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January 14, 2010 Uganda Blog: Second entry By Theodore Charles ’12 After two days of nerve wracking delays and cancellations, we have finally left PLU. Our original itinerary included going to London, having one day of respite, and then progressing to Uganda directly. What really happened was a last minute change for our group to fly to San Francisco, Amsterdam, Kenya, and then finally Uganda. “More last minute changes were made as we all sat on the ground with our fingers crossed, and
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a new vision for our world. This is why I do art.” The tour’s title, inspired by what Carlos strives to achieve through his work, encourages each person to recognize the powerful agent for change she or he might be. As Carlos states, “It’s not that one person can make a difference, each one of us on this earth does make a difference – for better or for worse. The only question is: which one will you be?” The event will consist of a full performance set by the artist followed by a book signing
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religious faith and social justice, human ethics and environmental concerns, scientific data and moral commitments. He is the author of the forthcoming book The Violence of Climate Change: Lessons of Resistance from Nonviolent Activists (Georgetown 2017). DCHAT is a new interview-based podcast featuring PLU academic deans and highlighted by questions submitted by PLU alumni. Special thanks to the following alumni for submitting questions for this episode: Mariesa Bus ‘06, Jacob Harkenson ‘10, Andrew
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and a profound understanding of the urgency of this moment, of how finding a path forward is a matter of broad collaboration and outreach,” Adela Ramos, chair of environmental studies, said. “We are honored to be entrusted with their vision. And we look forward with great excitement to making PLU a point of connection for diverse perspectives and communities as we grapple with the complex challenges of climate change.” The Steens are committed to supporting PLU’s partnership with the Parkland
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equity, agency, and action. The dCenter is hosting a feedback wall for people to write their thoughts as a way of reflection and community processing. The dCenter invites you all to stop by the wall, read what is there and contribute as community members. Center for Gender Equity — The CGE supports, challenges, and empowers students, staff, and faculty to combat gender-based oppression and enact positive social change. Our Gender-Based Violence Advocate is a CONFIDENTIAL resource for all students
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“Hands-On Inspired Leadership” training seminars to Senior Business Executives, Corporate Managers, Veterans, Families of the Fallen, high school teens and anyone looking to build character, build teams, and develop self-confidence and resilience. Mike Ferriter is also passionate to help America’s Veterans; he believes we can change America by infusing the character, honor, team work and winning spirit of America’s Veterans, Wounded Warriors and military families into businesses around the country
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Keynote Speakers“The Olympic Games, Social Activism and Responsibility: How Sport Can Affect Change in the World” Keynote Speaker: Joey Cheek Olympic Champion, Darfur Activist and Humanitarian Gold medal-winning Olympic speed skater, Joey Cheek, co-founder of an international coalition of athletes committed to raising awareness about the crisis in Darfur, Sudan, will be the keynote speaker in the March 4 sessions in Tacoma. After winning gold in the 500 meter race and silver in the 1000 meter
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checking the due dates for the applications and brainstorm your project ideas with your professors. Try to connect with at least one professor that knows you well and would be willing write your letter of recommendation. Be sure to have a concrete outline and timeline of what you plan to accomplish. Certainly things may change as you begin your project but its better to be prepared with background information about your project theme or subject. Recipients: Prepare or read up on your project topic
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Act Six scholar gained confidence to study abroad Andre Jones ’22, of Tukwila, Washington, stays busy with his leadership roles in campus clubs and the Act Six program. Founded and run by the Tacoma-based nonprofit Degrees of Change , the Act Six program identifies and rewards scholars who are passionate about learning, eager… February 5, 2021 Current StudentsDiversity Justice SustainabilityGlobal EducationHispanic StudiesStudent LifeStudy AbroadStudy Away
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PLU Psychology Professor Regarded as a Pioneer in Crowdsourcing Science TACOMA, WASH. (June 27, 2019) — Dr. Jon Grahe’s reach extends around the globe as an open science ambassador. Nearly a decade ago, Dr. Grahe declared that he wanted to change how we study social science. Because of his tireless efforts, a new approach to… June 25, 2019
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