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was at the same caucus, but at still only 17 years of age, was unable to participate. I remember wistfully observing my fellow Republicans making their own individual contributions to American democracy, and I could not wait until the time came when I’d get the same opportunity. Saturday was that opportunity. At the caucus, each precinct within the district had its own table. Within these precinct groups, we signed in, listed our preference of one of the Republican presidential candidates, filled

trade goodies were available. All fair trade products were 10 percent off the listed price. Valdez said the discount didn’t cut into the producers’ margins. Other events included a Fair Trade Tea featuring samples of several varieties available in the store; a children’s story time that included a fair trade lesson and gift; and a live performance of world music. At the most basic level, fair trade refers to workers being paid a fair wage, Valdez said. Giguere quickly noted a “fair wage” is relative

your high-end digital SLR and send it to SIL. This is not a partisan effort or a group supporting any one issue. This is a crucial election year and it’s time again for the PLU community to make it clear that they have a say in the process. Email your “I Will Vote” photo along with your name and ZIP code where you are registered to vote to clubs@plu.edu. You can do this from your cell phone too. Yes, there are a few guidelines: Only submit a picture if you’re actually able to vote. That means, if

always been fascinated with reality shows,” she said. “But when you’re a reporter there’s a conflict of interest.” So she put that dream on hold for awhile to focus on other projects. Then she moved on from reporting and found herself a slot as a contestant on the Fox Reality Channel’s Solitary 3.0. “I now have time and there’s no conflict of interest,” Francisco said. The show is a grueling combination of physical and emotional challenges. Contestants are isolated in a room and given different

home to and from her events at Issaquah High School, there isn’t much time for hobbies – like flying or cycling, another activity he enjoys. But he’s never lost that wonder of that young boy looking up at the planes. He’d like to get back to flying again. “I know it sounds corny, but there’s really nothing like it,” he said. Read Previous The finish line Read Next MediaLab wins Emmy COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or

Arntson and Carol Quigg. The class had raised almost $70,000. Berntsen described Forness as a cautious, quiet professor type who took great care of himself after having a heart problem in early 2008. By the time of the reunion, his classmates noticed that he seemed to look healthier than he did when he was a student. Then everything changed. In mid- February Forness had a heart attack. It was severe enough that his heart could not be completely repaired. Then, in quick succession he had a stroke

the lives of students,” Buley said. In his free time in Venezuela, he hopes to pursue work with a community-based organization that provides educational opportunities to low-income communities. “Within my formal Fulbright assignment and in my volunteer pursuit I look forward to continuing to refine my leadership skills and to achieving ambitious and measurable results with students,” Buley said. Nicolette Paso – Research in Germany Paso will be moving to Leipzig, Germany to complete her Fulbright

endowment. Contributions can be made outright or through planned giving vehicles, such as a bequest provision, trust, gift annuity or gift of life insurance. To learn more about investment options and ensuring the legacy of PLU, please contact the Office of Development at 253-535-7177 or visit www.plu.edu/advancement/ and click on “Make a Gift.” Read Previous Brues put ‘exclamation point’ on their time at PLU Read Next Textbook comparison program COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments

the British pop group. Gjeilo describes Meridian as influenced by pop music, while The Sphere is more cinematic. It just goes to show that music for wind instruments didn’t die centuries ago, Powell said. “There’s a sense of awe that happens when you sight read a new piece,” he said. “It’s the first time human ears have heard it.” Read Previous Making the community safer Read Next The impact of eating COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad

at some of baseball’s best ballparks, Cheney Stadium is poised to become the crown jewel of the Northwest for all fans to enjoy.” While PLU Night at the Rainiers is an annual program, it has never been programmed or publicized to this extent. Rich Hines, director of annual giving for the Office of Development attended the game for the first time last summer. He signed up to participate in the salmon toss competition with Andrew Eisentrout ’07. When asked about his experience Hines recounted, “We