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learned at PLU? Knapp: One of the things that we’ve talked about in a lot of political science classes is different theories on messaging and things like that. I feel like a lot of (lessons) end up reflecting what it’s like at the legislature. PLU: What made you want to study political science in the first place? Knapp: My motivation is definitely improving people’s lives and making a better world. It’s super cliché and I hate it, but that’s ultimately what’s motivated me into politics. PLU: Will we

to ask questions, and to be charitable, and to try to understand what people are saying, more than putting out what I think,” she explains. “I use Twitter to explore what other people think and to try out ideas.” Dr. Shanks Kaurin brings her professorial techniques online with her. “It’s a lot like what I do with my classes when I walk in and say, ‘Here’s what I was thinking about today. What do you all think about this?’” Although opening up philosophical conversations to the internet at large

Finding a special place at PLU Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / April 21, 2010 April 21, 2010 By David Robbins It all started so simply, yet signs were there. In the spring and summer of 1969, I was looking for my first college teaching job as I completed my graduate music degree at the University of Michigan. Like so many seeking their first real job, I had cast a wide net, applying for any and all positions that vaguely aligned with my interests, training and abilities. One such position was at a

April 1, 2010 Finding a special place at PLU By David Robbins It all started so simply, yet signs were there. In the spring and summer of 1969, I was looking for my first college teaching job as I completed my graduate music degree at the University of Michigan. Like so many seeking their first real job, I had cast a wide net, applying for any and all positions that vaguely aligned with my interests, training and abilities. One such position was at a small Lutheran university in the Pacific

tell he’s done it.” And he has. Formerly an investment banker, Boeh completed transactions (IPOs and M&A) worth billions of dollars. That’s the point of the School of Business at PLU, Magnussen said, to be taught by people who have the academic training and real world experience. “The faculty is incredible,” Magnussen said. “That’s the thing you hear about before you even go to PLU.” The combination of strong instruction, classroom foundation, real world application, and invaluable networking opens

to help current PLU students find post-graduation service opportunities. Many PLU students seek service opportunities after graduating, and this panel allows students to hear from alumni about their service paths. It will give insights about how students can be proactive leaders in problems such as hunger and homelessness. This year’s alumni panelists include  Jedd Chang ’05, Peace Corps; Saiyare Refaei ’13, NWLF Urban Leaders in Training; Kathryn Boelk ’13, LVC; and Claire Smith ’10, JVC

, they’re just being honest. An assistant attorney general for Washington state, there’s no predicting the cases and conundrums that will land on Kjolseth’s desk. That’s part of the reason they love their job. What does your practice at the Washington State Attorney General’s Office include? I work in the education division at the Attorney General’s office, so my practice includes both K-12 and higher education law. I am general counsel to a couple of technical colleges and the Workforce Training and

Mosa, are able to attend PLU and receive leadership training, academic preparation and mentorship. They are also required to give back to the community through acts of service.  After getting over the hurdle of being accepted and paying for college, Mosa now faced a new obstacle. Since English was his second language, he was finding the coursework difficult and was failing a required writing course. He credits the support of Cunningham and fellow Act Six peers for helping him during those early

. Donwen says her friend worked on the website “at a cost that was really reasonable to a small business.” Between her classroom training and built connections, Donwen also credits her time as a student-athlete for helping her lead her staff.  “Being involved with my teammates, that really reflects today in my leadership with my employees at my store,” she said. “I treat them more like we’re a team. I’m not your boss and I don’t like being called your boss. I’m your captain, I’m your leader. I will

your application. For example, if the program emphasizes diversity and inclusion, it might help to research what the school’s stance on diversity is, and how it can and will shape your academic and personal experiences, both past and future ones. Demonstrate your knowledge about the program by using keywords from the learning outcomes and curriculum as published by the institution/program website. Provide examples of which classes or other parts of the program you are most excited to explore. 5