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  • Message from Seth Dowland, WMGS Chair: We are delighted to present the abstracts of our 2020 Women's and Gender Studies capstone students.

    2020 Gender, Sexuality, and Race Studies CapstonesMessage from Seth Dowland, WMGS Chair: We are delighted to present the abstracts of our 2020 Women’s and Gender Studies capstone students. The WMGS capstone offers students the opportunity to draw on theoretical tools they have learned in their courses in order to think critically about work they are doing in a practicum. This combination of theory and praxis is a hallmark of women’s and gender studies, and it posed a particular challenge to our

  • By the end of their first year, minors should have taken 2 Anthropology 100 level courses and: know and use anthropological concepts know the major perspectives of anthropology (linguistic,

    to develop oral presentations Level III: Anthropology 300 & 400 Level CoursesDuring their third year minors should be able to: understand a culture area, including the similarities and diversities in it look at a cultural topic in a large number of cultures throughout the world read and use scholarly literature recognize theory and method in the anthropological literature develop an integrated research paper using professional sources consistently and accurately use the American Anthropological

  • Friday, May 5th Join the Mathematics Department in Morken 214 and Morken 216 to hear the senior capstone presentations. You can view the capstone abstracts here.

    Matthew Helmer Sturm-Liouville Theory and its Application 5:00pm Spencer McCray Existence of Compositional Roots of One-to-One Functions 5:30pm David Gilman The World of Polyominoes: Topics of Interest and Methods 6:00pm Justin Chase Making Mathematical Roses Morken 2162:30pm Alexandra De Fermin Cortes Is there an Association Between a Cystic Fibrosis Patient’s Demographic Variables and their Spirometry Measurements? An Application of Logistic Regression 3:00pm Wyatt Tayon Multiple Logistic Regression

  • Major in Chemistry 51 semester hours: 47 semester hours in Foundation courses, plus 4 semester hours in CHEM 342 Foundation Courses 47 semester hours Chemistry Courses 29 semester hours CHEM 115,

    , atomic and molecular theory, periodic relationships, states of matter, quantitative relationships, and thermochemistry. The course includes laboratory experiences. Corequisite: MATH 140 or math placement in MATH 151 or higher. Recommended: one year of high school chemistry. (4) CHEM 116 : General Chemistry II - NW Introduces students to chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry thermodynamics, electrochemistry, chemistry of the elements, and coordination compounds. The course

  • As a student in PLU’s Mathematics Program, ancient principles merge seamlessly with cutting-edge techniques, equipping you with the skills needed to comprehend and contribute to the latest developments in mathematics and statistics. Every course will empower you with the knowledge and insights essential for success…

    . Studying mathematics and statistics at PLU is not just about theory. It’s about applying these disciplines to real-world problems in science, engineering, economics, or finance. Whether you’re preparing for a career in education or planning to pursue further studies in a graduate program, our courses will challenge, inspire, and inform you about the beauty and power of mathematics and statistics, as well as their practical applications. Learn more about the mathematics program at PLU in one minute from

  • Professor Emeritus | School of Music, Theatre & Dance | David P.

    David P. Robbins Professor Emeritus Professional Biography Additional Titles/Roles Term of Service: 1969-2019 Education M.M., Composition, University of Michigan, 1969 B.M., Composition, University of Michigan, 1968 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Music Administration Percussion Responsibilities Applied Composition and Percussion Lessons, Teaches Music Theory Biography David P. Robbins was a Professor of Music at Pacific Lutheran University from 1969 until his retirement in 2019. Born in

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  • The Master of Science in Kinesology program is on hiatus for the 2023-24 academic year. Admission to the MS in Kinesiology is based on several criteria including academic preparation, work

    opportunities for leadership development and professional development appropriate to the student's interests and abilities. This is a Pass/Fail class only. A general outline of the student's final project is also expected to be developed as a function of the mentoring process. Can be repeated once for credit up to four semester hours. (2) KINS 515 : Applied Sport Psychology I Examination and analysis of theory and research relating to social psychological factors and group dynamics affecting sport and

  • PLU mathematics professor Jessica Sklar is one of 23 collaborators creating a notable work of art, soon touring the nation. Called Mathemalchemy, the installation celebrates the beauty and creativity of mathematics. The finished piece will be about 16 x 8 feet in area and 9…

    , and surrounded by blackboards that viewers can write upon. The overall work is a collection of multimedia vignettes illustrating mathematical concepts. Visitors to the piece will see a “knotical” (nautical) scene—featuring a bay, a boat, and a sea monster—exploring concepts in knot theory. A large handmade quilt composed of blocks depicts various forms of cryptography, while a soaring lighthouse is topped with a stained-glass dodecahedron. A dizzying variety of artistic mediums comprise the work

  • Women in Development Network Voices of the Shuttle: Webpage for Humanities Research Southwest Institute for Research on Women National Council for Research on Women Civil Liberties and Public

    Women's and Gender Studies Networks and Research Centers Women in Development Network Voices of the Shuttle: Webpage for Humanities Research Southwest Institute for Research on Women National Council for Research on Women Civil Liberties and Public Policy: Building the Movement for Reproductive Freedom Gifts of Speech: Women’s Speeches from Around the World Women's Studies Journals The Women’s Review of Books Womanist Theory and Research Women and Politics Institute Signs: Journal of Women in

  • Lecturer - Saxophone | School of Music, Theatre & Dance | steighev@plu.edu | 253-535-7602 | Praised by the Tacoma News Tribune for his “effortless lyricism” as well as his “smooth tone and fluid virtuosity,” saxophonist Erik Steighner has performed with ensembles including the Austin Symphony Orchestra, the Federal Way Symphony, the Northwest Sinfonietta, the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra, the San Antonio Symphony, and Symphony Tacoma.

    , where his course load has included saxophone, chamber music, music theory, ear training, music appreciation, and digital music. He is also on faculty at the University of Puget Sound Community Music Department and is the founder and conductor of the South Sound Saxophone Ensemble. Steighner has premiered dozens of solo and chamber works and appears on CD releases from labels including Albany Records, Alea Publishing, Mark Custom, Naxos, Reference Recordings, and Vienna Modern Masters. Steighner

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