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to 2021, explains Jes Takla, PLU assistant dean for campus life, co-curricular learning, and assessment. “For example, we did staggered move-in, where students were assigned different times and that helped minimize standing in line, kept hallways from feeling too crowded, and added to an overall sense of calm.” Takla says most of the safety related changes to LUTE Welcome programming were subtle, such as moving orientation sessions outdoors or replacing a few larger events with smaller breakout

it is. Straight forward and also exciting. I think it’s interesting that the study of innovation, for you, starts with learning from historical contexts. Since WWII, nations around the world have focused on technological innovation, imagining that product development and new initiatives will boost their economies and measures like Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Innovation now is considered a positive thing, but it hasn’t always seemed beneficial. It used to be that new ideas were viewed cautiously

that helped me start to develop a sense of leadership style and approach. And Coach Frosty Westering introduced me to the concept of servant leadership. And I think those were kind of foundational things to what I’ve done in my career. What’s your best advice to current PLU students who might be interested in a career in the IT field?  The best advice I would give is to start your career at a place where you can have tremendous opportunities to learn and grow. You’re not done learning when you get

transition and the value of young people in government in a Q&A session.Did you have any political or governmental experience before entering this internship? Zero. This is my first time. I had no inclination to enter the political world. Right now, this internship is showing me how our legislature works, and there is value to that, even though it’s also confirmed I do not want to work in the political world. But, I am making meaningful connections where I can, I am learning things where I can, and I

through the process, including a mock interview. Faculty are very committed to our success in that way.Hispanic & Latino Studies at PLUThe PLU Hispanic & Latino Studies combines the study of the Spanish language with courses in Latin American, Latino, and Iberian literatures, linguistics, and cultural studies.Why did you choose Hispanic Studies as a major? I was lucky enough to experience a dual-immersion school program from kindergarten until 10th grade, spending half of every day learning Spanish

, who was studying toddlers and words. “We’d have them in a sort of one-way mirror room watching them play with toys,” he recalled, “I got to see real research as a freshman. It was cool … to see these 18-month-olds with such a varying range of skill, but all very intelligent, finding out they’re learning like 150 words a day.” He also attended Western Psychology Association conferences and “got a real sense of what academic research and publication and the journey of a professor was like.” Bell

during my interview process. It felt very family and community oriented. Everybody I spoke to in the interview process was genuine and kind, and they seemed to really care about me as a person, not just another applicant.  It felt similar to PLU in that way, and I had a really good educational experience at PLU. I enjoyed learning at a small school and I learned that I really thrive in an environment where I have more access to my professors and mentors, because I like to ask lots of questions. PNWU

environmental organizing with Clean Water Action, I came home to Tacoma and got connected with Lutheran Community Services. It’s been a lot of learning and hopping around, but in all of these things, I can definitely see connections to what I studied at PLU. To me, at least, it’s a coherent kind of story. It seems that way to me as well, and it’s a really cool path you’ve carved for yourself. With that in mind, what are two pieces of advice you’d give current PLU students who are eager to jump into

securing a nursing career? Download PLU’s digital resource: Take control of the future healthcare— A Guide to a career in Nursing Download free ebook EducationThere is a national shortage of qualified teachers across disciplines, and the shortage is especially acute in STEM fields. In Washington state specifically, teacher shortages are greatest in STEM, special education, and English language learning classrooms. The field of teaching offers you a variety of career paths, especially if you invest in a

come here and be in our little bubble here at PLU,” said Marisa Etzell ‘20, who works as a student volunteer at Perry G Keithley Middle School in Parkland. “We have the opportunity to serve, and I think that it’s our job as students here at PLU to recognize our privilege and use that privilege as leaders. (We’re in) a rich, diverse community with plenty of opportunities for experiential learning.” The university is working hard to eliminate that gap. CCES is an integral tool to that end, mobilizing