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students to become local health care leaders and improving health outcomes in Pierce County, particularly for traditionally underserved and vulnerable populations in Parkland-Spanaway and the surrounding unincorporated area. “Together, we will develop innovative programs and resources that will positively impact the health and well-being of this community,” said PLU President Allan Belton. “That impact will be achieved through providing quality health services and through the education and training of

about the benefits of living on campus rather than with their families! We get it – that is a fantastic question to consider. PLU provides quality on-campus living and learning environments that encourage and enhance engagement in and enjoyment of your college experience. Residential students are supported academically and socially when they make their home on campus so they can thrive holistically while at PLU. Furthermore, at PLU, every residential student (including first-year, new transfer

learning might offer a high quality, engaging PLU experience when students cannot come to campus. Registration is right around the corner, and the PLU community is interested to see whether these new online offerings will entice students to give summer session a try.      40% are undecided about whether to enroll in summer session.      31% are interested in online summer courses.      25% are interested in blended summer courses. Summer is a great time for faculty to begin thinking about whether

transfer students with a 3.3 GPA or above. Candidates will be reviewed on goals, the quality of previous college-level work, an essay and an on-site interview with business faculty on March 23. Saugen himself was a serious student who had to work to support himself while at PLU, said School of Business Dean James Brock. He went on to be a successful corporate executive with Accenture. He currently sits on the School of Business executive advisory committee. Saugen has since retired and now lives in

this award highlights the care and commitment to see others succeed because it’s a unit award distinguishing the program above many other quality ones in the nation. Receiving it twice in the past three years shows the legacy of excellence is established and not just a coincidence.” The Pacific Lutheran program represents Cadet Command’s Eighth Brigade, which consists of  the 30 senior Army ROTC programs on the west coast as well as in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam. The award is based on a combination of

commitment to international studies. In 2009, PLU became the first university ever to have students studying simultaneously on all seven continents. Summer 2015 will mark the next step in PLU’s efforts to diversify the entry points into its classrooms. The university will offer its first online courses. This summer’s online courses will be offered for just a quarter of the cost per-credit of traditional school year courses. “Our focus is on students, and providing a high-quality and personalized learning

licensure and continue to complete the coursework necessary for this generalist MSN degree. PLU’s School of Nursing is a member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and is approved by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Care and Outcomes Manager curriculum meets the requirements for several national

directives.” Social and behavioral science research provides strategies and solutions to address complex issues, such as the opioid epidemic, cybercrime and terrorism, as well as everyday challenges including improving the quality of education and keeping consumers informed about products and services. Dr. Cook, who recently presented his research on sexual harassment/assault prevention practices at the U.S. Naval Academy, explains, “It’s important for our field to have visible advocates who share the

the craft of (writing) and have the knowledgeable support of people who can point out deficiencies in my writing that I didn’t see before,” Dakan said. “I’ve definitely seen great improvement in the last three years.” Although many of the students in the MFA program are accomplished, published writers, Rubin said there is a very “noncompetitive atmosphere.” “You’re not on a ladder,” he said. Rubin said a lot about the PLU culture attracted this program to campus. The nationally renowned program

have a reduced undergraduate tuition rate of $390 per credit hour in comparison to the regular undergraduate summer tuition rate of $720. Summer Sessions helps students stay connected to PLU and provides the high-quality PLU experience that distinguishes our summer courses from those provided by local community colleges. PLU online courses are prepared and delivered by PLUTO-trained faculty. On-Time Like other institutions, PLU strives to help students graduate on-time. Whether a student is on