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  • Pacific Lutheran University student videographer Matt Shaps ’24 joined our Outdoor Recreation program on an epic rock climbing adventure in Vantage, Washington. Learn about Outdoor Rec’s upcoming day and weekend trips at plu.edu/recreations/outdoor-rec .

    PLU students go on stunning rock climbing adventure in Vantage, Washington Posted by: Zach Powers / October 24, 2022 October 24, 2022 Pacific Lutheran University student videographer Matt Shaps ’24 joined our Outdoor Recreation program on an epic rock climbing adventure in Vantage, Washington. Learn about Outdoor Rec’s upcoming day and weekend trips at plu.edu/recreations/outdoor-rec. Read Previous Information, Technology and Leadership: an interview with Port of Tacoma’s Mark Miller ’88 Read

  • Stephanie was one of six recipients across the nation to receive an American Association of Nurse Practitioners Scholarship for the 2018-2019 school year. She received her RN/MSN through the PLU School of Nursing in 2016 and is currently in the DNP-FNP program and will graduate…

    education at PLU which contributed to me receiving this honor. Thank you!” We are so excited for you and can’t wait to see where this next step takes you! Read Previous Jessica Schwinck – Fellow for the 2019-20 Duke-Johnson & Johnson Nurse Leadership Program Read Next Congratulations Alum Natalie Bisceglia! LATEST POSTS Dr. Mary Moller – 2018 APNA Psychiatric Nurse of the Year April 30, 2019 Isabella Zubrod – Women’s Volleyball Athlete of the Week! April 30, 2019 Congratulations Danielle Paschall! April

  • Leaders from Pacific Lutheran University and Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement. Among the first of its kind between Yad Vashem and an American university, the agreement pledges that the two organizations will work collaboratively towards…

    President Allan Belton. “In the months and years to come PLU and Yad Vashem will be working together to provide robust opportunities for students and community members from all over the Puget Sound region to engage in the critical work of Holocaust education and remembrance.” The ultimate source for Holocaust education, documentation and research, Yad Vashem’s integrated approach to Holocaust education and remembrance incorporates meaningful educational initiatives, groundbreaking research and

  • Senior Allison Sheflo will graduate this spring with a triple major in geosciences , environmental studies and religion and a minor in mathematics . She forged her own trail at PLU, welcoming the adventures that piqued her curiosity and let that lead her way. “It’s…

    capstone is focused on four different works of art that depict Christ as queer, dissecting the messages that these works have for LGBTQ+ Christians and for the Christian church as an institution. I’m finding that the works model a way for LGBTQ+ people to identify with Christ, even in the face of rejection by the church. What advice would you give to other Lutes on their educational journeys? Find your community — it can be in sports, in clubs, educational programs, anywhere, but having a group of

  • PLU grad continues to give back to his community and greater Tacoma area By Igor Strupinskiy ’14 President of Korsmo Construction, John Korsmo ’84 is building more than just academic halls. His company, founded by his father, John Korsmo Sr., is focused on sustaining community,…

    , and Toys for Tots. “We always try to find a way to help,” Korsmo said. After the tragic shooting of four Lakewood police officers at Forza, Korsmo Construction stepped up and created the fallen officer memorial at the café. “It came to our attention, and it felt right,” said Korsmo. “It was just an automatic response.” Korsmo’s leadership in volunteerism earned his company the Corporations for Community Award, given by the secretary of state. Korsmo Construction was the sole recipient of this

  • PLU top placer in the Peace Corps This year, Pacific Lutheran University ranks No.18 on Peace Corps’ 2013 Top Colleges for small schools. The annual list recognizes the highest volunteer-producing colleges and universities for small, medium, large and graduate institutions. There are currently 15 undergraduate…

    and leadership back with them when they return home.” “Peace Corps announces Top Colleges annually to recognize the schools that contribute the most alumni making a difference overseas through volunteer service,” said Peace Corps West Coast Regional Manager Janet Allen. “We thank and congratulate PLU as one of the 23 universities from the West Coast producing globally-minded leaders who turn idealism into action as Peace Corps Volunteers.” Currently, more than 8,000 volunteers are working with

  • TACOMA, Wash. (March 2, 2015)— Namibia Nine , the PLU-produced documentary depicting the journey of nine Namibian students back in their homeland after graduating from Pacific Lutheran University, premiered to a full house in the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on Feb.…

    hour, told the story of nine Namibian students who attended PLU on scholarships from the Evangelical Lutheran Church, which supported Namibia’s fight for independence from South Africa post-apartheid. Edwin Tjiramba ’94 was one of those Namibian students—and he also narrated the documentary. “I was born in Namibia,” Tjiramba said in the film, “but my future began at PLU.” The film showed the real-life power of a PLU education. Each of the nine now holds a position of leadership, and Cunningham

  • TACOMA, WASH. (April 25, 2019) — Pacific Lutheran University has been recognized for substantial conformity with the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad as established by the Forum on Education Abroad, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, membership association recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and…

    ). “Pacific Lutheran University has demonstrated that it is in substantial conformity with The Forum’s Standards of Good Practice, and maintains a commitment and dedication to offering high quality programs in education abroad at a level of excellence acceptable to the larger academic community,” wrote Melissa A. Torres, President and CEO of The Forum. The FRP “was impressed with the support from university leadership and the larger community for education abroad, the level of student and faculty

  • Are you ready to dive deep into the fascinating world of oceanography? If you’re looking for a unique class offering that perfectly embodies the Pacific Northwest (PNW to locals) experience, look no further than ESCI 102: General Oceanography at PLU. This class is also a…

    to become advocates for conservation and sustainability. So, whether you’re a budding marine biologist, an environmental enthusiast, or simply curious about the wonders of the sea, ESCI 102 at PLU offers an enriching educational experience uniquely tailored to our region. Take the plunge! Read Previous YouTube Short: We’re Lutes! Read Next You Ask, We Answer: How is your Honors Program? LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube

  • DESCRIPTION The Cind M. Treser Memorial Student Scholarship program (formerly the Ed Pickett Memorial Student Scholarship) gives recognition to outstanding and deserving undergraduate students majoring in Environmental Health (or in an allied discipline) and who intend to take employment in the field of Environmental Health…

    : biology & microbiology, organic & inorganic chemistry, epidemiology, biostatistics, and environmental health topics. Be a student member of WSEHA or become a member upon receipt of the scholarship. (Click here to access the WSEHA Membership Application.) Demonstrate his/her intent to become employed in the field of environmental health in Washington following graduation. Be willing to submit a photograph if awarded the scholarship. Intend to attend the WSEHA Annual Educational Conference to receive