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Studying biology teaches you how to think and how to observe your world.To learn biology is more than just learning facts! It’s learning how to answer questions, how to develop strategies to obtain answers and how to recognize the answers as they emerge. The department is dedicated to encouraging students to learn science in both an intuitive and logical way.It encourages students to independently question, probe, experiment and experience the natural world around us as well as life under a

reflect the institution’s mission and traditions, this alignment is anticipated to be natural. Unlike strategic planning which reflects a series of priorities in a moment in time, the Core Themes and Objectives are designed to reflect our most enduring values and commitments. In these ways the Core Themes and Objectives and the specific outcomes identified in the University Strategic Plan should complement each other or duplicate as appropriate. Quality Improvement The ability to successfully fulfill

, technology, the performing arts, and education." Allan Belton, President Pacific Lutheran University "One of the main reasons I chose to attend PLU was because I can participate in both the arts and the natural sciences, and I am incredibly grateful to be able to sing in Choir of the West, major in physics, and work different jobs, too!" Ryan S. 2024-2025 COSTSMore affordable than you think.$52,259 Tuition (Fixed) & Fees$13,008 Room & Meals$65,267 TotalAfter financial aid, the average cost of PLU goes

, and who are local, regional and global leaders in fields like health care, technology, the performing arts, and education." Allan Belton, President Pacific Lutheran University "One of the main reasons I chose to attend PLU was because I can participate in both the arts and the natural sciences, and I am incredibly grateful to be able to sing in Choir of the West, major in physics, and work different jobs, too!" Ryan S. WHAT'S CAMPUS LIKE?Get your bearings.Take the Virtual Tour Schedule a visit HOW

. They’re engaged citizens who strive to serve the common good, and who are local, regional and global leaders in fields like health care, technology, the performing arts, and education." Allan Belton, President Pacific Lutheran University "One of the main reasons I chose to attend PLU was because I can participate in both the arts and the natural sciences, and I am incredibly grateful to be able to sing in Choir of the West, major in physics, and work different jobs, too!" Ryan S. WHAT'S CAMPUS LIKE

central to the primary challenges facing the world in the 21st century, including global climate change and evolving demands for energy resources, construction and manufacturing materials, food and agricultural products, and building sites necessary to support a growing population. The earth sciences are distinct from other natural sciences in that knowledge from many other fields is integrated to explore questions that arise as humans interact with the Earth.What do Geoscientists Do?Geoscientists

/. Listed in this catalog are courses and summaries of degree requirements for majors, minors, and other programs in the College of Health Professions, College of Liberal Studies, College of Natural Sciences, and College of Professional Studies. Detailed requirements, often including supplementary sample programs, are available in the offices of the individual departments. Advising by University personnel inconsistent with published statements is not binding.

Welcome to the official website for Clover Creek Watershed Digital Exhibit at PLU! Welcome to the Clover Creek Watershed Digital Exhibit, where we invite you to discover the Clover Creek Watershed , a natural area of land that drains rainwater and other precipitation into a stream that flows into Puget Sound. Covering approximately 62 square miles, the Clover Creek Watershed is an integral part of our local environment, and the students and faculty involved in creating and maintaining this

to withstand severe loads without breaking. Used now in a wide range of fields including epidemiology, psychology, business, biology and ecological science, public policy, post-disaster recovery and community development, the term has evolved into a concept that describes the capacity to withstand and overcome the stress and devastation related to traumatic events such as violent conflict, forced migration, major epidemics, natural disasters and climate change. The Lone Fir at Chambers Bay has