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Alumni in the Media

Kara Hornbuckle to Lead Development at Scholarship Foundation

Oct. 22, 2026
Noozhawk.com
Kara Hornbuckle, MS '06, a former school counselor who went on to lead philanthropic outreach on behalf of Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, has been appointed chief development officer at the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, effective Nov. 4.

Meet Moorpark’s City Council Candidates

Oct. 12, 2026
Ventura County Star
California Lutheran University alumnus Tom Means, MBA '12, is running unopposed for re-election to Moorpark City Council's seat in District 3.

Matt Frieda: Reporter

Oct. 6, 2026
CBS12.com
With a passion for storytelling, Matt Frieda '16 is excited to bring the latest news from across South Florida to viewers as a morning reporter at WPEC. Matt is committed to delivering accurate, meaningful reporting and helping viewers understand the stories that impact their daily lives.

Ben McEnroe: From Wildcat to championship football coach

Sep. 22, 2026
Taft Midway Driller
Long before Ben McEnroe '93, MA '99, was winning college football championships, leading young men and building successful programs, he was a Taft Union High School Wildcat. Like so many who grew up on the Westside, he carried a little bit of Taft with him wherever football took him.

40 Under 40: Megan Petti — Work ethic powers her career in banking

Aug. 28, 2026
Pacific Coast Business Times
From an early age, Megan Petti's '21 parents instilled a strong work ethic in her. Her father owned and operated his own electrical business. What made an impression on her was the impact he made on the community and the relationships he built.

The Indispensables 2026: Rosie Baker

Jul. 29, 2026
Los Angeles Business Journal
Rosie Baker '21, MBA '25, has been named to The Indispensables 2026 list of professionals who help make success possible.

The Rev. Erik Niemi

Jul. 21, 2026
https://highlandlutheranchurch.com/
The Rev. Erik Niemi, MDiv '01, has served the Highland Lutheran Church congregation in Le Center, Washington, since 2005.

Life and Work with Nairi Semerdjian of Palmdale

Jul. 13, 2026
VoyageLA.com
Today we’d like to introduce you to Nairi Semerdjian '25, who said music has always been the love of her life, ever since she received her first keyboard when she was 3 years old.

Jason Dolley: Bio And Career Highlights

Jul. 5, 2026
BoredPanda.com
Jason Scott Dolley '16 is an American actor and musician, recognized for his natural comedic timing and relatable characters in family-friendly productions. He has cultivated a loyal fan base through his consistent work across various platforms.

Free Community Concert, June 28th

Jun. 18, 2026
The Fillmore Gazette
On June 28, Bardsdale United Methodist Church in Fillmore will host an afternoon of beautiful music presented by Joy Asenas and her daughter Laura Asenas, a 2004 Cal Lutheran graduate.

Teacher of the Year: John Beck of Pacifica High School

May. 21, 2026
VCReporter
John Beck, TC '05, has worked as an educator for 21 years, the last 13 at Oxnard’s Pacifica High School teaching English, and May 12, 2026, was a day like no other. His principal, family and Ventura County Office of Education staff joined his class to say he was the 2026 Ventura County...