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of their studies and research to film some of their experiences exploring downtown Oslo and Norway’s southeastern coast. Watch what Ariel Wood ’17 and Theo Hofrenning ’17 captured.   Read Previous Pacific Lutheran University Announces Leadership Transition Read Next DCHAT Podcast: PLU Dean of Social Sciences David R. Huelsbeck answers alumni questions COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a

understanding and attentive and checked in with me as I was applying. She was so accommodating and gave really valuable feedback that was not only helpful for this scholarship but also for other scholarships I might apply for in the future.  2. As a scholarship winner, you had the opportunity to attend the Udall Scholar Orientation virtually. What was that experience like?  We met over four days and we had keynote speakers. One of which was an Udall alumni speaking on why it was challenging for her to get

that there were resources available to them. Invest in 253 ScholarsLearn more about the 253 Bound ScholarsThis spring, members of the community and PLU alumni, family and friends are invited to invest in students like this as we prepare to welcome the incoming class of 253 PLU Bound Scholars.“The 253 PLU Bound scholarship not only helped me get here, but the additional support provided through the Supporting Success Scholarship helps me stay.”  Harris has found a home here in Parkland and, after

for their communities and care for the earth.  This triple repetition aligns perfectly with our principles of Diversity, Justice and Sustainability, which we strive to consider not as three separate issues, but as one interrelated cause demanding critical thought and action. These guiding values help our students, alumni, faculty and professional staff members to act as globally conscious citizens and creative leaders. So as we celebrate the graduation of this, the largest class in PLU’s history

? The individual faculty members that I talked with during my phone interview, and then my in-person interview, seemed so supportive. I was really looking for that in the next stage of my career. I really wanted a department that was collegial, that didn’t just talk about being supportive, actually was supportive and was willing to step in and help in any way they could. I was also really impressed with the multiple mentorship programs we have for first-year and early-career faculty members. That’s

call my friends. It is a place that makes me feel like I can be me.Who impacted you the most at PLU? Dr. Sailu Lulu Li has been my biggest mentor. She is also from China. Dr. Lulu jump-started my finance career and walked me through how to navigate America as a first-generation Chinese immigrant, especially in the field of finance.You started as a business major with a concentration in accounting but switched to a concentration in finance. What prompted that switch? Accounting just wasn’t for me. I

that they can do this themselves,” he says. “To see students develop confidence and curiosity and start to ask their own questions, and then apply that level of curiosity and skill to whatever they do next is the most rewarding.” Read Previous Despite a shaky past, April Reyes ’21 built a strong foundation for her future Read Next Matthew Conover ’19 explains how PLU helped prepare him for a career in software engineering LATEST POSTS Summer Reading Recommendations July 11, 2024 Stuart Gavidia ’24

being instrumental in launching her marketing research career.  From being responsible for many marketing aspects in the non-profit sector, to getting more specific into research itself, Riley has realized her passions in the field of marketing.  Hansel Doan,class of 2017, came into the MSMR program with a specific goal: to work in corporate Starbucks. Once he realized this goal, he followed the advice of a mentor and started working part time as a Starbucks barista while also working for PLU and

. Fun fact about Pam: she is a little clumsy and has been to the ER 17 times since she was 6! “This program is fast-paced and will provide me the appropriate credentials to fast-track a career in marketing research in just 10 months. I’m excited to work with actual clients and make a difference!”Shelondra HarrisShelondra is also an alumna of PLU and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication in 2017. Though she has grown up in Tacoma (which she adores), she was actually born in Germany! She

, tight-knit group of musicians. Pete Christlieb was born to a musical family, his father a world famous double reed player. His career started right out of high school, and blossomed from there. He performed with the Tonight Show for over 20 years, the Glen Campbell show, Bill Cosby show, and Star Trek, among many others. Musicians he has worked with include Chet Baker, Count Basie, Tom Waits, Steely Dan, Sammy Nestico, Michael Buble, and Seth MacFarlane among many others.Learn more Read Previous PLU