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  • Dr. Amy Young, professor of communication, explains at this year’s TEDxTacoma What comes to mind when you think of the word “intellectual”? If you type “intellectuals are” into Google, the top three responses are “stupid,” “useless,” and “annoying.” Dr. Amy Young, professor of communication, argues…

    , Entertainment, and Design) phenomenon comes to the South Sound with TEDxTacoma, where live speakers and interdisciplinary presentations inspire deep discussion and new connections in our community. This year’s theme is “Did you know…” Tickets are $39 and $79, which includes a post-show reception. Learn MoreAbout Amy YoungDr. Anna Marjorie “Amy” Young is originally from Bellevue, Washington where she graduated from Bellevue High School.  She attended Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, earning a

  • MediaLab, the applied research and media services program at Pacific Lutheran University (PLU), received a total of six awards on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016, from the Accolade Global Film Competition of Southern California for the new documentary “Changing Currents: Protecting North America’s Rivers.” “Changing Currents,”…

    has won more than 40 international, national and regional awards for its work in filmmaking, video production, graphic design, motion graphics and community engagement. Lavelle, who shot still photos and helped brand “Changing Currents,” said that while she and her colleagues are gratified by the recognitions, the production’s primary goal was always to educate and inform viewers. “The film aims to raise awareness about ecological issues that face our waterways,” Lavelle said. “We can all help

  • If you’re a fan of romantic comedies and a good tune, She Loves Me is just the thing for you. Pacific Lutheran University’s spring musical opens Friday, May 13 in Eastvold Auditorium in the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The musical, set…

    Campus Concierge in the Anderson University Center or call 253-535-7411 to purchase with cash, credit, or debit. Tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the event for cash only. Tickets are $8 General Admission, $5 Senior Citizen and Alumni, $3 PLU Community, any student ID, and 18 and under. Read Previous Dancers learn new moves under guest choreographers Read Next Musical genius hits PLU Theatre in Amadeus LATEST POSTS Theatre Professor Amanda Sweger Finds Family in the Theatre February

  • On Friday, March 6, PLU’s Regency Voices ensemble presents two musical realizations from Debussy and Sullivan of the iconic story of the Prodigal Son as part of the 2015 SOAC Focus series on perspective. The concert in Lagerquist Concert Hall, features Janeanne Houston, soprano,  James…

    , and I am thrilled they are involved,” Brown says. “The finale, in particular is really stunning. Paul Tegels gets to really open up the organ and the students join with faculty voices for a rousing ending to the concert.” Purchase tickets through the PLU Campus Box Office at the Concierge desk in the Anderson University Center and on the phone at 253-535-7411. Tickets are $8 General Admission, $5 Senior Citizens (55+) and PLU Alumni, and Free for PLU community, students, and 18 and under.To learn

  • Since 1985, educational institutions across the nation have recognized March as Music in our Schools Month , and to celebrate, the 56th Army Band from 1 Corps at Joint Base Lewis-McChord will join Pacific Lutheran University’s Wind Ensemble concert in Lagerquist Concert Hall, on Sunday, March…

    . In appreciation of community, partnership, and music, the event is free and open to the public. “We play at special events and with other bands and schools all the time, but this will be the first time ever holding a joint concert with PLU,” said Sgt. 1st. Class Patricia Conyers, 56th Army Band operations manager. “Part of our job is connecting people to their military through music.” Concert attendees will enjoy a performance of Hymn To The Fallen from Saving Private Ryan by John Williams

  • Vienna, Salzburg, Leipzig, Berlin and Prague are cities rich with musical history and tradition. Vienna is often called the “Capital of Classical Music.” This one small area was the central location for many of the finest musicians of the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.…

    trips because the world is larger than our Lute community. He believes it is important to encounter people and opinions that differ from ours, especially for young adults who are still developing their worldview. You never know what kind of street food you will fall in love with! One of Dr. Powell’s funny study away stories involves a time that he and his students were locked in a municipal building in Leipzig after hours. The doors auto locked and all of a sudden, they were completely alone. After

  • Pacific Lutheran University’s own Cassio Vianna , Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Studies , has been awarded a grant from the City of Tacoma. This grant, part of the Tacoma Artists Initiative Program (TAIP) , encourages artistic engagement in the city by…

    throughout this concert.  Vianna is especially pleased to perform this composition in east Tacoma. He is a member of this community and is very glad to share his work with the region as well as gaining more opportunities to connect with other artists in the area.  Invisible Garden: Four Pieces for Woodwind Quintet & Jazz Trio will be performed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 4th at 2:00 pm. Admission is free. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 140 E 56th St. Tacoma, WA 98404 Read Previous

  • The K.T. Tang Faculty Excellence Award in Research recognizes up to two faculty scholars who have made significant contributions to their disciplines through disseminating research findings related to the discovery, integration, or application of knowledge. Chair of the Physics Department Bret Underwood was one of…

    scholarships support them in their pursuit to make the world better than how they found it June 24, 2024 The Passing of Bryan Dorner June 4, 2024 Student athlete Vinny D’Onofrio ’24 excelled in biology and chemistry at PLU June 4, 2024 Ash Bechtel ’24 combines science and social work for holistic view of patient care; aims to serve Hispanic community May 22, 2024

  • Renowned poet to speak on Earth Day Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver is slated to celebrated Earth Day 2008 with a presentation in Lagerquist Concert Hall. Oliver is renowned for her evocative and precise imagery, which brings nature into clear focus and transforms the everyday…

    , co-sponsored by the ambassadors. During the excursion, Claire Todd, visiting assistant environmental studies and geosciences professor, and Brian Naasz, assistant chemistry professor, discussed the impact of climate change on the Olympic Peninsula. The week continued with the grand opening celebration of the PLU Community Garden on Sunday. Monday, Earth Week activities include Pierce Transit representative Lind Simonson speaking at a bus awareness event; “Second-hand Clothes Day,” where students

  • The finish line The call came from Japan as Masahide Nishimura was finishing up his degree in Chinese Studies at Pacific Lutheran University a decade ago. His grandfather, Jisaburo Nishimura, 92, had had a stroke. Masahide felt he needed to come home and support his…

    told me that now that I was president, I had more control over my time,” he said. So Nishimura finished up his presentation last Wednesday. Next fall, he will wrap up one last class in Japan, and then the degree will be completed. Read Previous What to do with a whale skeleton? Read Next Faith in community 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 Caitlyn Babcock ’25