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  • hour, told the story of nine Namibian students who attended PLU on scholarships from the Evangelical Lutheran Church, which supported Namibia’s fight for independence from South Africa post-apartheid. Edwin Tjiramba ’94 was one of those Namibian students—and he also narrated the documentary. “I was born in Namibia,” Tjiramba said in the film, “but my future began at PLU.” The film showed the real-life power of a PLU education. Each of the nine now holds a position of leadership, and Cunningham

  • , student/faculty research or creative project A presentation or publication for a regional or national audience Regional or national academic competitions Client-based consulting projects Superior performance via certificate or specialized programs/projects Superior performance in the performing arts Superior artistic creation in the studio arts Superior performance in classroom-based student teaching Leadership or significant contribution to collaborative success in recognized curricular or co

  • PLU Interim Leadership Announced Dear Campus Community: I am happy to share with you the news that the Board of Regents of PLU voted on Saturday to elect Mr. Allan Belton—who currently serves as senior vice president and chief administrative officer—to the post of acting president, effective June 1.… May 8, 2017

  • invited by advertised notice (such as for public educational, cultural or athletic events). Even in these locations, media representatives must not interfere with the privacy of students, faculty and staff, or with educational, research and residential activities. The University may revoke at any time permission to be present in these, or any other, areas. Media representatives are not authorized to enter academic or residential areas unless they have been invited for appropriate business or social

  • changes in university leadership, and this year is no exception. So today we recognize Steve Olson who, in a seamless transition in January of this year, stepped up to lead as our new vice president for Development and University Relations. And just four weeks ago, Associate Professor of Physics Steve Starkovich became our acting provost for this year, enabling Provost Patricia Killen to embark on her well-deserved sabbatical leave. I ask today that each of you say “thank you” and pledge your full

  • Videos Spotlighting Pacific Lutheran University's Graduate ProgramsMaster of Business AdministrationEducating Future Global LeadersThe Pacific Lutheran University MBA Program is founded on the cornerstones of leadership, creative innovation, global awareness and ethical responsibility.PLU Offers Many Learning Opportunities“We’re looking at strategy and innovation as the main components of our program, which means that we have to be innovative ourselves…to make sure that we not only talk to them

  • head a Big Ten Marching Band and Athletic Bands program. She has guided the program to great success on and off the field, including internationally renowned performances in the Super Bowl LII Halftime Show and World Expo 2020 in Dubai, UAE. McCann is active nationally as a guest conductor, clinician, adjudicator, and speaker. She has presented on leadership, group culture, and other topics at a variety of public and private events, including multiple appearances at the College Band Directors

  • district like Franklin Pierce, a public school system with nearly 70% students from low-income families, we’re addressing educational and economic inequities faced by the next generation. Disrupting these inequities at their earliest stages means increasing economic opportunities that will impact life expectancies and community wellness.  Our faculty are working with community members, K-12 teachers, students, and administrators to design high impact programs like the Parkland Literacy Center where PLU

  • account within 30 days. All withdrawals must be processed in through the Office for Student Engagement. Only club/organization leadership can request withdrawals. To submit a request, submit the Gift Account Withdrawal Form found on the Clubs/Organizations website under Documents and Forms.DonationsDonations can be received via check or online credit card donations. For credit card donation instructions please view the section below. All donations should be acknowledged within two (2) days of

  • pleased to join Pacific Lutheran University and Washington State University’s College of Medicine in developing a health care innovation center in Central Pierce County that will expand access to educational opportunities in our region. We are also pleased to partner in the development of a multi-specialty clinic on the PLU campus that will provide additional training opportunities and serve the residents in Parkland-Spanaway and the surrounding areas. “ – Bill Robertson, CEO, MultiCare WSU’s Elson S