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  • Department of Political Science Statement on Racial ViolenceBlack lives matter and violence against the bodies of people of color in this country must end. We simply will not survive as a democracy if we do not work to end systemic racism and white supremacy in all our institutions and at all levels of society. The Political Science Department at Pacific Lutheran University mourns the loss of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery and countless others who have seen their lives cut

  • The Department of Economics offers the unique opportunity to participate in an economics alumni mentoring program for all majors to help you prepare for your life beyond PLU.

    National Conference of Undergraduate Research Congratulations to Hanna Venera for the acceptance of her paper: "Covid19: An Econometric Analysis of Depression Rates" to the 2021 virtual National Conference of Undergraduate Research. From PLU to Public Health Amy Spieker ’09 economics/political science alumna on community health advocacy, service and building relationships. More Economics Students Expand Possibilities Four PLU women present research at national conference. View Resolute PLU Economics

    Professor Priscilla St Clair, Chair
    Xavier Hall, Room 153 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Mathematics, Engineering, Science, and Achievement (MESA) works to support underrepresented students achieving and contributing their full potential in mathematics, engineering and science.

    Welcome to Tacoma/South Puget Sound MESATacoma/South Puget Sound MESA provides enrichment and access opportunities to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs for grades 6 –12 across the Greater Tacoma area with the goal of increasing representation of historically underrepresented students of color and women in STEM education and careers. TSPS MESA supports students in five local public school districts by providing after school enrichment and tutoring led by MESA

    Tacoma MESA
    253-536-5098
    Morken Center for Learning & Technology Room 159 12215 10th Ave South Tacoma, WA 98447
  • 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

    , beliefs and values, and the dissemination of these ideas through business, education, nursing and other professions.Within the environmental studies curriculum, the social sciences provide perspectives on the environment from a human point of view, balancing the ecological perspectives contributed by the natural sciences with the economic and political aspects of human society. Courses in the humanities bring the insights of religion and ethics as well as a body of literature and artistic appreciation

    Environmental Studies
    253-535-8700
    Rieke Science Center Room 158 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • By Michael Halvorson, ’85. The Benson Program in Business and Economic History is pleased to announce the selection of three student-faculty research teams for Summer 2021. The fellowships are selected by the Innovation Studies steering committee and funded through the generous support of Dale E.…

    innovator in the industry. In addition to her Business and Economics majors, Kristin is an Innovation Studies minor and a Religion minor. The faculty mentors for this project are Prof. Michael Halvorson (History/Innovation Studies) and Prof. Karen Travis (Economics). Housing and Employment Equality in Seattle Gracie Anderson (History, Political Science) has received funding to study ‘Straight,’ ‘Gay,’ and ‘Queer’ opposition to Initiative 13, a 1978 proposal that sought to overturn recently won legal

  • The PLU Department of Physics offers bachelor of science and bachelor of arts degrees in physics, a bachelor of science degree in applied physics, and a bachelor of arts in education degree for

    new laser systems for applications in medicine and communications; they heat hydrogen gases to temperatures above those at the sun’s core in the attempt to develop nuclear fusion as an energy resource. From astrophysics to nuclear physics to optics and crystal structure, physics encompasses some of the most fundamental and exciting ideas ever considered. The Department of Physics offers bachelor of science and bachelor of arts degrees in physics, a bachelor of science degree in applied physics

    Department of Physics
    253-536-5055
    Rieke Science Center Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Lutheran Studies Conference

    , spiritual and societal levels. The conference features an incredible line up of leading experts from social and natural science approaches as well as counselors, educators, and student advocates for mental health and wellness. At the start of each session, these speakers will lead the conference participants through a brief strategy or tool to manage anxiety. See also the suggested readings below for reading suggestions on the topic of anxiety. We encourage you to read individually or with others prior

    Dr. Marit Trelstad, University Chair in Lutheran Studies
  • Globally, Pacific Lutheran University alumni come face to face with the international conflicts that are defining the modern era. Some by accident, others by choice.

    Desert Storm, the conflict in the Balkans and Operation Iraqi Freedom — a seasoned officer who talked with the authority of experience. “What I learned from her about being a leader, taking care of people,” Calata said, “that’s something I’ve always kept.” As he shifted gears from nursing, Calata turned to political science. Through those studies he met Professor Ann Kelleher. She had a reputation as a tough instructor and, like Boice, had real-world experience with war and diplomacy. “She really

  • , a promise of success in graduate school, qualities of good character, and potential contributions to the educational mission of graduate study. Fast Track Admission Fast Track is an abbreviated application process to the School of Business graduate programs. Students and recent alumni from PLU, any AACSB accredited schools, or any Bachelor of Applied Science programs at a community or technical college in Washington State, from any major, may be eligible to apply via this process. Applications

  • 253.535.7674 www.plu.edu/msn/ nurs@plu.edu Carol Seavor, Ed.D., Dean Kathleen Richardson, D.N.P., Associate Dean The School of Nursing offers three program options leading to the Master of Science in Nursing degree, each differing in the degree requirements for entry: Traditional Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) program is designed for prepared registered nurses with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) The RN-B to M.S.N. program is designed for registered nurses with a baccalaureate