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Community Leaders Association

The CLU Community Leaders Association supports California Lutheran University as its ambassadors into the community, raising awareness of campus initiatives and events, as well as funds for scholarships and academic programs.

News & Announcements

Gala Benefits CLU Programs

On Saturday evening, November 8, the Community Leaders Association hosted its 29th Annual Auction in the Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center at California Lutheran University. The Violet and Gold Gala provides the funding for important faculty grants and CLU student scholarships.

The Violet and Gold Gala began with cocktails and a silent auction at 5:30 p.m. Dinner, student entertainment and a live auction followed. The oral and silent auctions featured fun-filled vacation packages, jewelry, home entertainment items, dining experiences, golf packages and professional sporting event tickets. Tex Ward, who served as general manager of the Conejo Recreation and Park District for 38 years and helped preserve the area's open space, served as honorary chair. KLCU general manager, Mary Olson, served as the program emcee. Visit our sponsors page.

Proceeds from the auction benefit CLU academic programs. Over the years, the association has donated more than $1.6 million toward equipment and technology enhancements. Last year, CLA distributed $65,000 in faculty grants, $9,000 in scholarships and $4,000 to a scholarship endowment.

CLA Scholarships Awarded at Reception with New CLU President

On Thursday evening, May 8, Community Leaders Association held a reception to welcome Chris Kimball, the new President of CLU, and to announce the 2008-2009 CLA scholarships. The CLU students were selected for their community service, leadership potential and academic achievement. Each receives $1,500.

CLA scholarship recipients

Incoming freshmen awardees are Noelle Attalla of Simi Valley and Rebecca Pizano of Simi Valley. Continuing students receiving CLA scholarships are Missy Bain of Tucson, Ariz.; Molly Clancy of Tucson, Ariz.; and Meghan Hernandez of Las Vegas, Nev.

An honorary lifetime CLA membership was presented to Carol Keochekian, former Senior Director of University Relations at CLU. Norm Lueck was honored as an honorary lifetime CLA board member.

President Enjoys Reception in His Honor with CLU Friends

President Chris Kimball and Tammie Helmuth of Conejo Awards

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