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  • TACOMA, WASH. (Oct. 26, 2016)- Roche Harbor, Washington, sits on the northwest side of San Juan Island at the edge of the Canadian border. For one week over the summer, Roche Harbor served as a site of discovery for a handful of Lutes interested in…

    employed a variety of field methods to uncover artifacts and information about the site and its inhabitants.PLU AnthropologyLearn more about the university's anthropology department. Digging shovel probes revealed a number of buried objects. Participants discovered an abundance of shoes on the property, presumably left by a family of residents from the early 1900s. One student, Taylor says, dedicated her time to researching the shoes in particular. “It was really neat to see the old shoes that were

  • The PLU Computer Science department has small class sizes, dedicated and caring faculty, great facilities, and an excellent curriculum.

    writing code for software simulations of proteins, creating the next big video game, or developing a social application that connects people in new ways.  The possibilities seem limitless. Software is a fundamental part of modern life.  Most of what we do runs on software, and the world needs quality people to create that software.  At PLU, we strive to educate our students to be responsible citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and to value life-long learning.  Employers value our

    Department of Computer Science
    253-535-8700
    Morken Center Room 252 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • TACOMA, WASH. (July 19, 2016)- Jen Cohen ’94 is all smiles. But the University of Washington athletic director, appointed to the position May 24, smiles the biggest while talking to, and about, student athletes. “We feel like our students are students first,” said Cohen, who…

    process and not to worry about the team living up to the hype. That attitude aligns with Cohen’s idea that athletes aren’t just there to play sports. It’s an approach that echoes the philosophy of PLU and Division III athletics. Cohen said she loves the Division III mentality; a comprehensive commitment to success of the student athlete as a whole. “It’s what I believe in here,” she said. She’s close to the students living out that mission, too. Following two big bear hugs outside the weight training

  • This non-academic division of the university facilitates community, extends learning beyond the classroom, and enhances the quality of campus life.

    Welcome to Hospitality Services and Campus Restaurants where it is our purpose and sincere pleasure to serve the Pacific Lutheran University community and its visitors. The entire division supports the PLU mission by providing various essential support services to the campus community. This is a non-academic division of the university that facilitates the creation of community, extends learning beyond the classroom and enhances the quality of campus life. We are comprised of multiple internal

    Current Hours
    Monday: 7:00am–5:00pm
    Tuesday: 7:00am–5:00pm
    Wednesday: 7:00am–5:00pm
    Thursday: 7:00am–5:00pm
    Friday: 7:00am–5:00pm
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: Closed
    Hospitality Services
    253-536-5076
    Anderson University Center Suite 280 Tacoma, WA 98447
    Campus Restaurants
    Anderson University Center Suite 280 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • The Language Resource Center is a multimedia center located in Hong International Hall, designed to serve as a virtual and physical hub of international studies across the campus of Pacific Lutheran

    Language Resource CenterThe Language Resource Center is a center for all students located in Kreidler Hall as part of the Global Community, designed to serve as a virtual and physical hub of international studies across the campus of Pacific Lutheran University. Our mission: To provide a welcoming environment and learning resources that facilitate and promote the research and study of the world’s languages and cultures. We have student tutors (free!) through Knack available for appointments

    Language Resource Center
    Language Resource Center Kriedler Hall Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Director at PLU. Prior to PLU, she was a journalist for more than 20 years, winning numerous regional, state and national awards. She lives in Kent, Wash., with her husband, three cats and whatever stray decides to adopt them. She enjoys horseback riding, scuba and ignoring housework and has The Walking Dead recorded through 2015. Previous Post The Modern-Day Harstad Adventurers Next Post Summer Research Program More Story The Modern-Day Harstad Adventurers The Hikers Other Adventurers Chris Ann Meno

  • TACOMA, WASH. (June 28, 2016)- There were lots of tears as band members from Tamana Girls High School in Japan said farewell to their new friends from Graham-Kapowsin High School, located about 13 miles southeast of Pacific Lutheran University. Miho Takekawa, percussion instructor at PLU…

    .” Takekawa acknowledged that some of the students, this early in life, may not recognize the larger life lessons they take away from the exchange program. But the experiences build an important foundation for cross-cultural understanding as they continue to mature. “We’re dropping seeds right now,” she said. “Music is just a tool.” Read Previous First class of 253 PLU Bound Scholarship recipients passionate about community, music, nursing, education and more Read Next Friends of 88.5 FM and Pacific

  • This site provides resources to support the professional development and growth of all faculty in their roles of teaching, scholarship, service, and leadership.

    Faculty ResourcesThis site provides resources to support the professional development and growth of all faculty in their roles of teaching, scholarship, service, and leadership. You will find a mission-centered, scaffolded, and comprehensive matrix of resources and activities designed to sustain and enrich faculty across all stages of a career. The intent is to provide opportunities to increase the vitality of faculty, cultivate relationships and partnerships across campus, and allow for

    Office of the Provost
    253-536-5103
    Hauge Administration Building Rooms 103
  • PLU’s unique, one-of-a-kind program offers incoming students a chance to learn more about themselves and improve their academic skills as they enter the university system.

    WelcomePLU’s unique, one-of-a-kind program offers incoming students a chance to learn more about themselves and improve their academic skills as they join our university community. FYEP is the cornerstone of a PLU education. Whether you are looking for sample first-year program courses, needing a question answered, or trying to understand the basics, this page has everything for you! Please use the menu bar to the left to navigate our site. Our Mission Statement The First Year Experience

    First-Year Experience Program
    First-Year Experience Program Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • PLU Guitar Orchestra and Ensemble is open to guitarists and lutenists of various levels. Guitar Orchestra is open to anyone with basic guitar and music reading skills.

    ensembles. Guitar Ensemble is also open to other instrumentalists and singers who are interested in working with guitarists/lutenists. In addition, there are regular performances of early and baroque music at PLU (including baroque opera), which lutenists are especially encouraged to participate in.Quick Links Elizabeth C.D. Brown's websiteSee upcoming guitar events here

    Guitar & Lute Program
    Mary Baker Russell Music Center, Room 206 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003