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mentorship opportunities for female debaters.  A round robin-style debate is a debate in which everyone debates each other, and whoever has the highest score at the end wins. “The women’s round robin was designed to foster mentoring relationships between women in debate,” Assistant Debate Coach Melanie Nadon said, who organized the women’s round robin. “We want debate to become more inclusive and open-minded so that all individuals can experience the amazing benefits that competitive debate has to offer

learning might offer a high quality, engaging PLU experience when students cannot come to campus. Registration is right around the corner, and the PLU community is interested to see whether these new online offerings will entice students to give summer session a try.      40% are undecided about whether to enroll in summer session.      31% are interested in online summer courses.      25% are interested in blended summer courses. Summer is a great time for faculty to begin thinking about whether

theater productions in his early years, as well as establishing and nurturing children’s theater productions. The children’s theater productions brought hundreds of local elementary school children to then, Eastvold Auditorium to have their first live theater experience. Because Eastvold held around 1100 people, and the children productions ran for several performances, the number of students impacted by Nordie’s work annually and over the years was huge. I personally had the privilege and honor to

spirit of the school,” Ezhokina says. “It was very amazing how invested the student body was – that was really a draw for me.” This fall Ezhokina teaches private lessons where she can assess student’s individual needs and work with them as they hone their craft. She also teaches a First Year Experience class: Intro to Music, which brings together 18 students from a variety of backgrounds and majors. “The students in this class are very willing to take on new challenges and rise to the occasion

Education for the College of Education at the University of Oregon. He also serves as the director of the Center for Advanced Technology in Education (CATE) at the U of O. He is a fellow of the International Academy for Education. Zhao bases many of his observations on extensive research and firsthand experience as a student in China and as a parent of children attending school in the United States. His unique perspective leads him to conclude that “American education is at a crossroads” and “we need to

the college bug early. He started PLU at 14 years old and graduated at 17. While working in a clinic before and during PLU, he found himself drawn to the ER. Working with patients for the first time, he knew this was the path he was meant to be on. He also knew that, as a 17-year-old college graduate, he had some time. His lack of life experience kept him from applying to medical school immediately. “I didn’t want to work in a lab. It didn’t sound fun to me because I enjoyed caring for patients

$754,000 in scholarships over the last five years and will have 45 Fellows teaching in Washington State public schools next fall. About The Martinez Foundation The Martinez Foundation, launched in 2008 by Edgar and Holli Martinez, prepares and supports diverse and highly qualified teachers of color who are committed to closing the opportunity gap in Washington State by granting Masters in Teaching scholarships and providing support programs. Read Previous Share your Zipcar experience for a chance to

live sports show.” “It is a brand-new show,” Tootell said. “We are still trying to figure out what works and what doesn’t work, but it is a great learning experience.” The interactive weekly show covers local Montana sports that have been overlooked by other broadcasts in the area, Tootell said, including the University of Montana and prep-school teams. The show also will touch on national sports and discussions based on listener input. Tootell, a Communications and Religious Studies graduate, was

experience that extends beyond the walls of our campus to the digital world,” said Associate Professor of History Michael Halvorson. All PLU summer courses, including online courses, are open to non-matriculated students, meaning that any learner can register by filling out the online registration form. Most summer courses are scheduled in one of two four-week terms (June 1-27 & June 29-July 25). Each term includes both general education and major-specific courses. The 17 courses being offered online

, Jennifer Predmore ’14 of Catholic Community Services, and a representative from Colectiva Legal del Pueblo. Torvend will discuss the origins and development of sanctuary practices. Hay will address the relation between sanctuary movements and civil disobedience. Knutson will discuss his church’s experience of hosting families in sanctuary. Predmore will describe her work with unaccompanied refugee minors and Colectiva Legal del Pueblo will provide insights around current legal processes and the role