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Vote! Women’s Center seeks community feedback on new name Posted by: marcom / February 20, 2016 February 20, 2016 By Kari Plog '11PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 22, 2016) - Since its founding in 1990, Pacific Lutheran University’s Women’s Center has empowered women and their allies to become advocates for gender equity and social justice. After 25 years, the Women's Center will change its name to fit its expanded, mission-based work.A name says a lot. Students, faculty and

thank you in advance. 1. PLU 2020 Our “number one” initiative of the year is to continue the PLU 2020 long-range planning process. Today we launch the second year of that effort, known as “The Discussion Year.” The remainder of my address will focus on this project. THE 2020 LONG RANGE PLANNING PROCESS I begin with a bit of history. When I was elected president in 1991, the Board of Regents established long-range planning as the number one priority for the new administration. The result, just over

keep a course on track. Rather than discussing the ABC’s (and ABCD’s) of writing good objectives, I ask you to consider whether your syllabi truly describe where students should be at the end of the semester and how they will get there. I have included a link to a site with further information on writing good objectives. If you would like to schedule a time to meet to review your course objectives, call x7572 to make an appointment. Bon voyage! Originally posted 8/25/2013 in the PLU Instructional

December 1, 2009 What will you do with your one wild and precious life? PLU is a little different from most universities. You can see it everyday on campus – in the classroom, in the residence halls, on the athletic fields. PLU students have a uniquely broad idea of what it means to be successful. A lot of that has to do with our Lutheran heritage. Students are asked to wrestle with issues of value throughout their studies so that they develop the skills and sensibilities to be successful human

reopening. A status dial is to ensure that our community members can quickly and easily see which stage we’re currently in, from fully remote learning and working to full capacity with in-person operations. As public-health conditions continue to evolve over the next several months, the PLU dial will be a regular part of our guidance for learning, living, and working on campus.“I really think the PLU athletes have done an exceptional job this year to take as many precautions as possible this year to be

/lutecast. PLU Director of Forensics Justin Eckstein hopes Tacoma voters who have yet to come to a definitive conclusion regarding Initiative 1 will attend the debate at PLU. “The advocating and doubting of standpoints, publicly, offers a mechanism for a community to determine the best course of action,” says Eckstein. “Tacoma citizens are invited to come hear the best reasons for and against an issue that we’ll be voting on a few weeks later.” Eckstein, who also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor

Students revitalize PLU children’s theatre program with production of  ‘Charlotte’s Web’ Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / February 3, 2015 February 3, 2015 By Zach Powers & Mandi Brady PLU Marketing & Communications and the School of Arts and Communication Charlotte’s Web, the timeless story about the unbreakable friendship between an affable pig and a courageous spider, will be produced on stage next week at Pacific Lutheran University. The student-led production will be performed three times in

Students revitalize PLU children’s theatre program with production of  ‘Charlotte’s Web’ Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / February 3, 2015 February 3, 2015 By Zach Powers & Mandi Brady PLU Marketing & Communications and the School of Arts and Communication Charlotte’s Web, the timeless story about the unbreakable friendship between an affable pig and a courageous spider, will be produced on stage next week at Pacific Lutheran University. The student-led production will be performed three times in

, it’s all about making it feel like your own. Consider what brings you comfort in your current space and bring items that reflect your unique style. Things like cozy blankets, handy storage containers, and a few basic dishes are definitely a good idea. However, keep in mind that not everything on this list is a must-have. While a streaming device or a cool area rug can add extra flair, they’re not essential. Oh, and don’t forget to chat with your roommate about their packing plans too! It’s always

Christmas Concert history in celebration of its 125th Anniversary.As in previous years, the concerts will be performed in Portland, Seattle and at PLU. But this year, the series will culminate with a special one-night-only 125th Anniversary Gala Concert on Dec. 11. The gala concert will be headlined by New York-based Metropolitan Opera soprano and PLU alumna Angela Meade ‘01, winner of the 2012 Beverly Sills Artist Award from the Metropolitan Opera and the 2011 Richard Tucker Award. “Those who haven’t