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Talk about being real-life heroes! Their incredible dedication to saving lives and making a difference perfectly captures the spirit of PLU. Their story is a powerful reminder of how one small act of kindness can have a massive impact on someone’s life. Check out Erik…
life. Check out Erik Bainter ’23 and Jai Alapai ’24 acts of service featured in a news report by King5. #lutesmakeithappen Read Previous Preparing for your move to PLU: A packing checklist Read Next PLU music major Jack Burrows ’25 awarded first place at national singing competition LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with Zari Warden November 19, 2024 Major Minute Monday: Global Studies
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The University of Washington PREP (Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program) is currently accepting applications for the class of 2022-2023. They seek individuals who are members of groups underrepresented in biomedical sciences, including those with disabilities, who are US citizens or hold permanent resident status, have great potential and enthusiasm…
Fellowship – National Park Service LATEST POSTS Mississippi State University Now Accepting 2025 Summer REU Environmental Science Applications November 15, 2024 Dept of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship October 30, 2024 2025 Fred Hutch Summer Undergraduate Research Program October 30, 2024 Allen Institute Summer Internship Program October 29, 2024
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Cross-town rivalry – free admission for the community PLU hosts the University of Puget Sound for its cross-town rivalry game Tuesday, Jan. 29 in Olson Auditorium. Admission for the game is free for Tacoma area residents. Help us keep track of the number of people…
January 22, 2013 Cross-town rivalry – free admission for the community PLU hosts the University of Puget Sound for its cross-town rivalry game Tuesday, Jan. 29 in Olson Auditorium. Admission for the game is free for Tacoma area residents. Help us keep track of the number of people who are attending by RSVPing. It will help us know how many programs to print and how much popcorn to pop. Don’t miss out on following all things Lute Basketball. Read Previous Bonnie Nelson ’08: A Passion for Service
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A group of PLU students interning with the Tacoma Tree Foundation spent the summer increasing the number of trees in the city to reduce polluted stormwater runoff and heat during the summer months and improving the livelihoods of those who live in urban areas. The…
Tacoma Tree Foundation is a nonprofit with a community-based approach to growing the urban forest. Their mission is to “educate, empower, and support community members in neighborhood-based greening.” “I enjoy going door to door asking if people want free trees. It’s really sweet to see someone’s face light up to not only get something for free but also something that will benefit them down the line,” Todorov said. “This service we are providing is really important for environmental equity and
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PLU and Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) officials recently announced a new partnership that reserves six seats per year for PLU graduates interested in pursuing PNWU’s Master of Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS). “This partnership between PNWU and PLU focuses on uplifting our…
of Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS).“This partnership between PNWU and PLU focuses on uplifting our shared commitments to service, leadership, and care for the community, making this an ideal partnership and opportunity for our students,” said PLU Dean of Natural Sciences Ann Auman. Located in Yakima, PNWU educates and trains health care professionals emphasizing service among rural and medically underserved communities throughout the Northwest. PNWU ranks in the top 10 in the nation for
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Care for the earth It all started because of the health department. A year ago, when the University Center closed down for its remodel, Dining and Culinary Services had to find a new place to feed the majority of the university’s students. They moved to…
The Commons, allowed Director of Dining and Culinary Services Erin McGinnis ’90, Robins and other members of their staff to completely re-think just about every aspect of food service, right down to the drinking straws (now compostable paper, as opposed to plastic). Called the Green Tray program, all food waste, from vegetable trimmings to the scraps left over from the grill, are scooped into five-gallon buckets discreetly placed throughout the kitchen and food-service line. The dishwashing
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Student-satisfaction remains high in national survey PLU continues to exceed national norms on 10 of 12 scales. By Greg Brewis According to the results of a national survey, student satisfaction with PLU continues to exceed national norms on 10 of 12 scales. The Student Satisfaction…
: instructional effectiveness, academic advising, registration effectiveness, service excellence, student centeredness, campus climate, campus life, campus support services, concern for the individual and recruitment and financial aid. Within these categories, students gave high ratings to faculty excellence and academic experience; the engaged, positive atmosphere of campus; and support services including approachable and helpful staff across campus and knowledgeable counselors in the admission, financial
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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,…
McGraw-Hill Publishing Company’s National Best of the Best Award in the Retail and Hospitality category. Despite these achievements in construction, Korsmo said he is more proud of his community service. Ten years ago, Korsmo established an organization called Helping Hands, a program in which his employees and their families donate time and talents to charitable organizations. Through Helping Hands, Korsmo Construction has been able to support organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, the YMCA
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A path of discovery By Katie Scaff ’13 For Austin Goble ’09, volunteering after graduation was anything but a gap year. Goble wasn’t ready to jump right into the workforce, so after graduating in December 2009 Goble spent a year volunteering with Lutheran Volunteer Corps…
March 25, 2013 A path of discovery By Katie Scaff ’13 For Austin Goble ’09, volunteering after graduation was anything but a gap year. Goble wasn’t ready to jump right into the workforce, so after graduating in December 2009 Goble spent a year volunteering with Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC), and then a year with AmeriCorps. “For me a year of service was intentional,” said Goble, “an intentional path of self-discovery.” Goble met a recruiter from LVC at a career development fair before
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A forum at PLU on Dec. 4 called #BlackLivesMatter addressed issues surrounding the deaths of African Americans by police. The forum, attended by more than 250 students and members of PLU faculty, staff and community, was sponsored by the Diversity Center, the Women’s Center and…
PLU Community Gathers for #BlackLivesMatter Forum Posted by: Zach Powers / December 8, 2014 December 8, 2014 A forum at PLU on Dec. 4 called #BlackLivesMatter addressed issues surrounding the deaths of African Americans by police. The forum, attended by more than 250 students and members of PLU faculty, staff and community, was sponsored by the Diversity Center, the Women’s Center and the Center for Community Engagement and Service and was held in the Scandinavian Cultural Center. (Photo: John
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