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Catching Up with Our Alumni

By East Ventura News | Apr 5, 2024

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

By East Ventura News | Apr 5, 2024

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

By East Ventura News | Apr 4, 2024

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

By East Ventura News | Apr 4, 2024

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

By East Ventura News | Apr 4, 2024

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

By East Ventura News | Apr 4, 2024

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

By East Ventura News | Apr 4, 2024

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...