PLU’s Kinesiology Team takes third at national sports medicine knowledge bowl
In June, PLU’s Kinesiology Team—Emily Whittaker ’21, Alyssa Pociernicki ’22, and Brianna O’Malley ’21—finished third in the 2021 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) National Knowledge Bowl. “This achievement is significant to us and PLU because it shows how great our undergraduate program is and…
Forsyth Wins Two National Titles at NCAA Championships
Pacific Lutheran University senior Bailey Forsyth cemented her place in the record books on Saturday, closing her career by winning national titles in both the 100-meters and 200-meters to highlight the final day of the 2021 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field Championships at…
How the PLU School of Business is adapting with the times
Somaye Nargesi, a second-year business professor, came to PLU from a large research institution. She immediately noticed a stark difference in how her new institution approached the field. “At PLU, the business curriculum is mostly designed around soft skills, meaning how you build insightful inquiries,…
Innovation Studies Student Launches Business During Pandemic
In less than six months, Mariken Lund ’22 built a website for her sustainable clothing business, received a crush of orders, and started averaging 60,000+ views on TikTok and other social media platforms. And she did it all during a pandemic. Lund is an international…
Campus Life at PLU
Get a glimpse of what life is like as a Lute! From athletics to arts, from leadership and service to just having a good time, from hanging out in the residence halls to exploring the Pacific Northwest, PLU students are engaged and involved.
How to be a Lute: Let’s get food
You need energy to keep up with college life! Cailey Collado ’23 has your back. In this video, she shows you where to grab the best food around PLU.
How to be a Lute: Setting up your hammock
At PLU, we like to get comfy. Join Cas Hebert ’23 as she shows you how to set up a hammock.
How to be a Lute: How to weather the Pacific Northwest weather
Miguel Ordanez ’23 shows you what to wear to stay warm, dry and happy in the PNW.
How to be a Lute: Let’s Spend a Day in Tacoma
Ready to explore? Tacoma native Lindsey Hansen ’22 shares some highlights of her favorite Tacoma hang-out spots.
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