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  • Keven Drews’ doctor told him he was out of options in his longtime fight for his life. So, he launched a crowdfunding campaign to earn $500,000 for a clinical trial at Fred Hutchinson Cancer

    options in his longtime fight for his life. Drews has faced a 14-year battle with multiple myeloma, a cancer formed in the body’s plasma cells. His last hope is a clinical trial at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, with the half-a-million price tag. “I got 14 years,” he said. “I’m hoping to get more.” Drews recently graduated from Pacific Lutheran University’s Rainier Writing Workshop, the low-residency Master of Fine Arts program in creative writing, after spending years working as a

  • PLU’s International Student Services (ISS) is committed to providing programs and services to support the academic and personal development of international students.

    Welcome to ISS!International Student Services (ISS) is committed to providing programs and services to support the academic and personal development of international students. ISS staff works closely with other university offices and student leaders to provide comprehensive services to maximize educational and personal experiences of each international student. ISS represents PLU in working with the Student and Exchange Visitor Program administered by the United States Department of Homeland

    International Student Services
    253-535-7483
    International Student Center Harstad Hall, Suite 112 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Online and in-person continuing education courses for nurses

    Center for Continued Nursing Learning Offerings Unlock your potential and embark on a journey of lifelong learning with our dynamic continuing education courses! JulyCourse informationThe Pawscribing Project: Assistance Animal Training for Providers Date: 7/13/2024 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Alicia Valentino, BSN, RN, DNP-PMHNP Contact Hours 1.5| OSPI Clock Hours 1.5 Online Course informationLunch and Learn series – Dyslipidemia: Statin’ the Facts Date: 7/13/2024 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

  • The Center for Student Success (CSS) is a campus-wide network of units dedicated to helping students succeed at PLU.

    Center for Student SuccessSummer 2024 hours:  The CSS is working virtually on Monday and Friday during Summer with varying in-person days.  Students are welcome to make appointments in-person or via zoom Monday-Friday.  Office hours are 9am-4pm. In July, the CSS will be registering incoming students and will have extremely limited availability. If you have a quick question and would like to talk with an advisor, you can live chat with us M-F 9 am to 4 pm. Academic AdvisingBuild your Degree Get

    Current Hours
    Monday: 9:00am-4:00pm
    Tuesday: 9:00am-4:00pm
    Wednesday: 9:00am-4:00pm
    Thursday: 9:00am-4:00pm
    Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm
    Center for Student Success
    Mortvedt Library 12180 Park Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98447
  • A happy accident landed Sandra Estrada ’20 in her “Global Human Rights” course. It resulted in research on child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa, which she presented at an academic symposium at

    , associate professor of history. Estrada says making that connection with a faculty member opens doors to create other connections. Sandra Estrada ’20 didn’t intend to sign up for “Global Human Rights” as her required first-year experience course. She decided to stick with it anyway. That happy accident resulted in a vocational about-face, accelerated academic growth and a valuable relationship with a beloved professor. “She’s helping me figure out what I want out of my education,” Estrada said of Gina

  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    Getting to Know the Alumni – Nicole Wassynger Nicole Wassynger, 2017 MSMR Graduate, loved her experiences working with real-world clients. She encourages current and prospective MSMR candidates to take responsibility for their education, ask questions, and network. What was your favorite project you completed while in the MSMR program? I’m probably the only… October 10, 2017 Alumni Spotlight

  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    MSMR Candidates Work With Washington Traffic Safety Control The Goal: Reduce Traffic Deaths in Washington State to Zero As a client project in this year’s Marketing Management course, the 2018 cohort is working with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). WTSC has a goal of ending traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2030. Crashes… October 9, 2017 2018 Cohort

  • U.S. Congressman Rick Larsen shares how interactions with constituents has changed him.

    lot about intentional listening.” Larsen said one thing he’s learned, especially with constituents, is the importance of staying in the moment and resisting the urge to start brainstorming solutions while he is listening. “My brain always flips into ‘OK what do we need to do about it, and how,’” he said. “That can sometimes be to my detriment because it gets in the way of my listening.” Larsen, a democrat, represents Washington’s 2nd Congressional District, which includes all of Island and San

  • Pacific Lutheran University provides information technology (IT) services in support of the university’s educational mission.

    within PLU systems. These policies are maintained and available for review at this Web site. Use of IT services is a privilege granted to PLU students, faculty, and staff for learning and working in the PLU community. All members of the PLU community are expected to comply with PLU IT policies.Responsible Use of PLU Technology and Related ResourcesComputer and network use policies.MorePolicy Questions?Contact the PLU Help DeskPhone: 253-535-7525 Email: helpdesk@plu.edu Help Desk Ticket: https

  • PLU is a place that gives you the tools to find your strengths, pursue your passions and experience the world!

    to find it in working with high school students in their college search process. Graduated from: Pacific Lutheran University Major: Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations & Advertising Minor: Religion Graduate Degree: MEd in Higher Education, Central Washington University Hillary works with students from: Peninsula School District, Tacoma private schools, Bethel, Clover Park, Eatonville, Fife, Puyallup, Steilacoom, University Place, and Franklin Pierce school districts. She also works