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, commerce, culture and the arts, and for his commitment to establishing the Puget Sound region as a focal point for the rest of the world.”Without a doubt, the dedication Bill Stafford has shown in creating greater global understanding can be matched by very few,” Anderson said. “He is a true leader in bringing our world closer together.” Stafford has been instrumental in assisting PLU faculty design and promote global education programs, offered exceptionally valuable advice in the planning of the Wang

October 1, 2013 Our Middle Name: People of Wondrous Ability Editor’s note: This essay is the first in a series of writings in Scene from various authors on Lutheran outreach in the world, and the impact and meaning of a Lutheran higher education. By Professor Samuel Torvend, Chair of Lutheran Studies In 1524, monasteries across Germany had closed, their property confiscated by greedy rulers. And with this, education of the young was abandoned. In desperation, Martin Luther wrote a heartfelt

especially strong attention given to the arts, humanities, social sciences, health sciences and education.  To register, visit plu.edu/holocaustconference. The Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education is made possible by the Powell Family Foundation, with special thanks to Nancy Powell and Carol Heller. We greatly appreciate the Mayer family for their support of the Powell-Heller Conference and the Kurt Mayer Summer Scholars Fellowship.  Read Previous PLU receives a major gift to fund

up to two faculty scholars who have made significant contributions to their disciplines through disseminating research findings related to the discovery, integration, or application of knowledge. Chair of the Physics Department Bret Underwood was one of the recipients of the K.T. Tang Faculty Excellence Award in Research.The university sponsors the Faculty Excellence Awards to recognize outstanding accomplishments of the faculty in five areas of faculty work: teaching, advising, mentoring

October 22, 2012 PLU professor presents keynote at premier sports and exercise psychology conference PLU Professor, Colleen Hacker presented the keynote at the annual meeting of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) in Atlanta, Ga. Her speech, “Gold Medal Partnership: Collaboration and Integration for Sustained Excellence,” was delivered to a standing room only crowd of more than 800 sports and exercise psychology professionals. Her keynote was received with a rare and

, integration, or application of knowledge. Professor of Music Gina Gillie was one of the recipients of the K.T. Tang Faculty Excellence Award in Research for 2023.The university sponsors the Faculty Excellence Awards to recognize outstanding accomplishments of the faculty in five areas of faculty work: teaching, advising, mentoring, research, and service. Their peers have nominated and selected the recipients, signifying their high regard among those who know them well.Professor Gina Gillie has

significant contributions to their disciplines through disseminating research findings related to the discovery, integration, or application of knowledge. Chair of the Physics Department Bret Underwood was one of the recipients of the K.T. Tang Faculty Excellence Award in Research. The university sponsors the Faculty Excellence Awards to recognize outstanding accomplishments of the faculty in five areas of faculty work: teaching, advising, mentoring, research, and service. Their peers have nominated and

professions.  A 2016 Classics major who is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in engineering wrote this about his degree: My Classics degree, to me, exemplifies every virtue and value of a liberal arts education, and also everything unique and exceptional about PLU as an institution. . . .  By studying holistically the culture, life, and beliefs of another society, I could step outside, if only partially and momentarily, of my own cultural biases, customs, and predispositions; I think that is the epitome of what

becoming a future social worker of my community. What’s next? I will be moving to Seattle where I have been accepted into the Dudley Edmondson Fellowship in Youth Development and Education through the YMCA and Americorps. The fellowship is 15 months and I will graduate with a YMCA Certification in Youth Development and Education. I also plan on applying for a master’s in social work program in the future with an emphasis in children and families. Angie Tennant – Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre, minor

Associate Professor and Chair Heather Mathews receives 2023 Faculty Excellence Award in Service Posted by: Jeffrey Roberts / January 25, 2024 Image: Heather Mathews, Associate Professor and Chair of the Communication, Media & Design Arts Program (PLU Photo) January 25, 2024 By Jeffrey RobertsPLU Marketing & CommunicationsThe Faculty Excellence Award in Service recognizes a faculty member who demonstrates academic leadership and who influences the life of the university through service in areas