California Lutheran University
Recent News About California Lutheran University
-
Cal Lutheran introduces women's flag football aiming for NCAA status by 2026
California Lutheran University is set to introduce women's flag football as a club sport in the upcoming spring season.
-
Cal Lutheran stages Molière's comedy 'The Doctor in Spite of Himself
California Lutheran University's Theatre and Dance Department is set to present "The Doctor in Spite of Himself," a classic play by French playwright Molière. The production will be staged from November 7 through November 17 at the Black Box Studio Theatre on the university's campus, with performances scheduled for Thursday through Saturday evenings and a Sunday matinee.
-
Cal Lutheran expands global learning through faculty-led travel seminars
Spring break offers students at Cal Lutheran University an opportunity to deepen their understanding of course material through faculty-led travel seminars. In April 2023, Calley Stein and her classmates traveled to Athens, Greece, with Professor Brian Collins to explore ancient Greek philosophy and history.
-
Executive Talent Management Forum to discuss AI's impact on workplace
Artificial Intelligence is transforming business operations. Research indicates that Generative AI could automate 50% of today's business activities a decade earlier than previously estimated. This shift will impact hours, tasks, and responsibilities across various wage rates and educational backgrounds. Organizations using ChatGPT report completing tasks 25% faster with over 40% higher-quality results.
-
Bank report highlights significant contributions by US Latinas to national economy
(THOUSAND OAKS, CALIF. — Aug. 27, 2024) While Latinos of all genders are drivers of economic growth and a critical source of resilience for the broader U.S. economy, the contribution of U.S. Latinas is extraordinary, giving life to the U.S. economy. This is according to the inaugural Bank of America U.S. Latina GDP Report by California Lutheran University’s Center for Economic Research & Forecasting released Aug. 22 during the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 45th Annual Statewide Convention in Bakersfield.
-
Cal Lutheran welcomes new academic year with diverse student body
California Lutheran University will welcome nearly 700 incoming first-time and transfer students on Aug. 26 for the 2024-2025 school year. These students are among the over 2,300 undergraduate and 1,020 graduate students at the 65-year-old university. This diverse student body demonstrates the school’s commitment to creating educational pathways for people of all backgrounds.
-
Cal Lutheran athletes visit White House amid historic political announcement
Members of Cal Lutheran’s national champion women’s soccer and men’s volleyball teams visited the White House this week, witnessing Vice President Kamala Harris’ first public comments since President Joe Biden announced he would not seek reelection.
-
Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival returns with 'Much Ado About Nothing' & 'Romeo And Juliet
Kevin P. Kern will direct the Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival’s production of "Much Ado About Nothing" from June 21 through July 7, 2024, at California Lutheran University. The festival, themed “The Season of Love,” will feature two of William Shakespeare’s most beloved plays: "Romeo and Juliet" and "Much Ado About Nothing."
-
Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival returns with classic plays this summer
Kevin P. Kern will direct the Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival’s production of Much Ado About Nothing from June 21 through July 7, 2024, at California Lutheran University.
-
California Lutheran University announces leadership transition
California Lutheran University Board of Regents announced today that President Lori Varlotta will step down from her role effective May 31, 2024. Dr. John Nunes, most recently pastor at Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Santa Monica, California, and former president of Concordia College New York, will serve as interim president for a two-year term beginning on June 1, 2024.
-
California Lutheran University announces new interim president
The California Lutheran University Board of Regents announced today that President Lori Varlotta will step down from her role effective May 31, 2024. Dr. John Nunes, most recently pastor at Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Santa Monica, CA, and former president of Concordia College New York, will serve as interim president for a two-year term beginning on June 1, 2024.
-
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.
-
California Lutheran University celebrates graduation for over one thousand students
California Lutheran University will celebrate the graduation of 1,031 students at its 2024 commencement ceremonies on May 10 in William Rolland Stadium on the Thousand Oaks campus. The 61st annual Undergraduate Commencement at 8:30 a.m. will honor 604 traditional undergraduates and 44 in the Bachelor’s Degree for Professionals program. Graduate Commencement at 2:30 p.m. will recognize 383 students, including 358 earning master’s degrees and 25 receiving doctorates.
-
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...
-
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...
-
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...
-
Angel City FC extends contract with California Lutheran University through new agreement
Angel City Football Club Extends Contract with California Lutheran University as the Team Training Site
-
Kingsmen volleyball advances to NCAA Division III Final Four
Cal Lutheran men's volleyball is advancing to the Final Four.
-
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...
-
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...