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understanding the roles that microorganisms play in controlling the ocean biogeochemical cycles. She is broadly interested in how microorganisms adapt to and shape their dynamic environments by producing and using different small molecules (metabolites) and proteins. Dr. Boysen looks forward to continuing her research with PLU undergraduates. Stay tuned for opportunities to join the lab. Read more about Dr. Boysen’s research on her research webpage.

is best known for his research in Egypt including excavations in the Valley of the Kings. He has led many expeditions and is the author of nine books and numerous scientific and popular articles on archaeological subjects. For several years, Ryan worked closely with world-renowned Norwegian explorer, archaeologist and writer, the late Thor Heyerdahl, whose open-minded approach to the topic of early human use of the ocean was a hallmark of his remarkable research. Ryan is also a Research Associate

her daughter (who is in the Education department at Central University), her son (who graduated from PLU with a Psychology major), her daughter-in-law (who graduated from Western University, also with a Psychology major), as well as her extended family – who all live in this area. Professional 2003 to present: PLU Student Health Center Family Practice Office Manager / Medical Assistant for 20 years Ophthalmology Assistant for 5 years

Kelsey Eagen Associate Director, Academic Advising she/her Phone: 253-535-8776 Email: kelsey.eagen@plu.edu Professional Biography Additional Titles/Roles Biography Kelsey has been with PLU since May 2019 and has worked in higher education since 2014. Kelsey has a BS in Psychology and a MS in Higher Education Administration with a focus on Title IX Law from the University of North Florida. Kelsey works primarily with biology students, pre-med students, and theatre students in addition to

Book Darker Fall: Poems (Sarabande Books 2002) : View Book Accolades John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship, 2016 UNT Rilke Prize, for Chord, 2016 Finalist for the LA Times Book Prize, for Chord, 2016 PEN Open Book Award, for Chord, 2016 Thom Gunn Award, for Chord, 2016 Civitella Ranieri Residency Fellowship, 2011 K.T. Tang Award for Faculty Excellence in Research, 2010 Artist Trust Fellowship Award, 2009 Grub Street Book Prize, for Want, 2009 Finalist for Lambda Literary Awards, for

well as the operation of the Help Desk. Then, in the summer of 2020 I transitioned into my current roll of Director of User Support and Instructional Technologies. I now manage an amazing group of staff and students who provide a wide range of technology services for the campus community in support of teaching and learning at PLU. Interests Hiking Travel

at LaGuardia High School where he was exposed to various forms of classical and jazz music. Ed later studied trumpet at Yale, the Manhattan School of Music, and the University of Washington. As a fan of modern and early classical music, Castro has positioned himself between genres with additional deep interests in jazz and popular music, where these myriad styles influence his compositions.  His trumpet instructors include Chris Gekker, Trumpet Professor University of Maryland, Former Member of

at LaGuardia High School where he was exposed to various forms of classical and jazz music. Ed later studied trumpet at Yale, the Manhattan School of Music, and the University of Washington. As a fan of modern and early classical music, Castro has positioned himself between genres with additional deep interests in jazz and popular music, where these myriad styles influence his compositions.  His trumpet instructors include Chris Gekker, Trumpet Professor University of Maryland, Former Member of

Presentation: Curiosity Questions poster presented (by Dr. Carolina Illie), SUNY Oswego (Fall 2012) Northwest Section American Physical Society, Co-author Conference Research Presentation: Research Intern, Matthew Hubbard presented “ How tongue size and roughness affect lapping, Vancouver, B.C., Canada (Fall 2012) 2012 National meeting of American Association of Physics Teachers, Scholarly Presentation: “ Pre-Course Student Questions as Motivators for Class Lessons, Philadelphia, PA (August 2012) Selected

Wenatchee Symphony Orchestra, and the Tacoma Young Artists Orchestra. Her vast interest in contemporary music has brought about numerous new chamber music works for the double bass and she has presented the world premieres. Dr. Jensen has won the Spokane Allied Arts Young Artist Competition, the Helen Snelling Crowe Competition, and was a finalist in the American String Teachers Association National Solo Competition. Receiving her doctorate in musical arts degree in double bass performance at the