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-generation college experience with PLU peers Overnight hosts for first-generation prospective students Visits to local high schools by first-generation Lutes, to share stories about the college experience Field trips to campus resources such as the library STRENGTHS OF FIRST-GENS How first-gens thrive For those learning to navigate the language and culture of college, there are five things every current and incoming first-in-the-family student should know. View Cristina Flores ’19 “It’s a different kind

every time students venture out into the city. “They really get to know Oslo.” Oslo, Norway That begins with a so-called “crash-course” introduction when they first arrive. Students are paired with buddies who show them the ins and outs of the city, its transportation, culture and language. It lasts three to four days, and is heavy on excursions. “The first week was a lot of just getting lost and finding our way back,” Barkman said. “I love Oslo public transportation. It’s so easy to navigate.” Nick

of power. This program gives students the important tools, resources, and language needed for personal empowerment and civic engagement. Through study and a required gender, sexuality & race studies internship or community practicum, you’ll develop skills that will prepare you to pursue social justice, solve problems in diverse communities, work effectively across differences and lead from an equity mindset, some of the most important skills and abilities desired by employers. GSRS students

will be 6 weeks from the date registration becomes available for your specific test. NES Elementary Education (Subtests I & II) the testing deadline to is January 19, 2021. WEST-E Special Education the testing deadline is February 15, 2021. NES Essential Components of Elementary Reading Instruction the testing deadline is March 2, 2021. WEST-E English Language Learners testing deadline is April 13, 2021. Please direct questions about the endorsement exams to Dr. Jan Weiss, Associate Dean of

himself on both sides of that door throughout his lifetime. Wang, who graduated from PLU in 1988, is a semi-retired English professor in China who prepares students to go abroad, including those coming to his alma mater. CHENGDU, CHINA Students in the program, which is open to all majors and language levels, take courses at Sichuan University in western China. View the China programHe was one of the first Chinese students to come to PLU. “At that time it was extremely hard for Chinese to go abroad

of a conservatory student Instrumental assessments and recitals in the BM may not repeat repertoire from previous assessments and recitals. Collaborative repertoire may be included, but should represent less than half the presented repertoire BA/BMA At least two pieces from contrasting periods in tandem with Capstone Project Proposal VOICE BM A Half recital (30 minutes of Music) in a variety of styles and languages; students should display an understanding of foreign language translation, a

PLU continues to be a powerful platform, a training and an equipping ground for forerunners who contend for the full release of true Justice in this nation.” How did you get to where you are? I was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, until we immigrated to Portland when I was 13 years-old, seeking better educational and career opportunities. (At that time) I was consumed with learning the new language as well as adjusting to this new culture while my parents relentlessly worked 14 hour days to

address, date of birth, sex assigned on passport, citizenship, class standing, any major(s) and minor(s), language experience, and GPA Essay Question # 1 – “Please describe the relationship between your proposed off-campus study program and your academic pursuits. Identify several learning goals for your off-campus study and discuss how the program of study or location you have chosen will help you achieve these goals.” Essay Question #2 – “Given that study away can be unpredictable and challenging

graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a major in English with a Creative Writing emphasis and a minor in Spanish. In 2012, he completed an MA in K-12 Education at University of Puget Sound and this spring applied to pursue a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at the University of Washington, Tacoma. He is a father of Joshua Charles, aged two. He currently teaches Language Arts and coaches wrestling, football and track at Lincoln High School where he graduated in 2004. Josh would tell you

member of the Debate Team for the past three years. This past March 2017, she and her colleague Matt Aust, were PLU’s first ever international debating champions. They competed at the Pan-American Debating Championships in California against debaters for universities nationwide and more than 9 different countries, and won first place in the Spanish Language division. In the final round, they defeated Cornell University and University of Denver. Kate also runs the debate team’s PR – coordinating