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…
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…
What it’s like to be a Business major
I am not a traditional business student. When I first transferred to PLU in the Fall of ‘23, my intention was to graduate with a Political Science degree. I genuinely had no plans to pursue a Business degree, as I didn’t know how it would…
Studying Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico: Claire Hindman’s Game-Changing Experience
PLU study away* programs can be transformative for Lutes. We talked with nursing student Claire Hindman ’26: “This study away program will forever shape the way I see the world and influence the way I advocate, connect, and care for my patients as a future…
Get Involved: Austyn B. shares about being part of Clay Crows Improv Group
If you like to crack a good joke and are not afraid of not having a plan for performing, Clay Crows is a great place for you. Clay Crows is a student improv group of PLU. They audition every semester and you don’t have to…
Internship Q&A: Student Gavin Ripka’s experience at Tacoma Arts Live
With a triple major, multiple internships, three study away experiences, and lots of participation in campus life, Gavin Ripka is soaking up as much as he can at PLU. We caught up with Gavin to learn more about his most recent internship experience with Tacoma…
Communication Major at PLU — Student Perspective
Hey all! My name is Kateryna. I am second-year student at PLU, studying Strategic Communication and here’s everything I do in this field: I am on the Leadership Board for the Tour Guide Program. As a tour guide, I get to practice the true art…
“What do you love about PLU?”
The PLU community is a vibe. In this video, students sound off about what they love about being a Lute. From the small class sizes, to faculty support, to the sense of belonging…PLU’s campus culture is a big reason why students thrive. Want to see…
“Day in the Life” RA Vlog: Residence Hall Events
Part of life in the residence halls is about “adding sparkle” into students’ lives. That’s what Cordelia Seil ’27 and others bring to residence hall life as Resident Assistants (RAs). Codelia says “I love the sense of community that I get to cultivate for my…
When Community is the Classroom
How do you want to make a difference? PLU students are about paying it forward, and you can see that core value lived out through “J-Term on the Hill” – a social work class that students from any major can take, as it can count…
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