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now.” Katie always saw herself working in the field of social work, but she knew that if she were going to work with diverse people in the future she was going to have to understand complex topics from the perspective of the people who experienced them. This access to the knowledge and the experience of others is something she has a great appreciation for when reminiscing about her involvement with the Diversity Center. For Katie, attention to equality and justice was instilled early on. She

integrate dance into their overall college experience (whether they pursued it professionally or not). Brown found satisfaction in helping students discover their creativity, mind-body connection, and joy for dance. Now, as Visiting Assistant Professor and Director of Dance at PLU, Ariella Brown oversees multiple dance performances throughout the year in addition to the dance minor program. Her decision to come to PLU was easy. “I was struck by the passion and thoroughness of the students and faculty

thought I would.” Her passion for fact-finding led to a research job with Southern Illinois University through the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Summer Research, funded by the National Science Foundation. Her work included studying ammonia decomposition for the release of hydrogen. Her research was performed using computational chemistry, an area Ramirez enjoys. “That experience helped me grow as a person and in my chemistry career,” she said.In the classroom, her aptitude was quickly

environmental studies program and provided a starting point for more in-depth conversations about its goals and aspirations, which will occur later this summer, McKenney said. The workshop also served as an introduction for some about the program, and connected local community groups and Pierce County with the work PLU is doing. For some faculty members, like assistant religion professor Kevin O’Brien, the field trip to Clover Creek was their first experience out in the field collecting scientific data. He

majoring in journalism at PLU has helped him in unexpected ways. He said because there were few required courses to qualify for the major, he was able to take courses in art, history and economics. “A good reporter needs to know a little bit about everything,” Thiel said. “My PLU education served me well in that way, giving me a breadth of experience to cover stories that are different, unusual or beyond my field of endeavor.” Glasgow, who reports for KOMO Radio and is a Mariners’ pre- and post-game

findings in The Spiritual Life of College Students: A National Study of College Students’ Search for Meaning and Purpose (www.spirituality.ucla.edu). Today, more than ever, students seek an educational experience that challenges them to think, not just about the disciplines they are studying, but also about themselves and their world. Centered in the Lutheran tradition of higher education, benefiting from the Wild Hope project’s work encouraging discussion of “big-enough questions” and implementing a

event organizer for students, but as a former educator Johnson saw it could be much more. She saw her office embrace concepts like pedagogy and assessment in the educational context, as well as expanding access and support through places like the opening of the university’s Diversity Center. “It seemed like a no-brainer to me,” she said. “We are partners in the educational experience.” With that in mind supporting programs such as Wild Hope, the First Year Common Reading Program just made sense

, she believes it wouldn’t be a PLU education if didn’t have all this – the classes, the study away experiences, the music. And when she walked across the graduation stage last May, she knew these essential experiences won’t just help her in her career – they will be with her forever. “It’s about the experience, but it’s also about what comes after,” Johnston said. “Now, these things will always be a part of me.” To see what study away opportunities might be there for you, visit the Wang Center for

allow for practical application of analytic and research concepts. “I am very impressed with the innovative and engaging degree program created by the Marketing professors,” said School of Business Dean Nancy Albers Miller. “The development team engaged in extensive research to ensure that the curriculum aligns with industry demands and that the student will receive the best possible educational experience.” In 2013, Money Magazine ranked Marketing Research Analyst as the 11th best job in America

children and the arts. “I’m trying to tell children in schools, if they have some opportunity to do some arts — do it,” Weissberger said. “Don’t let anyone discourage you.” Her advocacy has had a profound impact on many people. “Ela has taken an opera and elevated it to a life-changing experience,” said Mina Meller, the artistic director of Music of Remembrance who introduced Weissberger. Lutes attending her lecture expressed they felt this way, too. “It was very powerful to understand that what we