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PLU officials recently announced the launch of a new data science major, which will commence this fall semester. This strategic addition responds to the escalating interest among undergraduates in coursework dedicated to data science and analytics. The highly collaborative mathematics and computer science departments will…
tackle real-world challenges. The data science program will provide students with essential analytical tools and techniques for extracting meaningful and precise insights from data. “In this era of data ubiquity, there is a high demand for graduates who major in data science,” said program director and assistant professor Jeff Caley. “Our program equips students with robust technical skills while also fostering a commitment to ethics, social responsibility, and conscientious practice.” The program’s
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Dean says travel broadens perspectives At a time with the United State is no longer the 800-pound gorilla, it’s time for future leaders graduating from college and universities to take stock of what they can offer the world, according to PLU’s new business dean. At…
. “Integrity of character is important,” he said. “And a preference for diversity, respect and technical savvy.” That’s why programs such as J-term are so important, he said. Brock served 11 years as the dean of business at Sigmund Weis School of Business at Susquehanna University in Pennsylvania. That university has a successful study abroad program where students spend a semester in London, he said. After the students returned, they were changed, he said. “They realize they can do this,” Brock laughed
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhD9U3jPRdE MediaLab returns with a new groundbreaking documentary in April By Katie Baumann ’14 The award winning MediaLab is proud to present its newest film , “Beyond Burkas and Bombers: Anti Muslim Sentiment in America,” premiering during Pacific Lutheran University’s School of Arts + Communication…
some instances, the world. “It was hearing their personal stories that made this problem so important and personal for me,” Rose said. Rose and Perry have been hard at work since the fall of 2012, putting the finishing touches on the documentary to prepare it for this spring’s premiere on April 11. “The journey of this project has been long and difficult from redirection and sleepless nights to endless technical problems, but as the final pieces are coming together it is exciting to see all our
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TACOMA, WASH. (March 5, 2018) — MediaLab, the applied research and media services program at Pacific Lutheran University, received six awards last week from the Accolade Global Film Competition of Southern California for the new documentary series “A World of Difference.” “A World of Difference,”…
Issues/Awareness Raising. In a written statement, the competition director Rick Prickett praised “A World of Difference” for both its artistry and thought-provoking content. “Our judges base their decisions on the quality, creativity and technical aspects of each piece,” Prickett said. “The award appropriately reflects the endless hours you and your team have spent to create your outstanding production!” “A World of Difference” was produced over a 14-month period on location in communities across the
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What do you get when you mix a poet, a composer, three musicians, and two editors? A fabulous collaboration between multiple School of Arts and Communication departments and faculty with South Sound poet and PLU alumna Josie Emmons Turner ! These artists came together as…
had a lot she wanted to get on paper. Inspired by her writing, PLU Professor of Music and Composer Gregory Youtz set several poems to music. And thanks to the talents of three PLU Music faculty, the poetry has a new dimension as music with lyrics. With Oksana Ezhokina behind the piano keys, vocalists Soon Cho and Cyndia Sieden sang the new melodies for Emmons Turner’s poetry. Due to the necessary physical distancing, everything was recorded individually and then edited together for one grand
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Occasionally, we are fortunate enough to find things that are more exciting than what we are searching for. This is certainly true for Dr. Jen Jenkins, Associate Professor of German in the Languages and Literature Department at Pacific Lutheran University. Dr. Jenkins spent the 2016-2017…
difficult writing style. The role of literature, Broch believed, is to expand our knowledge of reality, and not simply serve as a means to engage it. The writers that Broch held in highest esteem were Franz Kafka and James Joyce. In an effort to escape persecution by the Nazis, he fled into exile to the United States in 1938 and received fellowships to aid his writing career. While in exile, Broch worked to aid others in need of help fleeing Europe. While Broch did many respectable things, he certainly
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At PLU, students get the chance to explore the depths of the Puget Sound – for class credit. Diving for an A, at the bottom of the Puget Sound Katie Baumann ’14 A native of the land of 10,000 lakes, James Olson ’14 never imagined…
diving community. To date, Olson has taken the requisite PE 100, sailing and scuba diving during his time at PLU. With two capstones looming on the horizon, James plans to spend his fourth and final required PE credit on Relaxation Techniques, learning how to ease stress the productive way. A junior English major with an emphasis in writing and a philosophy minor, Olson keeps busy. As a guide for PLU’s Outdoor Recreation club, Olson takes every opportunity to get outside. When he isn’t writing
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by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer Have you ever attempted to drive to a new restaurant at night with only a vague idea of where it was located? Trying to reach a destination without some necessary information can invoke feelings of anxiety and frustration. Students may…
keep a course on track. Rather than discussing the ABC’s (and ABCD’s) of writing good objectives, I ask you to consider whether your syllabi truly describe where students should be at the end of the semester and how they will get there. I have included a link to a site with further information on writing good objectives. If you would like to schedule a time to meet to review your course objectives, call x7572 to make an appointment. Bon voyage! Originally posted 8/25/2013 in the PLU Instructional
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Need some good reads for your summer hammock-lounging, sunshine-soaking (wear sunscreen!), finally-you-can-read-something-fun-and-not-for-class time? Check out these books from PLU grads and talented YA authors, Marissa Meyer and Courtney Gould. Meet Marissa Meyer Marissa is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author behind The Lunar Chronicles, Heartless,…
, and Instant Karma. She’s also the author behind the graphic novel series Wires and Nerve. Marissa has a BA in Creative Writing from PLU and an MA in Publishing from Pace University. When she’s not crafting epic tales, she’s hosting The Happy Writer podcast, where she dives into all things books and writing. Dive into her world this summer and get ready to be hooked! The Lunar Chronicles Cinder “Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. A deadly plague ravages the population
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Tenacity is the hallmark of ad man’s work By Liz Anderson ’10 Brian Ford ’95 began his creative work early during his college career, designing posters for clubs and organizations through ASPLU’s agency, known as Impact. Now, as co-founder and creative director of the advertising…
superstars Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. The agency’s first project was building Kobe Bryant’s Website, kb24.com, and creating original content and films that are featured on it. Ford uses multiple formats to shoot campaign ads – even his Super-8 camera. “I fell in love with filmmaking at PLU. My friends and I would make videos and skits that led to more nuttiness,” says Ford. Ford became a copywriter in 1999 and spent the next seven years writing ads for Wieden + Kennedy, a Portland Ore., ad agency. In
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