Arts, Lectures and Gatherings

Featured Events

Las Californias Indígenas: A Short History of Three Californias
Dean’s Speaker Series

Overton Hall

Historian Damon Akins will discuss alternative narratives centering Native Californians, a population that outnumbered Californios 30:1 throughout the Mexican period, 1821-1850.

Senior Capstone Showcase
One-act plays

Black Box Studio Theatre

Come check out the awesome projects our California Lutheran University students have been working on at their Senior Capstone Showcase.

Afternoon Organ Recital Series
Adán Fernandez

Samuelson Chapel

University organist Adán Fernandez presents an Afternoon Organ Recital.

Spring Choral Concert
Wyant Morton, conductor

Samuelson Chapel

The Cal Lutheran Choir and Cielo (treble choir) present their annual hallmark Spring Choral Concert with conductor Wyant Morton.

“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 Azuza 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.

“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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

Parlor Serenades
String Symphony

Samuelson Chapel

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

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.

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.

New Venture Fair

Soiland Recreation Center

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

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