In Europe and in the new European Union, German is the second language of choice after English. Anyone who wishes to deal with the European Community in terms of day-to-day commerce, politics, science, and industry is best advised to know German. We offer a variety of courses that incorporate literature, linguistics and culture into the study of the German language, and we strongly encourage students to study abroad. Your studies will couple rigorous training in the German language with advanced study in the history, literature, and culture of the German people. This gives you important insight into a magnificent cultural heritage that has been lost in the last century. There are courses in every genre and genre period, each presented with care to the details of the subject matter, but also with an eye to larger questions concerning the culture, particularly those that concern our conceptions of ethics, morality, and social justice. You will engage in discussions of ethics and morality that explore the literary artifacts of the past centuries and the philosophical heritage of the Germans—a rich tapestry of thought that goes back to the time of St. Augustine. You will not merely read the works of the great German philosophers, but apply their ideas to the history, literature, and cultural topics under discussion in each course.

California Lutheran University (CLU) is a private liberal arts university located in Thousand Oaks, California. Established in 1959, the university is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, but its mission is rooted in the Lutheran tradition of scholar-focused inquiry, which encourages questions, fosters openness, and promotes individual and collective understanding within a diverse and inclusive environment. The university offers a variety of programs in arts and sciences, business and economics, and education. It's known for its undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs that cover various fields including but not limited to Business Administration, Psychology, Biology, and Education.

CLU's campus is located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, providing students with access to a range of cultural and recreational opportunities. The campus itself features state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and performance venues.

Athletically, CLU is a part of the NCAA Division III and participates in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The university's teams, known as the Kingsmen and Regals, compete in a range of sports including baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and more.

The university has a diverse student body representing many states in the U.S. and numerous countries around the world. It is committed to global engagement and understanding, making study abroad programs and cross-cultural exploration integral parts of its curriculum.