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  • Growing into her own: how Sarah Davis ’23 discovered her passion for plant biology Sarah Davis, a biology major and Hispanic studies minor, began her PLU journey with the idea that medicine and health care would be the ultimate goal, but then a couple of classes focused on plant development and global agriculture grew a new passion. “I have… May 11, 2023 AcademicsBiologyHispanic StudiesResearchStudy AbroadStudy Away

  • Growing into her own: Sarah Davis ’23 discovers her passion for plant biology at PLU Sarah Davis began her PLU journey with the idea that medicine and health care would be the ultimate goal, but then a couple of classes focused on plant development and global agriculture grew a new passion “I have a family history of agriculture, my grandfather… April 26, 2023 Biology

  • Center. Currently assigned to the North Carolina Synod, Dr. Wallace is on the Synod’s Committee on Social Justice. Dr. Wallace holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Welfare from Adelphi University in New York, a Masters of Education in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, a Masters of Divinity from Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, South Carolina and holds a Ph.D. in Family Social Science with an emphasis in Marriage and Family

  • he has in store. PLU Debate in the CommunityBy Peter Twite This year, the T.O.H. Karl Forensics Forum adopted a stronger focus on community outreach. The goal was to become more active in the development of skills with the younger generation. The cornerstone of this initiative was a partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Lakewood.As a part of this partnership, several team members met weekly with the children of the Boys and Girls Club to teach techniques that could be used to further their

  • at PLU. What impact did they have on your career direction and success? SM: While I didn’t have a specific field in mind during my first years on campus, I knew that first-hand experience in the business world would help me determine what field to pursue (or not!) At the campus Career Development Office, I sought out information about a number of internship opportunities. In the spring of my junior year, I applied for an internship with a regional bank. A round of interviews led to a position as

  • , where she earned her master’s and Ph.D. at Stanford University. Her research focused on the development and burn-out rate of first-year teachers, and what keeps a teacher loyal to a district where they first ply their craft. It was the “aha” moment for her. Her true calling was helping teachers teach. “Of course it’s all about the kids,” she said.  But she felt that working with good teachers, and keeping them on the path to their dreams – and avoid burnout – is just as valuable as being in front of

  • Baccalaureate and graduate education for professional nursing include processes that foster the development of values, attitudes, personal qualities, and value-based professional behaviors. Values are defined as beliefs or ideals to which the individual is committed and which guide behavior. Values are reflected in attitudes, personal qualities, and consistent patterns of behavior. Attitudes are inclinations or dispositions used to respond to persons or situations, while personal qualities are

  • of Outsiders Christina Erikson, Journey Through the Veil: Exploring Issues Surrounding Muslim American Women Terrell Hawkins, The Sacrifice of Meat for the Sacrifice of Christ: Understanding Christian Community Principles Ruthie Kovanen, A Sin to Be a Self?: Feminism, Selfhood, and Reimagining Kenosis for an Empowered Future Andrew Larsen, “You Must Forgive Him or Die”: The Power of Forgiveness in the Development of Northern Irish Identity Andrew Morris, Primitive Christian Morals: Diverse Amish

  • their self-care skills. These life balance skills will serve the student well into their lives and careers post graduation. We are committed to attending to the whole person in our interactions and in the design and implementation of our work. Identity & Vocational Development: We know that students thrive when they are able to solidify their identity, explore new areas of interest and discern their vocational inclinations. These activities assist them in charting paths that combine their interests

  • doctoral project at my place of work, so I could find a problem that I had identified and then create my project around that problem.” The practice-improvement or program-development projects offer practical and immediate application. They must aim to improve patient care. “This group has done amazing work on their projects,” Woo said. “Their projects have had or will have positive impacts on patient outcomes.” Collectively, the cohort worked closely with three heavy-hitter medical organizations in the