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New Master of Science in Finance focuses on cross-disciplinary approach https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2012/03/05/new-master-of-science-in-finance-focuses-on-cross-disciplinary-approach/

years of experience in the investment management business, the world has changed dramatically,” said Johnson, a principal at Fulcrum Capital, LLC.. “The one constant is the Chartered Financial Analyst program. The CFA designation is the hallmark of the industry and a ‘must have’ in order to compete with the best and the brightest in this business. Almost every portfolio management job opportunity, entry level or otherwise, requires an MBA or CFA designation. This program will jump start a graduate’s

Jon Grande ’92 embraces innovation, talent and fun at Amazon Games https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2022/06/03/jon-grande/

money on as you play to enhance your gameplay experience. Grande became a proven leader in the field and was recruited to Amazon where he currently has two job titles — franchise lead and head of product management for mobile. He is defining product strategy for Amazon in the mobile games space and serving as the business lead for Amazon Games studio, overseeing a team of product managers, engineers, designers, and producers. Grande says one of the things he loves about working in gaming is the pace

Nick Sears ’87, ’95 – Resolute Online: Spring 2016 https://www.plu.edu/resolute/spring-2016/nick-sears/

University graduate Nick Sears took the technology world by storm when he teamed up with inventors Andy Rubin and Chris White to market and launch Android, one of the world’s top operating systems for smartphones. Now, he hopes to team up with students across the country and help market their skills when entering the job force for the first time. Sears (’87, ’95) worked at AT&T after graduating from PLU, eventually moving to T-Mobile where he became vice president of product marketing and management

Samantha Lund ’16 – Resolute Online: Spring 2016 https://www.plu.edu/resolute/spring-2016/author/samanthalund/

product marketing and management until 2005. Then he shifted to Android, where he took on the role as co-founder and chief strategy officer before Google purchased the operating system in July 2005. Sears remained involved at Google, working on Android product development and marketing. By every account, Sears spent more than seven years creating and perfecting the modern-day smartphone. He credits PLU with helping him get there. “I came to PLU to study business,” Sears said, “but I left with a lot

Grads ready to embark on next adventure https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2009/05/18/grads-ready-to-embark-on-next-adventure/

always been there for me as I faced challenges, and the knowledge base to be successful in life after graduation. My next chapter: A year of service in New Orleans with an AmeriCorps program, two years of service with Peace Corps and then graduate studies in Conservation Biology and Wildlife Management, Ecology, or both! Maren Anderson – Bachelor of Arts in Norwegian Why PLU? I was enamored with PLU’s commitment to study abroad and liberal arts education. At PLU study abroad, is not study away; this

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Internship at the Port of Tacoma https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2023/03/15/internship-at-the-port-of-tacoma/

Internship at the Port of Tacoma Posted by: alemanem / March 15, 2023 March 15, 2023 The Port of Tacoma is seeking an Executive Leadership Intern. Job Summary This internship will assist the Port’s Executive Leadership team with the Port’s 2021 – 2025 Strategic Plan and Special Projects. Tasks may include developing and delivering executive level presentations to well informed audiences, sharpening project management and reporting techniques, applying digital solutions to presenting both

Billing Rights https://www.plu.edu/financial-services/students/payments/billing-rights-how-to-make-a-payment-statement-and-contact-information/

Statement/Class Schedule Information – Access Online https://banweb.plu.edu Billing Questions/Financial Aid/ – Student Financial Services 253-535-7161 or 800-678-3243 Continuing Education Questions – Continuing Education 253-535-8378 Monthly Payment Plan Arrangements – Tuition Management Systems www.afford.com or 800-722-4867 Health Service Charges & PLU Wellness Access Plan – Health Center 253-535-7337 Housing Arrangements – Residential Life 253-535-7200 Library Fines – Library 253-535-7500 Meal

Gravit Designer: A Free, Vector-Based Graphic Design Program https://www.plu.edu/itech/news/gravit-designer-a-free-vector-based-graphic-design-program/

browser or as an installed application, making it compatible with any computer. Work can also be saved to a cloud account, allowing for easy access and minimal file management. When finished with a design, work can be downloaded and saved as a file (image, PDF, or vector) for web or print purposes. Graphic tools include options for drawing, shapes, text, and layering. A trifold brochure created in Gravit Designer. To get started with Gravit Designer, navigate to https://www.designer.io/. Click the

2.4 PLU Network Services https://www.plu.edu/its-policies/2-0-privacy/2-4-plu-network-services/

PLU network services have security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse, or alteration of information under university management. All activity on PLU network servers may be monitored, recorded, or backed up. Pacific Lutheran University automatically logs certain data generated by accessing and navigating PLU Web: Network addresses of those who use PLU network services, accompanied by the date and time of use, may be collected to help diagnose server problems, limit access to licensed