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recognition, but to be a really great teacher. To me, past Montana Teachers of the Year represented a category of excellence that every teacher should try to work toward. These awards are a demonstration of the hard work and effort I’ve put into my teaching practice, efforts to transform learning for my students. Jessica Anderson '07Jessica (middle) with students at Powell County High School in Deer Lodge, Montana. How will you remember the experience of being honored, along with the 49 other Teachers of

particularly effective strategies for faculty development. Each FLC will also have dedicated time with its members to establish outcomes, an assessment plan, community agreements, and meeting dates/times for the academic year. Space remains available in the following FLCs: Universal Design for Learning: Eliminating barriers to learning and building an inclusive learning environment (3 spaces); Renew & Reflect: Cultivating Purposeful Practice in a Community of Contemplative Educators (2 spaces); Grading for

which Lutes practice the tenets of their tradition. In the spirit of Lutheran higher education, Franco often tells the students he works with, “the more perspectives you know, the closer you are to the truth.” Franco says that this mindset—which lies at the core of everything PLU does—both helps students affirm their previously held beliefs, and challenges them to change their minds. No matter the outcome, PLU values students’ journeys. But those journeys only accelerate when the institution

would have been intimidating without Hames’ steadfast guidance. “We’re going to practice until it’s perfect,” Hames recalled saying, during multiple meetings before the conference. Despite her unrelenting coaching, Estrada never uttered a complaint. “She was super excited to do it,” Hames said. Hames says the mentorship she provides to Estrada, as well as other students, is the foundation of a lifelong bond. She looks forward to watching the continued growth from the passenger seat. “She’s fearless

a glimpse into the lives of professionals who practice what PLU preaches. “The key is to bring in successful people and reinforce what we do,” Dickerson said. And it works. He said the players learn valuable skills and build meaningful relationships through those networking opportunities. Dickerson proudly touts the near-perfect graduation rate and post-graduate success of his former players. Despite their success after moving on from college, Dickerson says many of them stay in touch. He

title and related information; and official memo from Human Subjects Review Committee stating projects is exempt for full review. Official Copy: Retention: Other Copies: Retention: Human Subjects Research Records (Approved) Includes Human Subjects Activity Review form and attachments describing proposed research; bibliography; copy of sample informed consent form;survey instrument questionnaire; vita; official approval memo from Human Subjects Review Committee; renewal forms; and related

” with Scott Simon, “To the Best of our Knowledge,” WNYC’s “Leonard Lopate Show,” and elsewhere. Practicing has been translated into Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. From 2008-2015, he hosted “Conversations on Practice,” about the writing process and the writer’s life. Guests included Patti Smith, Jennifer Eagan, Martin Amis, Adam Gopnik, and many others. He is a graduate of the New England Conservatory-Tufts University double degree program and holds a PhD from Stanford University in German

earn a GED certificate, right before she took an entry-level job at a title company. After years of working her way through the ranks, she became a licensed limited practice officer and subsequently one of the top escrow closers in her company. Now, she’s a manager who has transformed the performance of the branch she leads. And she’s one of the smartest people I know. “I am not ashamed of it at all,” my mom recently told me. “I feel like my story could inspire someone.” Just like Winer’s dad, mine

at Trinity! 9:40AM-11:15AMMeet in Red Square to walk to Trinity Lutheran Church (across the street from Mortvedt Library) Yin Yoga w/ PLU Football Optional: Join some of the PLU Football Team to practice Yin Yoga. Modifications will be available to ensure all individuals are able to participate, including beginners.10:00AM-10:45AMAUC Upper Campus Grassy Quad (between Xavier, KHP, Admin, and Hong Hall) Hammock Hangout Optional: Looking for a chill Sunday social time with fellow new Lutes? Come

aren’t in danger, that our lives aren’t at risk,” Wallace explained at the time. “And sometimes it doesn’t matter what you do.” Wallace believes his roommate took the new-found perspective to heart. He credits it to a practice that is often taken for granted — listening. “Listening and hearing are two totally different things,” Wallace said. “Hearing, you’re talking to me.” But listening, he said, is processing that information. And doing something with it. Conscious listening often means being