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Karen Marquez ’22 aspires to help her community through her studies Posted by: vcraker / June 22, 2022 Image: Karen Marquez ’22, a social work major who will graduate soon sits by the library ( PLU Photo/John Froschauer) June 22, 2022 Karen Marquez ‘22 is a senior social work major with minors in Hispanic studies and criminal justice. Marquez is a heritage speaker of Spanish, and has a deep love for languages, culture, and diversity. She hopes to use her degree and the skills she is learning at

near the Tacoma Mall before moving into the Parkland area. “The reason that it is so important to focus on areas like Parkland is that there are significant disparities in tree canopy cover when it comes to race and income demographics,” environmental studies major Paez said. “Poor health is correlated with a lack of trees, so increasing greenery in underserved areas is a social justice issue.”The students have been working with the Tree Foundation for the past year, learning how tree coverage in

and apply them professionally as an employee. What are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced since graduation and how did you overcome them? The biggest challenge I’ve faced is adjusting to the constantly changing industry. Journalism is fun, but turbulent. You have to think quick on your feet, something I learned to do with a lot of practice. Another challenge has been reminding myself to stay grounded. Learning is never done, no matter how much experience you gain. Some days it is easier

collectively organize major themes and takeaways from the week (providing points as motivation). Or, personal notes could be used periodically to create a collective study guide, where each group member contributes to a document designed for exam preparation. Collective note taking is a great example of an active learning practice that can increase student engagement with content and peers. If you can imagine some benefits and uses for collaborative note taking, I encourage you to give it a try. For

the workshop was powerful, and she is actively working to bring it to campus. “There is this philosophy that we all have racial tendencies,” she explained. “The best way to defeat that is to start with ourselves. “The college generation is sensitive and open to learning,” she continued. “But it must be taught.” Currently, Montgomery is completing her internship at the behavioral healthcare program of Puyallup’s Good Samaritan Hospital. Along with learning the ins-and-outs of a medical agency

horn symposium is unique in that it provides a dense, three-day immersion into the world of teaching, learning, performing, listening and enjoyment of the world of horn.  It is an opportunity for local horn players to interact with world-class musicians like Douglas Hill, Bernhard Scully and Mark Robbins. Master class opportunities are valuable learning experiences for students who might not otherwise get to interact with such masters. Special presentations will be given on interesting and cutting

executive director of Career Connections, the Director of Academic Internships and one faculty member will review applications and make the award. “The learning that occurs and the experience that is gained through an internship can shape a student’s future,” said Catherine Swearingen, executive director of Career Connections. “A good internship can provide a rich learning environment where students can apply what they have learned in the classroom, gain real-world work experience, create connections

colleges, is making $240,000 available to Yakima area students to attend PLU. The deadline to apply for free is December 1.  “As someone who grew up in the Yakima Valley, I know firsthand that community is full of young people who are passionate about learning, justice, and equity, and who are eager to make a positive difference,” said PLU President Allan Belton, himself a first-generation college student. “The expansion of the Act Six Scholarship to that region represents an invaluable financial and