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YouTube Short: Only 1 hour to The Mountain https://www.plu.edu/admission/blog/youtube-1-hour-mountain/

YouTube Short: Only 1 hour to The Mountain Posted by: mhines / December 8, 2023 December 8, 2023 Did you know PLU is the closest university to Mt. Rainer? We even have an “Is the Mountain out” cam. Whether you’re all about that hiking life, conquering peaks, rocking snowshoes, shredding on skis, or just soaking in the majestic vibes (and snapping pics for the ‘gram), Mount Rainier National Park is an excellent spot for PLU students to experience adventure and community. Check out this YouTube

Let’s Take a Look at the Nursing Numbers https://www.plu.edu/careers-in-nursing/lets-take-a-look-at-the-nursing-numbers/

2. Research indicates that 76% of graduates from entry-level MSN programs have been offered a job by graduation. Four to six months out from graduation, 95% of graduates have been offered jobs. 3. The ongoing nursing shortage and the projected retirement of over 1 million experienced nurses by 2030 means that nurses who gain higher levels of education and experience now will be well-poised to lead the next generation of nurses in all settings: research, education, and practice.There’s strong

The Next Steps Toward Your Advanced Nursing Career https://www.plu.edu/careers-in-nursing/the-next-steps-toward-your-advanced-nursing-career/

Now is the time to immerse yourself in an experiential, top-ranked graduate nursing program that will give you the skills you need to thrive in the nursing profession long-term. An advanced degree in nursing will allow you to take the next step in your nursing career and prepare you to provide high-quality care to those who need it most. Now that you understand what nursing career paths and degree options are available to you, we invite you to get in touch with us and ask your specific

2021 REU Internship at The University of Akron https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2021/02/03/2021-reu-internship-at-the-university-of-akron/

2021 REU Internship at The University of Akron School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering Posted by: alemanem / February 3, 2021 February 3, 2021 We are happy to announce that the polymer summer research experience (REU) program in the School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering at The University of Akron is open to apply. This competitive REU program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the University of Akron. Students will participate in an 9-week internship to

Graduate Studies at the Institute for Shock Physics https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2022/10/31/graduate-studies-at-the-institute-for-shock-physics/

Graduate Studies at the Institute for Shock Physics Posted by: nicolacs / October 31, 2022 October 31, 2022 Graduate students from a range of disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Geo/Planetary Science) have a unique opportunity to study the response of materials at extreme conditions with the internationally renowned scientists at Washington State University (WSU). Working within their respective academic departments, graduate students conduct their

Developing Faculty Across the Career Span (Seattle University) https://www.plu.edu/faculty-resources/documents/developing-faculty-across-the-career-span-seattle-university/

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Understanding the Divide: Academic Research and Our Students https://www.plu.edu/faculty-resources/faculty-development/teaching-learning-resources/teaching-at-plu/academic-research/

Understanding the Divide: Academic Research and Our Students Posted by: bodewedl / October 28, 2015 October 28, 2015 by Lizz Zitron and Amy Stewart-Mailhiot There is often a sizable divide between what students actually know and their perception of what they know. There is an equally sizable divide between students’ high school academic experience and their college one. Both of these divides can lead to frustration for faculty and students. For example, papers are poorly-cited and full of

Finding the Jack Number on a Wall Plate https://www.plu.edu/helpdesk/support/internet-phones/jack-numbers/

Finding the Jack Number on a Wall PlateWhen you request service for a phone or internet connection you may need to provide the jack number on the wall plate. Here are some examples of PLU wall plates with phone, network, and cable TV connections. Jack numbers are found at the top or the bottom of the faceplate that your connection is coming from.

Winners of the Inaugural Angela Meade Vocal Competition https://www.plu.edu/music/news/2019/01/22/angela-meade/

Winners of the Inaugural Angela Meade Vocal Competition Posted by: Kate Williams / January 22, 2019 January 22, 2019 By Kate Williams '16Outreach ManagerInternationally known soprano, and PLU alum, Angela Meade ’00 offered a rare opportunity for PLU students considering a career as professional vocalists. Meade along with her husband John Myers, also a professional opera singer, established the endowment that made the competition a reality. After an initial review of all applicants, six

Really? PLU profs debate questions of the day https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2010/04/26/really-plu-profs-debate-questions-of-the-day/

April 26, 2010 REALLY?! Six PLU professors tackle common assumptions, age-old wisdom, folklore and controversies of the day. With a nod to the “Really?” column that frequently appears in the New York Times, we asked six faculty members from disparate disciplines to prove – or debunk – some common ideas of the day. You’ll be surprised what you think you know. A carbon tax will reduce pollution You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover The unexamined life is not worth living Nuclear weapons always