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Corner Theater in Boston, creatively pairs films with lively introduction lessons by notable figures from the world of science, technology, and medicine. This event will include a presentation by Corey L. Cook, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Psychology, Pacific Lutheran University on the topic: The Social Psychology of Superheroes Read Next Pacific Lutheran University Psychology Professor Meets with Members of Congress LATEST POSTS Ricky Haneda ’22 | Psychology Major February 18, 2022 The Evolution of

Netnography: Obtaining Social Media Insight Posted by: wagnerjc / November 8, 2017 November 8, 2017 Article originally published by The Balance on February 28, 2017 by Gigi DeVaultThe term netnography derives its name from ethnography and net – as in “the Internet.” Ethnography is a form of qualitative research conducted by researchers who enter – and gather data within – the cultural or sociological context that is the focus of their study. Ethnography and netnography share a set of attributes

January 3, 2013 Montana native gets back to his roots in a new anthology on the West By JuliAnne Rose ’13 Inspired by the history of the West, Russell Rowland ’81 has made a career exploring Western identity. Partnered with long-time friend, Lynn Stegner, Rowland produced a new anthology that delves into the evolution of the Western identity. “It was an issue that I was really excited to explore,” Rowland said. “I was really surprised how many well known writers were willing to contribute

February 20, 2014 On a visit to a U.S.-funded mine-risk education seminar in Kayah State, Jerry White stands with fellow landmine survivors. U.S.-supported mine-risk education in Burma can serve as a platform to build trust between these armed groups, the military and the Burmese government. Photo courtesy of the U.S. State Department. Turning Tragedy into a Sense of Mission: Nobel Peace Prize Winner Talks at PLU on Facing and Overcoming Obstacles By Barbara Clements PLU Marketing

, and will be entering PLU as first-year students. “This scholarship helps with two very important things,” said Matt Burns, a counselor at Tacoma’s Wilson High School. “It can be the scholarship some kids need to get to college, and as a counselor I can use it to encourage and motivate students who are on the fence between being pretty good students and working as hard as they can to be really strong students.” PLU has a long history of awarding full tuition scholarships to local students and

photographer Ken Dunmire) PLU Crew on American Lake rowing the Husky Clipper (Photo by PLU photographer Ken Dunmire) The Husky Clipper (Photo by PLU photographer Ken Dunmire) “The Boys in the Boat” from the University of Washington took the Husky Clipper out a winner in Poughkeepsie and Berlin in 1936. The boys in that same boat from Pacific Lutheran University brought her home a winner on American Lake 31 years later. Photo by PLU photographer Ken Dunmire The PLU Crew with the Husky Clipper at the dock

PLU Theatre alumnus Adam Utley ’04 returns to campus to host TEDxTacoma Posted by: Zach Powers / April 4, 2016 Image: Adam Utley ’04 at TEDxTacoma 2015. (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) April 4, 2016 By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (April 4, 2016)- For the first time in the event's five-year history, TEDxTacoma will be hosted at Pacific Lutheran University on April 22. For the event's host, Adam Utley, the new location signifies a homecoming of sorts, as the the

than men, it’s just about considering what might have been different for women in these situations.” Griech-Polelle is quick to explain that the conference will not focus solely on women as victims in the Holocaust. “That would be doing the female population an injustice,” she said. Rather, the three-day forum will begin with a presentation on “Women as Perpetrators,” and go on to include a full spectrum of topics including “Sexual Violence against Jewish Women,” “Women as Rescuers and

On Exhibit: Hispanic Heritage Month Posted by: Roberto Arteaga / September 26, 2023 September 26, 2023 In collaboration with PLU’s Hispanic and Latino Studies Program, the Mortvedt Library has organized an exhibit in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This exhibit includes an art display, featuring works by prominent Chicanx artists, and a selection of literary and academic texts by Hispanic/Latinx authors. National Hispanic Heritage Month (Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana) is celebrated from

PLU grads reflect on commencement Posted by: mhines / June 14, 2023 June 14, 2023 “Commencement means the culmination of hard work and accomplishments with my teammates and my classmates — so it’s a great day.” Our recent graduates reflect on the countless late nights spent studying, the friendships forged, the challenges overcome, and the personal growth they’ve experienced. Read Previous From Oxford, England to Oaxaca, Mexico, Jackie Lindstrom ’23 uses math to understand migration Read Next