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Global & Cultural Studies faculty and staff.
Michael Zbaraschuk Associate Professor of Constructive Theology Global Context Full Profile 253-535-8499 zbarasgm@plu.edu
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Meet the Communications department’s most recent faculty member, Dr. Marnie Ritchie. Dr. Ritchie joined PLU in 2018 and has taught a variety of communications classes since then, from introductory communications to courses covering complex topics like gender and ethics. Dr. Ritchie’s other interests for her…
that the classroom can be “the most radical space of possibility,” in the words of bell hooks. Personally, students have inspired me to learn more about the colonization of Guåhan, soap operas in the Philippines, the history of “the bedroom” as a concept, LGBTQ+ populations in Taiwan, local news practices in the Pacific Northwest, and much, much more. Students at PLU power change in our community, and as a teacher, I want to facilitate more spaces and avenues of agency for them to do so. Also, PLU
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A commitment to the advance of knowledge and skill is nothing new at a Lutheran university. Indeed, the Lutheran reform of education began with one sixteenth century professor’s doubts and
quo, of what most people thought was normative, he and his colleagues claimed that there could only be one of way of interpreting the Christian faith they supported. While they promoted primary education for all boys and girls, not just privileged children – an astonishing and radical innovation in the sixteenth century – they also supported the closure of convents where many women, for over a thousand years, had found a measure of learning and agency unavailable in a patriarchal culture. While
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TACOMA, Wash. (April 27, 2015) — Take Back the Night, an annual internationally recognized protest against rape and sexual assault, will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 30, in Red Square at Pacific Lutheran University. The event offers a chance to learn about ending…
ending sexual violence and to speak up and voice concerns, stories and purpose. The event begins with a rally. Speakers include Diversity Center Director Angie Hambrick, Foss/Pflueger Resident Director Ángel Gonzalez and D’Ajah Johnson ’17, who all will offer perspectives on why ending sexual violence is vital. Radical cheerleading follows the rally—students will lead a march around campus that draws attention to the cause through nonviolent direct action and street theater. Students can voice their
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The Faculty Excellence Award in Teaching recognizes a member of PLU’s faculty who embodies a commitment to excellence in their ability to communicate knowledge and inspire students. The award was presented to Emily Davidson, Associate Professor of Hispanic and Latino Studies . The university sponsors…
and amplifies marginalized voices.” Her dedication to fostering a supportive community is evident in the words of her students. One student noted, “In our class for heritage speakers, she told us over and over again that even if our Spanish is not ‘academic,’ or we have a different vocabulary, or a different accent, our Spanish is still legitimate and powerful. She helps us feel empowered and reclaim our heritage.” Another noted that Davidson’s “radical self-acceptance fostered a fiery passion for
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“I like people, places…and things!“ Greetings, Friends and Colleagues in Ministry, I bring you greetings in the midst of all the beautiful chaos that summer ministry can hold! As I near the six-month mark of being the Director of Congregational Engagement at Pacific Lutheran University,…
Revolution of Consciousness conference. I also had the opportunity to host our annual Summer Conference in Pastoral Theology Read Previous Director Update & Introduction LATEST POSTS Director Update & Introduction February 21, 2019 Congregational Engagement co-sponsors Seeking Shalom Conference May 24, 2017 Director Search Update May 11, 2017
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The value of a college education increases when graduates have a better understanding of religion’s diversity and influence in regional, national, and global life.
religion’s diversity and influence in regional, national, and global life. The study of religion will help you speak to why religion gives meaning and purpose to billions of people on the planet. At PLU, students can take classes in environmental ethics, the religions of Asia, feminist theology, Luther, Native American traditions of the Pacific Northwest – to name just a few. PLU students study religion in Tacoma and Seattle as well as far off destinations such as Hawaii, Rome, or Trinidad-Tobago. Our
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The Religion Department is pleased to present the 2024 Spring Capstones. Monday, May 20 - 4:00-6:30 pm and Tuesday, May 21 - 1:00-3:00 pm Xavier Hall, Room 201
The Religion Department is pleased to present the 2024 Spring Capstones. Monday, May 20 – 4:00-6:30 pm and Tuesday, May 21 – 1:00-3:00 pm Xavier Hall, Room 201 May 20, 2024 - 4:00-6:30 pm4:00-4:20 pm - Sarah Lynn Seabreeze Faith and Pandemics: Lutheran Theology and Application 4:20-4:40 pm - Sage Warner Respectability Through Religious Salvation Among Women in the Nation of Islam 4:40-5:00 pm - Jackson Helt Salvation and the Kingdom of God 5:00-5:20 pm - Isabelle Esposito What Is At Stake for
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Priest-in-Charge Christ Episcopal Church in Tacoma Mother Janet Campbell has served as Priest-in-Charge at Christ Church since 2014.
Theology Chicago A pastor of the ELCA, Dr. Stewart directs advanced studies at LSTC and teaches courses in worship and ecology. He is the author of A Watered Garden: Christian Worship and Earth’s Ecology and articles on water in worship and care for earth’s waters. Dr. Stewart will offer two plenary presentations on the conference theme. Todd HayData Team Lead National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Northwest Fisheries Science Center Dr. Hay’s expertise in the waters of the Puget Sound drew him
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Core Courses GSRS 201 – Introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and Race Studies (required of majors & minors, offered every semester) GSRS 301 – Theories of Gender, Sexuality, and Race (required
Black Atlantic POLS 288* – when taught as “Latino Experience in the U.S.” POLS 365 – Racial and Ethnic Politics POLS 374 – Mass Incarceration PSYC 335 – Cultural Psychology RELI 230 – when taught as “African-American Religious Traditions” or “Islam in America” RELI 236 – Native American Religious Traditions RELI 354 – when taught as “Race & Gender in Theology” RELI 393 – when taught as “Tacoma Buddhism” or “Religious Diversity, Health, Healing” SOCI 332 – Race and Ethnicity SOCI 387 – when taught as
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