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work with a limited knowledge of schools,” she said. The master’s program at PLU “got me to buy into the reason why I’m doing this. It taught me the skills to be a great educator, and a deep-thinking, reflective educator.” Cook believes education is a pathway out of poverty for her students. “It’s so much more than learning algebra or language arts,” she said. “Education is building humans.” Evelyn Cook Principal PrepIntensive PLU program prepares future principals. Alternative Routes to

. Operating under the motto, “Yay for failing!” Utley works with his students to fully embrace this concept. “I’m a strong believer in, ‘If you understand what it means to fail, in conjunction with your self education, you can take the pressure off yourself and your experiences will get richer,’” said Utley. “Every time you fail, you learn.” Utley hones his improvisational skills as part of the four-man group Muh Grog Zoo, while working full-time for the Broadway Center. Group members Paul Richter and

, row a boat. But for many students, serious, challenging obstacles block the path to participation in organized athletics. In reality, successful student-athletes benefit not only from physical skills, but also from access—and privilege. Members of PLU’s Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) are aware of that—and are working to raise an even broader awareness. SAAC participated in its second Tunnel of Oppression on Feb. 20, an annual interactive event sponsored by the Diversity Center that

events I could ever imagine, but the real gift wasn’t to celebrate the glory of getting here,” Moderow said. “It was to be able to look back over the struggles along the way and realize that, in the messy side of success, that’s what really matters.” Moderow jumped into writing her memoir shortly after running the Iditarod races. But five years in, she realized that she needed to refine her writing skills and go back to school. She studied creative nonfiction in PLU’s MFA program from 2010 to 2013

-worn cameras are going to affect police accountability. We recently developed a report that included a national scorecard for police departments across the country on that issue. Rep. Rick Larsen '87 U.S. congressman (Washington’s 2nd District) I think it’s important for members of Congress to realize that they’re going to learn on the job about how to communicate with people. I may have brought in a certain set of traits and skills 16 years ago that were appropriate for the job, but over the past

. She hopes to continue contributing to a profession that she believes is “on the rise,” but doesn’t always receive the proper respect that it should. People often misunderstand the responsibilities and scope of practice for athletic trainers, Daly said, but they have the training and education to put their medical skills to good use. “Not to emotionalize it, but we are kind of like the over-protective parents that know everything that’s going on with the athlete and want to help fix almost

skill set. “I went into my master’s work with a limited knowledge of schools,” she said. The master’s program at PLU “got me to buy into the reason why I’m doing this. It taught me the skills to be a great educator, and a deep-thinking, reflective educator.” Cook believes education is a pathway out of poverty for her students. “It’s so much more than learning algebra or language arts,” she said. “Education is building humans.” Evelyn Cook Principal PrepIntensive PLU program prepares future

produce sculptural objects using 3D modeling and 3D printing. Or you may choose to explore Design, using cutting-edge software in graphic design classes, as well as working hands-on with our unique collections of letterpress type and ornament. Whatever path you take in the Studio Arts and Design majors, you’ll graduate with the skills needed to make your mark on the world. Concentrations: Art History Studio Arts Ceramics Graphic Design Painting Photography Printmaking Sculpture Graduates from the last

engineering courses, courses in business, economics, and ethics with a special emphasis on industry and/or an internship. Students choosing the minor will learn the basics of engineering design and team problem solving, will gain familiarity with industry, and will obtain valuable skills ensuring their success in the workplace or in graduate studies. An Advisory Board comprised of engineering and science professionals associated with PLU will advise students in the Engineering Internship process for

lands. He echoes Espinosa’s sentiments about the value programs like PLU OR offer, and the importance of their preservation. “It provides a tremendous opportunity to teach leadership skills,” Wade said. “Those skills are transferable to whatever somebody wants to do next, whether it’s related to the outdoors or not.