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  • Master of Science in Nursing program is designed to equip nurses with the knowledge and skills to educate, lead change, promote health, and elevate care in various roles and settings.

    MSN curriculum prepares nurses with the knowledge and skills required of all master’s‐prepared nurses as determined by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education (2021).  The MSN student will also choose an area of specialization. Two areas of role specialization are available: Certified Nurse Educator® Clinical Nurse Leader® PLU MSN graduates are nursing leaders and educators throughout the Puget Sound area, Washington and

    Graduate Programs
    Graduate Programs Pacific Lutheran University 12180 Park Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The value of a college education increases when graduates have a better understanding of religion’s diversity and influence in regional, national, and global life.

    religion’s diversity and influence in regional, national, and global life. The study of religion will help you speak to why religion gives meaning and purpose to billions of people on the planet. At PLU, students can take classes in environmental ethics, the religions of Asia, feminist theology, Luther, Native American traditions of the Pacific Northwest – to name just a few.  PLU students study religion in Tacoma and Seattle as well as far off destinations such as Hawaii, Rome, or Trinidad-Tobago. Our

    Professor Agnes Choi, Chair
    Hauge Administration Building Admin 207-F 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447
  • The curriculum prepares students to pursue careers in research and the health sciences or to apply their biology interests to careers as diverse as science education and public health.

    evolutionary biology of North American catfishes and song divergence in North American Red Crossbills. Hands-on laboratory experience is central to any biology curriculum, and we invite students to use departmental facilities for independent study and work with faculty members in ongoing research.Quick Links My Academic Pathway Catalog Darwin Day Biology Facebook NatSci Fellows ProgramCulturally Sustaining STEMPLU’s Culturally Sustaining STEM program helped prepare Becca Anderson to be a dynamic

    Department of Biology
    Rieke Science Center, Room 159 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • The Pacific Lutheran University Chorale is a mixed choir comprised primarily—though not exclusively—of freshmen and sophomore singers spanning a variety of academic disciplines.

    Educators Association (2010) and American Choral Directors Association (2006). In March 2012, the ensemble performed for the ACDA Northwest Division Conference.

    Pacific Lutheran University Chorale
    253-535-8669
    Mary Baker Russell Music Center Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Pacific Lutheran University teaches students to understand the social and structural context of our human experience.

    are studying families, policing, gender, or deviance, the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Pacific Lutheran University teaches students to understand the social and structural context of our human experience. Our classes highlight how inequalities in American Society impact individual opportunities, such as access to housing, bail, healthcare, or legal representation. Our programs in sociology and criminal justice provide unique opportunities for independent research, faculty

    Professor Laura McCloud, Chair
    Xavier Hall, Room 242 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The Seventh Annual Lutheran Studies Conference will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Thursday, Sept.

    Trelstad, University Chair of Lutheran Studies, and “The Church’s Song:  Always in Reform” Dr. David Cherwien, Director of The National Lutheran Choir“A Theology of African American Sacred Song and Liberation” Dr. Stephen Newby, Seattle Pacific UniversityScheduleFind out what will be happening during the conference.Lutheran Studies Conference ScheduleSpeakersGet to know more about this year's conference speakers.Learn more about the speakers of 500! SingAboutLearn more about the annual Lutheran Studies

    Dr. Marit Trelstad, University Chair in Lutheran Studies
  • Our curriculum provides students with the skills to contribute to a complex society that encourages justice, diversity, and sustainability at the local, state, national and international levels.

    Pacific Lutheran University where she specializes in American government, public policy, Latino as well as racial and ethnic policies, shares her insights on the Latino vote in the 2024 Presidential Election.Justin Kjolseth ‘10 talks about life as an Assistant Attorney General Laney Abbott had the honor to present her capstone research at the Pacific Northwest Political Science Association conference, November 8th, 2024, hosted by The Foley Institute, Washington State University. Congratulations

    Professor Maria Chávez, Chair
    Xavier, Room 102 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The mission of the PLU Chemistry Department is to provide high quality educational programs for all students who study chemistry at PLU.

    environment, or designing new sensors? A degree in chemistry will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue those career paths. There are many reasons why studying chemistry at PLU is a great choice. The Department of Chemistry has an outstanding curriculum, excellent faculty who teach using inclusive pedagogy, and has been approved by the American Chemical Society to offer certified degrees for over 50 years. Chemistry students at PLU get hands-on experience using research-grade

    Department of Chemistry
    Rieke Science Center Tacoma, WA 98447
  • The Pacific Lutheran University English department offers emphases in writing and literature, as well as minors in Children’s Literature and Culture and Publishing and Printing Arts.

    Concentration allows students to explore the diverse range of literatures written in English – American, British, and Global – to understand how writers have used the creative power of literary expression to understand and engage the world. Quick Links Like us on Facebook! My Academic Pathway Catalog Career Connections Career MentoringCalendar Full CalendarThe Power of Storytelling…Human beings are linguistic and storytelling animals. Whatever concentration you pursue, an English major helps you understand

    Professor Jim Albrecht, Chair
    Hauge Administration Building Admin 207D 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447
  • PLU values global education as a pathway to excellence. We support Lutes - students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the broader community - in their exploration of global systems, contemporary

    WebsiteInternational Honors ProgramView WebsiteMBA: International ExperienceView WebsiteNative American & Indigenous StudiesView WebsitePeace Corp Prep ProgramView WebsitePeace Scholars ProgramView Website Lutes in the World The Wang Center for Global and Community Engaged Education offers an array of immersive international and domestic educational and cultural experiences many led by faculty. Semester-Long Study Abroad ProgramsView WebsiteShort-Term Study Abroad ProgramsView WebsiteOther Global Education