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Symposium. noun. /simˈpōzēəm/ A formal meeting at which experts discuss a particular topic: a drinking party or convivial discussion, especially as held in ancient Greece after a banquet. International SymposiumThe biennial international symposium at PLU is one of the ways that the Wang Center supports the university’s goal of being an ever more globally focused university. PLU is nationally recognized for its international study away experiences that immerse students in other cultures and

PLU is an integral part of Parkland, and therefore all members of the PLU community have a responsib

specialties include Peace and Conflict Studies, African Studies, International Relations, Middle East Studies, Polital Theory and more Study in English alongside Norwegians majoring in Peace & Conflict and International Studies Immerse yourself in Norwegian culture, history, geography, society, and politics with the “Norway—An Introduction” course (not for credit) that includes excursions in and around Oslo Learn MoreBø, Norway: Nordic Studies, Business, Natural Sciences, Environmental Studies

International Honors ProgramPLU’s International Honors Program (IHON) is an alternative way to fulfill your PLU general education requirements. The IHON program is small and personal: you’ll take a sequenced series of courses starting in your first year of college, with a group of students you’ll get to know. Each IHON course emphasizes discussion, and tries to explore issues from multiple viewpoints, including international ones. For details about PLU’s unique honors program, visit the IHON

International Transcript RequirementsStudents applying with coursework and degrees from institutions outside the U.S. must submit the following documents: Official Transcripts & Credential Evaluation You must submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. International transcripts must be translated to English, and must be submitted for international credential evaluation by any organization on the AICE list or NACES list before being sent to PLU. PLU reserves the

253.535.7237 www.plu.edu/honors/ dowland@plu.edu Seth Dowland, Ph.D., Director International Honors Requirements7 courses, 28 semester hours distributed as follows: IHON 111 – 112: Origins of the Contemporary World 8 semester hours Normally taken sequentially in the first year. These courses explore the historical roots and global dimensions of contemporary events, values and traditions. IHON: Four 200-level courses 16 semester hours Normally taken in the second and third year. A wide range of

PLU Guidelines for International Travel with Electronic EquipmentPurpose: To provide recommendations to the PLU community for the secure handling and use of both personal and PLU-owned equipment and data when traveling internationally. Recommendations: Additional precautions should always be taken when traveling internationally with electronic devices.  International travel drastically increases the risk that both personally and university owned equipment and data could be compromised. The

International Peer Advisors International Peer Advisors (IPAs) are current PLU students. They were just like you, coming here as international students or American students working hard to become a part of community within the university. With experience and enthusiasm, all the IPAs are looking forward to meeting you and assisting you through the first week at PLU. They will be here to welcome you, to be your first friend on campus, to give you the best advice for new students, and to help you

International Honors ProgramPLU’s International Honors Program (IHON) is for students in any major interested in taking classes across disciplines to better understand international issues that you care about and impact you in your life today! IHON is an alternative way to fulfill your PLU general education requirements. For details about PLU’s unique honors program, visit the International Honors Program webpage. You can also contact Dr. Seth Dowland, Director of the International Honors

International Honors ProgramPLU’s International Honors Program (IHON) is for students in any major interested in taking classes across disciplines to better understand international issues that you care about and impact you in your life today! IHON is an alternative way to fulfill your PLU general education requirements. For details about PLU’s unique honors program, visit the International Honors Program webpage. You can also contact Dr. Seth Dowland, Director of the International Honors