Events for October 2006

Sculpture by John Storojev

Sep. 28 - Oct. 22, 2006

Kwan Fong Gallery

Continuing the Faculty series and exploring the theme of sculpture, this show presents the work of sculptor John Storojev.

Family Weekend ~ Experience CLU
Registration: 9:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 29

Sep. 29 - Oct. 1, 2006

Ullman Commons

Family, students, faculty, staff and alumni are welcome to register and participate in any of the various programs taking place during Family Weekend!

Holden Evening Prayer Worship Service

Sunday, Oct. 1, 2006 at 6:15 pm

Samuelson Chapel

Breaking Barriers ... Building Awareness
2006 Disability Awareness Week
Wheelchair Basketball Game

Monday, Oct. 2, 2006 at 6:30 pm

Pederson Hall Basketball Courts

University Chapel

Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2006 at 10:00 am

Samuelson Chapel

The campus community is invited to a weekly worship service on campus.

ALCF Annual Conference
Keynote Speaker:
Randall Balmer, Ph.D.
Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Nelson Room

Oct. 6 - Oct. 7, 2006

The Association of Lutheran College Faculties will hold its annual conference on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6 and 7, on the CLU campus.

CLU Disability Awareness Week 2006
Keynote Speaker: Nick Vujicic

Friday, Oct. 6, 2006 at 10:00 am

Samuelson Chapel

California Lutheran University's Disability Awareness Week 2006 "Breaking Barriers...Building Awareness" will feature internationaly recognized speaker Nick Vujicic. Born in Australia without limbs, Vujicic will conclude his speaking tour of the United States with his appearance at CLU.

Illustrated Lecture: An Ancient Athletic Trophy
Ernst F. Tonsing, Ph.D.

Friday, Oct. 6, 2006 at 5:00 pm

Pearson Library

Awarding a trophy cup to the winner of an athletic contest dates back centuries. The ancient Greeks, for example, presented their athletes decorated vases for all sorts of competitions. In his talk, Dr. Ernst F. Tonsing will examine one of these vases – a 2,500 year-old stemmed bell krator from the CLU art collection, compare it with other ceramic vases of the time, and ponder the social context and athletic competition for which it was made.

Lord of Life Church Retreat

Friday, Oct. 6, 2006

Long Beach

Come join the Lord of Life Student Congregation for a weekend in Long Beach full of fun, service and fellowship!

GradQuest Informational Meeting for Accelerated Evening Programs
Learn more about the MBA, MPPA, MSCS, Financial Planning programs, and Adult Degree Evening Program

Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006 at 6:00 pm

Woodland Hills Graduate Center

Cal Lutheran's accelerated evening programs include master's level programs as well as bachelor degree completion programs uniquely designed for the learning needs of adults. Those attending GradQuest will have their application fee waived (a $50 value).

University Chapel
Dr. Wyant Morton, Speaker

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2006 at 10:00 am

Samuelson Chapel

University Chapel begins at 10:10 a.m. and continues with this semester's theme "You Are."

Chamber Orchestra Concert

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2006 at 2:00 pm

Samuelson Chapel

A chamber orchestra sponsored by Chamber Music Plus will perform Haydn’s Cello Concerto with Joyce Geeting, cellist. Also featured will be "Variations on a Theme of Frank Bridge" by Benjamin Britten. Daniel Geeting conducts.

The Center for Leadership and Values Lecture Series
How Much Money and Things Do We Need to Be Happy

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2006 at 4:00 pm

Samuelson Chapel

The Center for Leadership and Values at California Lutheran University will host Steve Vernon, President of Rest-of-Life Communications, as part of the Distinguished Speakers Series. Vernon will discuss “How Much Money and Things Do We Need to Be Happy?” on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 4 p.m. in Samuelson Chapel. Admission is free and open to the public.

Women, Faith, and Leadership Forum
7 - 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2006 at 7:00 pm

Lundring Center in the Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center

GradQuest Informational Meeting for Accelerated Evening Programs
Learn more about the MBA, MPPA, MSCS, Financial Planning programs, and Adult Degree Evening Program

Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006 at 6:00 pm

Oxnard Graduate Center

Cal Lutheran's accelerated evening programs include master's level programs as well as bachelor degree completion programs uniquely designed for the learning needs of adults. Those attending GradQuest will have their application fee waived (a $50 value).

Prototypes Women's Shelter Overnight
Fall Holiday Weekend

Oct. 13 - Oct. 14, 2006

Off-campus; Meet in SUB Friday, Oct. 13, at 3:30 p.m.

Stay overnight at Prototypes Women's Shelter in Oxnard. Spend time with the women, help with childcare, lead an arts and crafts project, and assist with yardwork.

Iran and the U.S.: Oil, Islam and Influence in Eurasia
Sarah Forth, Th.D.

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006 at 4:00 pm

Soiland Humanities Center 119

ASCLU Senate Meeting

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006 at 5:15 pm
Monday, Oct. 23, 2006 at 5:15 pm
Monday, Nov. 6, 2006 at 5:15 pm
Monday, Nov. 13, 2006 at 5:15 pm
Monday, Nov. 20, 2006 at 5:15 pm
Monday, Nov. 27, 2006 at 5:15 pm

Nygreen 6

ASCLU's weekly Senate meetings

Midnight Madness

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006 at 11:00 pm

Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center Arena

Offical Kick off to Homecoming week and CLU basketball season.

Homecoming Coronation Ceremony

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006 at 8:00 pm

Grace Hall Patio

Come meet the 2006 CLU Homecoming Court and see who is crowned King and Queen.