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  • The Role of Water Among Women in Shillong, India By Katie Scaff ’13 Water is a prime resource, a basic human need, and a precious asset, according to Sister Helen Puwein, a native of Shillong, India and head of Bellefonte Community College. “Every living thing…

    water projects, according to Puwein. Simple water filtration systems and wells would lead to a better life for these women and their children. “Scarcity of water is a threat to human life,” Puwein said. About 30 individuals came to her Puwein’s discussion, including first-year Jess Tveit, who intends to study abroad in India next spring. “I was surprised by how many women work in the mines,” Tveit said. “I didn’t know how bad the water contamination was.” Read Previous ‘Water is the great teacher

  • The most recent book by Maria Chávez, professor of political science, has been honored with the Latino Politics Best Book Prize by the American Political Science Association Latino Caucus. The book, Latino Professionals in America: Testimonios of Policy, Perseverance, and Success , combines rich qualitative…

    science–and my colleagues in it–recognize the importance of examining systems of oppression when studying obstacles placed before people of color,” said Chávez. “Most importantly, this award is important to me because it is all about the first generation students of color who will hopefully see themselves in it, and in so doing, will come to understand through the experiences of the Latino professionals interviewed that power and inequality are at the heart of the matter,” Chávez continued. “This

  • Are you looking to apply and grow the skills you are learning in school in a professional environment while serving your community with clean, reliable water? If you answered “yes,” be sure to apply to Tacoma Water’s engineering internship opportunities! Tacoma Water has  four  engineering internship…

    and Quality Planning, and Water Design teams under the Planning and Engineering section. As a public utility, we operate and maintain one of the country’s oldest municipally owned water systems and serve more than 300,000 residential and commercial customers. We are looking for people who can bring a fresh perspective to the work we do while supporting staff on a variety of projects. Engineering interns can expect to build on their technical skills, further grow their professional development

  • Housing is something many of us take for granted. Much more than just a place to sleep and a structure to shelter us from the elements, our homes provide the space we need to maintain a functional life. It’s where we manage our mental health,…

    systems change that offer meaningful solutions.” Brian Lloyd ’88 is a vice president at Beacon Development Group, a Seattle-based operation that provides affordable housing consulting services to nonprofits and public housing Authorities. “PLU instilled the idea that I could serve the community,” says Lloyd, who double majored in history and global studies at PLU before earning a master of public policy degree from Harvard University. “After grad school, I realized the place for my service was the

  • February 1, 2017  – Application deadline for REU in Environmental/Green Chemistry – Dept. of Chemistry & Biochemistry, South Dakota State University   http://www.sdstate.edu/chemistry-biochemistry/reu-site-environmentalgreen-chemistry   Environmental and Green Chemistry span a chemical continuum from natural to industrial processes.  South Dakota State University, Black Hills State University (BHSU), and…

    environmental chemistry of natural systems.  An integrated program of research, professional and career development, and student activities is facilitated by the state-of-the-art, internet-based communication technology known as the “Access Grid”.    Applications for the REU Site in Environmental/Green Chemistry Summer 2017 student cohort can be submitted by clicking on the link above that will take you to the application page. Review of applications begins February 1st and continues until all positions are

  • The Department of Chemistry at Louisiana State University is looking for excellent students for our graduate program. Our faculty perform research in diverse areas from organic chemistry to structural biology to materials science, energy-related research, and environmental chemistry. Kevin Smith’s group continues its longstanding work…

    infrared laser spectroscopy, and computational studies of graphene oxide-liquid interfaces. Donghui Zhang and Gerald Schneider apply X-ray and neutron scattering techniques to soft matter research. The Superfund Center concentrates on newly identified pollutant-particle systems including environmentally persistent free radicals (EPFRs). We have a large (141 students) and diverse group of graduate students in our program, essentially all supported on assistantships or fellowships. We put a large

  • Nursing program secures two grants By Barbara Clements The School of Nursing recently received a total of $800,000 in grants which will help the school continue its outreach to senior citizens in the South Puget Sound area. Broken out, the funds come from a$500,000 grant…

    addition to the $500,000 the Milgard Family Foundation gave to the program in 2010. The Cornelsen Family Foundation’s grant will support the purchase of a mini-bus, as well as equipping the buses with labs that would include non-invasive electrocardiograms and smart podium systems, for in-home care. In all 200 students have participated in the geriatric program at PLU since it began in 2008, when it received a prestigious grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. This project, the only one of its

  • PLU’s Master of Science in Nursing program was ranked first in the Pacific Northwest among private universities and second among all PNW universities in the latest “Best Grad School” rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. PLU ranked #86 among the nation’s most prestigious…

    indirect care to diverse groups of people within a complex health care systems environment. “We are proud of the recognition our graduate nursing program continues to receive year after year,” said PLU School of Nursing Dean Barbara Habermann. “It celebrates our dedication to providing a respected program where our students receive an education that sets them up for success in various health care settings and conditions.”PLU nursing students can enroll in the traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing

  • Awardees are nominated for their exceptional contributions, accomplishments, leadership and service to the university and its community members. Each December, during the university’s annual Christmas celebration, the President’s Council recognizes up to five employees for their outstanding contributions. Employees are nominated to the President’s Council…

    needed, learned new skills and helped teammates find solutions to complex challenges. Keleigh is a natural collaborator and has created new systems for email building, fundraising reporting and constituent engagement. Keleigh’s work and spirit allow us to communicate effectively with tens of thousands of alumni, families, and friends of the university. One of Keleigh’s teammates told us that Keleigh is “an outstanding thought partner and talking through challenges with Keleigh makes our team feel

  • The selectee for this position will serve as a Physical Science Technician in the Radiological Control Office of PSNS and IMF. **This position will require successful completion of a 22-26 weeks of off-yard training in Norfolk, VA. A Continued Service Agreement for the off-yard training…

    on reactor plant systems. ◦Performing measurements with instruments that detect radiation. ◦Checking work sites within ships and facilities to ensure proper care of radioactive materials. ◦Advising workers regarding controls for handling radioactive materials. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. GS-04: Have 6 months of general experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-03) in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector service performing support duties