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September 12, 2011 Nicolette Paso ’09 is now studying at Emory University for her master’s degree in divinity. Nicolette Paso: A journey of discovery By Barbara Clements For Nicolette Paso ’09, there was never really a choice. “I did not choose to be a religion major; religion grasped me,” said Paso this year, as she began her studies at Emory University in Atlanta to pursue a master’s of divinity. “Through classes at PLU, I became acquainted with Lutheran theology, especially [the theology of

just really hope that more women can feel empowered to participate in something like this and realize that it is really trying to benefit women and provide them with scholarship money to succeed,” Leibold said. Read Previous PLU Senior to Present Economics Capstone at National Conference Read Next PLU Psychology Professor Elected 2015-16 President-Elect of International Honor Society COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or

school application acceptance rates were part of what drew Jackie to the Northwest, and lately, graduate study in public health is looking like an ideal way to harness her diverse skill set and passion for tackling tough questions. Read Previous Communications and psychology double major Alex Reed ’23 explored film and storytelling at PLU Read Next Dylan Ruggeri ’23 and Kenzie Knapp ’24 discuss their climate science musical LATEST POSTS Three students share how scholarships support them in their

in peace building, and gaining a better understanding of how intractable conflicts can be resolved,” he said. Faculty Along with three PLU students receiving Fulbright Student Fellowships, three faculty members received Fulbright awards. Joanne Lisosky, associate professor of communication, received a Fulbright Award beginning in January 2011 in Azerbaijan to teach journalism at Baku University. Janet Weiss, assistant professor of instructional development and leadership, received a Fulbright

central highlands of Mexico and back to the lands of the Nisqually peoples.Originally from Arizona, Jakowchuk entered PLU with a dance scholarship, tentatively planning to study history and become a teacher. But a physical anthropology class in biological diversity with department chair Dr. Bradford Andrews introduced her to a field—and a way of seeing the past—that piqued her interest. And then in Dr. Andrews’s introduction to archaeology course, Jakowchuk said she just fell in love with the field

services, the difference LuteLink can make for graduating seniors, and more. PLU: What makes Alumni & Student Connections an important resource for students? Andrew: The office of Alumni and Student Connections exists to support students and alumni — both now and after graduation. When you go to college, the goal is that you’re going to move on to graduate school, you’re gonna move on to employment, maybe moving on to the Peace Corps, whatever that is. But we’re always there to kind of help students

media is fun, it’s hands-on experience,” Mooney said. “These opportunities are great and easy to come by if you just put yourself out there.” Read Previous MediaLab documentary series earns six Accolade Awards Read Next ‘A Peace of My Mind’ explores humanity’s interconnectivity COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Three students share how scholarships support

host a variety of events in November to promote advocacy, awareness and issues around hunger and homelessness. Students are encouraged to participate in the events, which kick off on Wednesday, Nov. 12, and run through Saturday, Nov. 22, or volunteer to help out at one of the service projects PLU will be working on. In addition to the events, PLU will participate in a food drive during the month of November. Students, faculty and staff can donate peanut butter that will go to the Emergency Food

October 1, 2013 Our Middle Name: People of Wondrous Ability Editor’s note: This essay is the first in a series of writings in Scene from various authors on Lutheran outreach in the world, and the impact and meaning of a Lutheran higher education. By Professor Samuel Torvend, Chair of Lutheran Studies In 1524, monasteries across Germany had closed, their property confiscated by greedy rulers. And with this, education of the young was abandoned. In desperation, Martin Luther wrote a heartfelt

Lute reflects on his Japanese-American identity through pilgrimage, community event Posted by: Kari Plog / August 29, 2017 Image: Stephen Kitajo ’12 serves on the board for the Puyallup Valley Chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL). His role in organizing the fair’s 75th Remembrance event in September includes sifting through archival records to confirm the names of the Japanese Americans once confined to the fairgrounds. (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) August 29, 2017 By Brooke