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the foreign vowels sucked more, than those listening to their native tongue, regardless of how much postnatal experience they had. This indicated to researchers that they were learning the vowel sounds in utero. “These little ones had been listening to their mother’s voice in the womb, and particularly her vowels for 10 weeks. The mother has first dibs on influencing the child’s brain,” Kuhl said. “At birth, they are apparently ready for something novel.” While other studies have focused on
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O’Brien, Associate Professor of Religion and Culture, PLU This presentation explores the origins and developments of the Jewish Healing Movement. Shaped by interreligious conversation and dialog, this grassroots effort within mainstream Jewish communities has led to the creation of systems of support and rituals of renewal for individuals, communities, and the suffering Earth. 2:00 p.m. – The Songs We Share Dr. Samuel Torvend, University Chair in Lutheran Studies at PLU, serves as host of this session
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religious and spiritual traditions, including those other than their own. Interfaith scholars also will identify and engage opportunities to consider the intersection of religious and spiritual identities with other salient social identities (i.e race, ethnicity, class, gender identity, sexuality, citizenship, ability, etc) that PLU community members express and experience. View Full Interfaith Advocate Description Apply on the ” Rieke Scholar Application” and select “Interfaith Advocate” for
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formed their own women’s groups. The women’s oyster farming group is in affiliation with the island’s sustainable fishing organization founded by the island’s men with assistance from the women. Within this photo is a testament to women breaking gender roles for the sake of themselves and their families. And in recreating their roles in society, the island’s women have created new sectors to the island’s now sustainable economy. Each oyster they bag for sale is another step towards greater and
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traditional Samish lands, ancestral areas around Anacortes, Washington, and the San Juan Islands. She first connected with her tribe in 2003, but for a long time didn’t embrace all that came with her Native American identity. It wasn’t until a decade later, through her studies at Pacific Lutheran University, that Hall reconnected with the Samish on a deeper level. A class on myths, rituals and symbols with her mentor — Suzanne Crawford O’Brien, professor of religion and culture — got Hall thinking about
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second option, at PLU we offer an engineering and industry minor. Through this minor, students learn the basics of engineering design and team problem solving, gain familiarity with industry, and obtain valuable skills ensuring their success in the workplace or in graduate studies. This minor is ideal for all students who would benefit from in-depth exposure to engineering and industry. Typically, students in Natural Sciences, Business, Economics or any students who have completed the introductory
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Family Chair as providing the opportunities for students in history, economics and business to understand the political, social and philosophical contexts of current economic history,” Dale Benson said. The PLU program in business and economic history features a curriculum of three courses, an annual lecture, a summer research fellowship for students and faculty, and support for the Innovation Studies minor. In addition, the Benson Family Chair receives financial and administrative support to pursue
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. Lechler, A. R., and Galewsky, J.. "Refining paleoaltimetry reconstructions of the Sierra Nevada, California using air parcel trajectories." Geology Vol. 41, 2013: p. 259-262. Lechler, A. R., and Niemi, N. A.. "The influence of snow sublimation on the isotopic composition of spring and surface waters in the southwestern United States: Implications for stable isotope-based paleoaltimetry and hydrologic studies." GSA Bulletin no. 3/4 Vol. 124, 2012: p. 318-334. Lechler, A. R., and Niemi, N. A.. "Controls
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submission. Essays must demonstrate that students have read the biographical sketch on Raphael Lemkin, available at College of Liberal Studies document library. Each year, PLU offers students a chance to participate in a Lemkin Essay contest. Students are asked to write a 7-10 page essay on the topic “Genocide: What does it mean to you?” A panel of faculty members judge the essays. The first place essay winner will be awarded $750. Second place award is $250. All essay contributors will be invited to
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