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China. The funding will also support scholarships for PLU students who study in China and for public programming on China in the South Sound. “We hope to increase the number of PLU faculty and local area teachers who have expertise on China and who develop research and curricula on China,” Youtz said. “We will also develop new school exchanges between high schools in the area and Chinese high schools and strengthen the understanding of Chinese language, culture and strategic importance in the modern

challenges facing engineered electrochemical systems using rigorous experiments, efficient data analytics, and computer models, while optimally working in team environments. Such graduates provide substantial value to industry as employees compared to the existing candidates who generally have little or incomplete training in electrochemical science and are often not adept at using modern experimental design, data analytics and computation tools. Graduating seniors are encouraged to apply. The program is

of Fulbright hopefuls. During her time in Baku, she was immersed in the community and worked closely with the US Embassy; when the State Department asked for recommendations for reviewers, the Embassy in Baku submitted her name. When she was offered the appointment, she said “yes”. Hundreds of faculty from around the country peer review applications for the Fulbright Program. Lisosky is assigned to Central Asia and Eastern Europe. Along with two colleagues from other universities, they review

a stone, relief can use a woodblock or linoleum piece and a serigraph creates a stencil in a frame. PLU has a strong tradition in the arts and printmaking in particular. The University has a well-equipped print studio that offers silkscreen, relief, lithography, intaglio and book arts. Henry Klein, owner and creator of Kleinprint.net, juried the show. His art dealership is devoted to contemporary art from Central and Eastern Europe, and he has offered his expertise on many program boards. The

August 1, 2012 I never thought I’d study away four times – and still graduate on time Maryn Johnston ’12 and some of her new friends in South Africa. By Katie Scaff ’13 When Maryn Johnston ’12 came to PLU, she knew she wanted to study away. The Phoenix, Ariz., native traveled to Europe for two weeks with her family in high school and took a 10-day trip to Mexico after graduation, but those trips pale in comparison to the experiences she’s had since she’s been at PLU. Since coming to PLU

Century European history, he is again writing books about things nobody cares about. Hardly. He’s currently working on a book that addresses this “why should I care?” question he sometimes confronts. Tentatively titled “Golden Age: Ten Brilliant Leaps of Imagination,” the book considers some of the ideas that came out of Europe between 1400-1700 that still hold sway today. Inventions like the printing press, discoveries in anatomy and astronomy, and the creation of ideas like humanism and

National Guard, and participates in service related activities on and off-campus. “I wanted to travel,” Justyn says about his reasons for joining the Air Force. “I have been able to visit places I never would have seen otherwise.” Justyn’s travels with the Air Force included trips to Japan, South Korea, and parts of Europe. After six years of service, Justyn decided to attend PLU, drawn in by the nursing program and a chance to live in the Pacific Northwest, one place he had not yet seen. PLU’s

Carnegie Hall Big Band. Vincent tours frequently around the United States, Europe, Japan and China. Vincent continues to share his distinct voice and musical knowledge, as a performer and jazz educator. He is currently on staff at William Paterson University and at Manhattan School of Music. The University Jazz Ensemble, currently under the direction of Dr. Jared Hall, is a critically-acclaimed large ensemble representing jazz and creative music at Pacific Lutheran University. The ensemble performs

collaborates with university, community, and professional musical organizations, including Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Northwest Sinfonietta. Choral Union has appeared at many prestigious conference and festival events, toured Europe multiple times, and recorded three albums. Participants have an enjoyable and deeply moving experience as part of this ensemble. Hear what some of our alumni members—not all of them music majors—have to say about their participation.Making music

Medical Center in Tacoma. Justyn is a current member of the Washington Air National Guard, and participates in service related activities on and off-campus.“I wanted to travel,” Justyn says about his reasons for joining the Air Force. “I have been able to visit places I never would have seen otherwise.”  Justyn’s travels with the Air Force included trips to Japan, South Korea, and parts of Europe. After six years of service, Justyn decided to attend PLU, drawn in by the nursing program and a chance to