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Groundbreaking sets all-purpose field plans in motion https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2012/04/13/groundbreaking-sets-all-purpose-field-plans-in-motion/

president for finance and operations. Director of Athletics Laurie Turner said the new field and the continued investment in capital facilities for athletics will enhance athletic and fitness opportunities for students, improve recruiting for student/athletes, and help continue alumni development. This will “level the playing field,” in regards to raising where PLU athletic facilities rank in the Northwest Conference, she said. Funding toward a synthetic surface baseball field continues and this past

He Speaks for the Trees https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2013/10/15/he-speaks-for-the-trees/

unPLUg campaign, which kicked off Oct. 4 and encourages students to reduce energy use. “This job is perfect as far as all the different things I want to do,” Lorax said. Lorax has set some sustainability goals of his own while working and living in Parkland. “Long-term goals are to work on community development and community outreach,” Lorax said. “I want to see social sustainability and break down edges between PLU and the Parkland community.” Read Previous PLU’s School of Business ranked as one of

PLU Announces New Master of Science in Marketing Research Degree https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2014/07/09/plu-announces-new-master-of-science-in-marketing-research-degree/

allow for practical application of analytic and research concepts. “I am very impressed with the innovative and engaging degree program created by the Marketing professors,” said School of Business Dean Nancy Albers Miller. “The development team engaged in extensive research to ensure that the curriculum aligns with industry demands and that the student will receive the best possible educational experience.” In 2013, Money Magazine ranked Marketing Research Analyst as the 11th best job in America

Virtual convening of The People’s Gathering to facilitate timely conversations about race https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2020/10/30/peoplesgatheringfall/

development learning experience that provides a supportive space in which participants can engage in frank and open dialogue about race and racial disparities systemically present in work, school, and everyday life. Speakers and facilitators invited to participate include local and national leaders from Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, and Latino communities. “This fall’s virtual convening is in anticipation of the impact of the upcoming U.S. Presidential election, COVID-19, and

PLU introduces new Doctor of Education in educational leadership https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2023/05/25/plu-introduces-new-doctor-of-education-in-educational-leadership/

theories, research, and policies related to the study of K-12 educational leadership: ethics and social justice, inquiry, policy, and leadership development. The program also includes two job-embedded applied projects focused on program evaluation and instructional leadership and equity impacts in P-12 schools and districts.The Ed.D program at PLU adopts a cohort model with a blended, low-residency program design. Courses will be delivered online and will require on-campus attendance once a month on

PLU welcomes new Chief Operating Officer and VP Shalita Myrick to campus https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2024/06/11/chief-operating-officer-vp-shalita-myrick/

. “Shalita’s deep leadership and facilities experience, as well as her astute understanding of how to cultivate high-performing teams, are going to be tremendously helpful here at PLU,” says PLU President Allan Belton. At PLU, Myrick will lead the Division of Administrative Services, which includes the business office, human resources, risk management, and facilities. She will also play a critical role in the continued development of the Partnership for Health Innovation and serve as an essential

Clinical Attendance https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/clinical-practice-policies-and-health-requirements-expectation/clinical-attendance/

The Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing believes that clinical experience is instrumental to the training and education of the professional nurse. Student participation in the clinical setting is the opportunity for the student to develop practice competencies and expertise that are essential to professional development. This also provides faculty the opportunity to evaluate if a student is able to think critically, maintain an appropriate demeanor, interact appropriately with

About PLUSC https://www.plu.edu/plusc/about/

their work schedules. Committee participation is not required but greatly encouraged. In addition to informing PLUSC about key issues effecting staff on campus, committee participation provides significant opportunity for professional development and networking with campus leaders. If you would like more information on how to become a representative, feel free to contact us at plusc@plu.edu or get in touch a current representative.

Department of English Welcomes New Professor https://www.plu.edu/prism/2015-department-of-english-welcomes-new-professor/

intellectual development. When he is not teaching, writing, or seeing to administrative duties, Dr. Rogers can usually be found watching international soccer and lamenting the poor performance of his beloved Liverpool Football Club. Dr. Scott L. Rogers Back: Appreciations

Community Learning Through Endowed Lectures https://www.plu.edu/prism/community-learning-through-endowed-lectures/

possible for women and men to effectively balance work and family life. She noted, however, “It is not a given that Norway will continue to be a leading country within gender equality. Much of the development moving forward will deal with the degree to which one manages to maintain a political understanding that family life and work life must be seen in context.” The topic of each year’s Harstad lecture is purposefully designed to reach beyond an audience familiar with Norwegian culture and society