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a performance of music associated with the Holocaust. Of special importance, educators were also invited to campus to consider ways to better teach the Holocaust – and, certainly, the lessons of tolerance – in middle and secondary schools. “Holocaust studies is not a new idea at PLU. It is an area of academic distinction and excellence that has been built over the past three decades – made possible by the commitment and support of the university at all levels, by the remarkable leadership of

the university’s alumni and friends,” said Steve Olson, vice president for development and university relations. “Participation in the campaign was incredible,” Olson said. “More than 17,500 people provided generous support at all levels. These gifts are having a huge impact on campus today that will continue for generations to come.” Volunteer leadership for “Engage the World: The Campaign for Pacific Lutheran University” was headed by PLU Regent Brad Tilden ’83, CEO of Alaska Air Group. He

first full-time job this summer. “It’s a little scary getting my first job out of college,” she said, “but it’s definitely preparing me for what I want to continue to do as I grow professionally.” Dela Cruz is working as the Mentor253 coordinator, matching mentors and mentees in the program that pairs youth with positive adult members of the community to form strong, lasting mentor relationships in the greater Tacoma area. It’s a part of the Northwest Leadership Foundation. Such a relationship takes

. The Sista Circle group at PLU offers that opportunity to female students. It’s a place where women can come together for a bite to eat, listen to some Beyonce and share their triumphs and tragedies. Barbara Gilchrist ’20, who served as the Women’s Leadership Intern with the Center for Gender Equity (CGE) for the past three years, helped guide much of the group’s growth. What makes this group unique is that it was created as a safe space for women of color. In Sista Circle, Gilchrist could say: “I

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in some area of expertise manage to engage audiences that don’t necessarily know that much about their topic in a way that is accessible and exciting,” Young says. Young explains that there are a lot of barriers to intellectuals contributing to the leadership of public and social movements. “The idea of actually caring about writing for public audiences is seen as not serious and a bad use of your time. Because what you should be doing is writing for journals and writing books,” Young says

and has impacted every part of their life. “The years I spent with the dCenter really, really helped me grow communication skills, leadership skills, how to appreciate parts of my identity, and appreciate other’s identities and things that they bring to the community.” “PLU definitely needs the Diversity Center.” Rebecca recommends the dCenter as a great place to have interesting conversations, to learn more about yourself and to grow. “Or just to relax, to be honest. Just have some downtime

leadership positions in an increasingly challenging world. “Our graduates are prepared to live and serve in a difficult and often conflicting world,” he told the audience at Olson Auditorium last Thursday. “And I think,” he continued, “that they are equipped with the moral framework to do this,” through PLU’s focus on world outreach and travel, service at home and an interdisciplinary program that looks at problems from a 360 degree perspective. “Our graduates will confront choices between good and evil

degrees: Entry-Level Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice. “We are very proud of our students, faculty and graduates across all School of Nursing program levels,” said Sheila Smith, Dean of the PLU School of Nursing. “The work of our graduates provides our best testimonial—our faculty work very hard to educate nursing leaders who demonstrate excellent leadership skills and who contribute to improved health outcomes for the patients they serve

of the West Director Richard Nance discusses his recent leadership award and the origins of “St. Matthew Passion” Read Next Teachers tinker: Education department’s annual Benson Lecture, hands-on workshop bring spirit of maker movement to PLU COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition