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Reflections from our Iftar!

The Interfaith Iftar at our university was such a wholesome and meaningful experience. At exactly 6:06 PM, everyone, Muslim and non-Muslim students alike, broke the fast together with dates and water. One of the sweetest things was seeing students who weren’t fasting get up to…

April 22, 2025
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We Went Bouldering in Seattle!

PLU student Zari shares about a spring Outdoor Rec trip to Seattle Bouldering Project.

April 19, 2025
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Students Audrey Blais ’26 and Kai Lewis ’27 with Tonči chocolatier co-owners Randy Taylor and Carlina Jules-Taylor.
A Sweet Partnership: PLU students partner with Tonči Chocolatiers in Tobago

What if studying abroad meant more than just sightseeing? At PLU, business marketing students Audrey Blais ’26 and Kai Lewis ’27 got to do something pretty sweet – literally. As part of a January Term (J-Term) study away program in Tobago, they partnered with Tonči,…

April 18, 2025
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Get Involved: Justice H. shares about being a part of Women’s+ Ultimate Frisbee team

If you are interested in trying something new while in college, consider joining PLU Reign Women’s+ Ultimate Frisbee. “Ultimate Frisbee is a sport which works to foster spirit of the game by encouraging players to self regulate, work together, and respect other teams. Our team…

April 17, 2025
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You Ask, We Answer: What accommodations does PLU provide?

One of the most common questions that I receive as I am working with students that are considering PLU is “I had a 504 plan or an IEP in high school, what does that mean for me at PLU?” At PLU, we are able to…

April 17, 2025
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Major Drop-In: Computer Science

Drop-in and see what it’s like being a Computer Science major! Senior Ashley Akamine is working on her capstone project, which combines her passion for basketball as a student-athlete with software development. Why is PLU’s Computer Science major a solid pick? Career opportunities – classes…

April 14, 2025
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You Ask, We Answer: Do I have to live on-campus?

We’re proud to offer on-campus housing to more than 1,300 students yearly, with nearly 72% of our first-year students choosing to live in the residence halls! If you’re wondering, “Do I have to live on campus?” while attending PLU, our answer is “Yes, unless…” PLU…

April 11, 2025
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How to Take Care of Your Mental Wellbeing While in College

In many ways, college is the most exciting and transformative time of your life. But it’s also not a big secret that the “perfect” student life we see in TV shows is not reality. College comes with stress. Stress is a given part of our…

April 11, 2025
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Two PLU chemistry students in white lab coats and goggles stand on either side of chemistry professor Andrea Munro, wearing a blue lab coat and goggles during a summer research project on campus in the PLU chemistry lab.
PLU Introduces Two New Majors: Biochemistry & Chemical Physics

Exciting news for students passionate about chemistry and its intersections with biology and physics – PLU now offers Biochemistry and Chemical Physics as standalone majors! Both programs have been available as concentrations within the Chemistry major for years, and now as degrees will provide students…

March 30, 2025
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An Internship with an Impact – Bridget Tillery’s public history internship in Fort Collins, CO

Curious about internships? They’re a great way to try out a career and have valuable experiences that can help you be even more employable when you graduate. Check out Bridget Tillery’s unique experiences on the job in Fort Collins, CO. What are you studying? My…

March 24, 2025
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