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without notice. -Will Durant Why Study Earth Science at PLU?Civilization exists by geologic consent, subject to change without notice. – Will Durant Global society is based on geology. Our energy resources, construction and manufacturing materials, food and agricultural products, and building sites all depend on the geologic environment.What is Earth Science?Earth Science is a multidisciplinary field that studies the features, processes and history of the earth. The role of geoscientists will be

Faculty Governance Faculty Governance at PLU empowers faculty, subject to the approval of the Board of Regents, in the area of educational policy.  Faculty also have the right to make recommendations and advise the administration with respect to other areas of university life. There are four key features to PLU’s system of faculty governance: the Faculty Constitution and Bylaws, the Faculty Assembly, the faculty committee system, and the faculty committee officers. The Faculty Constitution and

STEM Education MinorThe STEM Education minor will provide focused study for students who are interested in both Education and the STEM fields. The program is well suited for any student interested in exploring the vocation of teaching or who enjoys science outreach and science communication. This minor includes courses in Education and Natural Sciences and includes service learning.Why STEM Education?There is a need for excellent teachers with strong content knowledge in STEM who are able to

Internships, Arts, and Advocacy: Gavin Ripka’s community-based learning experience With a triple major, multiple internships, three study away trips, and lots of participation in campus life, Gavin Ripka ’25 is soaking up as many experiences as he can at PLU. Read More Global Studies Global Studies Program French and Francophone Studies French and Francophone Studies Program Chinese and Chinese Studies Chinese and Chinese Studies Program Hispanic and Latino Studies Hispanic and Latino Studies

better than they found it. Caring motivates us to question paradigms and draw new connections in pursuit of truth, constantly challenging ourselves and the world we love to be better for our neighbors — those down the street, and thousands of miles away. PLU is more than a campus full of individuals pursuing their dreams — we’re a community of seekers, trailblazers, creators, and reformers who know we can accomplish more together than apart. The students we nurture and inspire become the minds and

Division of Natural Sciences Website Division of Social Sciences Website Division of Humanities Website Kinesiology Department Website School of Business Website School of Arts & Communications Website School of Nursing Website Check out the Academics at PLU YouTube Playlist to learn more about areas of study and majors at PLU! Anderson University Center CK (Room 214) 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM Campus Resources: Panel & Mini-Resource Fair Required: This session will introduce students to resources to support

Assistant Professor Jeff Caley discusses how he keeps his course content current and the benefits of nurturing relationships between current students and alumni. South Sound Magazine Jan. 21, 2025 Harbor WildWatch’s Beach Monitoring Program keeps volunteers up late Gig Harbor NOW Aug. 2, 2024 Emma Stafki ’24 recognized for capstone documentary “Echos of the Sound” Key Peninsula News Mar. 21, 2024 President Belton joins discussion about college-employer partnerships at economic development event South

. Heather Mathews Stand Your Ground: Black Bodies and the Justice of God with Dr. Marit Trelstad History of Notre Dame and the Fire Damage with Sarah Murdoch Hope and Despair: Preparing for the 2020 Election Season with Dr. Michael Artime,

Jazz at PLU The education of improvisation Jazz at Pacific Lutheran UniversityWelcome to the PLU Jazz website! Here you find information about our jazz courses and ensembles, events and concert schedule, and more. PLU offers classes in jazz history, jazz theory, private instrumental lessons, as well as lessons in jazz composition and arranging. The jazz ensemble and combos provide students and audiences with the opportunity to experience jazz music both in its traditional form and in a variety

2017 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust EducationThe 10th annual Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education “Synagogue & Church” will take place November 1-3 at Pacific Lutheran University. The conference will dive into the controversial role of the Roman Catholic Church and its relationship to the events of the Holocaust. The speakers will present on the heated debate about the role of Pope Pius XII, examine the role of Catholic antisemitism, inaction by many Church leaders, and