Events for Admitted Students
You're in, so let's get started! Join us this summer for events designed to help you and your family meet the Cal Lutheran community and feel at home before classes begin.
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Students
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Parents
Virtual Meet the President and the First Lady
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Join us online to meet the President and First Lady and hear a warm welcome to the Cal Lutheran community. This virtual gathering is open to incoming students and their families, so log on together and get to know the people who will be cheering you on during your time at Cal Lutheran!
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Students
Pickleball Night
Friday, July 17, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Grab a paddle and meet your future classmates! This casual evening of pickleball is just for incoming students. No experience needed, just come ready to play, laugh, and make some friends before the semester starts.
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Students
End of Summer Pool Party
Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Celebrate the last stretch of summer with fellow incoming Cal Lutheran students. Swim, snack, and soak up the sun while connecting with the people you'll see around campus this fall.
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Parents
BBQ & Bingo at the PrezRez
Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Parents and guardians, this one's for you. Join us at the President's Residence for a relaxed evening of barbecue and bingo, where you can connect with other Cal Lutheran families and ask questions as your student's first semester approaches.
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Students
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Parents
Residence Life Webinar
TBD, early August
Parents and guardians, this one's for you. Join us at the President's Residence for a relaxed evening of barbecue and bingo, where you can connect with other Cal Lutheran families and ask questions as your student's first semester approaches.
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Students
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Parents
New Student Orientation
Friday, August 21- Saturday August 22, 2026
Day 1 (for everyone): Students and families kick off the Cal Lutheran experience together. Day 1 covers everything you need to feel at home, from campus resources to community traditions, with programming designed for the whole family.
Day 2 (for students only): Students take it from here. Day 2 is all about connecting with classmates, meeting student leaders, and getting ready for the first day of classes.