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This conference focuses on “Black Bodies and the Justice of God” in the Lutheran tradition, in art, theology, ethics and literature.
World and Me by Ta Nehisi Coates, a book that all first-year PLU students have read for the incoming classes of 2017 and 2018. The conference features an incredible line up of leading theologians and we encourage you and your congregations or colleagues to read their works prior to the conference. Speakers include Lutheran womanist theologian and ethicist Rev. Dr. Beverly Wallace (Shaw University Divinity School), as well as nationally respected theologian and Bonhoeffer scholar Dr. Reggie Williams
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Globally, Pacific Lutheran University alumni come face to face with the international conflicts that are defining the modern era. Some by accident, others by choice.
Turkey researching food culture and migration as part of his Fulbright Fellowship. When he arrived in Greece, he saw piles of discarded boats and vests. “From some who made it and those who didn’t,” he said. Witnessing the effects of the crisis during what was supposed to be a leisurely, quick vacation was a sobering reminder of the world around him, Charles said. It gave him a deep appreciation for what refugees endure. “You have to think that if they’re willing to risk this, how bad does it have to
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PLU offers a number of direct transfer degree opportunities from community colleges, that provide automatic junior status upon enrolling at the university.
Four Years = Five Unique PLU ExperiencesEvery college experience is different. Each student takes a unique path from arrival, to sticking with it, to forging forward. We followed a small cohort of students over the course of their college careers to illustrate those different paths, and get a glimpse of their PLU Years.Meet the Students WHAT'S A PLU EDUCATION LIKE?Hear it from those who know best, our students and alumni. "At PLU, the classes are small, and you get to know your classmates and your
Office of Admission253-536-5136Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447 -
PLU offers a number of direct transfer degree opportunities from community colleges, that provide automatic junior status upon enrolling at the university.
and alumni. "At PLU, the classes are small, and you get to know your classmates and your professors, so you have access to the support you need. You will be challenged and have to work hard, but PLU prioritizes access to student wellbeing services, accommodations, but also and importantly, inclusivity, and identity." Dannie Class of '22 "PLU graduates are difference makers who engage the world in all its complexity with open minds and caring hearts. They’re engaged citizens who strive to serve the
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Computer science drives innovation throughout the US economy, but the subject remains neglected or marginalized in K-12 education. Can more be done to improve student access to this important way of thinking? Please join Alice Steinglass of Code.org on October 9, 2018 at Pacific Lutheran…
interdisciplinary minor. The program equips students to find creative solutions to pressing problems and ethical dilemmas, such as providing equitable access to high-tech instruction. Alice Steinglass, President of Code.org Speaker Biography At Code.org, Alice Steinglass manages teams that build curriculum, tools, and software to support introductory computer science classes for students from kindergarten through high school. In addition, her team partners with education and software companies across the high
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Mission: To provide military-affiliated personnel with the support and resources they need to succeed at PLU and beyond.
2020 – COVID-19 causes unprecedented changes in higher education and classes move 100% online 2021 – University establishes the Assistant Director for Military Student Support position to run the Center for Military Support, and hires Alanna Rathkopf to fulfill the duties and responsibilities assigned to that position. 2021 – University returns to on-campus activities and classes! 2022 – Center for Military Student Support expands and relocates to Anderson University Center. More history to be
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Computer science drives innovation throughout the US economy, but the subject remains neglected or marginalized in K-12 education. Can more be done to improve student access to this important way of thinking? Please join Alice Steinglass of Code.org on October 9, 2018 at Pacific Lutheran…
interdisciplinary minor. The program equips students to find creative solutions to pressing problems and ethical dilemmas, such as providing equitable access to high-tech instruction. Alice Steinglass, President of Code.org Speaker Biography At Code.org, Alice Steinglass manages teams that build curriculum, tools, and software to support introductory computer science classes for students from kindergarten through high school. In addition, her team partners with education and software companies across the high
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The mission of the Scandinavian Cultural Center at Pacific Lutheran University is to enrich understanding of Nordic and Nordic-American cultures in support of PLU’s educational mission and in
Events Full CalendarBecome a Member/Patron or Renew Membership with the Scandinavian Cultural CenterFacebookLike us on Facebook to stay up to date and see all the latest happenings at the SCC.Follow us here!Available ClassesFind out about current or future classes the SCC will be offering for students and community membersSCC ClassesLucia ScholarshipJoin us in this 72 year old PLU tradition. Please apply for the Lucia Scholarship, open to all PLU students!Application
Center Open HoursMonday: ClosedTuesday: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMWednesday: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMThursday: ClosedFriday: ClosedSaturday: ClosedSunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMOffice HoursMonday: By appointmentTuesday: By appointmentWednesday: By appointmentThursday: By appointmentFriday: By appointmentSaturday: N/ASunday: N/AScandinavian Cultural CenterAnderson University Center, Room #100 Tacoma, WA 98447 -
PLU News documents good work Lutes are doing, on and off campus, as they live and pursue lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care.
Dr. Gregory Youtz: A Front-Row Seat (Almost Literally!) to the Chinese President’s Tacoma Visit Where can a liberal arts degree in Music Composition lead you? In my case it has led to a life of travel, study, program development, tour-guiding, international relations and eventually a handshake with the President of China. Here’s the tale. TACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 29, 2015)—The… September 29, 2015 Equity, Faith, JusticeResearch & AcademicsStudent Life, Resources, Community
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Connect with PLU | Arts and find out about live events, webcasts, special projects and faculty and alumni features.
Interested in learning more about our programs? Click the button below to receive more information.Request InfoArts CalendarFind upcoming arts events on the PLU Arts Calendar. View upcoming eventsArts ScholarshipsLearn about available artistic achievement awards. Learn moreWatch Live PLU Music Concert LivestreamThe Livestream is “On-Air” for concerts performed at Pacific Lutheran University (excluding student recitals and benefit performances). The concerts are supported by Instructional
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