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  • The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Pacific Lutheran University teaches students to understand the social and structural context of our human experience.

    Criminal justice major Raphi Crenshaw ’24 interned at Tacoma Pro Bono and plans to attend law school Read Article Systemic Racism Statement Read the Statement Why Study Sociology? Sociologists investigate the structure and development of individuals, communities, organizations and societies. Few disciplines have such broad scope and relevance. Quick Facts Sociology major Allen Tugade ’24 has been a dynamic researcher and student leader at PLU More Sociology & Criminal Justice at PLUWhether we

    Professor Laura McCloud, Chair
    Xavier Hall, Room 242 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The Wang Center is dedicated to supporting faculty, students and staff with the resources necessary to advance PLU’s distinction and vision for global education of “educating to achieve a just,

    , healthy, sustainable and peaceful world” through faculty development and grant opportunities, delivery of study away programs, on-campus programming on pressing world issues, and a commitment to best practices when engaging with education partners, both locally and globally.PLU is a globally focused university that remains committed to providing high quality study away programs as a high-impact experiential practice that enhances students’ capacity for critical thought, written and verbal expression

    Wang Center for Global and Community Engaged Education
    253-535-8752
    868 Wheeler Street Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 26, 2016)- Pacific Lutheran University has created a fun way to honor the Lutheran tradition and put those Pokémon Go skills to use in a new way (we promise we had the idea before Lutes were out looking for Pokéstops). Marty’s Reformation…

    the university’s Marketing and Communications division that’s ready to download now. It serves as a map for an on-campus treasure hunt — the gold nuggets are fun and interesting facts about Martin Luther and the Reformation movement, and the pot of gold at the end comes in the form of big prizes. Starting Oct. 3, Lutes who download Marty’s Reformation Station will receive a new location clue in the app every weekday in October. Then, the countdown begins. Hurry, because you won’t be the only one

  • PLU recently combined its Alumni Office and Career Center to create the Alumni & Student Connections office, which supports each Lute in creating their own career vision and then connects them to

    Opportunities and alumni benefits and services. Discover Lifelong LearningOpportunities Board The jobs board offers listings of jobs and internship opportunities. It is a resource for PLU students and alumni. Employers, staff and faculty are welcome to submit opportunities for students and alumni. Access the Opportunities BoardCalendar of Events Alumni & Student Connections hosts valuable events for PLU students, employers, alumni, families and friends to support lifelong learning and career development

    Alumni & Student Connections
  • The PLU Department of Geosciences prepares students for a lifetime of scientific learning, informed citizenship, and earth stewardship through critical thinking and engagement in the scientific

    . Provide students with opportunities to work with faculty in research within the local and greater scientific community. Support the continuing professional development of faculty as educators and researchers in our local community as well as in the larger scientific community. Provide students and the community with opportunities that increase awareness of the relationship between geologic processes and societal issues. Support student learning by providing high quality educational experiences about

  • The Division of Enrollment Management serves Pacific Lutheran University by attracting, enrolling, supporting, and graduating students for lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership, and care.

    data. Diversity and Inclusion – to appreciate, respect, and incorporate in our work the multiple ways of knowing and learning in order to cultivate an environment that is intellectually and culturally inclusive. High Expectations and Strong Support – to foster a culture of excellence, mutual respect, and productivity while supporting our colleagues, our students, and ourselves; to support staff empowerment through professional development opportunities. Integrity – to ensure ethical practice and

    Office of Enrollment Management
    Hauge Administration Building Tacoma, WA 98447
  • TACOMA, Wash. (Aug. 10, 2015)—Being a Lute sure does come with perks: unlimited access to lectures, free previews to PLU productions and on-campus leadership opportunities, just to name a few. Here are a few student-specific perks you may not have heard about: Music Lessons Have…

    two credits, and an instructor will get in touch. Students taking lessons must attend six concerts throughout the semester and must play for a panel of faculty members at the end of the semester.Camera Equipment For Lutes aspiring to be the next Spielberg, Instructional Technologies has the equipment you need: Just visit the Instructional Technologies counter on the first floor of the library to check out equipment such as cameras and tripods.Clubs and Involvement PLU has 70 different clubs, which

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March 3, 2016)- Dr. Darrell Jodock says Martin Luther had a different understanding of God; one that’s grounded, not predetermined. “God is up to something and invites you to participate in that work,” said Jodock, Bernhardson chair in Lutheran studies at Gustavus Adolphus…

    institutional reform, but to remain focused and persistent. He said King epitomized that approach, staying remarkably focused on the end goal of equity for all and avoiding an “us-versus-them” pitfall. Jodock is eager to meet Lutes and call them to courageously do just that – “to create justice, wholeness and peace in the world,” he said. Read Previous PLU religion professor Seth Dowland discusses his new book “Family Values and the Rise of the Christian Right” (Podcast) Read Next Lutes at the Legislature

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 27, 2016)- Hosted by the Pacific Lutheran University Department of Holocaust and Genocide Studies and featuring Holocaust researchers and historians from all over the country, the ninth annual Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education will explore “Women and the Holocaust” Oct. 17-19 at…

    studies warm to the importance of investigating and sharing the stories and experiences of women in the Holocaust. “For many decades following the end of WWII most historians were men and they talked to male survivors of the Holocaust, so most of our perceptions of what the Holocaust actually was, and what living in a concentration camp was actually like, have been from a male perspective,” Griech-Polelle explained. “This isn’t about creating a hierarchy of suffering to suggest women suffered more

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 5, 2016)- When she was 17 years old, Megan Wonderly had no idea what she wanted to be when she grew up. One afternoon, her teacher had the class look through a list of possible careers. At the top of that list…

    Dual major brings passion for archaeology to life at PLU and abroad Posted by: Marcom Web Team / February 1, 2016 Image: Megan Wonderly ’16 traveled to Ethiopia to observe Professor Neal Sobania conduct research with his partner, Raymond Silverman. February 1, 2016 By Samantha Lund '16PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 5, 2016)- When she was 17 years old, Megan Wonderly had no idea what she wanted to be when she grew up. One afternoon, her teacher had the class look through a