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  • History students at Pacific Lutheran University develop the skills needed to ask important questions, collect and evaluate evidence, work collaboratively with others, and offer clear and

    effective communicators. History students can study off campus for a month or a semester in many parts of the world, earning credit that counts toward a History major or minor. Make choices about your future while studying the past.  History faculty provide individual advising that supports students as they develop their vocational interests, career paths, and graduate study plans.  Join us! To declare a major or minor with just a few clicks, send a note with the subject “Sign me up!” to History chair

    Professor Rebekah Mergenthal, Chair
    253-536-5132
    Xavier Hall, Room 109 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The curriculum for the Business and Economic History program at PLU is administered by the History department, and taught by the Benson Family Chair.

    2024 Benson Summer Research Project Announced Recording of Glory M. Liu’s 2023 Benson Lecture Released Watch Now Our Home The Business and Economic History Program is part of the Department of History, housed in Xavier Hall on upper campus. Interactive Campus Map Business and Economic History Program at PLUBusiness and economic history involves the study of business organizations, companies, entrepreneurs, workers, products, and consumers, as well as the economic forces that have shaped culture

    Business and Economic History Program
    253-535-8305
    Xavier, Room 101 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Peace Corps Prep (PC Prep) is an undergraduate certificate program that helps students prepare for service in the Peace Corps, a US-government organization that sends US citizens abroad to volunteer

    for acceptance) Rolling admission until 5/23/2025 2024-2025 Applications will open in early September 2024Quick Links Peace Corps What volunteers do Where volunteers go Volunteer benefitsPeace Corps PrepPeace Corps Prep (PC Prep) is an undergraduate certificate program that helps students prepare for service in the Peace Corps, a US-government organization that sends US citizens abroad to volunteer for two-years in over 60 countries. The PC Prep Program is also an exciting chance to help you

    Peace Corps Prep
    12180 Park Avenue S. Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Lutheran Studies at PLU welcomes students, faculty, staff, and alumni into this global network, into the significant dialogue between cultures as we engage the pressing economic, political, and

    The 13th Annual Lutheran Studies Conference More Information Lutheran Studies at Pacific Lutheran UniversityPLU has been a lively center for the study of Lutheran higher education and the global Lutheran tradition since its beginnings in 1890. Distinguished lecturers, undergraduate courses in history, music, scripture, theology, and the visual arts, study away classes in Germany, Namibia, and Norway, campus ministry workshops, faith and reason dialogues, faculty publications and public

    Lutheran Studies at PLU
    Hauge Administration Building Room 220C Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Within the environmental studies curriculum at PLU, the social sciences provide perspectives on the environment from a human point of view, balancing the ecological perspectives contributed by the

    A Study of the Environment, Connectivity, and the World Around UsPacific Lutheran University sits up

    Environmental Studies
    253-535-8700
    Rieke Science Center Room 158 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Mission: To provide military-affiliated personnel with the support and resources they need to succeed at PLU and beyond.

    & engagement. The Center consists of offices where you can find amazing staff, the DJS Lounge (where you can hang out or study), the DJS Classroom (across from the Lute Locker – where you can study), and the Cave.   The Center for Student Success: Meet with an advisor or just hang out in a talking-allowed space in the library with plenty of whiteboards for brainstorming all your best project ideas. History of Military Support at PLU2020 - Present2010-20192000-20091980-19991960-19791940-19592020 - Present

    Office Hours
    Monday: 1200-1700
    Tuesday: 0900-1200
    Thursday: 0900-1700
    Friday: 0900-1700
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: Closed
    Center for Military Student Support
    Anderson University Center Room 183
  • Study Abroad vs Study Away: PLU values the diversity within the US and therefore offers academic programs both locally and globally.

    Learn about Semester Study Away Semester Study Away at PLU Get to know J-Term 2025 Programs J-Term Study Away at PLU More About QUIP Studying Away at PLUChallenge your perspective!Study Abroad vs Study Away: PLU values the diversity within the US and therefore offers academic programs both locally and globally. Students earn PLU credit and have access to Financial Aid and Scholarships while studying away for a Semester,Year or Short-Term program. The Wang Center supports students during

    Wang Center for Global and Community Engaged Education
    253-535-8752
    868 Wheeler Street Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Interdisciplinary study asks us to consider multiple perspectives—as provided by different disciplines and theories—in order to generate new insights that are purposeful, disciplined, and

    Your browser does not support the video tag. Interdisciplinary Programs (IDIS)As John Dewey reminds us, “No discipline alone can solve the big questions we face.” In the 21st century, global possibilities present us with increasingly complex issues and problems. Interdisciplinary study asks us to consider multiple perspectives—as provided by different disciplines and theories—in order to generate new insights that are purposeful, disciplined, and integrated.Quick Links My Academic Pathway

    Interdisciplinary Programs
  • The University Symphony Orchestra has long been one of the most important centerpieces of a stunningly rich musical calendar.

    the primary orchestral ensemble at Pacific Lutheran University. With an annual roster of over seventy musicians, the USO performs 4 of the 5 major concerts on the School of Music, theatre & Dance’s “Orchestra Series.” Its repertoire is diverse, from early orchestral works of the 18th and 19th centuries to brand new literature. In fact, each year the USO performs at least two world or regional premieres, often of works written specifically for it. The USO also sponsors Student Showcase, a concerto

    Pacific Lutheran University Symphony Orchestra
    253-535-8669
    Mary Baker Russell Music Center, Room 335 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Here you find information about our jazz courses and ensembles, events and concert schedule, and more.

    Jazz at PLU The education of improvisation Jazz at Pacific Lutheran UniversityWelcome to the PLU Jazz website! Here you find information about our jazz courses and ensembles, events and concert schedule, and more. PLU offers classes in jazz history, jazz theory, private instrumental lessons, as well as lessons in jazz composition and arranging. The jazz ensemble and combos provide students and audiences with the opportunity to experience jazz music both in its traditional form and in a variety

    Dr. Cassio Vianna, Director of Jazz Studies and Assistant Professor of Music
    Mary Baker Russell Music Center Tacoma, WA 98447