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Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing embraces core values of: Compassion and kindness Competence Diversity, equity, and inclusion Excellence Respect and integrity Service Social Justice
– Advancing the vision and mission of the university through interprofessional education and collaboration to foster innovation and change PhilosophyIntroduction This philosophy describes the beliefs and perspectives of the faculty of the School of Nursing at Pacific Lutheran University. Student development and learning are our primary focus. The School of Nursing philosophy embraces the vision and mission of Pacific Lutheran University for thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership, and care. We
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New dean of the School of Business named An expert in marketing, management and organizational behavior has been named dean of the School of Business. James L. Brock, 63, has had a distinguished career in higher education administration, teaching and writing. He has been the…
March 27, 2008 New dean of the School of Business named An expert in marketing, management and organizational behavior has been named dean of the School of Business. James L. Brock, 63, has had a distinguished career in higher education administration, teaching and writing. He has been the dean of business schools in Pennsylvania and Montana and has been a corporate marketing executive. PLU Provost Patricia O’Connell Killen announced the appointment. “Jim Brock brings just the expertise we need
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Making an art out of giving of oneself Melinda Cox ’71, has never been shy about volunteering her time to help others. As an art professor at Tacoma Community College and Pierce College, Cox regularly juggles teaching and volunteer work. “I have always volunteered my…
September 7, 2009 Making an art out of giving of oneself Melinda Cox ’71, has never been shy about volunteering her time to help others. As an art professor at Tacoma Community College and Pierce College, Cox regularly juggles teaching and volunteer work. “I have always volunteered my time,” said Cox, who graduated from PLU with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts. “I spent many years with the Washington State University/Pierce County Clothing and Textile advisors teaching kids to sew, among other
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Economics of golf By Jesse Major ’15 An unconventional approach to economics that allows students to shoot lasers and travel PGA tour destinations was taught this J-Term by Mark Reiman, associate professor of economics. This class, The Economics of Golf, was inspired by a book…
February 5, 2013 Economics of golf By Jesse Major ’15 An unconventional approach to economics that allows students to shoot lasers and travel PGA tour destinations was taught this J-Term by Mark Reiman, associate professor of economics. This class, The Economics of Golf, was inspired by a book called Golfonomics – not Reiman’s golfing skills In The Economics of Golf, students met with owners of golf courses in Tacoma, Monterey, Palm Desert and Phoenix, as well as officials of the PGA tour to
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Pacific Lutheran University’s School of Business continues a half-century of excellence by extending its accreditation from AACSB International for its undergraduate and graduate programs. “This is a major accomplishment and signifies academic excellence at PLU,” said Mark Mulder, Ph.D., dean of the School of Business.…
international experience (trips to Germany and Peru in spring 2022, for example), projects in the community, the availability of evening classes and more. AACSB-accredited schools undergo an intense peer-reviewed evaluation process and must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, curricula development and student learning. Once initial accreditation is achieved, each institution participates in a five-year continuous improvement review that is designed to ensure it maintains the
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PLU is the small, private university in Tacoma, Washington where everyone shares a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)Founded on the cornerstones of leadership, creative innovation, global awareness and ethical responsibility, the PLU MBA prepares you to excel in your field and make meaningful contributions to your organizations and the business world. With classes in late afternoons and evenings, our in-person MBA is designed to accommodate working professionals and offers multiple options to complete your degree in the timeframe that works for you — 21 months, 16 months
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Below you will find step-by-step instructions for submitting your program to the Jury Committee for review before your recital jury.
Instructions for Submission of ProgramsBelow you will find step-by-step instructions for submitting your program to the Jury Committee for review before your recital jury. Review and revision of your program, notes and translations (when translations are necessary) are required steps in the jury process. You will find more detailed instructions for scheduling the recital and jury in the Music Department’s Student Handbook. A relevant excerpt from that handbook is available for download here. A
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In keeping with PLU’s access, recruitment, and retention goals, we must expand our understanding of “effectiveness” in assessment to include equity-centered assessment practices.
also means that we must be willing to oversample minoritized populations to ensure they are fully represented in our assessment activities. This may mean welcoming smaller sample sizes than we might otherwise prefer because they can reveal diverse experiences of learning in the university. Resources for Promoting Equitable Assessment as Central to Inclusive PedagogyInclusive Pedagogy This website from the University of Chicago Center for Teaching introduces Inclusive Pedagogy and offers a wide
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At a summer 2023 banquet launching the Uukumwe Project, Sanet Steenkamp, executive director of Namibia’s Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture, advised a group of Namibian and American teachers not to hold back. “The children,” she said, “deserve for us not to hold back.” Steenkamp’s…
appreciated the opportunity to provide leadership coaching. “I really enjoyed working with Lionel,” Gannon says. “Building him up, helping him see all the positives, helping him realize what he wanted for his building and what his next steps were.” The collective N/a'an ku sê and Uukumwe team outside N/a'an ku sê Primary School after a week of professional development, goal setting, and collaboration. Beyond pedagogy: from Tacoma to Namibia, a partnership reframing teacher development practicesRead moreAt
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“PLU Master of Science in Kinesiology
critical gaps in Kinesiology training and practice. Unique features of the program include a commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with intentional mentorship and leadership development opportunities. Through coursework, mentoring support, and an applied project, M.S. candidates develop the knowledge and skills they need to become effective evidence-based practitioners who can enhance their own career while positively impacting those they serve.Program GoalsHighlights of our program include
Graduate AdmissionPacific Lutheran University 12180 Park Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
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