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Global Context Pedagogy, especially First-year programs Latin America, specifically Mexico, Cuba, and the Andean region Bolivia and Peru (study abroad) Global Human Rights Global Women’s & Gender History Books In progress, You Are What You Drink: A Global History of How Alcohol Has Shaped Identity (Reaktion Press, London 2018) Alcohol in World History (Routledge 2012) : View Book Biography Gina Hames’ research interests focus on the historic role of how alcohol shapes identity from a comparative

, 2006 Responsibilities Manages PLU semester programs in consultation with relevant Program Directors and Featured Faculty Liaisons Supports faculty in the development, implementation and budget management of semester study away programs Advises current and prospective faculty leaders on academic support services provided by the Wang Center and assists on travel related questions such as visa and passport requirements, Department of State travel advisories and warnings Manages contract review and

direct social work practice and first year experience program, but also has taught short-term domestic and abroad off campus courses. Her current research interests are in the area of public housing and immigrant communities as well as program evaluation. Most recent publications focus on challenges and strengths of public housing residents, development of community in public and mixed housing developments, student learning and growth in study away experiences, and teaching strategies for social work.

, 1985 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Business and Economic History Innovation / Public interest technology History of Computing (Personal Computers) Software Development / Windows Programming Early Modern Europe / Reformation Germany / Lutheranism Tudor England (study abroad) Books Abstractions and Embodiments: New Histories of Computing and Society, edited by Janet Abbate and Stephanie Dick. (Chapter 9- "The Help Desk: Changing Images of Product Support in Personal Computing, 1975–1990," Johns

the political environment to prepare students for their global experience. During that experience, students work collaboratively with a community in Nicaragua, installing a well and teaching health to adults and children. In the MBA program, Professor Mulder leads courses in Peru for the PLU MBA program, showcasing business in an emerging economy and connecting business practices to indigenous, sustainable and social impact (i.e., UN Global Compact) programs. Dr. Mulder is also an active

the political environment to prepare students for their global experience. During that experience, students work collaboratively with a community in Nicaragua, installing a well and teaching health to adults and children. In the MBA program, Professor Mulder leads courses in Peru for the PLU MBA program, showcasing business in an emerging economy and connecting business practices to indigenous, sustainable and social impact (i.e., UN Global Compact) programs. Dr. Mulder is also an active

Teaching and Practice of Avataṃsaka Buddhism in Twentieth-Century China (Columbia University Press, Sheng Yen Series in Chinese Buddhist Studies 2020) : View Book The Science of Chinese Buddhism: Early Twentieth - Century Engagements (Columbia University Press, Sheng Yen Series in Chinese Buddhist Studies 2015) : View Book Biography Erik Hammerstrom has had a deep affinity with Buddhism since he was young and has spent his entire adult life in its study. At PLU, he teaches a variety of classes that all

Rachel Howard Assistant to the Dean Phone: 253-535-7659 Email: howardrm@plu.edu Office Location: Garfield Station - 104 Professional Biography Education B.A., English, University of Windsor , 2006 Biography Rachel Howard is the Senior Administrative Assistant for the College of Health Professions and the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy. In 2006, she graduated from the University of Windsor with a background in Literature. Upon obtaining her BA, she accepted a teaching position abroad

, no.4, 2009: 747-8. Biography I am a proud native of Tacoma and first generation college student that began my formal second language study in high school. My grandparents were native speakers of Gaelic who immigrated to Tacoma, so my love of languages and cultures started early. I stayed local for college, earning my BA in Spanish from WWU and my MA and PhD in Romance linguistics from the UW. I was fortunate to be able to study away in many locations over the years, including Spain, Guatemala

Pacific Northwest all my life. In the Fall of 2022, I moved from a 25-acre farm, thirty miles east of Seattle (Duvall) to Gig Harbor, Washington. I have traveled around the world both for business and for volunteer economic development work in China, India, Europe, Egypt, South America (Peru, Chile), Central America (Mexico, Guatemala), Russia, and Australia. Many students call me “Dr. Phil” for short. Please connect with me on LinkedIn (99+) Phil Fawcett | LinkedIn during the quarter, so that you can