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of academic disciplines has developed through a set of lenses through which we view the world. Through exposure to current procedures, methods, and accumulated knowledge of those disciplines, PLU welcomes students into on-going conversations about nature and the human condition. While immersed in these rigorous conversations, students are challenged to think critically, discern and formulate values, express themselves effectively and creatively, interact with others respectfully, and understand

Pacific Lutheran University Spring Commencement May 23 and May 24, 2024 Olson Gymnasium at Pacific Lutheran University This year, we’re announcing a change that realigns PLU’s Commencement with the tradition the university has had in place for over 100 years: Commencement is returning to the PLU campus. To create the sort of intimate and meaningful experience graduates are telling us they desire, and in order to accommodate the families, friends, and guests of our graduates, we’re hosting four

academic policy and providing administrative services to the academic community. A few key services we support include: class registration, grading, transfer credit evaluation, degree evaluation, enrollment reporting, and academic record maintenance. The university’s curriculum advising and program planning tool (CAPP) is also managed by the office. In addition, the office produces the PLU Catalog and class schedule. The Office of the Registrar welcomes your questions. We are available by e-mail, phone

Recap of the 2023 Christmas Concert: Light Download ProgramRecap of the 2023 Christmas Concert: LightRelive the spirit and beauty of our 2023 Christmas Concert, entitled “Light”. Recorded live in PLU’s Lagerquist Concert Hall on December 10, 2023, the concert features the Choir of the West (Brian Galante, conductor), University Chorale (Tiffany Walker, conductor), University Symphony Orchestra (Asieh Mahyar, conductor), and Organist Michael Plagerman ’15 in a variety of works celebrating hope

OpportunitiesView Website International Students: Bringing the World to PLU Through the International Student Center, PLU invites future LUTES from around the globe to join our learning community. International AdmissionView WebsiteInternational Pathway ProgramView WebsiteInternational Student ServicesView Website Locally Global PLU’s approach to global education highlights global-local connections and community at PLU and beyond, including a Global Community residence hall, the Parkland Literacy Center and the

Leading a Congregation in Anxious Times 2018 Summer Institute in Pastoral Theology June 11-13, 2018 Ten years ago, Peter Steinke published a volume entitled Congregational Leadership in Anxious Times: Being Calm and Courageous No Matter What (Alban Institute, 2006). Fast forward to 2018 and, if anything, the times have become even more anxious. Pastors and congregational leaders face multiple challenges in a very unsettled and unsettling national and international social, political, economic

diligently to connect students with mental health services as quickly as possible. Typical wait time is 5-10 days for an initial (first-time) appointment and can extend to 2-3 weeks during high-demand times. Immediate connection to a counselor is always available 24/7 via TimelyCare (formerly Lute Telehealth) or the PLU Crisis Line (253) 535-7075, and scheduled counseling can often be arranged most quickly through TimelyCare services.*Although we are not affiliated with the Couple and Family Therapy

The 2022 Wang Center Symposium has come to a close Thank you to all those who attended, as well as to everyone who helped make this event happen! Missed it?Watch a collection of recorded talks here:Presentation Playlist 10th WANG CENTER SYMPOSIUMHealing: Pathways for Restoration and RenewalMarch 9-10, 2022Virtual Event, Free Admission, Open to the PublicThis event explores the concept of healing in the broadest sense as: “Healing is an intervention, an outcome, and a process, and at times, all

Academics PLU purposefully integrates professional studies with the liberal arts for a comprehensive education to successfully prepare students for “lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care.” Admission It’s time for you to apply! Our application is always free, and you’ll have an admission decision and will know if you’ll get an academic scholarship within about a month. Administration Information and Technology Services, the Business and Payroll offices, Human Resources

Allison Sheflo '23 let curiosity be her guide and will graduate with a triple major. "I’ve grown a lot because of the opportunities and challenges PLU has given me — as an individual, as a leader, as a friend." Grayson Nottage '23 will continue her education at PLU in the CS-STEM Teacher Program. "Because my goal has always been to become a teacher, the MAE program was a great next step as it is only one year." Why Study Earth Science? Civilization exists by geological consent subject to change