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professional growth; and 3) develop a “sense of community” to encourage the cohort learning model. Inclusivity is built into the structure of the program, and UT Southwestern will prioritize the success of its Amgen Scholars in an environment that builds confidence and community. UT Southwestern Amgen Scholars will receive round-trip air travel to and from Dallas, housing, a $5,000 stipend, and a meal allowance. Additionally, expenses will be paid for Amgen Scholars to attend the National Amgen Scholars

Gentlemen and graduated from PLU in 2000. “We’re very excited about the idea of coming back and showing off the campus,” Early said of the newest project, “to play at our old stomping grounds.” The crew is filming on campus the first two weekends of November, and they need roughly 80 extras total throughout that time. They’re inviting students to fill those spots. “The reason they are choosing PLU is because they want to come back,” said Aaron Jacobs, a producer for the show and another PLU graduate

Meet Dr. Marnie Ritchie, Assistant Professor of Communication! Posted by: Todd / January 10, 2020 January 10, 2020 Meet the Communications department’s most recent faculty member, Dr. Marnie Ritchie. Dr. Ritchie joined PLU in 2018 and has taught a variety of communications classes since then, from introductory communications to courses covering complex topics like gender and ethics. Dr. Ritchie’s other interests for her own research and writing include rhetorical studies, war, and surveillance

you more independent in your nursing career, which is an attractive factor for many nurses who want to open their own practice.Should I get a DNP?As stated above, any nurse with a bachelor’s degree can start working towards a DNP degree, so if you are passionate about the field of nursing and want to enact real, meaningful change by providing the highest-quality patient care, then a Doctor of Nursing Practice could be the best option for you. A DNP is also a fantastic option if you’re looking to

because I wasn’t even sure of what I wanted to do.” Gates said PLU offers unique benefits. “A lot of students joke about how small PLU is in relation to other universities, but in my opinion, that is such a huge advantage!,” he said. “I was able to be very engaged with athletics, clubs and professors to an extent that wouldn’t have been possible at other universities and, as a result, I was pushed and held accountable, which prepared me for life in the ‘real world.’” With his feet firmly on the ground

Pierce who has been admitted to PLU automatically will be considered. Winners will be selected based on academic success, school and community involvement, service and leadership. The scholarship will be in addition to any academic merit scholarship a student may already have received from PLU. Renewable for three additional years, this scholarship is worth $20,000 over the course of four years at PLU. Students must be admitted prior to March 31 to be considered. Application to PLU is free. “We are

you to the PLU faculty members, staff, and peers who continue to support international students in planning for the fall. Thank you, as well, to those of you who signed and helped distribute online petitions opposing the harmful directive that was rescinded today. Our support for our international students is unequivocal. We will continue to ensure that we have plans and programs in place that secure their important place in our community. We also pledge to continue advocating for international

perfectly, and it was a very memorable performance. I also remember fondly her stellar performance of Prokofiev’s wickedly difficult Sonata for Flute and Piano in her senior recital.” So while Rottle’s PLU plan might have been a little up in the air, one thing was certain: After earning a bachelor’s degree in Music, there was no question she was a musician. And she wanted even more. “Being a student, you need to get the credentials and skills,” Rottle said. “Especially being a performer, it is less

HOW TO APPLY TO & SUCCEED IN GRADUATE SCHOOL An online informational session with UW graduate students and faculty Posted by: alemanem / September 23, 2020 September 23, 2020 Interested in learning more about the graduate (PhD and MS) programs at UW?  The October 13, 2020, 4 – 5 PM (Pacific Time) online panel/Q+A session may be just for you!  The objective of this session is to help prepare prospective applicants and to share more about what life is like as a graduate student at UW.  See the UW

wife, Patty, rappel down the Hotel Murano on Friday, Sept. 30, in downtown Tacoma as part of the Habitat Challenge, a fundraiser for the local Habitat for Humanity. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) President Tom Krise and his wife, Patty, rappel down the Hotel Murano in downtown Tacoma on Friday, Sept. 30, as part of a Habitat for Humanity fundraiser. (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) Patty Krise’s choice was part sentimental, part speaking to the cause. She said her song is about a woman who gets