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Formative and Summative Assessment https://www.plu.edu/assessment/assessment-resources/measurement-of-student-learning/formative-and-summative-assessment/

Formative and Summative AssessmentSource: Yale Center for Teaching and Learning on Formative and Summative AssessmentPrintable pdfAssessment allows both instructor and student to monitor progress towards achieving learning objectives. Formative assessment refers to tools used throughout a class or course that identify misconceptions, struggles, and learning gaps, while assessing ways to close such gaps. Formative assessment can help students take ownership of their learning when they understand

Accommodation of Persons with Disabilities https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/additional-information-and-procedures/accommodation-of-persons-with-disabilities/

As stated in its Equal Opportunity policy, Pacific Lutheran University will not discriminate against any student because of the presence of a mental or physical disability. As part of its long-range plan, the University has committed the financial and human resources necessary to provide access to university facilities according to the recommendations and requirements of the ADA. Where a student with a disability is able to perform essential academic/program requirements or job functions, the

Grievance Policy and Procedures https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/additional-information-and-procedures/grievance-policy-and-procedures/

Pacific Lutheran University is committed to the internal resolution of disputes arising within the university community. To that end, the President has appointed a University Dispute Resolution Committee (UDRC) that includes representatives from the faculty, student life, human resources and academic administration. The Committee appointments shall each be for a minimum two-year term. The University Dispute Resolution Committee is charged with reducing conflicts and helping members of the

School of Nursing Learning Laboratories https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/school-of-nursing-and-plu-resources/school-of-nursing-learning-laboratories/

The School of Nursing maintains a nursing skills lab and a simulation lab on each campus. Students are scheduled for specific laboratory times to practice those skills taught in the curriculum. Skill acquisition requires hands-on practice and students are expected to use these times to achieve skill competency. Open laboratory times are available for individual practice and study. Information about courses, events, open labs, and coordinator contact information is available on the PLU SoN

Shaping the Future Through Science: A Personal Story of Innovation, Education, and Community Buildin https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2023/04/12/shaping-the-future-through-science-a-personal-story-of-innovation-education-and-community-building/

Shaping the Future Through Science: A Personal Story of Innovation, Education, and Community Building Puget Sound Section American Chemical Society (ACS) Posted by: alemanem / April 12, 2023 April 12, 2023 Zoom Webinar Series on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect (DEIR) and co-sponsored by Women’s Chemist Committee Thursday, April 27, 2023 4-5pm Pacific Time Shaping the Future Through Science: A Personal Story of Innovation, Education, and Community Building Speaker: Prof. Princess

Dance Team Winter Showcase features student choreography on the highs and lows of life https://www.plu.edu/music-theatre-dance/news/2018/10/15/dance-team-winter-showcase-2018/

Dance Team Winter Showcase features student choreography on the highs and lows of life Posted by: Kate Williams / October 15, 2018 Image: PLU Dance Team Winter Showcase in Karen Hille Phillips Center Friday December 1st, 2017. October 15, 2018 By Kate Williams '16Outreach ManagerThe PLU Dance team opens with their upcoming show on Saturday, November 10th in the Eastvold Auditorium. The winter show will center around original works created by members of the PLU Dance Team that portray various

Isaiah Banken ’21 earns Torrison Scholarship because of his dedication to medicine and faith https://www.plu.edu/natural-sciences/news/isaiah-banken-21-earns-torrison-scholarship-because-of-his-dedication-to-medicine-and-faith/

Isaiah Banken ’21 earns Torrison Scholarship because of his dedication to medicine and faith Posted by: nicolacs / January 3, 2024 Image: Banken posing in front of the UW School of Medicine Sign. All photos in this article are provided by Banken. January 3, 2024 Isaiah Banken ’21 knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine. Banken, with a B.S. in biology and a minor in mathematics from PLU, explored various medical opportunities near his hometown of Wenatchee, WA, including working at a ski

PLU alum learns that being a teacher is a mixture of tough and funny https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2009/10/28/plu-alum-learns-that-being-a-teacher-is-a-mixture-of-tough-and-funny/

October 28, 2009 Alum learns that teaching fifth graders requires mixture of toughness and fun Eric Pfaff had a cold, but he was staying a few more hours in his classroom at Eugene Field Elementary School in Tulsa, Oklahoma to finish up grading some papers, talking with kids. “No, I’m fine, ” as he hacked. Besides, he couldn’t stand the thought of missing a day with his 17 fifth graders, who challenge him, tease him and inspire him each day. “This is much different than anything I’ve ever done

Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Washington Agree to Extend Deadline for Completion https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2016/01/15/pacific-lutheran-university-and-the-university-of-washington-agree-to-extend-deadline-for-completion-of-a-definitive-agreement-for-the-purchase-of-kplu/

Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Washington Agree to Extend Deadline for Completion of a Definitive Agreement for the purchase of KPLU Posted by: Lace M. Smith / January 15, 2016 January 15, 2016 PLU and the UW have agreed to extend the deadline for completion of the Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) for KUOW to acquire KPLU to January 29, 2016, so that the due diligence review can be concluded. Additionally, the two universities have agreed to allow a community group time to

PLU students study Beyoncé, starships and Holocaust artifacts as part of eclectic fall curriculum https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2017/09/15/fall-classes/

PLU students study Beyoncé, starships and Holocaust artifacts as part of eclectic fall curriculum Posted by: Kari Plog / September 15, 2017 Image: Students study Beyoncé and black feminism in one of many interesting courses offered this fall. (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) September 15, 2017 By Genny Boots '18PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 15, 2017)- Pacific Lutheran University students are people of many interests. This semester, several courses illustrate how the