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experience that I think all students should have–and I am majoring in Psychology. Innovation is one of the major change agents in our world, and it also provides the tools to making the world a better place. History majors are experienced with just this set of problems and opportunities in their regular work. By exploring the history of innovation as well as the ethical dimensions of creativity and change, Hist/Phil 248 sets the stage for future explorations–both on campus and beyond. Sarah Cornell
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disparage gender, class and race. “We can all think of a few ways animal descriptions have been used to describe women,” Ramos said. “We tend to think of ourselves as supreme to animals.” Ramos’ examination of language – and particularly how women and animals are described – intersected with immigration issues on the day she noticed the word “crawling” in that “New York Times” article. Ramos understood the issues being a Mexican-American, but she never thought she’d want to examine them as part of her
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, philosophy, political science, psychology, and others. The course will also include a panel of three PLU alumni that are emergency room physicians. The course is being coordinated by PLU’s Wang Center for Global Education and co-facilitated by Teresa Ciabattari, interim dean of interdisciplinary studies, and Tamara Williams, executive director of the Wang Center. Williams recently answered a few questions about the new course.Why program this course now, while the pandemic is still ongoing? A college or
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discourse in recent months, PLU is launching an institution-wide educational campaign to promote active listening in academic spaces and beyond. The university’s primary goal for this academic year, to be carried throughout the years that follow, is to move PLU’s campus from a place of welcoming to a true place of belonging for students of all backgrounds. PLU strives to be a place where people of color, people of all sexual and gender identities, people of all faiths, no faith and more feel a sense of
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Genocide Studies; Religion; and Gender and Sexuality Studies. In 2023, Blair was nominated as the Student Speaker for convocation, and his speech centered on the importance of a holistic educational experience. (PLU / Sy Bean) With such rigorous academic goals, Blair is proud of his ability to balance his studies, social life, and extracurricular activities. While he’s enthusiastic about his classes, Blair notes, “You are in college to get an education, and only part of that is in the classroom.” In
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, Harstad Hall provides a gender equity focused living experience for approximately 200 residents and is home to the Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equity Learning Community. Harstad also has some of the largest rooms on campus, with varying room sizes that add character to the five story hall. It is conveniently located between the library, Anderson University Center and Garfield Street, which is home to numerous stores and restaurants. To learn more please visit our Harstad Hall page. Hinderlie Hall
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Heven Ambachew ’24 combines her passions and experiences to design major in innovation studies Posted by: Marcom Web Team / June 7, 2024 Image: Image: PLU’s first Innovation Studies major Heven Ambachew poses for her Senior Spotlight portrait, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at PLU. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) June 7, 2024 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Like many students, Heven Ambachew ’24 wasn’t yet sure of her major when embarking on her PLU journey. Four years later, thanks to
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-income and having little financial support from my family. I probably will not get over those barriers until I get a real-world job, but I lessened my barrier by working three jobs to support myself and helped out my parents by taking out loans so that the out-of-pocket cost would be manageable. 5. Why did you want to study social work? I always knew I wanted to be a resource and help out others –it was just a manner of which profession to do that in. I was originally a psychology major and switched
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know your ’80s stars. View 25th Anniversary Video and photos from the Women’s Center’s 25th anniversary prom. View Stories of Inspiration and Lasting Impact By Sandy Deneau Dunham ResoLUTE Editor Since its founding in 1990, Pacific Lutheran University’s Women’s Center has empowered women and their allies to become advocates for gender equity and social justice. Along the way, through education, counseling, mentoring and even celebration, its staff, volunteers and community have changed perceptions
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, retiring at the rank of Associate Professor. She was active in her Sunday School and church. She also volunteered many hours of community service for organizations including: Susan G. Komen for the Cure, American Red Cross, Ebony Nurses Association of Tacoma, and the American Cancer Society. Travis and Shirley had two children: Crystal Renee’ Aikin, a 1997 PLU graduate. She received her BA in Biology and BA in Psychology. She is well known for her beautiful singing voice. Their son, Phillip
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