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  • Shawn Brookins, Senior Capstone Seminar Alzheimer’s Disease, the most common form of progressive dementia, has transitioned among the forefront of healthcare research, lending to novel

    -Molecule Recognition of Biomolecular Interactions in Proteins via Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy Gregory Peters, Senior Capstone Seminar Protein kinases are responsible for controlling many of the important biological processes of life. Despite their importance, the functionality of most of these kinases is still a mystery. By studying the biomolecular interactions of protein kinases, the information gained can be used to develop new strategies for drug design and development. Kelvin probe force

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 4, 2016)- Kamari Sharpley-Ragin reluctantly admits that he used to joke about racism. The ninth-grader from Lincoln High School in Tacoma says it didn’t seem like a big deal, since he never really experienced overt discrimination himself. Now, he says he knows…

    racism that, when combined, created a unified vision for how to combat those problems. Following the presentations, the audience roared with applause. Reese, the Lincoln teacher, praised the group for progress made in such a short period of time. “It’s been invaluable to watch you grow,” she told them.   Kraig acknowledged that the interactions were fun and rewarding for the students. However, the seriousness of the subject matter wasn’t lost on anyone. The documentaries shown in class eliminated the

  • The Essential Qualifications for Participation in School of Nursing Degree Programs (below) constitute important elements of academic performance criteria in the PLU School of Nursing degree

    assessments, solutions, directions, and treatments.  The student must be able to communicate relevant data to clinical faculty and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner.  The student must be able to ask for assistance and supervision when needed.  Students are expected to be professional, responsible, sensitive, accountable, and ethical in all interactions that require communication among peer and other professionals on the healthcare team. Cognitive A student must be able to accurately elicit

  • Elizabeth Sloan, Senior Capstone Seminar Using Biolog Ecoplates analysis of microbial communities from canopy soil in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest was analyzed.

    . Ribes divaricatum can be analyzed further to specify the quality of its antibiotic compound(s). 3:00 pm - BreakSession 2, Chair: Dr Myriam Cotten3:20 pm - The Role of Histidine Residues in Piscidin-1 Interactions with Lipids and DNAChristine Gordon, Senior Capstone Seminar Antimicrobial peptides may potentially serve as effective antibiotic alternatives. One subset of these peptides are cationic, amphipatic α-helical peptides such as Piscidin, of which three types (1, 2 and 3) have been discovered

  • 48 semester hours MFTH 500: Biopsychosocial Health and Development Across the Lifespan (4) MFTH 503: Systems Approach to Marriage and Family Therapy (4) MFTH 504: Contextual Foundations of Systemic

    when working with clients across the lifespan, considering how contextualized human development impacts relational interactions. (4) MFTH 503 : Systems Approach to Marriage and Family Therapy This course is an introduction to the field of marriage and family therapy and will also help students gain an understanding of traditional and contextually informed cybernetics and general systems theory. In addition, the course considers postmodern ideas, the feminist critique of systems theory, and common

  • We feel honored to introduce our Alumni of Color Supervisor Scholarship Recipients: 

    : www.beyondsolutionslmft.com Miles Hall, MA, LMFTHello, I’m Miles, As a Clinical Supervisor,  my approach is one of inclusion, proactivity, and accountability. I’m highly creative and enjoy discussing scenarios, case studies, role-plays, and treatment plans. I like looking toward the future and potential solutions that help clients both repair past hurts and build a solid foundation for positive interactions in the future. As a therapist seeking supervision, you can expect a focus on ethical practice, and intentional

  • Pacific Lutheran University Assistant Professor of Biology Lathiena Nervo was recently named one of Cell Mentor’s “1,000 inspiring Black scientists in America.” A developmental biologist in her second year at PLU, Nervo is equally passionate about teaching, biological research, and increasing diverse representation in science.…

    —I like to bring those to my work as well.What are you most interested in as a biologist? I am a developmental biologist. The thing I love about developmental biology is that you’re a jack of all trades. It’s a mix of molecular, genetics, cell biologies, anatomy and physiology. It’s all these different biology disciplines merged into one. A few decades ago it would have been called embryology. I’m really interested in cell interactions and how cells actually communicate with each other while an

  • To: All students and families From: Office of the President Date: Wednesday, April 29 at 3:30 p.m. Dear students and families, My oldest son, a first-year university student, recently quipped, “Remote learning was okay for a few weeks, but I just want to get back…

    of hygiene supplies. Student care resources. The Student Care Network provides support and resources for students using a hybrid approach that engages students through in-person and online interactions to provide care and support. These are just a few important examples of how PLU is demonstrating our commitment to welcome you to campus while caring for your safety. Of course, you likely have many more questions and will seek additional certainty as we get closer to the fall term. I encourage you

  • PLU's mission is reflected in teaching and learning excellence in the Division of Humanities. We celebrate the accomplishments and hard work of our students who have gone on to conduct lives of

    the course of my life, education and career. In 2009 I participated in a PLU study away program in Mexico, where we traveled to several indigenous villages in Oaxaca and Chiapas to learn first-hand about the impacts of trade liberalization on rural peasants and farmers. Something about those interactions have always stuck with me, and I have continued to develop my career from this place of curiosity about the global economy – and how it can either hinder or foster sustainable development. I

  • Immersive experience in classrooms on the other side of the world teach PLU students how to learn on the fly, one of many skills they bring home with them.

    , much like the Rises who came before her, stressed the importance of teaching in a culture that’s different from your own. The trust that Weiss builds as an “honorary Namibian,” she said, leads to more authentic interactions. “You need to be adaptable,” Parker said. “From my perspective, you can really only gain those things from travel. It’s the best way to understand yourself as well as other people.” Be uncomfortable While Allison and Sam both recognize the struggles they faced abroad, they also