Entrinsik's Informer AI Platform at the Core of Cal Lutheran's National Award for Student Impact

Tambellini Group Awards Cal Lutheran The 2025 Future Campus Award for AI-Driven Student Success

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- California Lutheran University (CLU) has been selected as the winner of the 2025 Tambellini Group Future Campus Award in the "Impact on Learning Outcomes and Experience" category. The national award honors CLU's university-wide deployment of AI Assistants that are powered by Entrinsik's Informer platform as part of their broader effort to create more agile, personalized, and effective learning environments.

Selected from a competitive pool of higher education institutions, CLU's innovative use of AI stood out for its sustainable design, measurable results, and commitment to long-term student success. The initiative was launched in strategic partnership with Entrinsik, using Informer's AI Assistants to embed secure, governed AI directly into CLU's campus portal and mobile app.

"California Lutheran's bold vision and leadership exemplify how higher education can responsibly implement AI to improve outcomes at scale," said Brad Leupen, CEO of Entrinsik. "Their innovative approach, powered by our Informer AI Assistants, sets a new standard for intuitive, governed, and impactful AI that supports student success today while building a foundation for long‑term impact."

Informer AI Assistants integrate with CLU's existing systems, including their enterprise resource planning system, student information system, and learning management system, and are deployed through the university's MyCLU Digital Experience Platform. This infrastructure empowers students, faculty, and staff with real-time, personalized insights and support across academic, operational, and administrative functions.

Early implementations include 1-to-1 AI Tutors that guide students using Socratic methods, encouraging deeper engagement. AI Instructor Assistants also support faculty by analyzing AI Tutor conversations and institutional data to recommend strategies for framing content based on student interests and learning needs; enhancing instruction and building long-term institutional capacity.

"We realized AI could enable Cal Lutheran to provide an unprecedented, unparalleled level of service and support which would directly impact student success," said Justin Barkhuff, director of enterprise applications at California Lutheran University. "We are so thankful for Entrinsik's ongoing support to help us realize that vision, and it's an honor to be recognized by Tambellini for that work."

Initial results highlight the impact of CLU's AI-powered transformation:

• A 96% satisfaction rating for MyCLU in campus-wide surveys
• 70% reduction in Financial Aid follow-up issues at orientation
• 75% decrease in unpaid graduation fees after launching a digital checklist

The Tambellini Group recognized CLU's initiative for not only improving student experience and outcomes today but for laying a sustainable foundation for the future. The model offers a scalable blueprint for institutions seeking to unify fragmented systems, reduce operational strain, and enhance learning through ethical AI.

"This project is about more than introducing new technology. It is about removing barriers for our students and faculty so they can focus on learning, teaching, and collaboration," said Zareh Marselian, CIO at California Lutheran University. "By integrating Informer AI Assistants into our Digital Experience Platform, we are creating a consistent, personalized experience that helps every member of our campus community get what they need, when they need it. This recognition from Tambellini reflects the progress we have made and our commitment to continuing that work."

About Entrinsik
Entrinsik develops innovative software solutions that help organizations harness the power of data. For more than 40 years, Entrinsik has been a leader in business intelligence, analytics, and data management. Its flagship BI platform, Informer, empowers organizations to transform raw data into actionable insights through self-service data discovery, visualization, and reporting – all under a secure, audited framework that meets SOC 2 standards, ensuring data security, governance, and compliance. Headquartered in Raleigh, NC, Entrinsik serves thousands of clients in various industries, including higher education, manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, and financial services. To learn more about Entrinsik and its platforms, visit https://entrinsik.com/.

About California Lutheran University:
Founded in 1959 and federally recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution since 2016, California Lutheran University is home to over 2,200 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students. Our students come from 58 countries and represent many faiths and spiritualities. Our dedicated, accomplished faculty teach in small classes, guiding our students as they grow into open-minded leaders who are strong in character and judgment, confident in identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Everyone at Cal Lutheran is committed to helping students pursue their passions, discover their purpose and transform their communities. Learn more at CalLutheran.edu.

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