Cal Lutheran in the Media

Behind the US Hispanic boom: ‘A tremendously optimistic story’

Oct. 12, 2025

Voz.us

It is an "incredible moment in time," Matthew Fienup of the Latino GDP Project tells VOZ regarding the Hispanic community's present state. Today, he says, a million Latinos are coming of age.

CLU actors present play about Matthew Shepard murder

Oct. 10, 2025

Thousand Oaks Acorn

Cal Lutheran University’s Theatre and Dance Department will perform “The Laramie Project,” a play inspired by the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard in Laramie, Wyoming.

FROM OUTSIDE | Latinos and the U.S.

Oct. 10, 2025

Heraldo USA

For the first time in history, one in every five people in the United States is Latino, according to a new analysis by the Latino GDP Project at the University of Los Angeles (UCLA) and California Lutheran University (Cal Lutheran).

Study: U.S. Latinos Hit New Population, Labor Force Records

Oct. 10, 2025

Insideradio.com

One of radio’s most devoted listening demographics has reached a new statistical milestone, one with implications for the medium. Latinos now represent 20% of the U.S. population, according to a new analysis by the Latino GDP Project from UCLA and California Lutheran University.

Never before have there been so many Latinos in the U.S.: one in five residents is of Hispanic origin

Oct. 8, 2025

CiberCuba.com

For the first time in the history of the United States, one in every five residents is of Latino descent, revealed a report this Tuesday from the Latino GDP Project of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and California Lutheran University.

Latinos were key in sustaining the U.S. economy during and after the pandemic

Oct. 8, 2025

CiberCuba.com

At a time when Latino migrants are facing increasing vulnerability in the United States due to President Trump's immigration policies, an academic report highlights their essential role in the country's economy.

‘The Laramie Project’ Comes to California Lutheran University

Oct. 8, 2025

San Fernando Valley Sun

In support of October’s LGBTQ+ History Month, and to build a more understanding and compassionate community, the California Lutheran University Theatre and Dance Department will perform this emotionally gripping production.

For The First Time in History One in Five Americans Is Latino, and We’re Powering the Fastest-Growing Economy in the U.S.

Oct. 8, 2025

Mitú

For the first time in U.S. history, one out of every five people is Latino. That’s more than 68 million people, an increase of two million from 2023, according to new data from the Latino GDP Project, a joint initiative by UCLA and California Lutheran University.

U.S. Latinos Shatter Economic Records with Population and Labor Force Growth

Oct. 8, 2025

Fox40.com

Latinos continue powering economic growth for the U.S. economy, according to new analysis by the Latino GDP Project, a collaboration among researchers at UCLA and Cal Lutheran University.

Many people associate it with the 1960s and ’70s, and rock band posters, but fans say it’s much deeper than the long-standing stereotypes.

Oct. 1, 2025

KCLU

It’s art that many believe doesn’t get the respect it deserves. Some associate it with the 1960s and '70s. A new exhibition opening in Ventura County this weekend looks at psychedelic art.

Inspired Cal Lu overwhelms Redlands to nab Smudge Pot

Sep. 29, 2025

Community Forward Redlands

Cal Lutheran had not defeated the University of Redlands football team since 2012. The Bulldog players were pre-teens then. That made Saturday night’s Smudge Pot Game the ultimate trap game. And, boy, did the Bulldogs get trapped.

CLU forum addresses volatile business environment

Sep. 29, 2025

Pacific Coast Business Times

Businesses must develop workforce agility and talent management strategies to remain competitive in today’s volatile business environment. That was the theme of a Sept. 25 forum hosted by California Lutheran University’s School of Management in Thousand Oaks.

Around a hundred new EV chargers have been installed at a Thousand Oaks university campus

Sep. 26, 2025

KCLU

Grants from Southern California Edison paid for the new chargers at Cal Lutheran University's Thousand Oaks campus, which, according to Sam Thomas, who teaches environmental studies at the college, are a step towards giving people access to clean power.

‘Latinos Have Once Again Powered Major Growth For The U.S. Economy,’ Study Shows

Sep. 26, 2025

America’s Choice Education Fund

The fiscal impacts of Latinos are impossible to ignore. According the a recent study by researchers at the Center for Economic Research and Forecasting, the total economic output of Latinos hit a record high in 2023.

Dorfman Center incubator grants awarded

Sep. 22, 2025

Pacific Coast Business Times

California Lutheran University’s Steven Dorfman Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has awarded its 2025 incubator grants — $145,000 to four early-stage companies.

Nearly $3M in grants fuel opportunities at Cal Lutheran

Sep. 19, 2025

Thousand Oaks Acorn

Nearly $3 million in new grant funding will help Cal Lutheran University expand support for students, boost faculty research and improve campus facilities in 2025.

Ventura County university gets grants to help low-income students and support campus projects

Sep. 17, 2025

KCLU

A South Coast university has announced that it has received nearly $3 million in new grants to support its academic programs and campus projects. California Lutheran University officials say one of the biggest single grants is $1.5 million to support its TRIO program.

Our view: Fresh start for Gallegly’s, CLU will pay big dividends

Sep. 15, 2025

Pacific Coast Business Times

After months of negotiations and rising legal fees, former Congressman Elton Gallegly, his wife Janice and California Lutheran University are finally in a position to put their legal dispute in the rear-view mirror.

Census report shows U.S. Latino population larger than expected

Sep. 15, 2025

Pacific Coast Business Times

A new report from Cal Lutheran University’s Center for Economic Forecasting sifted through the recent United States Census Bureau report, believing that the Bureau’s “recent June 2025 official U.S. population estimates indicate strength for the economy.”

CLU, Gallegly settle out of court

Sep. 12, 2025

Thousand Oaks Acorn

Cal Lutheran University and former Congressman Elton Gallegly have put an end to their legal fight regarding the Gallegly Center for Public Service and Civic Engagement on the school campus.

Lawsuit between former Ventura County congressman, university over center named after him settled

Sep. 8, 2025

KCLU

A lawsuit between a longtime Ventura County congressman and a university over a center named after him has been settled.

California Lutheran University, Galleglys settle 4-year legal battle

Sep. 8, 2025

Ventura County Star

After a nearly four-year legal battle, former Congressman Elton Gallegly and his wife Janice have settled their lawsuit with California Lutheran University outside of court.

Gallegly and CLU settle former congressman’s breach of contract suit

Sep. 8, 2025

Pacific Coast Business Times

Former congressman Elton Gallegly, R-Simi Valley, and California Lutheran University announced Sept. 8 that they have resolved Gallegly’s 2021 breach of contract lawsuit against the school.

40 Under 40

Sep. 7, 2025

Pacific Coast Business Times

The Pacific Coast Business Times' 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 includes Cal Lutheran's Giana Gutridge '17, MBA '21.