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  • The Rainier Writing Workshop has now produced a critical mass of graduates, many of whom have published books of poetry, nonfiction, and fiction.

    professional goals after their time in the program. Beginning in 2015, the RWW is offering mentorships to alumni who have completed substantial portions of a manuscript but need strategic feedback from a mentor in order to bring that work to completion. The program, of course, cannot guarantee publication for any student in the program or for any alumni writer who participates in a post-degree mentorship. But it’s undoubtedly true that the incisive help of a mentor will elevate the quality of any

  • The Marketing & Communications Design Group provides art direction and graphic design for all major university print publications and web presence.

    DesignThe Marketing & Communications Design Group provides art direction and graphic design for all major university print publications and web presence. They establish the styling standards to ensure the quality and consistency of all print and online products for the university’s visual image and corporate identity. Customer service maintains job scheduling, billing, financial records and bookkeeping for the Design Group. Contact them for questions concerning charges on any of your job

  • New dean of the School of Business named An expert in marketing, management and organizational behavior has been named dean of the School of Business. James L. Brock, 63, has had a distinguished career in higher education administration, teaching and writing. He has been the…

    to provide proven leadership to our talented business faculty and to take full advantage of our new facilities in PLU’s Morken Center for Learning and Technology,” Killen said. “The campus community looks forward to continued collaboration with Dean Brock on our current endeavor to build our values-based business program into one of the truly distinctive, top-quality programs in the West,” she said. Brock sees the position as an opportunity to “help galvanize the PLU School of Business and

  • A western region of the nation’s largest association of student life administrators in higher education has presented its President’s Award to Loren J. Anderson and its Outstanding New Professional Award to Amber Dehne Baillon. Awards signify a dedication to students By Greg Brewis A western…

    Award to Amber Dehne Baillon. At the NASPA Region V awards ceremony last month in San Diego, the group cited Anderson’s sustained commitment to advancing the quality of student life on campus by supporting student affairs and programs. Baillon was recognized for her ability to inspire and motivate students, student life colleagues and faculty. Anderson was lauded for his work in support of PLU’s student life division, the student experience outside of the classroom and student life programs and

  • PLU is again ranked as the top private university Master of Business Administration (MBA) program in Washington State and the #2 MBA program in the state. In addition, PLU is #122 Best Business Schools (tie) out of almost 500 schools ranked nationally. PLU’s MBA prepares…

    experiences that are put into action immediately,” said Mark Mulder, Dean of the PLU School of Business. “Our high ranking in U.S. News & World Report, and previous ranking from the Princeton Review, demonstrates we are successfully providing the high-quality education and global experience that industry, and our students, strongly desire.”Business education has always been a fundamental aspect of PLU. Throughout the university’s history, the business programs have upheld their quality and commitment to

  • Demonstrate critical reading and writing skills that show proficiency in analyzing the thematic and formal elements that constitute a literary text.

    knowledge of the traditional practices of the genre, as well as the innovative and most current practices in the genre. Demonstrate a commitment to the practices that produce effective creative writing, which include thoughtful drafting, engaging in research as needed, a careful revision process, receiving feedback and providing feedback to others, and refining work towards publication-ready quality.

  • What are faculty learning communities (FLCs)? Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs) are collaborative groups of educators who come together to enhance their teaching practices and foster professional

    problem-solving. The dynamic interaction within these groups not only enriches individual teaching methods but also contributes to a culture of continuous improvement across educational institutions. Ultimately, FLCs empower educators to transform their classrooms and inspire students through collaborative learning and development. What are the benefits of participating in an FLC? Participating in a Faculty Learning Community (FLC) offers numerous benefits for educators. First, it provides a

  • Undergraduate Programs One credit of direct classroom instruction = one 50-minute class period/credit/

    breadth of clinical learning. Practice early identification of students whose practice performance is at-risk or under-developed for the curricular level, addressing the practice concerns clearly, directly and appropriately; devising appropriate and safe remediation to accomplish the necessary improvements; issuing a Performance Progression Alert or other student warnings as needed; and ensuring appropriate progressions consequences for insufficient improvement or unsatisfactory performance. Follow

  • Undergraduate Programs One credit of direct classroom instruction = one 50-minute class period/credit/

    breadth of clinical learning. Practice early identification of students whose practice performance is at-risk or under-developed for the curricular level, addressing the practice concerns clearly, directly and appropriately; devising appropriate and safe remediation to accomplish the necessary improvements; issuing a Performance Progression Alert or other student warnings as needed; and ensuring appropriate progressions consequences for insufficient improvement or unsatisfactory performance. Follow

  • Even though your student may be farther away, you can still be involved in their school. Check the list below for how you might make an impact.

    area of greatest need). Contributions make a PLU education better by ensuring quality teaching with the latest resources, and access to essential scholarship dollars to meet the financial need of all students. You can join these dedicated friends of PLU with a gift of any size. For more information, call the Office of Advancement at 253-535-7177