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break the instant-gratification loop that continuously checking for new notifications brings by making students aware of how much time they’re spending on their phone and helping them focus on tasks. Does it work? Yes, Mbugua says, because it’s already made a noticeable difference with his own phone habits. “I take time to respond back to people on texts, like maybe a couple hours,” he said. “I would say I use my phone a good amount on the daily, but now I can go without it. I’ve been able to go a

Chemistry Positions at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard Posted by: nicolacs / February 6, 2019 February 6, 2019 The Chemistry and Metallurgy Laboratory Division at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton has several entry-level chemist positions available to recent  program graduates. The Lab Director, Dr. Matt Baehr, had this to say about the opportunity: “My laboratory team is comprised of 39 enthusiastic and dedicated professionals who support the US Navy and its essential mission by providing

PLU,” Bridgewater said. “I am excited to reflect and reminisce with my peers.” Bridgewater, who is joining the Peace Corps and traveling to Guinea in July, is one of several speakers scheduled to address the crowd at the Tacoma Dome at 2:30 p.m. Saturday. She will join Freeman Hrabowski III, the keynote speaker and longtime president of University of Maryland, Baltimore County (yes, that UMBC).  Haley Bridgewater '18 (left) is pictured along with Margaret Chell '18 and Madeline Wentz '18

May 22, 2008 Barr reflects on her PLU education, work overseas Career diplomat Joyce Barr ’76 spoke to the Class of 2008 and their families during Spring Commencement on May 25 at the Tacoma Dome. The following is the text of her speech: Chair Gomulkiewicz, President Anderson, Provost Killen, Graduates, Families and Friends. Introduction Good afternoon everyone! It is an honor and a privilege to share this special occasion with you today. When Dr. Anderson asked me to be PLU’s commencement

Partnering with Parkland Posted by: Marcom Web Team / April 3, 2018 April 3, 2018 By Thomas Kyle-MilwardPLU Marketing & CommunicationsMention Parkland, and Washingtonians tend to conjure up a slew of stereotypes and misconceptions. But to Antonio Sablan ’18 and other Pacific Lutheran University students who grew up in and around Pierce County, the area represents something much greater: home. “Parkland is resourceful. Parkland’s gritty, it’s dirty, it’s messy. But the people who live here

March 19, 2009 Attaway Lutes: Peer Tutors On any given weekday afternoon you will find James Crosetto and Lexie Miller engrossed in athletic endeavors. Look for Crosetto on the tennis courts hitting reaction volleys or working up a sweat while playing a challenge match against a men’s tennis teammate. Nearby, Lexie Miller puts in countless practice laps, aimed at preparing her for the track and field season and her specialty, the 3000-meter steeplechase. For Crosetto and Miller, participating

A Flutist’s Unplanned Path to Success Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / August 21, 2014 Image: Internationally renowned flutist Jodie Rottle ’10 advises undergraduates without a clear plan to pause, make slow progress and explore as many new possibilities as they can. (Photo courtesy Jodie Rottle) August 21, 2014 Jodie Rottle ’10 Finds Fame Even Without a Direct Roadmap By Shunying Wang ’15 and Sandy Deneau Dunham, PLU Marketing & Communications As far as Jodie Rottle ’10 can recall, she started to

April 22, 2010 New Holocaust Studies Chair announced at Pacific Lutheran University By Steve Hansen When the third annual Powell and Heller Holocaust Conference wrapped up its last session on March 20, organizers viewed the three-day event as nothing short of a success, especially with the announcement of a new chair at PLU. The conference was also a time to celebrate important milestones that will ensure the Holocaust will be studied at PLU for years to come. New gifts in support of the Kurt

August 6, 2014 A Flutist’s Unplanned Path to Success Internationally renowned flutist Jodie Rottle ’10 advises undergraduates without a clear plan to pause, make slow progress and explore as many new possibilities as they can. (Photo courtesy Jodie Rottle) Jodie Rottle ’10 Finds Fame Even Without a Direct Roadmap By Shunying Wang ’15 and Sandy Deneau Dunham PLU Marketing & Communications As far as Jodie Rottle ’10 can recall, she started to play the flute because her sister randomly suggested

A PLU Economics Degree: The First Step For Many World-Changing Lutes Posted by: Zach Powers / June 18, 2015 Image: PLU Economics Professors Martin Wurm (right) and Neal Johnson (left) deliver an economic forecast to the Tacoma/Pierce County Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) June 18, 2015 By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (June 18, 2015)- PLU Economics students past and present have selected their major with a seemingly endless list of vocational