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  • 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

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 29, 2016)- Garrett Wade bounced from desk to desk in a crowded classroom one recent Thursday morning, guiding his students through the online program they were learning at Sylvester Middle School in Burien. “Mr. Wade! Mr. Wade! I need your help,” a…

    PLU awarded total of nearly $590,000 in state grant money for intensive, alternative route for teacher certification Posted by: Kari Plog / February 25, 2016 Image: Garrett Wade works in a classroom at Sylvester Middle School in Burien on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016. (Photo: Kari Plog/PLU) February 25, 2016 By Kari Plog '11PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 29, 2016)- Garrett Wade bounced from desk to desk in a crowded classroom one recent Thursday morning, guiding his students

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March 24, 2016)- Natalie McCarthy ’09 lost her vision when she was a child, but that hasn’t stopped her from showing up. And she’s continued to show up all the way to the world stage. McCarthy spent the evening and afternoon of March…

    Elite rower, PLU alumna continues showing up, competing on world stage with goal of achieving Paralympics gold Posted by: Kari Plog / March 24, 2016 Image: Natalie McCarthy ’09, a former student athlete and varsity crew team member who now trains as an elite rower, was a bronze medalist in the 2013 World Championship in Chungju, South Korea. (Photo by Robert Carrasco) March 24, 2016 By Kari Plog '11PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (March 24, 2016)- Natalie McCarthy ’09 lost her

  • PLU’s Chinese Studies Program is an interdisciplinary program which is designed to provide students interested in China a broad foundation in Chinese language, culture, and history, and an

    history, and an opportunity to focus on the religious-philosophical world view and the economic structure of China.Study AwayStudy Abroad in Chengdu, ChinaQuick Links My Academic Pathway Course Selections Professor Hammerstrom's Chinese Buddhism DatabaseStudent/Faculty ActivitiesFind out what's going on with Chinese Studies Students and Faculty.MoreCareer OpportunitiesDiscover career opportunities for Chinese Studies graduates.MoreWang Center for Global and Community Engaged EducationLearn more about

    The PLU Chinese Studies Program
    253-536-5132
    Administration Building, Room 220F Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • PLU is home to an academic minor in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, an endowed chair in Holocaust history, an annual conference on Holocaust education, summer research fellowships for students

    Uncomfortable Truths: Introduction to Holocaust and Genocide Studies class examines the past to change the future More Asking Historic Questions: Beth Griech-Polelle, PLU Kurt Mayer Chair of Holocaust Studies More Holocaust and Genocide Studies Programs at PLUThe Holocaust, other genocides, and mass crimes against humanity are phenomena that command serious study and civic engagement. PLU is home to an academic minor in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, an endowed chair in Holocaust history, an

    Holocaust and Genocide Studies Programs
    Admin 222E Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Administrative Services includes six departments. The Associate Vice President for Finance oversees the Business Office and the Payroll Office.

    Administrative Services Administrative Services includes six departments. The Associate Vice Preside

    Division of Administrative Services
    253-536-5047
    Hauge Administration 124 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Our mission is to serve the campus community, promote and sustain a safe environment and effectively respond to campus incidents. Personal safety starts with the individual.

    Welcome to Campus Safety Our Mission The mission of Pacific Lutheran University office of Campus Safety is to promote and sustain the safety of the academic environment by maintaining a peaceful and orderly community and in protecting and assisting its students, faculty, staff and guests. Campus Safety is committed towards safeguarding people, property and resources while participating in the educational process. This mission is attained through a cooperative approach by all members of the

    Department of Campus Safety
    Martin J. Neeb Center -1st Floor Tacoma, WA 98447
    Campus Safety Emergency Line
  • The PLU Computer Science department has small class sizes, dedicated and caring faculty, great facilities, and an excellent curriculum.

    writing code for software simulations of proteins, creating the next big video game, or developing a social application that connects people in new ways.  The possibilities seem limitless. Software is a fundamental part of modern life.  Most of what we do runs on software, and the world needs quality people to create that software.  At PLU, we strive to educate our students to be responsible citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and to value life-long learning.  Employers value our

    Department of Computer Science
    253-535-8700
    Morken Center Room 252 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Starting June 1, the Business Office staff co-located with Student Financial Services in the Hauge Administration Building to better serve our students and staff by providing a one-stop shop for all

    Office of Financial ServicesStarting June 1st, the Business Office staff co-located with Student Financial Services in the Hauge Administration Building to better serve our students and staff by providing a one-stop shop for all financial needs, assisting in streamlining processes, improving communication, and reducing barriers to collaboration. This move is not a merger but rather a joint venture between divisions; it is formally called the Office of Financial Services.StudentsAre you a PLU

    Office of Financial Services
    253-535-8406
    Hauge Adm Bldg, Rm 102 Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447
  • We are a team of HR professionals, who promote an exceptional work environment for the PLU community, in order to provide a premier educational experience.

    Welcome to Human Resources HR Mission Statement: We are a team of HR professionals, who promote an exceptional work environment for the PLU community, in order to provide a premier educational experience. Quick Links Title IX Resources Environmental Health & Safety Archbright Faculty & Staff: Suggest a Future Lute Employee Referral Bonus Lute FASSNOnline Job Postings - Are They Legitimate? In light of recent employment scams, please be aware: All legitimate PLU job postings are listed on PLU’s

    Department of Human Resources
    253-535-8431
    Hauge Administration: Suite #110 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003