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list of best regional universities in the West. PLU was one of only three Pacific Northwest universities ranked in the top 15 of the highly competitive category that includes universities from as far away as Texas. “PLU is dedicated to providing a transformative, purposeful and interdisciplinary education that creates a strong foundation from which our graduates are prepared to be lifelong learners and can build successful and meaningful careers,” said President Allan Belton. “We are proud of our

, destress from all the intensity of studying and work and life.” Over their years at PLU, Rebecca found many communities on campus that supported their growth. They were a member of the Biology Club, a Rieke Scholar, an Alger Scholarship Intern, part of Concert Band, part of University Congregation, a member of PACE (Peer Advocacy and Community Education), and the manager of the Community Garden during its inaugural year with the Diversity Center. They graduated in May of 2019 with a Bachelor of Science

events and programming and find themselves attending college success courses with the other students in their cohort style learning community! Guest Blogger: Jordan Pike, Senior Assistant Director of Transfer Admission Read Previous Special Education Major Gavin Knapp ’23 Discovers the Beauty of Returning to His Childhood School District Read Next What’s in our room? With Jess Mason ’24 LATEST POSTS Summer Reading Recommendations July 11, 2024 Stuart Gavidia ’24 majored in computer science while

June 12, 2013 It is not too late to decide where you will study away this January Tibet 2012, submitted by Evan Koepfler It may be summer, but it is never too late to start thinking about January Term 2014 – particularly, where you want to study away. The Wang Center for Global Education has extended its deadlines to make it easier to apply. Of the 25 dynamic faculty-led study-away programs offered this January, more than 15 international programs – including those in Antarctica and Argentina

The News Tribune continues support of MediaLab Posted by: Todd / October 19, 2012 October 19, 2012 This September, The News Tribune committed to a generous pledge to MediaLab, allowing them to continue to grow both at PLU and within the community. It is the News Tribune’s intent to continue the partnership with MediaLab for the next three years, through the 2014-2015 academic year. MediaLab’s relationship with the News Tribune began six years ago, when the News Tribune became the first major

Education Career Fair Brings Major Employers to Campus—and Results in Immediate Jobs Read Next Lute’s Company Leads the Way on New Panama Canal Project 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 College of Liberal Studies welcomes Dean Stephanie Johnson July 24, 2024 Three students share how scholarships support them in their pursuit to make the world better than how

kinesiology professor in 1998 and was appointed dean of the School of Education & Kinesiology in 2018. In her new role, she’ll establish PLU’s new Office of Institutional Effectiveness, which will report directly to the Office of the President and work closely with all divisions of the university. McConnell knows her new charge will require some grit, as well as a willingness to innovate. “There are areas where we can be creative and innovative in a traditional sense, particularly in relation to how we

emphasis on the training of women and underrepresented minorities, and have received major awards in recognition of our mentoring, advising, and science education efforts (Nature Award for Mentoring, Presidential Award for STEM Mentoring, ACS Award for Encouraging Disadvantaged Students). Our faculty believe firmly that we are here not simply to provide research advice but to also provide advising and mentorship. Above all else, we love to hear from interested prospective graduate students! Detailed

-related questions. A bike parade will ride through campus along the Lute Loop route. That evening, PLU alum Drew Romberg from Old Town Bicycle will host a workshop about how to purchase, properly ride and maintain a bicycle. For more information, contact grean@plu.edu or toddce@plu.edu. Read Previous Education students teach internationally Read Next Relay for Life returns to PLU track COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or

take a J-Term. Some majors require you to take all of your J-Terms (such as Nursing or Music Education). Other students may decide to take all of their J-Terms because it might mean that they can take a lighter load of credits in fall or spring term. Whether you decide to stay in Parkland or travel abroad, take your J-Term or take a break, we hope that you stay warm and enjoy what January has to offer! Guest Blogger: Mary Gerhardstein, Admission Counselor Read Previous What’s in our room? Take a