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Zoological Park, subsequently introduced the pair to another survey tracking nearby rhino populations. Assisting in both studies, the duo surveyed the animals from treetop platforms, and outposts on the ground, where they learned how to predict and dodge rhinos–a species that “can be very ornery,” he says. This stint lasted around six weeks. From there, the duo embarked on a series of hikes into the Nepalese mountains, each one lasting about three weeks and topping out at around 18,000 feet of elevation
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is putting human voices and human faces to the numbers. We want people to understand how families of victims are grieving, how students and parents are adjusting to remote learning, how immigrants and more vulnerable populations are faring amid an economic shutdown. We anticipate there are hours and hours of stories to tell, but anything we do will be centered on public service journalism, news you can use, and the human toll. Everyone is collectively grieving in their own way, from afar, and I
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offers a variety of RA positions to help meet the needs of certain populations of students. You can learn more about the following communities below:First Year Learning Community (Pflueger & Tingelstad)In addition to general RA duties, the First-Year RA is placed in a wing comprising first-year students and is trained to identify and understand the needs specific to that group. First-Year RAs will work closely with staff, faculty and residents alike to build a strong foundation and help to ensure a
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nursing program offered. Busy is an understatement. Inmate populations often run the gamut of health care needs: men ages 18 and beyond — some who have never seen a doctor in their lives, Larsen said — who require everything from treatment for chronic conditions and medical emergencies, to inpatient services and psychiatric care. “I get a direct, daily sense that I make a difference… what I do now is right in front of me, it’s almost immediate all the time.”“We see things there that you wouldn’t
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removing barriers and increasing access for traditionally underserved student populations. The Palmer students, he says, “are what get me out of bed every morning, and what keeps me working long days.” Eunissa Satterwhite ’19, said the financial assistance she received from the Palmer program made a difference. “But it’s also the mentor, who is with you throughout your college years, and the college readiness classes in high school,” she said. Palmer Scholars are initiated into the program as high
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invite their network to join them in supporting the project. Learn more and sign up as a Nursing Ambassador today! Learn more July 1, 2019 PLU receives $2.8 million HRSA grant A new $2.8 million federal grant from the federal Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) will help increase the number of PLU Doctor of Nursing Practice students who can serve rural and underserved populations in Washington. View Story January 5, 2020 Construction Begins! Thanks to generous donations from individuals
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construction of the facility from the Puyallup Tribe. Through the use of Ecology and Indigenous Studies, I explore the potential impacts of this facility on climate change, how climate change will subsequently affect the local salmon populations, and how the Puyallup Tribe will be impacted as a result.I would like to thank my capstone professors Adela Ramos and Dr. Rose McKenney, as well as my mentor, Professor Suzanne Crawford-O’Brien, for all of their support and guidance in the development of this
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generalist social work practice as well as a more focused exploration of work with individuals and families. Content on working with diverse populations will be integrated to assist students in developing social work practice skills using various theoretical constructs (e.g. strengths perspective, problem-solving, empowerment) and evidence-informed practices. Additional focus on assisting students in developing a professional self with an integration of social work values and ethics throughout the course
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: Loneliness from the Field of Mental Health 11:50 a.m. – 1:35 p.m. | March 7 | Chris Knutzen Hall, Anderson University Center Who: Yesenia Arellano ’13, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Cultivating Resilience CounselingBio: Yesenia’s approach is rooted in empathy, human rights, and social justice with an influence of personal experiences such as being an immigrant, bi-lingual, and a parent. Her mission is supporting culturally diverse populations with an emphasis on the Hispanic/Latin@ community, access
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$71,000 Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship grant from the National Science Foundation, the project seeks to encourage talented STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) majors to become K-12 mathematics and science teachers. There’s a national shortage of these educators, especially in schools with high-needs student populations. PLU students Jimmy Aung and Jamie EscobarLeading a science class at Four Heroes Elementary as they explore the education through a grant funded program. PLU
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