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lifelong learner, something highly valued by the staff and faculty at PLU, and he’s committed to always bettering himself and the program — and we could see that in his work at his previous institution.” “I have been fortunate to learn, grow, and lead across multiple NCAA Division III institutions in my career,” said Snyder. “My stops at Oberlin College and Illinois College have been incredibly valuable, as they have molded my education and understanding of Division III athletics and have prepared me

the faculty of Pacific Lutheran University and Northwest University. Ed received his bachelor of music from The Manhattan School of Music. Then he attended Yale University School of Music where he received the degree master of music. He received his Doctorate of Musical Arts from the University of Washington. Ed’s principal teachers include Chris Gekker (former member of the American Brass Quintet), Tom Smith (member of the New York Philharmonic), Alan Dean (trumpet professor at Yale University

have questions about PLU scholarships, the FAFSA, or the application process, don’t hesitate to reach out to your PLU Admission Counselor. They’re here to help make everything as smooth as possible.For Washington State ResidentsIf you’re a Washington state resident who isn’t able to fill out the FAFSA (such as undocumented students), you can complete the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) to be considered for state-based financial aid. The WASFA for the 2025-26 school year will

Diversity Advocate (2014-15). As a black woman at a primarily white school, Nicole was looking for a place to meet other people of color on campus. This desire led her to the Diversity Center. During her time there, Nicole was able to find her community and, with its support, explore her identity (“Shout out to Dr. Angie!”). Later, she would help other students do the same through her roles as a mentor and a Diversity Advocate. It would be an understatement to simply say that Nicole likes mentoring. She

A passion for dance, a call to teach Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / September 4, 2015 September 4, 2015 For Ariella Brown, dance has always been her passion, but not always her full-time job. While working behind a desk during the day, and carving out time in the evening to dance, she realized those few hours would never satisfy her. She made the decision to get an advanced dance degree with hopes of someday teaching at the university level. In graduate school, she taught students who wanted to

dead the same thing as being the instrument in said person’s death?” Amadeus is intended for mature audiences due to sexual innuendos and strong language. The School of Arts and Communication at Pacific Lutheran University houses the Departments of Art & Design, Communication & Theatre, and Music and presents more than 250 events each season. Pacific Lutheran University offers approximately 3,500 students a unique blend of academically rigorous liberal arts and professional programs. Students

live musicians and vocalists into their dance set to a song from the musical “Spring Awakening” A ballet work choreographed by Elizabeth Long and set to the music of Aaron Copland Maurice Eckstein, whose lyrical, ritualistic dance was accompanied by the sounds of Ella Andell Senior Jenna Calhoun, who used the music of Imogen Heap as the background for her abstract modern work Rebecca Sharp, whose jazz work featured “Guess Who” and “American Woman” The performance was sponsored by the School of Arts

appointment of James Brock as dean of the School of Business. Additional board action: The board was treated to a luncheon program that recognized the Regency Advancement Award winners, those named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, as well as student leaders of ASPLU, the Residence Hall Association and student media. The candidates for degrees at Spring Commencement were approved, pending satisfactory completion of all degree requirements. The university was authorized to

Americans. The Makah are eager to share their culture and are very talented cross-cultural educators. Why is this collaboration is so effective? I began working with the tribe during graduate school in 1977. We know and trust each other. I’ve been bringing PLU students to Neah Bay since 1995. Year in and year out the students are eager to learn, respectful and honest – even if they don’t always agree with every Makah value. The students have earned the trust of the Makah people who work with us. The

year the track and field were refurbished, opening the door for PLU to host the conference track and field championships, an opportunity that happens once every eight years. “We’re hopeful that this opportunity is just the first of many to come,” Turner said. Bjerke, Tonn, Turner, Thomas Suek ’12 (student athlete), Kim Wilson ’76, Tom Absher (Absher Construction), Frank Hewins ’86 (Franklin Pierce School District), and Brad Cheney (President, Ben B. Cheney Foundation) turned the ceremonial first