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  1. Self-Guided Walking Tour

    Take a tour of our beautiful campus at your own pace.

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    1. Admissions Office

      Welcome to Cal Lutheran! Your self-guided tour begins at the Admissions Office. This is where you can check in for guided tours, meet with your admission counselor, and ask any questions you may have about Cal Lutheran.

      Ready to go? Let's get started!

    2. The Habit

      Head around the Admissions Office and into campus. You will have a view of the The Habit Burger Grill on your left. This dining location is open to the public and offers students block meal options—like a Charburger, fries, and drink—for one swipe from your meal plan.

    3. Student Central & Student Union

      Continuing past The Habit along the back side of the Admissions Office, head over the bridge.

      Below the bridge you'll see the Student Union Patio which hosts many events throughout the year and provides a relaxed area for students to hang out. 

      Past the bridge, you'll see the upper level entrance to the Student Union on your right. There are many offices located inside the Student Union including Career Services, Center for Cultural Engagement and Inclusion, Student Life, and ASCLUG (Student Government). The Student Union also has study rooms available for students, printer access, and a commuter lounge.

      On your left, you'll see Student Central, which brings together Academic and Registrar Services, Student Accounts and Billing, and Financial Aid all in one place, with one purpose: supporting you. Whether you are registering for classes, managing your tuition bills, or applying for financial aid, our team is here to help with anything you need.

    4. Mt. Clef Hall

      As you continue through the tunnel, you will see Mt. Clef Hall, one of 3 options for first-year student housing.

      From the day you move in, you’ll find Mt. Clef to be an inviting place to spend your first year on campus. Located steps away from scenic Kingsmen Park, the Mt. Clef residence hall features suite style living with two rooms on either side of a large closet and connecting bathroom.

      All residences are furnished, and provide cable and Wi-Fi access, air conditioning and heating. Each hall has a full kitchen for those who enjoy cooking, quiet spaces for studying, a laundry room and lounge areas with recreational equipment such as foosball, ping-pong and a pool table.

      Mt. Clef is the closest residence to the Student Union, where you’ll find many student resources, events and activities. Near the Pederson and Thompson Halls, there are outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts.

      Living on campus in Mt. Clef will help you make the most of your first year at Cal Lutheran.

    5. Pederson & Thompson Halls

      Continue on the path around the right side of Mt. Clef Hall towards Memorial Parkway. Cross the street at the crosswalk.

      To your left you will see Pederson Hall, and behind it, Thompson Hall. 

      The 2-story Pederson and Thompson buildings are identical, with a central open-air courtyard where you can relax and meet new friends. For recreation right outside your door, there are basketball and sand volleyball courts. Rooms in Pederson and Thompson include 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a common room. 

      Each hall has a full community kitchen for those who enjoy cooking, quiet spaces for studying, a laundry room and lounge areas with recreational equipment such as foosball, ping-pong and a pool table. 

      Living on campus during your first year is a great experience. Whether you’re in Pederson or Thompson, you’ll find a welcoming environment with the right balance of independence and community.

       

    6. Kramer Court

      Head right and cross Regent Avenue at the crosswalk, then turn left and head up the sidewalk.

      On your right you will see Kramer Court.

      Home to our Global Leaders Living-Learning Community, Kramer Court brings together international students, study abroad returnees, Global Studies majors, and anyone curious about cross-cultural connection. In collaboration with the Center for Global Engagement, this community offers a truly international living experience right here on campus.

      Each suite features a common room, full kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, and a private back yard.

    7. Pederson Ranch House

      Continue down the sidewalk to the end of Regent Avenue. At the corner on your right, you'll see the Pederson Ranch House.

      Built in 1913, this was where the Pederson family lived and farmed this land before it was a university. It has been remodeled and moved to this location.

      Currently, it houses the Music Department and Percussion Studio, located in the Water Tower building.

    8. Swenson Center for Social and Behavioral Sciences

      Turning right on Faculty Street, continue past the Pederson Ranch House. You have now entered our academic corridor, also known as Regals Way, or more informally among students, The Spine. 

      This corridor is the main walkway through the center of campus, and is where most of our students will have their classes. 

      The first building next to Faculty Street is the Swenson Center for Social and Behavioral Sciences. 

      As a LEED-certified environmentally-friendly building, the Swenson Center for Social and Behavioral Sciences houses nine classrooms, 43 offices, two computer labs, a psychology lab, a conference room and the Pamela Jolicoeur Gallery of Art. 

      This building is home to several departments in the College of Arts and Sciences, including Communication, Political Science, Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Languages and Cultures.

    9. Spies-Bornemann Center for Education and Technology

      Looking down the academic corridor, on the right is the Spies-Bornemann Center for Education & Technology.

      This 23,000 square foot facility houses undergraduate and graduate programs; a Mac lab; a TV studio and control room with video editing rooms; distance learning classroom; model laboratory; and more.

       

    10. Swenson Science Center

      On the left is the Swenson Science Center.

      Opened in Fall 2020, this three story structure is the largest academic building on campus.

      On the first floor, you’ll find your biomechanics, exercise physiology, marine science and neuroscience physiology classes.

      On the second floor, you'll find genetics, microbiology and biochemistry classes. There are two conference rooms and many collaborative work spaces  for you to meet with your classmates and professors. Labs on this floor are equipped with Bio Safety cabinets and an autoclave to allow you to safely conduct your research.

      On the third floor of the building, you’ll attend your chemistry classes. Our labs are equipped with transparent fume hoods and the latest equipment for you to conduct your experiments.

      The Gilbert plaza connects the Swenson Science Center to the Ahmanson Science Building via the Carol Gilbert Skyway. In the areas around the building, there are tables and chairs for you to do your homework or just hang out in the fresh air.

    11. Ahmanson Science Center

      Connected to Swenson Science Center via the skyway bridge is the Ahmanson Science Center which is home to many sciences — geology and environmental science, physics, computer science, and math.

      It's where you'll find several laboratories (and a lot of students and faculty doing research), as well as a research-grade 3D printer that's perfect for engineering and research projects.

      The Holm Atrium at the entrance is a great place to hang out between classes or meet with other students.

    12. Soiland Humanities Center

      Across the corridor from Ahmanson is the Soiland Humanities Center, which houses 16 classrooms, 30 faculty offices, multiple conference rooms, and an art gallery.

      This is where most of your humanities classes will be held—religion, philosophy, English, and history. You can also visit faculty in their offices on the second floor.

      Soiland is also home to the Kwan Fong Gallery of Art & Culture, which means you can enjoy its exhibits on the way to and from class.

      Just across the way is Overton Hall. Some classes are held here, as well as choir rehearsals and other musical performances.

    13. Peters Hall

      As you walk past the flagpoles and down the stairs, turn left on the sidewalk and continue until you reach Peters Hall at the corner of Memorial Pkwy and Pioneer Ave. 

      This building is one of several that are part of the School of Management. You'll find business, accounting, economics, and sports management classes here, as well as some faculty offices.

      The School of Management hosts lots of engaging events, speakers, and experiential learning trips throughout the year. The Business School on Rails event lets students connect with real-world business environments and industry leaders. Students hop on the Metrolink train near campus and travel to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles for a day of immersive industry visits. Past trips have included visits to Spotify, Bank of America and Deloitte.

    14. Theatre Arts Department

      Head across Memorial Parkway at the crosswalk behind you. You'll see Memorial Field on your left. This was home to Kingsmen Football as well as other activities from 1959-2011. It now serves as a multipurpose recreation field.

      Turning right onto the sidewalk, you will see the Theatre Arts building. In this building are offices for professors, costume shops, make up studios, design labs and our very own Black Box Studio Theatre, where many student-directed productions are held.

      Just next to it on the right is the Mail Center and Printing Services. Every student gets a mail box for all four years. Additionally, it’s a fully functioning mailroom where you can ship and receive packages.

    15. Ullman Commons

      Next to Theatre Arts on the right is Ullman Commons, which sits at the heart of campus and is where students come to gather — over food, over coffee, or by the fire pit at Jack's Corner.

      The main dining commons offers several all-you-care-to-eat options, including a made-to-order Asian wok and Mongolian grill, brick pizza oven, and deli counter. In addition, our award-winning Food on Demand system gives you even more options and ways to customize your meal. If you need something quick, fresh, and tasty to take with you, Ullman Market has you covered.

      Turning left and heading up Regals Way, you'll find Starbucks. This is Ventura County's largest Starbucks location, making it a great place to study while you enjoy your favorite drink. If you prefer to enjoy the beautiful weather, right outside is Jack's Corner. With its outdoor fire pit, it's the perfect spot to hang out with friends.

    16. Kingsmen Park

      Across from Ullman Commons is Kingsmen Park -- the heart of Cal Lutheran. Featuring a bridge over the creek, gazebo, and tree arboretum, this is the perfect place to enjoy our fantastic SoCal weather.

      A variety of events are hosted in the park throughout the year. Each summer, the park becomes an amphitheater for Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival performances, among many other festivities.

      Don't be surprised if you see students attending an event, having picnics, playing frisbee, doing homework, or just taking a nap in the midst of the beautiful campus scenery.

      Events include our annual “Let it Snow”, the Hawaiian Club’s yearly Luau, De-Stress Fest around finals week, and much more. Check out “The Hub” on our website to learn more about events on campus!

    17. Enormous Luther Statue

      Continue down Regals Way to the "Enormous Luther" statue in Falde Plaza. 

      Enormous Luther is an artistic representation of the historic impact that Martin Luther had on the Church, and the enormous impact Cal Lutheran students will have on the world.

      The Enormous Luther statue is a prominent landmark on campus -- clubs, organizations, offices, teams, and friends can often be found taking pictures here.

      Students have affectionately nicknamed him "Gumby" after the timeless claymation cartoon character that the statue resembles.

      Feel free to snap a photo with Gumby -- it's a long time Cal Lu tradition!

    18. Pearson Library

      Behind Enormous Luther are Pearson Library and the Preus-Brandt Forum.

      The library offers numerous resources for students including a writing center, research assistance and study rooms. 

      In the Preus-Brandt Forum, we host all of our larger theatre main stage productions. Our very own hilarious CLU Improv Troupe performs there late on Thursday nights.

    19. Samuelson Chapel

      Continue down the walkway that goes past Pearson Library and the native garden, then cross the street towards Samuelson Chapel.

      The Chapel, with its sweeping walls of stained glass, is home to Cal Lutheran's campus ministry programs and the site of numerous musical, academic, cultural and special events during the year, as well as our signature Christmas Concerts open to the public each December.

      A weekly chapel service is held every Thursday for those who wish to attend. Campus Ministry is a place that welcomes everyone in the Cal Lutheran community, no matter your belief, non-belief, or place somewhere in the middle.

    20. William Rolland Art Center

      Continue past the Chapel and down the path along the back side of Pearson Library, and turn left and head over the bridge that crosses Olsen Road.

      Turn left after the bridge and go past the football stadium to the William Rolland Art Center.

      Opened in 2017, the William Rolland Art Center provides modern facilities for the Cal Lutheran Visual Arts and Digital Media and Design departments.

      This venue contains studios for painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, and sculpture. Also included are computer labs, video and audio editing suites, as well as a virtual reality and video production studio. A gallery space displaying student work is located at the entrance.

    21. William Rolland Stadium

      Turn around and head back to view William Rolland Stadium -- a two-story stadium with 2,000 fixed seats, an artificial turf field, and outdoor sports lighting for football, soccer, lacrosse, and intramural matches. It also serves as a venue for the annual commencement ceremony.

      Included in the 16,000-square-foot facility is the William Rolland Gallery of Fine Art, which houses pieces of bronze statuary, paintings and other collections and arts shows.

    22. Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center

      Across from the stadium is the Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center.

      This building houses Gilbert Arena, where our basketball and volleyball teams practice and compete, as well as the Forrest Fitness Center which provides access to all students for weight training and cardio.

      You'll also find a dance studio, classrooms, and the Athletic Hall of Fame which recognizes and honors decades of Cal Lutheran's top student-athletes. 

      Continue heading down the plaza towards Hutton Field, where our softball team competes. Here you will see the CLU rocks up on Mount Clef Ridge in the distance.

      Every year during New Student Orientation, new students hike up to the rocks to put on a fresh coat of paint (and maybe get a little paint on themselves in the process). This long-standing tradition represents a new experience, connections with new friends, and the start of their Cal Lutheran journey.  

      At the base of Mount Clef Ridge is the practice facility for the Angel City Football Club, the professional women's soccer team of Los Angeles.

    23. Samuelson Aquatics Center

      To the right of Hutton Field is Ullman Stadium and George "Sparky" Anderson Field, home of our baseball team (NCAA DIII National Champions in 2017!) Fun fact: it has actual refurbished seats from Dodger Stadium.

      Continue around the perimeter of the Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center until you reach the Samuelson Aquatic Center. This Olympic-sized pool is the home of Cal Lutheran swimming, diving, and water polo.

      It was also the official practice location for the U.S. Olympic Men's Water Polo team! It features a 50-meter pool, diving well, and diving boards accommodate competitions in swimming, diving and water polo at the intercollegiate and intramural levels.

    24. Campus Store

      Follow the path back over the bridge, past Enormous Luther into Kingsmen Park, and take a left towards the Campus Store. 

      Here, students can purchase textbooks and supplies, and all Cal Lutheran fans can purchase branded apparel and other gear. 

    25. Finish

      Continue heading past the Campus Store to the main parking lot where your tour experience today began.

      We hope you enjoyed seeing what Cal Lutheran has to offer, and that it helps you in your college journey.

      To experience everything you couldn't see today, including classrooms, labs, residence hall rooms, and more, sign up for a guided campus tour here.

      Thanks for visiting us today, and come back soon!