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Office of Institutional EffectivenessThe Office of Institutional Effectiveness supports the University’s efforts toward mission fulfillment through the coordination and management of strategic planning and progress; institutional accreditation and improvement; and data integration and institutional research.Strategic Planning and ProgressThe University’s Strategic Plan provides guidance for decisions – both long term and day to day – that seek to carry out the mission, vision and values of the

Learning Is ForEver (LIFE)The Learning is ForEver program shut down during COVID and has not resumed. Please see our Lectures page for opportunities to engage in Life Long Learning events. Our lectures offer unique educational experiences to enrich and enhance the lives of its participants. Learning is a lifelong pursuit that opens minds and enriches lives. Sharing new ideas, challenges and experiences is rewarding in every season of life. Participants come from every walk of life, to learn

WelcomeThe Choir of the West is the premier choral ensemble at Pacific Lutheran University, located in Tacoma, Washington. Founded in 1926, the choir was the third Lutheran college choir to tour extensively throughout the United States. Choir of the West has toured Europe, Scandinavia, Japan and China, and has performed at several state, division and national conferences of the National Association for Music Education and the American Choral Directors Association. Most recently the choir has

PLU Multimedia RecordingsPLU Multimedia Recordings had its genesis in 1984 when Martin Neeb, Executive Director of University Communications; Bob Holden, Director of Audio Services; Jeffrey Bruton, Assistant Director of Audio Services, and Richard Sparks, Director of Choral Activities, had an idea. Great music, like that performed by the PLU ensembles and solo artist, deserved to be shared with our constituents and the world. Our first recording was J.S. Bach and the Chorale, released on vinyl

Conduct, the Sexual Misconduct Policy, or Grievance Policy. It also does not address violations of federal discrimination laws. In such cases, Student Rights and Responsibilities, Campus Safety, and/or the University Dispute and Resolution Committee should be contacted.Steps to BIRTLearn about BIRT and how to use it.Learn about BIRTBIRT FormUse the online form for BIRT.BIRT submission formDefinition of TermsLearn about terms used in BIRT.BIRT definition of terms

Conference, the Western International Band Clinic, the National Association for Music Educators Northwest Conference, and our state WMEA conference in Yakima. Recent international tours have included Spain, Portugal, Australia, and China.See upcoming Wind Ensemble events here

2024 Policies, Regulations, and Finances ReviewPacific Lutheran University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Regional accreditation is a process of recognizing educational institutions for performance, integrity, and quality that entitles them to the confidence of the educational community and the public.  In the United States this recognition is extended largely through nongovernmental, voluntary membership associations that establish accreditation

Welcome to Facilities ManagementThe Facilities Management Department of Pacific Lutheran University encompasses Cleaning Services, Grounds Services, Maintenance Services, Stage Services, Environmental Services and Construction Services. At Facilities Management, we are committed to providing a foundation for the campus that will support and enrich the lives of our community. We have been blessed with a highly talented and dedicated staff who continuously work to fulfill this endeavor and to

ChoraleThe Pacific Lutheran University Chorale is a mixed choir comprised primarily—though not exclusively—of freshmen and sophomore singers spanning a variety of academic disciplines. The choir meets four days a week for a ninety-minute rehearsal and sings many times each year in concerts, tours, and campus ministry events. The choir tours regionally and appears on PLU Christmas compact discs and streaming platforms. The Chorale has recently performed for conferences of the Washington Music

AssessmentAt PLU, our faculty are excellent teachers who put student success first and foremost. The resources provided here support meaningful and effective strategies to assess and document student learning at the program level and across all courses offered in the university.Assessment at PLUClick here to viewAssessment ResourcesClick here to viewAssessment ResultsClick here to view Questions or comments? Please contact the Office of the Provost (253)535-7126 or provost@plu.edu