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University Choir of the West will perform a 30-minute program twice on Friday, March 11. First they will sing at noon at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and then they will sing for the NW ACDA Conference at 8pm. The public is welcome to attend the concert at St. Mark’s or purchase a ticket to the evening performance during the conference. The concert includes these pieces: Cum Sancto Spiritu by Korean composer Hyo-won Woo The Lightener of the Stars by PLU alumnus Jason Michael Saunders ’11, one of the

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his keynote presentation, titled “Facing Uncomfortable Truths,” Dr. Richard Lapchick, renowned human rights activist and pioneer for racial equality, will delve into his lived experience as a social justice advocate within sport settings. Lapchick will reflect on the past and shed light on the future of social justice work. He will impart insights on how students and the community can actively contribute to the ongoing fight for equity, inclusion, and improved access to sports. Lapchick, widely

me to study science, to work for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Rattlesnake Mountain Observatory and to a career sharing my passion for learning science. What was it like to write and illustrate such a visual book? The story had been on my mind for several years. I wondered if it would be a story that others could enjoy. Last year, I decided to revisit it and add illustrations. It was a project that required many drafts and edits, but I enjoyed the process. Can you share a bit about the

encore performance by national recording artist and event headliner Crystal Aikin '97.The renowned gospel singer was born and raised in Tacoma, and graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a degree in nursing. Aiken performed on Black Entertainment Television’s first all-gospel talent show, “Sunday Best,” in 2009. She competed with some of America’s best gospel singers and won the first season, scoring a contract with Zomba Gospel — the largest gospel label in the world. “PLU is a part of my

Philosophy 248 section (led by Michael Schleeter), but the sections always meet together and the students work on shared assignments. This multi-disciplinary collaboration allows students to get two professors for the price of one, and they also encounter diverse perspectives in the classroom on a daily basis. Learning through multiple perspectives isn’t necessarily more difficult, but it feels more relevant and connected to the worlds of work and research. Students complete drawing and improv exercises

counseled with family and academic advisors before deciding to pursue a biology major that would put her en route to becoming a doctor. For Ash, this felt like the right fit. Ash Bechtel answers a question from a first-year student during the Welcome to PLU panel on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. “I’ve always been attracted to the sciences – especially those that have to do with the human body,” she says. Because Pacific Lutheran University expands learning beyond concentrations, Ash enrolled in biology classes

executive director of Career Connections, the Director of Academic Internships and one faculty member will review applications and make the award. “The learning that occurs and the experience that is gained through an internship can shape a student’s future,” said Catherine Swearingen, executive director of Career Connections. “A good internship can provide a rich learning environment where students can apply what they have learned in the classroom, gain real-world work experience, create connections

typically be out and about all day in groups of 3 or 4. Finally, phase three is still underway, and this has been the writing process. We had a rough draft due last month, went over it with our research directors, and are now completing our final draft to submit for editing. When you reflect on this experience, what stands out to you?  AS: My projects were very specialized to what I am learning at PLU. It was very fun to stretch those muscles and expand on them. The most important thing I came away with

don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition November 7, 2024 PLU professors Ann Auman and Bridget Haden share teaching and learning experiences in China November 4, 2024 Lutes celebrate another impactful Bjug Day of Giving: a PLU tradition in support of students October 29, 2024 Angela Meade ’01 Vocal Competition Returns to PLU for Fourth Year October