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possibilities are endless. I enjoy that as a growing profession, research is expanding in this field and the emphasis on evidenced-based practices is growing and supporting the work that some people have been doing for years. I also have a newfound love for “resiliency.” Resiliency is probably one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen in my life, and in working with the populations that I do, I am continually blown away by human resiliency. What motivates you? Bah. Today? I’m not sure (laughs). I’m

runs through his work, which has focused on removing barriers and increasing access for traditionally underserved student populations. The Palmer students, he says, “are what get me out of bed every morning, and what keeps me working long days.” Eunissa Satterwhite ’19, said the financial assistance she received from the Palmer program made a difference. “But it’s also the mentor, who is with you throughout your college years, and the college readiness classes in high school,” she said. Palmer

Australia because English is the official language, its universities are highly-ranked, and the higher education system gives students opportunities to conduct independent research. Australia’s unique history has shaped the diversity of its peoples, and the current state of diversity and inclusion in the country. Australia’s population of about 23.4 million is one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse populations in the world. The country was colonized by the British and has experienced

are, we don’t know anything about them,” said Larsen, an advanced registered nurse practitioner who earned his Master of Science in Nursing at Pacific Lutheran University. “And we have to get a handle on their medical situation.” That work is in addition to monitoring the health of the resident population, roughly 600 inmates who live at the Shelton facility. “All of that keeps us pretty busy,” Larsen said. Busy is an understatement. Inmate populations often run the gamut of health care needs: men

Studies, this project will outline the multifaceted benefits of these partnerships, providing a framework for professional sports teams to use as they create meaningful relationships with tribes, relying on the expertise of these Indigenous populations to create significant local environmental change.I would like to thank Dr. Adela Ramos and Dr. Rose Mckenney for their constant support in this journey–and it has certainly been a heckuva journey! I would also like to thank my official mentors, Dr

roles in establishing effective central management and the integration of special programs; including, Title I, LAP, student services, early childhood, career and technical education, and special education. The course also includes systems and strategies to evaluate program leaders and principals across the system. Students will explore approaches to improve central district systems and student learning for historically underserved populations. (2) EDUC 760 : Evaluation and Supervision in

throughout the world. Emphasis on applying knowledge for greater understanding of diverse populations in the K-12 educational system. (2 or 4 credits) EDUC 387 : Special Topics in Education To provide undergraduate students with new, one-time, and developing courses not yet available in the regular curriculum. The title will be listed on the student term-based record as ST: followed by the specific title designated by the academic unit. (1 to 4) EDUC 388 : Special Topics in Education To provide

relate to PLU. Restricted to PLU administrators and faculty. (1 to 4) EDUC 589 : Philosophy of Education Philosophical and theoretical foundations of American education as well as the social philosophy of growing diverse populations in the K-12 schools. (3) EDUC 591 : Independent Study To provide individual graduate students graduate-level study not available in the regular curriculum. The title will be listed on the student term-based record as IS: followed by the specific title designated by the

Diversity & Equity ResourcesIn recent years, it has become clear that in order to achieve equity in healthcare access and outcomes, the U.S. needs to intentionally increase the diversity of its healthcare providers.  The American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) defines underrepresented in medicine (URiM) as those racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented in the medical profession relative to their numbers in the general population at a regional level.  Here we provide a

Diversity & Equity ResourcesIn recent years, it has become clear that in order to achieve equity in healthcare access and outcomes, the U.S. needs to intentionally increase the diversity of its healthcare providers.  The American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) defines underrepresented in medicine (URiM) as those racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented in the medical profession relative to their numbers in the general population at a regional level.  Here we provide a