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got a chance. “That’s where being from PLU really helped me,” Jensen said. “They know what kind of student makes it though the [pre-med] program here. That gives me an edge. Other universities back east aren’t as familiar with that.” It is a reputation PLU has earned. Year after year, PLU is regularly second only to the UW itself in admits to its School of Medicine. According to PLU’s Office of Admis­sion, nearly two-thirds of PLU students who apply to medical school are accepted. Nearly 90

to high achieving students, of which there are a lot of expectations. And in that way, PLU’s program is no different than others. There is, however, one key difference. What makes PLU’s program so unique is its interdisciplinary and international focus. “This is really where PLU is on the cutting edge,” said Andrew Finstuen, assistant professor of religion and director of the International Honors Program. “A lot of honors programs are built on the older, traditional ‘Great Books’ model. But

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. “His rehearsal style is a perfect balance of cutting edge pedagogy and inventive setup, sequencing, and scheduling,” Galante says. “His compositions are tailor-made for the Jazz Ensemble and he, seemingly effortlessly, showcases the strengths of the group.” And while Vianna enjoys the accolades his work has earned him, and the challenges it presents, his true passion is to help others. His mother, who learned to play the organ to fill a need for a musician at her church, told him music can do just

vital role in various cellular processes. This cutting-edge research has the potential to uncover invaluable insights into cellular mechanisms. Angela Rodriguez Hinojosa ’24 | Chemistry major Reflecting on a day in the lab “A typical day in the lab starts with reviewing my plans for an experiment and talking to Dr. Yakelis to ensure everything is designed well. Experiments vary and can last a few hours or take a few days. For example, there will be some days that I design and execute multiple short

physiology lab in the Rieke Science Center had been transformed into a cutting-edge learning facility, complete with best-of-its-kind educational technology, thanks to contributions from PLU donors and a matching grant from Pierce County.“The new lab space is an amazing place for students to learn and collaborate effectively, which is essential in classes like Anatomy and Physiology,” says nursing major Dillon Benacerraf-Gajda ’24, who is also a student employee working in the lab. “The improvements have

physiology lab in the Rieke Science Center had been transformed into a cutting-edge learning facility, complete with best-of-its-kind educational technology, thanks to contributions from PLU donors and a matching grant from Pierce County.“The new lab space is an amazing place for students to learn and collaborate effectively, which is essential in classes like Anatomy and Physiology,” says nursing major Dillon Benacerraf-Gajda ’24, who is also a student employee working in the lab. “The improvements have

those who are not. As universities seek to provide students with every edge possible in procuring employment following graduation this distinct advantage must not be ignored. If we are to have journalists who are capable of accurately reporting on modern environmental issues, it should go without saying that our journalism students might benefit from taking advantage of natural science courses and ought to graduate with experience engaging the sorts of communities that are most often affected by

the development of the new Master of Science in Finance program. He points to the considerable time both he and Brown spent in the business world. They both stress pragmatism. It informs the way they teach, and it underscores the value they place in putting students in situations that focus on real-world business and finance issues. “As much as we can simulate reality, then our students will have an edge,” Boeh said. “So the question is: What can we do to simulate reality?” “One of the lessons

looking to increase your own marketability in any field, an MBA could be your way up the corporate ladder. Pursuing an MBA will signal to your employers that you are serious about your next career steps and equipped for career changes.An MBA will help you to lead change and set yourself up for success. Possible careers changes and promotions available through an MBA are: Financial Manager Human Resources Manager Health Care Management Not only will an MBA give you the competitive edge needed to secure