Student Staff

Hometown: Bonney Lake, WA
Minor:  Business Administration
Involvement on Campus: CLU Choir, PNW Club
Fond Memory at CLU:  One of my favorite memories was performing in the Christmas concert last year (2021). It was probably one of the best concerts I was ever a part of! Talking with friends and community members after the performance was also a very great experience because it made me so proud to be a member of the CLU choir. :)
Favorite spot on campus and why:  The steps in front of Gumby are a great spot to just sit and think about whatever you need to. Gumby will never judge you and is a great listener. I love sitting there and telling Gumby what's weighing on me and talking through my troubles.
Advice for incoming students:  1) Do things that YOU want to do! 2) Stay true to who you are 3) Get involved! 4) Find people that understand you 5) You only have four years of undergrad and it'll go by super fast so make the absolute best of it :) 6) Buy a Brita

Hometown: Buckley, WA
Minor: Dance
Involvement at CLU:  Presidential Host Lead, Student Ambassador, Dance Team, Co-founder of PNW Club, Senior ASCLUG Senator, Senior Pride Committee
Fond memories at CLU:  Meeting my dance team for the first time and gaining an immediate family at CLU
Favorite spot on campus and why?  Starbucks because it's such a central location on campus and as I walk over I always run into people that I know or a fun event in the park!
Advice for incoming students:  Join clubs! It's a great way to meet people quickly and have a support system behind you as you go through this transition in your life.

Hometown: Claremont, CA
Minor: Music
Involvement at CLU:  Pres Host, Choir, DREAMers club
Fond memories at CLU:  Hanging out with friends in the West hall lounge.
Favorite spot on campus and why? Starbucks because I can feed my caffeine addiction
Advice for incoming students: Get organized and stay organized

Hometown: Westlake Village, CA
Involvement at CLU:  History Club President, Swim Team Captain, Waterpolo Player, published in the Scribe, History Department Assistant
Fond memories at CLU:  I loved our Spring Formal, as it was a really fun time to hang out with friends and eat a lot of great food!.
Favorite spot on campus and why?  I really like Kingsmen Park as a central area, because all the events there are super fun. Also I see a lot of dogs walking through there.
Advice for incoming students:  Make sure you plan your time well and everything will work out fine.

Hometown: Highland Park, CA
Involvement at CLU:  CLU PRIDE, Starbucks Barista, transgender advocacy
Fond memories at CLU:  Our drag show rehearsal was so much fun. But one thing I cannot forget are the pizzas we had for dinner. Francine ordered two identical pizzas where one side was cheese and one was pepperoni, instead of two-one topping pizzas.
Favorite spot on campus and why?  The chapel is my favorite spot, even though I’m not religious at all.  The people who work there are some of the most amazing and comforting people to be around. Never have I seen anyone on this campus, or in clergy work, make as much of an effort to make LGBTQIA+ students feel welcome as they have. Plus, the labyrinth is a great place to reset when needed
Advice for incoming students:  For many, this will be your first time with independence. Your first year has a lot of new and changing parts to it. Take care of yourself and be open to new change, while keeping moderation in mind. Opening yourself up to new opportunities may actually show you where you’re supposed to be.

Hometown: Claremont, CA
Minor:  Psychology & Theology - Christian Leadership
Involvement at CLU:  Team Director for Delight Cal Lutheran, Vice President for Black Student Union, Co-President for Sisters' Circle, Member of the Cal Lutheran Dance Team, Religion Department Assistant
Fond Memories at CLU:  Going to Nationals for the Dance Team my junior year. The whole experience was very fun and had the opportunity to really bond with the team. We worked super hard and overall we danced with them at nationals was a huge accomplishment.
Favorite spot on campus and why:  The labyrinth - I really enjoy the outdoor space and sitting on the grass area. It is a private space where there aren't a lot of people so journaling or relaxing there is a great place to go to  to get away from people and if you ever need a break.
Advice for incoming students:  Do not be afraid to ask for help. It is okay to make mistakes... you are still learning from your experiences ! Hold tight to the community you love and trust. Hold tight to who you are. Make memories. Practice gratitude daily / give yourself and others grace. Make healthy boundaries and stick to them. Your college experience is based on what you make of it... join clubs, go to events, do what you love, find new interests, and have fun... it goes by fast! :)

Hometown: Simi Valley, CA
Involvement on Campus: I'm a member of the University Honors Program and SSS (Student Support Services). I haven't joined any clubs yet but intend to once I get started with this semester.
Fond Memory at CLU: I went to an overnight event called inCLUsive, which is a program intended to promote diversity on campus. I went there before I committed to California Lutheran University and I got the chance to not only learn a lot about the school but I also got to make some awesome friends and fun memories in the process. It also gave me a sneak peek into what the community and campus life looked like at Cal Lutheran. I remember feeling incredibly welcomed and at home while on campus.
Favorite spot on campus and why: The Enormous Luther "Gumby" is my favorite spot on campus because aside from the fact that that surrounding area is really pretty, it holds a lot of sentimental value as it's used as a sort of milestone marker. I just love the sort of symbolism of accomplishment that it holds and the pride it fosters on campus.
Advice for incoming students: Go to as many of the events as you can. I made so many good connections and got several amazing opportunities and helpful information by attending a good portion of the events that were made available to me. This resource, and so many more, are available to you and you absolutely should take advantage of them.

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Involvement on Campus:  CLU PRIDE Co-President, FILO Club Co-President, Tabletop Gaming Club Officer, Peer Advisor, DEI Steering Committee Member for the School of Management
Fond Memory at CLU:  CLU PRIDE's Drag Show Rehearsal. Everyone was having a good time dancing and blasting music!
Favorite spot on campus and why:  The swing set at Buth Park. My roommate and I would always go late at night to talk about our week and bond.
Advice for incoming students:  You're more capable and qualified than you know. Apply for that job or run for that club position! Don't let yourself hold you back.

Hometown: Claremont, CA
Involvement on Campus: Kingsmen Cross Country and Track Team
Fond Memory at CLU: I was a member of the Kingsmen Quartet since my sophomore year. At the end of the Spring 2022 semester we had our very own Kingsmen Quartet Concert in the Samuelson Chapel!
Favorite spot on campus and why: I love the Zimmerman Music Studios.  It's my favorite place to go during breaks or in between classes to play piano, work on music, and clear my head.
Advice for incoming students: Talk to your professors and get to know them!  They are an invaluable resource, are here to support you, and are totally rooting for you!

Hometown: Fillmore, CA
Fond Memory at CLU: Making a new best friend at Starbucks
Favorite spot on campus and why: Student Union. Fun place to hangout with friends or simply to relax.
Advice for incoming students: Enjoy! Find the positives in everything, even on stressful or busy days. Make college a memorable experience.

Hometown: Burma
Involvement on Campus:  My involvement here at CLU includes working at the Undergraduate Admissions Office, a member of PsiChi which is an International Honor's Society in Psychology and a member of the American Medical Student Association. 
Fond Memory at CLU:  A fond memory at CLU would be Hall Wars. This takes place freshman year, where all three freshman dorms; Mt.Clef, Pederson and Thompson, compete in activities. My freshman year we did a basketball tournament. It was so much fun meeting new people and being engaged in campus activities.
Favorite spot on campus and why:  My favorite spot on campus would be Starbucks. This is a spot where my friends and I would hangout before and after class. We would sit here and do homework or just catch up. There is so much energy revolving around Starbucks, there is always music playing and you see everyone. It really uplifts my mood when I'm there.
Advice for incoming students:  My advice for incoming students would be to make at least one friend in every class and participate in campus activities. This is a great way of meeting new people, making connections and overall being comfortable settling in a new environment.

Hometown: Hollister, CA
Minor:  Film & TV
Involvement on Campus:  SSS Member, Her Campus Member, Peer Advisor, LASO Member
Fond Memory at CLU:  Participating in New Student Orientation as a Peer Advisor and getting to bond with my fellow leaders and meet the freshmen I will be teaching for the fall semester.
Favorite spot on campus and why:  The Student Union because it is always a fun and welcoming environment. I love how every one of any background can come together and enjoy their time doing fun activities. There are also great resources and a wonderful staff to help you with anything you may need.
Advice for incoming students:  My advice would be to get involved and just go to every event on campus. College life and the transition may be hard but you are not alone. CLU is a great school if you genuinely care about diversity, inclusivity, and making a pathway for your personal/professional life. If you do not know everything right now, that is okay. There are many resources and people to help you throughout your college journey at CLU.

Hometown: Thousand Oaks, CA
Involvement on Campus:  I am a part of Student Support Services which has offered me several crucial resources that have helped my transition from high school to college.
Fond Memory at CLU:  The most memorable memory I have at Cal Lu has to be when I attended InCLUsive in the springtime. It was the first time I got to truly experience and see the campus from a student’s point of view. I got to meet with faculty and professors which made college seem a lot less challenging. I also met various people from different cities and states which made me feel like I was already a part of CLU’s community even before starting. After I left InCLUsive, I could not see myself attending any other school!
Favorite spot on campus and why:  My favorite spot on campus is Kingsmen Park. Events are always being hosted here so it is a great place to meet new people and have fun. It is also a calming and relaxing place to be at when there are no events taking place.
Advice for incoming students:  The most important piece of advice I would give incoming students is to always ask questions. I thought the college application process would be super intimidating and rigorous being a first generation student however, I quickly realized I had resources that were created to help me. I called the admissions office multiple times throughout my application process and they always had an answer or directed me to the office that could help. People are specifically working to help incoming students and want them to use their resources because that is their purpose! I would have struggled a lot more if I did not seek help when I needed it the most.

Hometown: Bellingham, WA
Involvement on Campus:  Pride Club, Choir
Fond Memory at CLU:  The inCLUsive overnight event!
Favorite spot on campus and why:  Kingsmen Park, because the greenery and trees remind me of home and help ground me in nature.
Advice for incoming students:  Don't get too stressed out about the little things. Allow yourself to breathe and look at the big picture. You've got this!

Hometown: Pacoima, CA
Involvement on Campus: Pres Host- lead , Dreamers- co president
Fond Memory at CLU: retreats/ monthly meetings
Favorite spot on campus and why: Starbucks
Advice for incoming students: Always be open to new ideas. Be ok with change if something doesn’t work out, be positive and keep going!