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able to play piano much because I was too busy with other classes. It was also at this time when … I decided to switch my religion major to a music major—it seemed like the perfect excuse to practice piano more! How do you hope to use both majors in China as you pursue your master’s? I’m applying to music schools in China so I can be immersed in the Chinese language and still continue my studies in piano. I am interested in Chinese interpretation work, and of course I want to continue teaching and

school, before eventually staying home with her kids. Growing up, Oshiro and her siblings — thanks to their mom — did as much learning at home as they did at school. “She made sure we would have extra practice with these little workbooks she would buy from Costco,” Oshiro said. “I was surrounded by and immersed in education, school, books, reading. That gave me the love for the subject area I teach, and it was a natural thing for me to become a teacher.” The extra work was fun, too: “She made it fun

class and “allows everyone to have consistent access to some form of a healing practice,” the Yakima native says, adding that “helping others is part of my healing.” (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) Kate Fontana '08 +Enlarge Photo Change and activism marked Fontana’s time at PLU. She started college with ambitions of studying physics and astronomy and working for NASA, but classes in women’s and gender studies and religion – her eventual degree – won her heart and soul. Her campus résumé shows Fontana

more open and flexible manner.  As with any skill, this can be strengthened with ongoing practice.  These exercises are from the portlandpsychotherapyclinic.com website.  Each exercise link is embedded into the name of the exercise. Focus Word Relaxation Exercise ( )by PLU Counseling Center Released: 2016.   Update Required To play the media you will need to either update your browser to a recent version or update your Flash plugin. jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery("#audio-768").jPlayer

to stay, Agi’s mother insisted they push on. As it turned out, those who stayed in the village were murdered. The family ended up in Budapest, where Agi’s maternal grandmother lived, since Jews were protected by the Prime Minister of Hungary until 1944. Agi’s father was Serbian, however, and Serbians were not welcome in Hungary. Thus, her mother pretended that he was her boyfriend instead of her husband. Unfortunately, a neighbor informed the Gestapo and Agi’s parents were called in for

students, staff, and faculty have found PLU’s Advocacy Services to be a good starting point for getting support. What happens if someone reports my experience? What can the Confidential Advocate do for you? PLU’s Confidential Advocate provides individuals with options and resources so they can make informed decisions about their situation. They offer a safe, private setting to talk with individuals who have questions or concerns about sexual assault, stalking, intimate partner violence/domestic

might fully realize the university’s mission of care. Objectives & Key Action Steps Review scope of work and tasks across all roles and areas of responsibility in order to determine what work can be eliminated, achieved differently or prioritized differently. Develop an impartial and data-informed process by which the university will undertake a systematic and collaborative review and prioritization of programs and resources. Review operating procedures across units to identify potential strategic

& Organizations!  Academic & Spiritual Thriving For new first-year students, PLUS 100 is a class that helps you get rooted in meaningful communities with peer cohort that starts with LUTE Welcome and an instructor that will be connected with you beyond the course (e.g., as an Advisor, Coach, and/or Community Director)! Get connected with peers through tutoring & supplemental instruction Get rooted in your own spiritual practice and/or PLU’s spiritual community through Chapel Break every Monday, Wednesday, and

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