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101 : Introduction to Sociology - ES An introduction to the discipline of sociology. Features an analysis of contemporary American society with emphasis on the interconnections of race, class, and gender. Sociological concepts include socialization, social roles, stereotypes, power, and stratification. (4) SOCI 201 : Introduction to Criminal Justice An examination of the American Criminal Justice System. This course will address law enforcement, the court system and correctional system, along with

Crawford O’Brien, Chair of Native American and Indigenous Studies. Professor Ramos: Hi, I’m Adela Ramos, Chair of Environmental Studies. Professor O’Brien: And hi, I’m Kevin O’Brien in the religion department. All: And this is our Major Minute. [video: A visual countdown from three flashes on the screen in yellow and black colors. A countdown clock appears on the left side of the screen counting down from 60 seconds after Man claps his hands in the foreground] (three beeps) [video: Only Professor Ramos

that focuses on literature from non-Euro-American societies. Because course topics may vary considerably, course may be repeated for credit with approval of department chair. (4) ENGL 217 : Topics in Literature - IT, GE A variable-content course that focuses on literature that fosters an awareness and understanding of diversity in the United States. Courses may be repeated for credit with approval of department chair. (4) ENGL 221 : Research and Writing Strategies for writing academic research

Buddhist Temple ProfileHe began his education at the Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley California for three years. After graduation, he spent two years in Japan studying first at Nishi Hongwanji’s seminary school, Chūōbukkyōgakuin (Chūbutsu) where he eventually received his Kyoshi, and the next year he studied for the year-long program at ritual and chanting school, Gonshikishidōsho. Tadao is the first North American-born minister to receive the specialized chanting and ritual license from

...more About PLUThe first American university to have Study Away classes on all seven continents simultaneously, PLU is also the first private university on the West Coast to receive the prestigious Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization. An honoree on President Obama’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, PLU hosts an Emmy Award-winning MediaLab; a MacArthur Award-winning detachment of Army ROTC; and more than 100 clubs and activities, including 19 varsity athletic

as director of the Rainier Writing Workshop—and as the new Poetry Editor of the prestigious New England Review. Read More Art of Diplomacy An exhibition celebrating Norway’s constitution, 1814-2014: Red White and Blue–Norwegian Constitution, American Inspiration, held its exclusive U.S. premiere at PLU’s Scandinavian Cultural Center and remains on display through Sept. 28. Read More SIGNS, SIGNS, EVERYWHERE A (PLU) SIGN In today’s crazily competitive college market, you either go big or go home

/921872526/past-cdc-director-urges-current-one-to-stand-up-to-trump  Youde, Jeremy. “Trump wants to review the WHO’s actions. These are its key roles and limitations.” The Washington Post. April 16, 2020. https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2020/04/16/trump-wants-review-whos-actions-these-are-its-key-roles-limitations/  Other Recommendations American Public Media Research Lab, “Covid Deaths By Race.” https://www.apmresearchlab.org/covid/deaths-by-race Busby, Joshua. “What International Relations

as director of the Rainier Writing Workshop—and as the new Poetry Editor of the prestigious New England Review. Read More Art of Diplomacy An exhibition celebrating Norway’s constitution, 1814-2014: Red White and Blue–Norwegian Constitution, American Inspiration, held its exclusive U.S. premiere at PLU’s Scandinavian Cultural Center and remains on display through Sept. 28. Read More SIGNS, SIGNS, EVERYWHERE A (PLU) SIGN In today’s crazily competitive college market, you either go big or go home

at 2 p.m. As author Rachel Carson struggles to complete her book, Silent Spring, she simultaneously fights both her progressing breast cancer and various factions of American enterprise that launch a crusade against her reputation. Carson’s solace is found in Alice in Wonderland, her girlhood literary hero, alter-ego and imaginative guide her subconscious clings to.  Carson’s story converges with a fantastical landscape enlivened by literary, film and cultural references that theatricalize the

contaminated and unfit for drinking, fishing or swimming. During production of the film, the researchers conducted dozens of interviews, meeting with average citizens, officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, water utility experts, members of Native American and Canadian First Nations tribes, and many other public and private organizations. This National Broadcasting Society award adds to several other recognition received so far by Changing Currents, including six Accolade Awards of Merit