Arts, Lectures and Gatherings

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The Lost Art of Instrumental Music with Cary Ginell
Fifty and Better Spring Session

Lundring Events Center and Zoom

"The Lost Art of Instrumental Music" focuses on a time in popular music history when creativity in composing music without vocals not only flourished but was commercially viable.

The Technology of Ancient Art with Scott Jones
Fifty and Better Spring Session

Lundring Events Center and Zoom

This interdisciplinary course will explore the science and engineering aspects of ancient art from cave paintings to frescoes, mummy portraits and sculptures in stone and bronze.

The Soviet Union: An Insider's View with Asya Pereltsvaig, PhD
Fifty and Better Spring Session

Online via Zoom

In this course, we will consider the Soviet planned economy, its repressive dictatorial political regime and its imperial nature.

Architects Who Defined the California Landscape with Eleanor Schrader
Fifty and Better Spring Session

Online via Zoom

This class will explore works of distinguished California architects such as Paul Williams, Wallace Neff, Richard Neutra, Rudolph Schindler, Julia Morgan, John Lautner and others.

Examining Cults with Jason Hensley, PhD
Fifty and Better Spring Session

Online via Zoom

This series will examine cults in general, and then probe deep into specific case studies like Jonestown, Waco, and a more modern cult, NXIVM.

The In-Between: Senior Art Exhibit 2025

William Rolland Gallery of Fine Art

The In-Between explores the moments that bridge past and present, childhood and adulthood, and what is with what will be.

Spirituality, Liberation and the Stories that Make Us
Cole Arthur Riley

Samuelson Chapel

Writing memorably of her childhood and coming to self, Cole Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith.

“Pachappa Camp: The First Koreatown in the United States”
History Lecture Series

Ullman Conference Center 100/101

Edward T. Chang, PhD, will discuss the first Koreatown in the United States, which is in Southern California.

Deconstructing Disability: A Multigenerational Family Perspective
DEIJB Lecture Series

Online via Zoom

Tammy Bachrach, PhD, of Azusa Pacific University, and Mina Chun, PhD, will discuss their research study focused on the experiences of a family following the death of a family member born with Down syndrome in 1961.

Orchestral Vignettes: Student Soloists in the Spotlight
Breanna Thornton and Michael Hart, conductors

Samuelson Chapel

Student soloists selected through a competitive audition will perform with the Cal Lutheran String Symphony and Wind Symphony.

Divine Light in Paris: Medieval Art and Architecture (Two Parts)
FABulous Spring Lecture Series

Lundring Events Center & Online via Zoom

This two-part lecture will focus on the development of art and architecture of the Middle Ages as centered and still visible in Paris.

Sports Management: Fields of Opportunity
Job and Intern Fair

Soiland Recreation Center

The Sports Career Fair connects students with exclusive job, internship and networking opportunities across professional teams, athletics, media, training and esports through the Sports Management program’s partnerships.

“Weaving Stories for Indigenous Presence and Futures”
Dean's Speaker Series

Navajo scholar Amanda Tachine, PhD, will share findings from her book, Native Presence and Sovereignty in College: Indigenous Weapons to Defeat Systemic Monsters. This lecture has been rescheduled from November 2024.

Ragtime: The First American Form of Popular Music
FABulous Spring Lecture Series

Lundring Events Center & Online via Zoom

In addition to learning about the lives of ragtime greats like Scott Joplin, we’ll hear examples of rags and their effect on popular music in the early 20th century.

Signs Along the Way Discernment Event

PLTS Campus in Berkeley, CA

Engage your sense of call

Scandinavian Festival 2025

Kingsmen Park

This festival of Nordic culture features music, dancing, cooking and craft demonstrations, vendors, and activities for people of all ages.

2025 Luther Lecture
feat. Dr. Marcella K. Perett

Zoom and on campus

Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary Luther Lecture feat. Dr. Marcella K. Perett

Studies in the Declaration of Independence (Two Parts)
FABulous Spring Lecture Series

Lundring Events Center & Online via Zoom

This series of lectures will delve into the text and will discuss, in the context of the late 1700s, what the document meant to its signers and what it means to American citizens today.

Afternoon Organ Recital Series

Samuelson Chapel

University organist Adán Fernandez will perform a 30-minute organ recital.

Areté Sings the Best of Broadway
Wyant Morton, conductor

Samuelson Chapel

The innovative professional vocal ensemble concludes its 16th season with an eclectic concert featuring music from the Broadway stage.

24th Annual CLA Student Scholarship Golf Tournament

Tierra Rejada Golf Club, 15187 Tierra Rejada Road in Moorpark

Get ready for a day of swings, putts and camaraderie at the Tierra Rejada Golf Club.

Vacation Homes, Enchanted Family Memories and Inequalities
Michelle Janning, PhD

Swenson Center for Social and Behavioral Sciences, Room 101

Sociologist Michelle Janning, PhD, will present research findings from her new book and discuss how family vacation homes are a compelling site to examine social roles, relationships and social inequalities.

Buildings That Define American Cities: San Francisco & NYC (Two Parts)
FABulous Spring Lecture Series

Oxnard Campus & Online via Zoom

From historical to contemporary structures, these lectures will explore the iconic structures that identify various American cities and how they came to be.

Earth Day Sustainability Fair

Kingsmen Park

The annual Earth Day Sustainability Fair brings the community together to raise awareness of and inspire action for environmental sustainability.

Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions
DEIJB Lecture Series

Swenson 101/102

Kristine Jan Cruz Espinoza, PhD, will present "Deep Roots, Strong Branches: The Foundation and Future of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions."

Dorothea Lange: “That Such Things Could Be”
FABulous Spring Lecture Series

Online Via Zoom

Dorothea Lange produced an astonishing body of photographic work in a career that lasted from the 1920s, when she ran the most successful portrait studio in San Francisco.

Wind Ensemble Concert
Michael Hart, conductor

Samuelson Chapel

Join the Cal Lutheran Wind Ensemble, conducted by Michael Hart, for a diverse program of powerful and engaging works showcasing the talents of student musicians.

Sedalia Ragtime Orchestra Performance
Presented by Fifty and Better

Samuelson Chapel

The Sedalia Ragtime Orchestra consists of local musicians who are devoted to presenting the authentic music of the ragtime era.

Parlor Serenades
String Symphony

Samuelson Chapel

The Cal Lutheran String Symphony will present eclectic pairings of string chamber music; conducted by Breanna Thornton.

Perspectives in Political Science
Festival of Scholars

Soiland Humanities Center, Room 116

Join us for a panel showcasing political science student projects. Explore how students apply their knowledge to real-world issues — analyzing policy, addressing social challenges and fostering civic engagement.

In Community: Unpacking Research for Change
Festival of Scholars

Kwan Fong Gallery

The Center for Equity and Justice presents "In Community: Unpacking Research for Change," an engaging session that highlights equity and justice research themes.

Theater Presentations
Festival of Scholars

Preus-Brandt Forum

Celebrate the creativity and talent of our Theatre Arts students!

Bachelor’s Degree for Professionals Program Session
Festival of Scholars

Overton Hall

Come celebrate the hard work and achievements of students in the Bachelor’s Degree for Professionals Program.

Writing Center Pedagogy and Research
Festival of Scholars

Pearson Library

Join us for a session featuring the research of our peer writing consultants!

Social and Behavioral Sciences Research Poster Session
Festival of Scholars

Soiland Recreation Center

Come check out the Social and Behavioral Sciences Interactive Student Research Poster Session!

Jazz Collective Concert
Uziel Colón, conductor

Samuelson Chapel

The Cal Lutheran Jazz Collective will perform a dynamic mix of music by jazz legends and contemporary composers.

Philosophy Capstone Presentations
Festival of Scholars

Swenson 118

Join us as senior philosophy students present their capstone research projects.

2025 Student Film Showcase
Festival of Scholars

Overton Hall

Join us for a special screening of films created by Cal Lutheran senior students.

Graduate School of Education Research Symposium
Festival of Scholars

Soiland Recreation Center

Students in the Graduate School of Education's Master of Teacher Leadership Program will present their Education Improvement Plans in a poster session format.

Mariachi Ensemble
Rocio Marron, conductor

Samuelson Chapel

The Mariachi Ensemble will blend tradition and innovation to perform a selection of vibrant and emotive pieces that showcase the depth and energy of this beloved genre.

Community Scholars for Black Lives Fellowship Program Presentations
Festival of Scholars

Overton Hall

Join us for a special event highlighting the inspiring work of the Community Scholars for Black Lives program at California Lutheran University.

Seminary and Social Justice

Virtual

One of the key orienting perspectives that guide the PLTS curriculum is learning at the nexus of race, class, gender, and earth justice. Join the “Seminary and Social Justice” webinar to learn more about what this means for students.

 

New Venture Fair

Soiland Recreation Center

In this expo-style event, student teams will share their innovative startup projects in a competitive environment.

Creative Evolution
Dance concert

Preus-Brandt Forum

This new kind of dance concert will be filled with student experimentation. Watch the creativity of our students and see how their dances have evolved over time.

School of Management Graduation Banquet

Kingsmen Park

Join us for the School of Management Class of 2025 Graduation Banquet! Celebrate your achievements with friends, family and faculty in a joyful evening under the stars at Kingsmen Park. Don’t miss this special night!

TEEM Berkeley at Luther Seminary

St. Paul, MN

TEEM Berkeley meets in-person at Luther Seminary in St. Paul

TEIL PLTS Portland

Portland, OR

TEIL PLTS meets in-person in Portland, OR

TEEM PLTS-IKS in Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis, IN

TEEM PLTS-IKS meets in-person in Indianapolis, IN

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