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can see familiar summer constellations. Drawing the illustrations is the part that took the most time. However, it was fun to create them, and it is rewarding to see my work in print. What was your overall goal in writing Little Bear’s Big Night Sky? My goal with this project is to reach out to children with a positive message about science. Astronomy is one of my favorite topics; it is what led me to study physics. It’s natural for all of us to wonder about our place in the universe and to wish

that Pacific Lutheran University might establish a lectureship which would, on a regular basis, bring to the campus distinguished members of the world academic community to discuss significant topics of historical interest. Accordingly, the Department of History and the Schnackenberg family announced on February 8, 1974, the creation of the Walter C. Schnackenberg Memorial Lecture, to be inaugurated during the 1974-1975 academic year. The Steen Family Symposium on April 22 officially kicks off

languages. I love German but it’s fun teaching Norwegian, which is a little different. The grammar in Norwegian is somewhat simpler, so in a language class you can get to talking about bigger topics quicker,” he says. Professor Brown says that he appreciates the amount of time PLU faculty gets to spend with students. “I think it’s a part of a university culture of teachers, professors and instructors who want to get to know students and to help them as best they can. There’s just a lot more one-on-one

Special Topics in Chinese Literature in the spring. By the time PLU closes out the 2019-2020 school year, Zhu will be wrapping up his dissertation. Though he is bound to become a doctor, his heart as a student of knowledge and truth will remain unchanged.  Opening Crazy WorldsA Passion for the Classics Read Previous “Opening Crazy Worlds”: Learning about Language with Professor René Carrasco Read Next A Passion for the Classics with Professor Luke Parker LATEST POSTS Gaps and Gifts May 26, 2022

and environmentally sustainable agriculture. Laurie-Berry started teaching at PLU in the fall of 2008. In addition to Plant Physiology, Laurie-Berry’s other classes include Plant Development and Genetic Engineering and a first-year writing class focused on global agriculture, world hunger, genetic engineering and related topics. “Our central question for the course is how agriculture and related systems must change to alleviate global hunger,” Laurie-Berry says.Before 2015, the original PLU

Jp Avila – “Office Hours” Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / August 9, 2016 August 9, 2016 In our new series, “Office Hours,” faculty open their doors and give you a look into their creative spaces. Join these faculty for their own office hours at PLU. Come in, sit down, have a conversation, you might just learn something new! Associate Professor Jp AvilaOffice: Ingram 106 Email: jp.avila@plu.edu Courses taught: Upper level graphic design Topics of Interest: Design, Service, New gadgets Tip: Loves

Steve Sobeck – “Office Hours” Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / January 26, 2017 January 26, 2017 By Mandi LeCompteOutreach ManagerIn our new series, “Office Hours,” faculty open their doors and give you a look into their creative spaces. Join these faculty for their own office hours at PLU. Come in, sit down, have a conversation, you might just learn something new!Resident Instructor of Art & DesignOffice: Ingram 106 Email: sobecksm@plu.edu Courses taught: Ceramics Topics of Interest: Design

document camera. Any content on your screen can also be captured, such as digital annotations or writing, software demonstrations, slide presentations, or website interactions. Instructors can think-aloud in a video offering critical commentary, telling an engaging story, or providing an analysis of key course content. Effective instructional recordings are typically 5-10 minutes each in length. Larger topics can be divided into a series of recordings and shared in a playlist. Shorter videos are easier

have played in human societies. These three topics not only make history bigger and more interesting than it traditionally might be, but the courses offer useful insights into how humans interact with the innovations that we have come to value today (or love to hate). Many of the forces and ideas that are visible in today’s global economy come from these developments. Why I am majoring in History I am a History major at PLU because I feel that the program gives me great skills in research, writing

will apply to any field of work. The subject matter you’ll learn while enrolled in an MBA program will help you engage with fellow mission-driven individuals and change the world.Some topics you may cover while in an MBA program include: Marketing Management Business Strategy and Innovation Management Understanding and Managing Financial Resources Legal, Ethical and Social Responsibility of Business Leading Family and Closely-Held Enterprises You Don’t Need a Business Degree to Pursue an MBAYou can