Students Reveal Their Go-To Campus Hangouts

Majors: Sociology & Spanish, Political Science Minor Hometown: Oxnard, CA

“I love going to ULLMAN COMMONS. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by Alicia who always asks you how you’re doing. Once you sit down, you get to talk with your friends about your day, classes, and everything in between. The tradition of late night breakfast during finals week is my favorite!”

TALIA GAULKE, Sophomore

Major: Marketing Communication Hometown: Buckley, WA

“JACK’S CORNER is a great place to do homework with other people. It is a quiet area, but you still get the fresh air and a firepit which is perfect for cold evenings.”

FAVORITE STUDENT HANGOUTS

PEYTON BORG, Senior

Major: Business Administration Hometown: Tacoma, WA

“My favorite place to be with friends on campus is the SPINE BY THE FLAGPOLES AND JAMBA JUICE. Seeing all of my friends in between classes is always a highlight of my day.”

STEVEN ORTEZ HERNANDEZ, Freshman

Major: Biology Hometown: Palmdale, CA

“I love studying at the STUDENT UNION because of the friendly atmosphere. I can listen to music and focus on the task or socialize and talk with people. Being a local commuter and having a place like this to relax, study and have fun really makes up for the drive.”

LOOKING FOR COFFEE AND COMPANY? FIRESIDE CHATS WITH FRIENDS? STUDY SPACE AND SUPPORT? STUDENTS SHARE THEIR GO-TO CAMPUS HANGOUTS.

JASMINE PALAFOX, Sophomore

Major: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Hometown: Honolulu, HI

“Whether I run there to get some ‘me’ time or with friends, THE CROSS is a place I go to regroup, relax and refocus. Looking at the campus from up high, (and sometimes I even get to see Jared Goff throwing the ball!), makes me realize how blessed I am to be at Cal Lutheran.”

CELEBRATING EACH OTHER

THROUGH MUSIC DURING SPRING SEMESTER, CAMPUS WAS ALIVE WITH MUSIC AND DANCE FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

Jishin Taiko Drumming Ensemble

Jishin Taiko Drumming Ensemble—dancing and shouting rhythmically to taiko drums— performed their high octane traditional Japanese drumming for a thrilled Cal Lutheran crowd. Three hundred people attended the 23rd annual World Fair, which features art, activities and food from around the world. The fair is hosted by the United Students of the World and the Center for Global Engagement.

I was excited to work with CSU Northridge’s Jishin Taiko Drumming Ensemble. The energy and precision in their performances was breathtaking. It truly was the highlight of World Fair, and we’ll be happy to have them return in the fall.

KIERA JEW, Sophomore President, United Students of the World Major: Global Studies Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA

Photos This Page: In Action > The Jishin Taiko Drumming Ensemble in full performance mode. Photos Opposite Page > CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Entertaining Audiences > Scenes from the Mariachi Ensemble concert, Soul Fest, the Dragon Boat Music Festival and the Paraguayan Folkloric Music & Dance.

Mariachi Ensemble Spring Concert

Started as a campus club in 2018, the Mariachi Ensemble is now one of the Cal Lutheran Music Department’s official ensembles, as well as a class. The ensemble of 15 musicians includes a core of nine Cal Lutheran students who play guitarrons, vihuelas, guitars, violins and trumpets, as well as sing vocals. A passionate genre of Mexican music, mariachi dates back to the 18th century and evolved distinctive singing styles and instrumentation in rural regions of western Mexico, including sones, boleros and huapangos.

I’ve been a mariachi musician for more than 10 years, and I’m extremely passionate about it. I created the group on campus so that I could continue learning and performing mariachi, which is not only part of my Mexican heritage, but part of my identity.

VALERIA GARCIA, Senior Major: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Hometown: Oxnard, CA

Paraguayan Folkloric Music & Dance

Hosted by Department of Languages and Cultures

This celebration of traditional Paraguayan music features harp and guitar, singing and traditional folkloric dances.

Soul Fest

Hosted by the Black Student Union An annual festival celebrating AfricanAmerican culture and soul during Black History Month.

Dragon Boat Music Festival

Hosted by Cal Lutheran and Pacific Pearl Music Association

An annual cultural exchange event featuring musicians and dancers from local communities.