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herself as an introvert. “Cynthia is a natural presenter,” she commented. “Once she got started, she took fire.” Shore praises her student’s enthusiasm, poise, sophistication, and ability to see the big picture. “I hear a sense of pride in her voice,” she said, adding, “It’s well deserved.” Waite’s research, based on in-depth interviews with a dozen current students, sought to learn more about how mentoring relationships are established. As a first-generation college student and a person of color

concepts of student development. Lace has been a facilitator for the Student Social Justice Training Institute, at multiple queer student leadership retreats and has presented at both National Association of Student Personnel Administrators conference and NASPAtech. Donna L. Gibbs, vice president of marketing and communications Gibbs most recently served as managing director, and helped establish the west coast operations, of Bluetext, a Washington, D.C.-based digital marketing and strategic

BolelMichael FrankBridget YadenAron RodrigueChristopher BrowningLauren GranitePresentation Title: “Pre-War Sephardic Jewish Life” Who: Lauren Granite, US Program Director, Centropa Bio: Dr. Lauren Granite is US Program Director for Centropa, an historical institute based in Vienna that interviewed over 1200 elderly Jews in 15 Central and Eastern European countries. She has a Ph.D. from Drew University, and master’s degree from the University of Chicago. Before joining Centropa in 2010, she spent more than

bigger one to accommodate higher volume production. The company quickly expanded from three full-time employees to a dozen, and Haun eventually sold it to a San Francisco- based investment firm. Her husband, Gang Chen, is a board member and the couple are part owners. They aren’t involved in day-to-day operations, but Haun stops in at least once per season to look at shoes and visit employees. “Growing (the business) was super fun and super satisfying,” she said. Now, Haun stays at home with her sons

. For information on the College Level Examination program (CLEP), refer to the Credit by Examination section under Academic Procedures. The University does not grant credit for college-level General Equivalency Diploma (GED) tests. Global Assessment Certificate Program (GAC): A maximum of 30 semester hours may be granted for completion of ACT Education Solutions, Global Assessment Certificate program courses. Only certain courses are eligible for course credit based on faculty assessment. Students

The Role of Computer Science in Liberal Arts Education & SocietyComputer Science integrates three fundamental processes: theory (from mathematics), abstraction (based on the scientific method), and design (from engineering) [1]. The problem solving perspectives emphasized in CS provide important mental models for addressing problems in many disciplines. This is sometimes called “algorithmic thinking” or “computational thinking.” As described by Walker et. al., “methodologies within computer

. – The format of test items should be varied based on the content being evaluated, learning outcomes, level of the students, and to ensure that students are exposed to multiple formats. A general recommendation is that a full length exam include no more than three different item formats on a given test. – No test items should be written from a deliberate attempt to “fool” the students. – There should be a definitive plan (“blueprint”) for the exam so that all major content areas and learning

engaged in retaliation prohibited by this policy is subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including immediate dismissal and exclusion from campus. Not a Contract No part of this policy is intended to or shall be construed to limit the university’s right to manage its workforce or address student conduct issues, operate the university or to handle specific situations based on the specific facts involved. This policy is not, and shall not be construed as a contractual commitment on behalf of or to

today. He has recorded and performed with jazz greats including Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Clark Terry, Horace Silver, Maynard Ferguson, Bobby Shew, John Fedchock, Harry Connick Jr., Jim McNeely, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Nancy Wilson. He is one of the founding members of the group Convergence, as well as the founder of the Greg Gisbert Syndicate, both based in Denver. Gisbert is a frequent invited guest with an array of ensembles, including the Maria Schneider and Vanguard Jazz Orchestras, the

about this Lute poet who acquired more than a master’s during her MFA studies. Read More MBA to CFO Anna Loomis ’14 spent the past 15 years with MultiCare, the largest community-based, locally governed health system in Washington state. She wore many hats, culminating in her role as CFO the last four years of her tenure. Read about her decision to enter PLU’s MBA program and the skills she gained en route to senior leadership. Read More 'Building Humans' Teaching can be the toughest job you’ll ever