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Pacific Lutheran University. As a high schooler in Federal Way, Keim knew college would be his next step. His parents were both successful and supportive, and though neither attended a four-year university, they instilled in him the importance of postsecondary education, and the opportunities it affords. That’s what Keim embraced most about his first-in-the-family status: his parents wholeheartedly supported his pursuit of personal greatness, so his enjoyment of the PLU experience was never just about

assess the old. Coursework includes analysis of crime, deviance, family and gender issues, race/ethnicity, social class, social problems and inequality. In addition, sociology provides training in a range of research techniques that can be applied to many areas of social life and policy. The Sociology curriculum at PLU is cumulative, such that the skills developed in lower-division courses set the groundwork for the skills to be developed in upper-division classes. We advise students to select their

. “I loved my Peace Corps experience in Comoros. My host family was amazing, and I made great connections. That does not mean every day was this grand adventure and that it is a constant high,” Larsen said. “If you want to do the Peace Corps be invested into the work, be ready to have ups and downs, and have the grit to get through the moments of missing home or wanting peanut butter. Because it is worth it.” Andrew Larsen ‘15Peace Corps Comoros volunteer Andrew Larsen ‘15 receives a visit from his

decision to attend and play football at Pacific Lutheran University. As a high schooler in Federal Way, Keim knew college would be his next step. His parents were both successful and supportive, and though neither attended a four-year university, they instilled in him the importance of postsecondary education, and the opportunities it affords. That’s what Keim embraced most about his first-in-the-family status: his parents wholeheartedly supported his pursuit of personal greatness, so his enjoyment of

community in a truly PLU way, and how you are an important part of this work. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to supporting PLU students and the leaders, creators, change-makers and caring global citizens they will become. Because the world needs more Lutes. Gratefully, Allan Belton President P.S. I hope you will watch for opportunities to join us both in-person and virtually in the fall. Mark your calendars now for Homecoming & Family Week, Sept. 28 – Oct. 3, and for the Bjug Day of Giving, Oct

, small grocers, co-ops, and bars, because these community spaces tended to have more intimate relationships with local community members compared to corporate businesses. Katherine’s faculty sponsor will be Dr. Rebekah Mergenthal, Associate Professor of History. Dr. Michael Halvorson will administer the fellowship and arrange for the research to be presented on the PLU campus during the 2024-2025 academic year. Previous Benson Family Summer Research Fellows (and mentors): Kara Atkinson (Peter

; and the College of Professional Studies. This May, we will be shifting from one large event at the Tacoma Dome to four smaller events on campus — one ceremony for each of the four colleges — spread out over two days. For information on the college graduation schedule, please click here. What academic areas are housed under the four colleges?College of Health Professions Kinesiology Marriage and Family Therapy Nursing Social Work College of Liberal Studies Anthropology Chinese Studies Criminal

writing, Meg works on community projects that support girls, Latino youth, and/or literacy. She serves on the National Board of Advisors for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and is a faculty member of Hamline University’s Masters of Fine Arts in Children’s Literature. She lives with her family in Richmond, Virginia. 2020: Jason ReynoldsThese Three Words Presented by Jason Reynolds Jason Reynolds discussed the three words he keeps at the forefront of his mind when writing