Purpose changes your perspective.
Our dedicated and accomplished faculty works with small classes of undergraduate and graduate students who are open-minded — about ideas, about people, and about faith — and are seeking to grow as individuals while they pursue their passions and discover their purpose.
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Roll up your sleeves and dive in to real-world experiences and different approaches to learning.
Learning Policy on the Ground
Graduate students in our MPPA program are taking advantage of expanded travel options.
ASCENSO Hispanic Fellowship
Our first ASCENSO fellows went inside our local government to study issues confronting Ventura County Latinos.
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Community Scholars for Black Lives
Four students sparking conversations about Black American roots, maternal health, entrepreneurship, juvenile justice and more.
Read storyLatinos in the United States continue to drive the economy forward — as they’ve been doing since the 1500s.
Of the 770 first-time undergraduate students, 62% are students of color.
The award recognizes professors who are held in high esteem by their peers, students and the rest of the university community.
The Board of Regents awarded emeritus status to five Cal Lutheran faculty members who retired in May 2023 and have a combined total of more than 115 years of service.