Arts, Lectures and Gatherings

Events for March 2007

Psychedelia
Senior Solo Art Exhibit by Justin Campbell

Overton Hall

This is the first in a series of exhibits showcasing the work of CLU's senior art students.
University Symphony Plays Mostly Dvorak

Samuelson Chapel

The University Symphony will perform works composed by the great 19th century Czech composer Antonín Dvorak and his 20th century counterpart Vaclav Nelhybel.
Art Exhibit: "Highly Favored"
Contemporary Images of the Virgin Mary

Kwan Fong Gallery

The story of the birth of Christ has a protagonist that makes all stories of motherhood pale by comparison – the faithful and seemingly fearless servant of God, Mary. Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox traditions all have images of this young Jewish woman who was declared by the archangel Gabriel to be “highly favored” in God's sight.
Alma and Clifford Pearson Distinguished Speakers Series
"Observing Rules and Challenges in Organizing Day Labor," Carolyn Pinedo Turnovsky, Ph.D.

Samuelson Chapel

Drawing on ethnographic fieldwork of men working as day laborers in a casual street-corner market in New York, Dr. Carolyn Pinedo Turnovsky will show how these workers developed a self-concept through their work experience and illustrate the active role they played in shaping their economic and social experiences.
Information meeting - Graduate Programs in Education

Oxnard Campus

Learn more about Cal Lutheran's master's programs in Teacher Preparation and Counseling & Guidance at this free, no-obligation information meeting.
American Scandinavian Foundation Presentation
"World War II Activist Per Anger, Elizabeth Skoglund

Overton Hall

Biographer Elizabeth Skoglund will share the story of Per Anger, fellow World War II activist of Raoul Wallenberg and Swedish Ambassador to Canada. Despite not sharing Wallenberg’s high profile, Anger was an important participant in saving tens of thousands of Jews during the Holocaust. Hear his amazing story and see never-before-seen photos from his personal collection.
Spring Service Day
Way Cool T-Shirts, but way COOLER EXPERIENCES

Around Thousand Oaks

Sign-up in the Student Union Building from March 5 to 9 and be prepared to have a thrilling day Saturday, March 10, helping at various service events in Ventura County!
Ullman Stadium Dedication

George "Sparky" Anderson Baseball Field

The dedication will be followed by the Alumni baseball game from 1 to 2 p.m.
Artists and Speakers Series featuring Miss California
Jacquelynne Fontaine, soprano

Samuelson Chapel

Last July, Jacquelynne Fontaine was named Miss California and earned the right to compete in the 2007 Miss America Pageant which was held in Las Vegas in January. There, she won the talent portion of the competition during three days of preliminaries and was one of the top 10 semifinalists the night of the pageant.
Chapel of Many Voices

Samuelson Chapel

CLU students come from across the nation and around the world and represent a diversity of faiths, cultures and ethnic populations. Join us in a celebration of campus diversity and the unity of our faith in God.
"From Security to Rehabilitation to Rights: Women, Welfare and Poverty"
Eileen Boris, Ph.D.

Roth Nelson Room

Dr. Eileen Boris is the author and co-author of six books and numerous articles on homework, women’s labor and feminist theory. Her lecture will consider recent welfare reform in light of the history of aid to poor women and their children.
Welcome to Fatherhood
A discussion group explores the wonders of fatherhood

CLU Community Counseling Services

The Community Counseling Services of California Lutheran University and Neighborhood for Learning are offering a 4-week discussion group for first-time fathers, starting on Wednesday, Feb. 21.
Alpha Mu Gamma Banquet

Lundring Events Center

Theatre Arts Blackbox Performances
Student Directed One Acts, 8 p.m.

Preus-Brandt Forum

California Lutheran University Theatre Arts Department is proud to present the 2007 Blackbox Performances of "Still Awake" and "Period."
GOLD NIGHT
Graduates of the Last Decade Gathering

CANES Bar & Grill

Join us for a happy hour with other Graduates of the Last Decade to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones!
University Wind Ensemble

Samuelson Chapel

The University Wind Ensemble will perform works that feature the individual sections of the ensemble (brass choir, percussion battery and woodwinds) culminating in a performance of Sigfried Karg-Elert’s “Praise the Lord with Drums and Cymbals,” featuring University organist Mark Holmstrom and the entire ensemble conducted by Daniel Geeting.
"Figure" by Ben Hengst and Stephanie Shulstad

Overton Hall

Second in a series of exhibits showcasing the work of senior art students.
Festival of Scholars

Campuswide

California Lutheran University's first ever Festival of Scholars provides students in the College of Arts and Sciences with the opportunity to showcase their original research and projects.
Festival de Encuentros

Campuswide

The weeklong celebration of Latino culture will include a film, poetry reading and folklorico dance.
A Feminist Critique of Pop Culture

Preus-Brandt Forum

A screening of the documentary Dream Worlds 3, and a look at female sexuality in pop culture and music videos will be followed by a faculty and student panel. Refreshments will be provided.

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