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allows.What did you learn about yourself through this process? I learned a lot about the process involved in writing a book and the business side of things. What you are doing now? At the moment, I’m teaching Spanish fulltime at University Prep in Seattle, working as an adjunct instructor at Seattle Central College, and serving as a Spanish tutor at North Seattle College. I’m also enrolled in a graduate certificate program in public administration at Seattle University. What goal is next on your list? The

lecture for first-year students and a symposium through the Wang Center. Published in 2015, the awards won by the author for Between the World and Me include the 2015 National Book Award for Nonfiction and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work. It was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for General Non-Fiction. The committee would like to continue to highlight the following themes in Between the World and Me: 1. Constructions of race: the social, political, economic and cultural

You Ask. We Answer. What are my opportunities in the Music Program? Posted by: mhines / April 26, 2024 April 26, 2024 Music at PLU boasts one of the largest arrays of majors and minors, yet participation isn't limited to those studying music!Did you know the music faculty are also active performers and composers in professional capacities? How do you balance being involved in multiple music ensembles alongside classes? In this session, hear from Dr. Brian Galante, Chair of Music, who talks

. Whalen has been very active at PLU, finding opportunities to learn more about the justice system. She recently served as the president of Scales of Justitia. Whalen and club members hosted a couple of events, including a virtual law school panel with representatives from the University of Oregon, University of Washington, Lewis & Clark College, Willamette University, Gonzaga University and Seattle University.PLU Launches Pre-Law MinorPLU will offer a pre-law minor in Fall 2022. The university has

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 the recipients of the K.T. Tang Faculty Excellence Award in Research.The university sponsors the Faculty Excellence Awards to recognize outstanding accomplishments of the faculty in five areas of faculty work: teaching, advising, mentoring

his keynote presentation, titled “Facing Uncomfortable Truths,” Dr. Richard Lapchick, renowned human rights activist and pioneer for racial equality, will delve into his lived experience as a social justice advocate within sport settings. Lapchick will reflect on the past and shed light on the future of social justice work. He will impart insights on how students and the community can actively contribute to the ongoing fight for equity, inclusion, and improved access to sports. Lapchick, widely

systemic issues and about marginalized communities really fulfilled something that I felt I was missing,” Kop said. “I could have minored in math or any science, but I also felt that I had an obligation to learn more about myself and other people.” Julian Kop ’24 and Jessica Ordaz ’24 in the observatory lab with Professor Sean O’Neill. Kop will graduate this May, at 19 years old, with a bachelor of science in physics and a minor in Latino Studies. He’s planning to attend graduate school in astrophysics

Finding a special place at PLU Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / April 21, 2010 April 21, 2010 By David Robbins It all started so simply, yet signs were there. In the spring and summer of 1969, I was looking for my first college teaching job as I completed my graduate music degree at the University of Michigan. Like so many seeking their first real job, I had cast a wide net, applying for any and all positions that vaguely aligned with my interests, training and abilities. One such position was at a

advances in health and medicine, 4(6), 44–50. https://doi.org/10.7453/gahmj.2015.056 Panelists: Eamonn Baker Video interview with Eamon Baker who gives an account of his experience on Bloody Sunday (January 30, 1972); the impact this had on his time at Queen’s University, Belfast; and his experience working with young people on the issue of community relations. Elena Calderón UndocuJoy blog by Elena Calderón, “a former undocumented girl experiencing joy.” Maureen Hetherington Video of speech by Maureen

utilizing her PLUS year to graduate in 2024, she has every intention of staying here to continue to work and to support the local community.  Read Previous Newberry Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly to speak at Jolita Hylland Benson Education Lecture Read Next PLU announces new mathematics major, engineering minor 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 PLU Director of