Campus Opportunities
Veterans Day Celebration Wednesday
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Join the Ahmanson Veterans Resource Office this Veterans Day in honoring the brave servicemen and women who have served our country. Students, staff, veterans, dependents, faculty and community members are welcome to connect, share memories and express heartfelt thanks over music, food and fellowship. The guest speaker will be James Espinoza, a six-year U.S. Army veteran, retired 20-year law enforcement leader and co-founder and director of the Veteran Mentor Project, Inc.
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Concert & Conversation with Jeffery Martin
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm
The Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Philosophy Department and the SoCal Philosophy Academy present an evening of music and philosophy with artists Jeffrey Martin and Sam Weber. Through performance and facilitated conversation we will explore the philosophical themes in Jeffrey Martin’s songs, his writing process and his experiences with education, teaching and music.
Tickets are free for Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ students, faculty and staff. Public tickets are available for purchase.
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An Afternoon of Symphonic Music
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon of inspiring music as the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Wind Ensemble, conducted by Michael Hart, and the University String Symphony, conducted by Breanna Thornton, present a diverse program of works for winds and strings.
The ensembles will showcase their individual artistry before coming together to close the concert with a work for the combined forces. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Donations will be accepted.
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Pawnbrokers and Pickled Boys: Saint Nick, Money and Children
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Join us for a special lecture about the historical St. Nicholas and his relationship to money, gifts and Christmas. Kyle Smith, professor of the history of religions at the University of Toronto, will follow the stories of Saint Nicholas into the medieval West, where the saint of merchants became a saint of children too.
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An Evening of Mariachi Music
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Join the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Mariachi Ensemble, conducted by Rocio Marron, for an evening of vibrant music from the rich and diverse mariachi repertoire. Featuring the talent and energy of Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ student musicians, the ensemble will perform a selection of beloved traditional and contemporary songs.
Come experience the spirited sounds and traditions of mariachi in the beautiful setting of Samuelson Chapel. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Donations will be accepted.
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Concert, Chapel Services, and Guest Lecture with Ruth Naomi Floyd
November 18-19 in the Samuelson Chapel
Jazz vocalist, composer, and educator Ruth Naomi Floyd is visiting Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ for a series of events:
- Concert: Wednesday, November 18 at 6pm
- Preaching at Chapel Service: Thursday, November 19 at 11:25am
- Academic Lecture: Thursday, November 19 immediately following Chapel
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CLU Jazz Collective
Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Join the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Jazz Collective, directed by Uziel Colón, for an exciting evening of jazz featuring classic standards, modern favorites and music from across the jazz tradition. The ensemble's talented student musicians will bring their energy and creativity to a dynamic program of music.
Come enjoy an evening of swinging rhythms, expressive melodies and the collaborative spirit of jazz in the Preus-Brandt Forum. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Donations will be accepted.
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Candlelight Christmas with Areté
Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026 at 4:00 pm
In what promises to be a joyful celebration of the holiday season, the singers of the Areté Vocal Ensemble, conducted by Wyant Morton, will serenade the audience with classics as well as new music from around the world, surrounded by the warm glow of candles.
Tickets are $20 if purchased online in advance or $25 at the door.
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Extreme Heat and Its Impacts on Vulnerable Communities in Ventura County: Existing Challenges and Their Escalation Over Time
A Conference Examining the Economic and Social Dimensions of Extreme Heat Impacts on Thursday, February 18, 2027 from 8am-2:30pm in the Lundring Events Center
Ventura County cannot wait until extreme heat becomes a crisis to take action. The coming decade could bring dramatic changes that threaten public health, housing stability, economic security, and quality of life. Now is the time to understand the risks and prepare.
Join the Center for Economics of Social Issues (CESI) for the presentation of this research, an expert panel, and a community discussion focused on practical solutions. Tickets are $30 for seniors.
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