Upcoming Events
September Events
Education Abroad Fair
Tuesday, September 3 Regal's Way / The Spine 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Stop by the Spine today for the fall Education Abroad Fair. This event is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn about the diverse array of study abroad and faculty-led programs available to them for immersive experiences around the world. The Office of Education Abroad (OEA) invites partner institutions and faculty to talk with students about the many programs CLU offers, including the CLU-Oxford program (applications due November 1).
Study Abroad in Puerto Rico - Information Session
Tuesday, September 3 Swenson 101 - 102 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
OEA invites you to hear from one of our newest partners, Spanish Studies Abroad, regarding an opportunity to study in Puerto Rico. This session is an excellent opportunity to learn about the rich cultural and educational experiences available in Puerto Rico through SSA. Whether you are a student interested in studying abroad or a faculty member looking to expand your international collaborations, this session will provide valuable insights and resources.
Join us in welcoming SSA and learning more about a No Passport Required CLU US-away program offering. We look forward to seeing you there!
Free Film Screening - A Day Without a Mexican: 20 Years Later
Thursday, September 13 Richter Hall 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A Day Without a Mexican is a serious comedy that addresses the difficult issue of migration of not only Mexicans but all Latin Americans to the United States. The script addresses what many Americans say they want: for all Mexicans (including all Latin Americans) to leave their country so the rightful occupants can enjoy a better reality. Immediately afterward, the entire Latin population of the U.S.A. disappears. Where they went does not matter to us, the film focuses on what the Americans do without them.
Through the various personal stories that the film presents, the viewers explore the labor, economic and social dependence that Americans do not accept or hypocritically deny having with the “Latino” population within their country, which is largely responsible for the economic growth and well-being of the country. contact tcd@callutheran.edu for more information.
The Mentality of Colombian Elites - Ricardo Gomez, PhD
Tuesday, September 17 Swenson Center for Social and Behavioral Sciences 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Ricardo Gomez, PhD, will discuss his recent book titled "If we are not an educated people," a work focused on the contemporary history of Colombian elites. The audience will learn the history and evolution of the elites in Colombia and their current mentality regarding education and science.
Gomez graduated as a lawyer and then obtained a master’s degree in international studies from the University of Leeds, U.K., and a PhD in Social Studies from Universidad Externado de Colombia. His doctoral internship was at the Max Weber Institute of Sociology, part of the University of Heidelberg, Germany. He was a fellow of the Eisenhower Foundation, who also studied innovation and management. He has published three books about science and innovation. Information: tcd@callutheran.edu
EDUCAL Annual Symposium - Marcela G. Cuellar, PhD
Wednesday, September 18 Ullman Conference Center 100/101 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Marcela G. Cuellar, PhD, will discuss how institutional leaders, faculty and staff can elevate serving to promote the educational advancement of students at HSIs.
Cuellar is an associate professor and Chancellor’s fellow in the School of Education at the University of California, Davis. Her research examines Latine students’ experiences and outcomes at HSIs and emerging HSIs, campus climate and community college baccalaureates. She currently is collaborating on projects examining Hispanic-Serving Research Institutions and community college bachelor’s degree programs in California. Her scholarship has been published in the Community College Review, Journal of Higher Education and the American Journal of Education.
International Day of Peace
Thursday, September 19 CGE Patio - CLU Chapel 11:00 AM - 11:25 (Procession) | 11:25 AM - 12:15 PM (Chapel Service)
The International Day of Peace 2024, observed on September 21, is a global occasion dedicated to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. Established by the United Nations in 1981, this day serves as a reminder of the need for ongoing efforts to promote peace in a world often marked by conflict and violence. The theme for 2024 focuses on fostering dialogue and cooperation across borders, highlighting the importance of collective action in addressing global challenges like inequality, climate change, and armed conflicts.
The CGE and the Campus ministry invite the CLU community and community friends to take part in a flag procession, followed by the rededication of our peace pole in the rose garden to honor this important date. RSVP to participate and/or carry a flag via the online form. Contact global@callutheran.edu with any questions.
Latine Heritage Month Lecture Lunch - Dr. Nancy Rios-Contreras
Thursday, September 26 Lundring Events Center 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Join Campus Ministry and the first DEIJB lecture lunch of the academic year, as we celebrate Latine Heritage Month. Keynote speaker Nancy Rios-Contreras, PhD. will share stories and findings during her research and work on the US - Mexico border.
Dr. Rios is the proud daughter of immigrants from Jalisco and Zacatecas. Her research is located at the intersection of understanding the sociological study of migration, race and ethnicity, and disasters. During this presentation, she will share personal experiences and stories that have been crafting along her journey as a researcher and professor. She is a proud Cal Lutheran alumna from the B.S. Criminal Justice and B.A Sociology. She also earned a PhD in criminology from the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at the University of Delaware. Dr. Rios is a Bill Anderson Fund Fellowship alumna and a graduate affiliate for the Disaster Research Center.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join us for this meaningful lecture. Contact tcd@callutheran.edu with any questions.