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Study away as a first-year Posted by: Thomas Kyle-Milward / November 28, 2018 November 28, 2018 By Thomas Kyle-MilwardMarketing & CommunicationPlenty of experiences come to mind when thinking about first-year students settling into college life: making new friends, living on campus, exploring newfound independence. However, Pacific Lutheran University also wants to introduce students to a more outside-the-box opportunity in their first year on campus: studying away.“In a J-Term study away

Gravit Designer: A Free, Vector-Based Graphic Design Program Posted by: berlinma / March 5, 2018 March 5, 2018 Gravit Designer is a free, easy-to-use, vector-based graphic design software program. Gravit can be used to create flyers, logos, presentations, and a multitude of other graphic design content. This software includes features similar to Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, making it a viable alternative to more intense graphic design and layout programs. Gravit can be used from within a web

apartment, Surla lived with her ex-husband, mother-in-law and father-in-law, who struggled with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. “The father-in-law’s situation made me very interested in mental health and human behavior,” she says, describing him as kind.   Surla tried her hand at culinary arts school, and worked as a chef for eight years. But that didn’t fulfill her desire to care for others. So Surla earned a licensed practical nurse (LPN) certification in 2019, which allowed her to perform basic

program certifies green buildings, evaluating them in five credit areas and awarding points. One of those credit areas was a two-year commitment to purchase energy from renewable sources. Through Parkland Light and Water, the university contracted with the Bonneville Power Administration to purchase energy from a renewable source, namely wind. The University Center renovation provided another opportunity to incorporate LEED principles into the project. Among other sustainable features, the decision

involved with engineering aspects of human spaceflight and human-centered design,” she said. “I believe the capabilities and decision-making processes of people are assets in unpredictable situations like spaceflight, and even the most perfectly functioning automated or unmanned spacecraft can’t replicate what people can do.” Read Previous PLU Announces Election of New Board of Regents Chair Read Next PLUtonic debuts first solo music video COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't

officials to present an extensive view of food waste. “Food waste is really an issue that is overlooked in society,” Brasgalla said. According to the United Nations, 30 to 40 percent of the U.S. food supply is wasted, which equates to more than 20 pounds of wasted food per person, per month. “Food is thrown away at all levels of the chain, from the farm all the way to the consumer. What’s really tragic is that some of the food is completely edible,” Brasgalla said. “Many times food is discarded because

school at the moment. The program expanded to Tacoma-Pierce County in 2020, where Pierce-Ngo lives with her six-month-old baby, husband, and two dogs — and where she grew up. “It was exciting to officially expand and offer services here, to create buzz and awareness around the opportunity youth population,” she says. “I was 17 when I applied to PLU, and college is such a big life decision,” she says. “You can’t vote, can’t drink at 17 — but you’re still making such a big life decision.” She hopes to

strives to close student achievement gaps in Washington state. “I help other teachers develop qualities that I developed,” Jones said. After observing a teacher making a difference in that Philadelphia school – without the benefit of books, computers, or copy machines – Jones realized the power of education. “I believe education can change lives,” Jones said. Jones subsequently enrolled at PLU, where she received her teaching credential in 2001. With the memory of that Philadelphia school still vivid

discount at coffee stands on campus, so they will eventually pay for themselves, and you aren’t wasting a cup every time you buy. Take a class that involves some sort of environmental studies, regardless of the department. Why? Education allows for more informed decision-making and is key to change. Read Previous William Foege ’57: Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Read Next PLU on Wall Street COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad

January 29, 2014 Saved by the Ball: How Football Led Jahleel Barnes to PLU—and to the Seahawks As an intern for the Seattle Seahawks, Jahleel Barnes ’13 is a Lute living his dreams. Photo by John Froschauer / PLU By Barbara Clements Content Development DirectorAt the age of 23, Jahleel Barnes ’13 is well on his way to making a significant dent in his bucket list: Visit New York City. Check. Attend a Super Bowl. Check. Work for an NFL team. Check. Finish college and work in his major. Check