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, such progress would mean she could work and save money, “in case something happens.” Because for Ana Sofia—and millions of DREAMers like her—“Nothing is for sure for us, you know… things change all the time.” Read Previous He Speaks for the Trees Read Next Scientists discover new species of enigmatic marsupial in Ecuador COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS
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. Even today, the Dream of America is strong – not least in places where liberty and freedom are constrained. *** In the period from 1825 to 1925, roughly 800 000 men and women left Norway to seek a better life in America. For a better life for all, we must harness this pioneer spirit in our work to create a better world. First and foremost to find solutions to one of the greatest challenges of our time: climate change. My generation has little to show for itself when it comes to taking care of the
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organization with an emphasis on intercultural communication, global partnership and sustainable change. They will add to the 10 PLU alumni currently serving overseas — and add to the more than 250 Peace Corps participants PLU has touted over the years. Historically, PLU’s per capita enrollment of alumni into the Peace Corps has been significant. This year is no different. PLU ranked No. 22 nationally for small colleges on the Peace Corps’ 2018 Top Colleges annual list, which recognizes colleges with the
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to Pacific Lutheran University.His time volunteering for LuteVote through ASPLU, the university’s student government body, and Bernie Sanders’ 2016 presidential campaign inspired Dolan to pursue politics at PLU. Although Dolan may not currently have all the answers, he’s excited to start working on finding solutions to the world’s problems. “I don’t know exactly how to solve these problems,” Dolan said, “but I know there are problems, and I want to be a voice for change.” This summer Dolan will
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. She learned about it from Bridget Yaden, chair of the Department of Languages and Literatures. “What I’m teaching them is how to teach,” said Yaden, who also serves as professor of Hispanic studies. “The way STARTALK teaches, you (learn to) teach 90 percent or more in the language.” PLU has partnered with Seattle Public Schools for 11 years to offer the grant-funded, three-week program. This year is the first time classes have been taught on PLU’s campus — a change that generated increased
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climate change, is exciting,” he says. But what is perhaps most fulfilling for Waldow is to see his students grow into the next generation of scientists. “What’s really satisfying is to see students realize that they can do this themselves,” he says. “To see students develop confidence and curiosity and start to ask their own questions, and then apply that level of curiosity and skill to whatever they do next is the most rewarding.” Read Previous Welcome Back Lutes Read Next People’s Gathering fosters
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expanding medical education and health care access in communities across Washington,” said Dr. Jim Record, dean of the WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine. “For the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, a critical component of this is seeking community partnerships that are innovative, collaborative, and mission-aligned. The partnership with PLU and MultiCare meets all these criteria. Launching this new initiative will allow us to change the health care ecosystem and take an important step toward
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or possibly contaminated item. Wearing Gloves: Wear disposable protective gloves (latex, nitrile, vinyl) for contact with blood and other potentially infectious material. Always change gloves immediately if they become contaminated. Other PPE may also be required to prevent exposure, such as lab coats, face shields, and safety glasses/goggles. PPE is provided by PLU at no cost to employees. PPE that needs repair, replacement, or cleaning should be reported immediately to a supervisor. C. Other
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a story, and we’re just all in this together. It’s amazing. One very beneficial change the Series has seen in the past decade is the procurement of annual funding. At its inception, the Series had no consistent financing. “Jason and I would literally have to go around to different parts of campus asking for contributions to our budget,” Barot explains. This changed in May 2012 when the Provost provided an annual budget to fully fund the Series. This institutional commitment ensured that the
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his education at PLU was fundamental in helping him channel those experiences into vocation. “PLU showed me that education can change your life no matter what circumstance you come from,” Cushman said. “I owe a lot to the PLU community. They have been my rock.”
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