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of artificial intelligence that starts with an algorithm and then learns and adjusts on its own. Machine learning is an integral part of the modern technology world, used by companies such as Facebook and Google — and now, Renzhi Cao’s summer research at PLU. “We want to create a technique, where instead of telling the machine what to do, we want to give the intelligence to the machine,” Cao said. (Video by Rustin Dwyer, PLU) Cao and his team are working on applying machine learning to

task of the diviners is to interpret the marks made in the powdered wood coating the divination tray. Based on the marks the diviner creates, he or she will recite one of sixteen pre-determined verses of Yoruba oral literature, odu. Often these verses suggest further rituals or sacrifices that the diviner’s client should take part in to resolve their problem (Ross). To create each of these instruments of divination, an artist must acquire stylistic knowledge of his craft. The term àṣà generally

chance to keep their memory alive by sharing some of their names and stories. Presenters: Patrick Henry, Emeritus, Whitman College Judith van Praag Moderator: Rebecca Wilkin, Languages and Literature 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. – Dinner Break (Scandinavian Center, AUC) 7 p.m. – Keynote Speaker: Dr. Robert Jan van Pelt (Regency Room, AUC)“Facing the Gorgon: Reflections on Jewish Resistance in the German Death Camps” sponsored by Sam Brill in honor of his mother, Edna Brill   Presenter: Dr. Robert Jan van Pelt

Berguson, program director for the Telemark Gateway, says both programs look beyond Scandinavian heritage and focus on the “needed element” of studying contemporary Norway. “Our courses (in Scandinavian-area studies) and study away both strive to move students from an interest in heritage to an interest in how Norway approaches disciplines like business, alpine ecology and literature from their perspective,” she said. Norway NostalgiaRead what Sonja Ruud '12 has to say about her journey abroad in

studies conducted at the expense of marginalized populations, and the subsequent findings of those studies that are, in some cases, used and cited in contemporary research. Mahr analyzed how and why medical providers repeatedly and deliberately harmed people in the name of medical science by conducting non-consensual experiments on their subjects. Those ambitious professionals, she says, argued that the ends justified the means — that the harms were necessary to foster a greater good. Within her

,” Wade said. “It was a tremendous learning opportunity. It gave us the sense that we were charting a course.” When he graduated, Wade left OR with 10 trained volunteer trip leaders – the next generation of caretakers for a program finally starting to flourish. Current Outdoor RecSnowshoeing in the mountains. Current Outdoor RecHiking in the hills. Current Outdoor RecClimbing a cliff wall. Current Outdoor RecPosing for a photo while on a hike. Twenty years later, the modern-day version of Outdoor Rec

piece and then you will be asked to sightread a passage from band, orchestra, or jazz literature (depending on the ensembles you indicate you are interested in). You will usually see the posted results of the auditions by Monday morning. Audition for rhythm section instruments (guitar, piano, bass, and drums) are held on Wednesday of the first week of classes. For the first part of the audition, you will play a piece with the big band where you will be evaluated for your reading, skill on the

all-gold interior of the new synagogue is “very edgy and contemporary,” with acoustics so perfect, attendees were enveloped in sound the moment the rabbi began chanting. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) The gold interior of the synagogue with prayer verses inscribed on the wall. +Enlarge Photo Natalie Mayer Story and Video The group’s time in Mainz was especially emotional for Kurt Mayer’s daughter, also a PLU student. Read Story At the synagogue’s Shabbat social hour, the group met with the head of

all-gold interior of the new synagogue is “very edgy and contemporary,” with acoustics so perfect, attendees were enveloped in sound the moment the rabbi began chanting. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) The gold interior of the synagogue with prayer verses inscribed on the wall. +Enlarge Photo Natalie Mayer Story and Video The group’s time in Mainz was especially emotional for Kurt Mayer’s daughter, also a PLU student. Read Story At the synagogue’s Shabbat social hour, the group met with the head of

McGill. A Streetcar Named Desire, by Tennessee Williams. Directed by Professor Jeff A. Clapp.Other ProductionsLullaby of Broadway: A Night of Musical Theatre. Directed by Clare Marie Edgerton ‘10. The APO One-Act Play Festival: World Premieres.
Rocko’s Post-Modern Life, by Paul Elvis Richter ‘10. Directed by Rose Gonzales ‘10. Robbing Midnight, by Angie Tennant ‘12. Directed by Abigail Pishaw ‘12. Straight Date, by Justin Huertas ’09. Directed by David Alan Ellis ‘11. Vpstart Crow Presents: bash