by stating, “I could not be more excited and honored to serve in this role.” Davis, an alumnus of Cal Lutheran, brings extensive experience in athletics leadership and collegiate administration to the position. His appointment has been well-received by Matthew Ward, Cal Lutheran's vice president of Enrollment Management and Student Success, who expressed his enthusiasm for the future of the athletics program under Davis's leadership.In an internal promotion, Erik...
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Catching Up with Our Alumni
Linda (Endow ’74) Hall recently retired after teaching for 42 years, and works at Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic in Idaho, which she has owned for 41 years. She was inducted into the Idaho Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame for 27 years of volunteer service to USA Wrestling, and is a proud Grammy to Theo, Narasha and Charley Hall.Larry Hayes ’74 served in the U.S. Army as a military police officer from 1966-68, and received his associate’s degree in business administration from Ventura Junior College in 1972 and his bachelor’s degree in management from Cal...
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California Lutheran University President Calls for Embracing Students' Purpose
California Lutheran University President, Lori E. Varlotta, has echoed the sentiment of the Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, emphasizing the importance of guiding students to discover their calling and purpose in life. Varlotta endorsed the view that institutions like universities play a crucial role in this endeavor, stating, "Such stories illustrate what institutions like ours aim to do."Varlotta also aligned with David Cunningham's assertion that "Colleges Have Callings, Too," suggesting that institutions should...
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Inspiring women, girls with an epic accomplishment
Kelsey Myers ’08 has completed her world record attempt at being the first woman to complete the equivalent of six triathlons on six continents in six days. The incredible journey took her across the globe, from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to Portugal, Morocco, Oman, Australia, and finally, Malibu, California, on International Women’s Day.At each location, Kelsey conquered a .9-mile swim, a 24.8-mile bike ride, and a 6.2-mile run, showcasing her remarkable endurance and determination. Reflecting on her feat, Kelsey expressed her relief at the smooth logistics, stating, “The...
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Meeting Their Matches
Cal Lutheran has been a witness to numerous love stories over the years, with alumni sharing their tales of romance that began under the shadow of Enormous Luther. From chance encounters to shared classes, these couples found love on campus and have since built lasting relationships. One alumna, Ariana (Sanchez ’17) Chavez, reminisced about meeting her husband on campus through the Student Support Services program. She recalled, "Danny asked me if I wanted to meet up for In-N-Out, and we’ve been together since."Another couple, Karen (Person ’69) Jackson and Jeffrey...
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Vocations: Reaching for the stars
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, has welcomed Joshua McCall as a cybersecurity data analyst. McCall, a former fourth-grader who once visited the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center and now finds fulfillment in protecting crucial data for space exploration, expressed his enthusiasm by stating, “I’m part of the team that protects and secures the critical data that makes space exploration possible.”McCall's journey towards a career at NASA began with a passion for space nurtured by his love for learning and a background in computer science. His...
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A Lasting Legacy: Cal Lutheran Women’s Soccer Team Clinches Historic NCAA Championship
The Cal Lutheran women’s soccer team, under the guidance of head coach Frank Marino, embarked on their preseason with a unique ritual of reading and discussing inspirational books to instill values that transcend the field. One such quote from the book "Legacy" by James Kerr resonated deeply with the team, as Marino emphasized, “Your role is to leave the jersey in a better place.”In a remarkable turn of events, the Regals clinched the NCAA Division III National Championship for the first time in the university’s history, solidifying their legacy as one of the most...
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Student Scientists Leading the Way
Student scientists at California Lutheran University are making significant strides in the field of biosciences. Alina Tong, a senior biology major, along with her fellow student Alexis Jones and their professors, recently published a research paper in the journal Biochemistry. The paper, titled “Characterization of a FourU RNA Thermometer in the 5’ Untranslated Region of Autolysin Gene blyA in the Bacillus subtilis 168 Prophage SPβ,” explores the regulation of gene expression at the RNA level.In the study, Tong and Jones focused on RNA thermometers (RNATs) and their role...
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Angel City Football Club Executives Share Insights into the Business Side of Sports
Angel City Football Club (ACFC) executives are set to offer valuable insights into the business side of sports at an upcoming event hosted by California Lutheran University. The event, scheduled for April 17, will provide students and the community with the opportunity to engage with professionals who are leaders in the sports industry.According to Cal Lutheran President Lori E. Varlotta, the collaboration between the university and ACFC is a testament to the vision of providing students with real-world perspectives from industry experts. Varlotta highlighted the...