Pacific Lutheran University offers many services for students and provides a rich array of resources to encourage academic success. Students are encouraged to become familiar with the offices and services described in this section of the catalog. Additional information about these resources is available from each of the offices or from the Division of Student Life and the Office of the Provost.
Academic Assistance Center
| Finding tutors for courses and assistance with study skills | |||
| Library 124 | 253.535.7459 | www.plu.edu/aac/ | aac@plu.edu |
Academic Internships
| Internship opportunities and requirements | |||
| RAMS 112 | 253.535.7415 | www.plu.edu/career/internships/ | intern@plu.edu |
Admission
| Admission-related questions | |||
| Hauge 109 | 253.535.7151 | www.choose.plu.edu | admission@plu.edu |
Alumni and Constituent Relations
| Alumni engagement programs, grants, and the PLU Fund | |||
| Nesvig Alumni Center | 253.535.7415 | www.plu.edu/alumni/ | alumni@plu.edu |
Army ROTC
| Assisting students who desire to participate in Army ROTC (open to all first-year students) | |||
| Memorial Gym 105 | 252.535.8200 | www.plu.edu/rotc/ | rotc@plu.edu |
Athletics
| NCAA Division III, 19 varsity sports, intramurals, Names Fitness Center, swimming pools, and more | |||
| Olson Gym 101 | 253.535.7352 | www.golutes.com/landing/index | athletic@plu.edu |
Bookstore: Lute Locker
| School supplies, books, clothes at https://luteworld.plu.edu | |||
| Anderson University Center, Lower Level | 253.535.7705 | luteworld.plu.edu | bkst@plu.edu |
Campus Concierge
| Information desk and assistance | |||
| Anderson University Center, Main Floor | 253.535.7411 | www.plu.edu/concierge/ | concierg@plu.edu |
Campus Ministry
| Supporting the religious and spiritual lives of the PLU community | |||
| Anderson University Center 190 | 253.535.7464 | www.plu.edu/campus-ministry/ | cmin@plu.edu |
Campus Restaurants
| Provides food services and creation of culinary delights for campus | |||
| Anderson University Center | 253.535.7472 | www.plu.edu/dining/ | dining@plu.edu |
Campus Safety
| Parking and safety information | |||
| Harstad G-28 | 253.535.7441 | www.plu.edu/campus-safety/ | campussafety@plu.edu |
Career Connections
| Information on career exploration and opportunities | |||
| Ramstad 112 | 253.535.7459 | www.plu.edu/career/ | career@plu.edu |
Center for Community Engagement and Service
| Connecting students, staff, and faculty with service opportunities in Parkland and Tacoma communities; includes academic service learning, federal community work study, and volunteering | |||
| CCES House | 253.535.7652 | www.plu.edu/service/ | service@plu.edu |
Center for Gender Equity
| Provides resources and programs to promote gender equity | |||
| 801 121st Street | 253.535.8759 | www.plu.edu/gender-equity/ | cge@plu.edu |
Center for Graduate Programs & Continuing Education
| Assistance with graduate programs and continuing education offerings | |||
| Corner of Pacific Avenue & Garfield St. | 253.535.7723 | www.plu.edu/centergpce/ | gpce@plu.edu |
Center for Media Studies
| Co-curricular activities of Student Media Lab to develop new community outreach and engagement opportunities | |||
| Ingram 101 | 253.535.7051 | www.plu.edu/mediastudies/ | cms@plu.edu |
Center for Student Success
| Assistance with advising and resources for selecting courses | |||
| Library 1st Floor | 253.535.7459 | www.plu.edu/student-success/ | success@plu.edu |
Commuter and Transfer Student Connections
| On campus resources and communities for commuter, transfer, military, and students who are parents | |||
| The Cave & Kreidler Lounge | 253.535.7195 | www.plu.edu/commuter-students/ | ctsc@plu.edu |
Counseling Center
| Confidential mental health counseling services for students (individual/group workshops) and referrals to off-campus resources | |||
| Anderson University Center 300 | 253.535.7206 | www.plu.edu/counseling/ | counseling@plu.edu |
Disability Support Services
| Assists students with accommodations and matters relating to the application of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act | |||
| 12013 Park Ave S | 253.535.7206 | www.plu.edu/dss/ | dss@plu.edu |
Dispute Resolution
| Assists with the resolution of any disputes between members of the PLU community | |||
| 253.535.7185 | www.plu.edu/udrc/staff/ | www.plu.edu/udrc/ | udrc@plu.edu |
Diversity Center
| Social justice, diversity education, and student support | |||
| Anderson University Center 150 | 253.535.8750 | www.plu.edu/dcenter/ | dcenter@plu.edu |
The Elliott Press
| Provides hands-on workshop for students in the Publishing & Printing Arts Program | |||
| Ingram Hall 122 | 253.535.7387 | www.plu.edu/ppa/elliott-press/ | soac@plu.edu |
First-Year Experience
| Director Rona Kaufman is available to answer questions regarding the First-Year Experience at PLU | |||
| Admin 227D | 253.535.7295 | www.plu.edu/first-year/ | kaufman@plu.edu |
Health Center
| On campus health care for students | |||
| Corner of Park & 121st Streets | 253.535.7337 | www.plu.edu/health-center/ | |
Help Desk: Information & Technology Services
| Assistance with computer-related and phone issues | |||
| Mortvedt Library | 253.535.7525 | www.plu.edu/helpdesk/ | helpdesk@plu.edu |
Hospitality Services
| Information on campus events and planning | |||
| Anderson University Center | 253.535.7450 | www.plu.edu/hospitality/ or www.plu.edu/calendar/ | events@plu.edu |
International Student Services
| Provides support for international students | |||
| Harstad 112 | 253.535.7264 | www.plu.edu/iss/ | iss@plu.edu |
Library
| Provides information resources and research and reference services to the PLU community | |||
| Mortvedt Library | 253.535.7500 | www.plu.edu/library/ | library@plu.edu |
LuteCard/Campus Concierge
| Activating a LuteCard (PLU ID card), reporting lost cards, general university information | |||
| Anderson University Center, Main Floor | 253.535.7411 | www.plu.edu/lutecard/ | lutecard@plu.edu |
New Student Orientation
| Assists students with a smooth transition to the PLU community | |||
| Anderson University Center 161 | 253.535.7195 | www.plu.edu/nso | engage@plu.edu |
Registrar
| Class scheduling, registration appointment times, grades, academic policies, CAPP, graduation, transfer credit evaluation | |||
| Hauge 130 | 253.535.7131 | www.plu.edu/registrar/ | regi@plu.edu |
Residential Life
| Assists with issues related to residence halls | |||
| Anderson University Center 161 | 253.535.7200 | www.plu.edu/residential-life/ or rlif@plu.edu | |
Student Employment
| Provides employment opportunities for students | |||
| Nesvig Alumni Center | 253.535.7459 | www.plu.edu/studentemployment/ | stuemp@plu.edu |
Student Engagement
| Advocates for student-directed experiences | |||
| Anderson University Center 161 | 253.535.7195 | www.plu.edu/student-engagement/ | engage@plu.edu |
Student Financial Services (formerly Financial Aid and Student Services)
| Financial aid, scholarships, and loan assistance and billing questions | |||
| Hauge 102 | 253.535.7161 or 800.678.3243 | www.plu.edu/student-financial-services/ | fin@plu.edu |
Student Life
| Provides programs and services that advance the development and well-being of students | |||
| Anderson University Center 161 | 253.535.7191 | www.plu.edu/student-life/ | slif@plu.edu |
Student Rights and Responsibilities (formerly Student Conduct)
| Assists students with the University’s commitment to holistic student development | |||
| 12013 Park Ave S | 253.535.7195 | www.plu.edu/srr/ | srr@plu.edu |
Study Away – See Wang Center for Global Education
Summer Sessions
| Summer courses are offered in June and July, both on-campus and online | |||
| Center for Graduate Studies & Continuing Education | 253.535.8628 | www.plu.edu/summer/ | summer@plu.edu |
Wang Center for Global Education
| Provides students, faculty, and staff with challenging and rewarding opportunities to live and learn globally and locally | |||
| 868 Wheeler Street | 253.535.7577 | www.plu.edu/wangcenter/ | wang.center@plu.edu |
Writing Center
| Provides assistance with writing and tutoring | |||
| Mortvedt Library 220 | 253.535.8709 | www.plu.edu/writingcenter/ | writing@plu.edu |