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Globally-Focused University https://www.plu.edu/wang-center/about/globally-focused-university/

Globally-Focused UniversityGlobal and intercultural education is one of the primary focal points of the academic program at Pacific Lutheran University.PLU is among the most internationally active schools in the nation, offering programs that will help students: Be aware of their own place and culture in the world, and understand the interrelation of socio-political, economic, scientific, cultural, religious, and linguistic facets of human life Be sensitive to the historical, multinational

Global health leader and human rights advocate to visit PLU and discuss the impact of COVID-19 on LG https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2021/02/04/ambassador-chris-stevens-lecture-2021/

qualitative research and monitoring and evaluation; interim leadership; program design and grant writing capacity-building; and strategic planning. “Amie’s Peace Corps (Morocco) service followed by her dedication to the advancement and understanding of human rights worldwide really embodies the nature of what we are striving towards with this series,” says Tamara Williams, Executive Director of PLU’s Wang Center for Global and Community Engaged Education. Established in 2013 and presented by the Wang

Scholarships and Fellowships: National and International https://www.plu.edu/provost/scholarships-and-fellowships-national-and-international/

Application Guidelines Frequently Asked QuestionsLooking for Post Graduate Service Opportunities?More details available in the Office of Alumni and Student Connections There are many national and international grants and awards for undergraduates and recent alumni to support and further their education. Typically these are external scholarships and fellowships funded by governments and private foundations. Some awards support students during their undergraduate study; others are for 1-2 years of teaching

The Head in the Game: Q&A with PLU Coach Goes Inside the Mind of an Athlete https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2022/02/18/qa-zach-willis-19/

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Time https://www.plu.edu/iss/life-at-plu/us-culture/time/

exactly when due, being “on schedule” indicates that one is serious, committed to the activity, and respectful of the other people involved. Conversely, being late is considered rude and impolite. The idea of being on time – not being late – is a fundamental concept shaping how people organize their activities. If a class meeting is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM, one is expected to arrive a few minutes before the hour. Only in social situations, for example, when dinners are to begin at 7:00 PM, it

Benefits https://www.plu.edu/new-faculty-orientation/benefits/

Summary of BenefitsA summary of PLU’s benefits is available on the Human Resources website. Good Fit Benefits Book Additional information on PLU’s comprehensive Employee Benefit Program ranging from medical care to retirement (including wellness ideas, time off benefits and continuing education opportunities) is available here.Benefits Questions?Contact Aileen Ochinang, Human Resources Specialist, at 253-535-8146 or ochinaav@plu.edu.

PLU’s Lathiena Nervo discusses her work and being named one of the “1,000 inspiring Black scientists https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2021/02/02/nervo-biology-interview/

grad school with that goal in mind. I was a non-traditional student, going back several years after completing my bachelor’s degree. I received grants through my graduate school department and the US Department of Education. I participated in a postdoctoral fellowship that’s specific for teaching scientists to be better educators. When I finished my PhD, I went into that fellowship program. And now I’m excited to be here at PLU, focused on these three core elements of teaching, increasing

Sophia Barro ’22 is following her passion for faith, literacy and diversity into elementary educatio https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2022/05/19/sophia-barro-2/

Sophia Barro ’22 is following her passion for faith, literacy and diversity into elementary education Posted by: Zach Powers / May 19, 2022 Image: Education major Sophia Barro ’22 will soon begin teaching third grade at Saint Patrick Catholic School in Tacoma. Here, she holds one of her favorite children’s books, “Dreamers.” May 19, 2022 By By Isabella DaltosoPLU Marketing & Communications Student WriterSophia Barro ’22 is a senior education major and religion minor at PLU. She recently

Thomas Kyle-Milward – Resolute Online: Fall 2019 https://www.plu.edu/resolute/fall-2019/author/kylemitl/

her first J-term class to the twin islands in 1993 after working with what’s currently the Global Education Committee to build a study away opportunity. “That turned out to be such a phenomenal, eye-opening experience for all of us,” she said. “Carnival preparation was in full swing, so we got a little taste of the amazing creativity and zest for life that exists down there.” Trinidad and Tobago podcasts From those early beginnings a strong and vital connection was forged over the ensuing quarter

Small School, Big Impact: Marc Gombio ’23 talks about his experience in PLU’s School of Nursing https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2023/05/15/marc-gombio-nursing-navy/

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