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of working on ranches,” recalled Jones, who has worked in academic assistance at Pacific Lutheran University throughout this academic year. It did, but it also helped the then-19-year-old look at the world differently, an experience that would carry over into his life more than a decade later. After enlisting, Jones became a corrections officer in a military prison. “You realize nothing in the world is clear cut,” he said of the job. “The personal narratives of people are so key.” He worked there

would be something to get me out of working on ranches,” recalled Jones, who has worked in academic assistance at Pacific Lutheran University throughout this academic year. It did, but it also helped the then-19-year-old look at the world differently, an experience that would carry over into his life more than a decade later. After enlisting, Jones became a corrections officer in a military prison. “You realize nothing in the world is clear cut,” he said of the job. “The personal narratives of

By Matthew Salzano ’18 Pacific Lutheran University seniors, Cara Gillespie and Elise Anderson, publicly premiered their documentary, “More Than A Mission,” during the spring of 2017. The documentary shared the story of a woman who escaped the bonds of human trafficking in the Philippines, shining light on how thoughtful activism can transform lives. “These women are my age: we have similar interests, hopes and dreams. But we’ve had remarkably different lives, and my journey has been far easier

Market. See one of hundreds of concerts or events held at the Tacoma Dome (one of the largest wood domed structures in the world), including PLU’s graduation ceremony in May. Go Lutes! OUTSIDE The best time of year to play outside in the Pacific Northwest is any time of the year – a little rain never stops us! MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK — Did you know PLU is the closest university to “the mountain”? Hike, bike, climb, ski, camp, boat and more in and around this amazing national park. CHENEY STADIUM

StudentsWill PLU be requiring a COVID-19 vaccination?PLU will require all students — undergraduate and graduate — to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to arriving on campus for the fall semester, with case by case exceptions allowed only for medical or religious reasons. This policy, focused on the health of the campus community, is similar to our current requirements for measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination. Where COVID-19 vaccination exceptions are granted, the university may require

Services Provided by Campus SafetyWe operate 24/7, every day of the year. There is always someone to take your call or respond to an emergency. We handle a large volume of calls and customers, so please be patient if there is a wait. Our Office Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm, closed on holidays and University closure.Emergency NotificationsCampus Safety sends out emergency messages via PLU Alert! (text, cellphone, email). For more information about alert levels and associated

Tacoma Public Library Anna Trammell, Archivist Pierce Conservation District James Moore, Stream Team Specialist Pacific Lutheran University Claire Todd, Associate Professor of Earth Science and Environmental Studies Dr. Adela Ramos, Associate Professor of English & Chair of Environmental Studies Dr. Rose McKenney, Professor of Earth Science and Environmental Studies Dr. Seth Dowland, Associate Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies Josh Smith, Digital Preservation Specialist Students of Environmental

the EMS webpage If you want to talk with someone in person: visit the Hospitality Services office on the 2nd floor of the Anderson University Center (AUC Suite 280)