Mission California Lutheran University is a diverse scholarly community dedicated to excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies. Rooted in the Lutheran tradition of Christian faith, the University encourages critical inquiry into matters of both faith and reason. The mission of the University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Course Numbering System: 01-99 - designate preparation courses not applicable to degree credit 100 - 100 - are usually taken by freshman students 200 - 299 - are usually taken by sophomores 300 - 499 - are upper division courses normally taken by juniors and seniors 500 - 599 - are graduate level courses 600 - 799 - are doctoral level courses 800 - 899 - are professional development 900 - 999 - are Continuing Education Units (CEU)