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. Black music makers not only had a means to make a reasonable living, but also had the means to be a public voice for personal and community cultural expression. By the beginning of the twentieth century, African-American music represented by ragtime, blues, jazz, and popular song was pulling the American cultural mainstream away from European influence. No one was more aware of this than Europeans themselves, who were captivated by the lively exoticism of this music that had risen from its societal
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Chorale. The Chorale will perform in Georgia, Alabama and Florida and will close the tour with a homecoming concert in PLU’s Lagerquist Concert Hall. The Pacific Lutheran University Chorale tours domestically and represents a dynamic Department of Music comprised of 200 music majors and 400-500 music program participants each academic year. The choir recently appeared on the PBS broadcast of “A PLU Christmas Invitation.” All performances are open to the public, with the exception of the homecoming
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scholar Deborah Miranda to campus. “Scott was teaching a class in Native and Indigenous literature…I was teaching the Creative Nonfiction Capstone. We decided that it would be great to have someone come who was a contemporary Native writer.” She adds, “In addition to doing her public events, Miranda also talked to the Native and Indigenous literature class.” Call made it clear how inspirational it was for students to hear Miranda’s stories in her own voice, an experience that increased many of her
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students and hosted us in his Congregation Hall. Our students were again impressed with the high schoolers—their desire to go off island for college, the clarity of some of their ideas about what to major in, and the artistic abilities of one student who showed us his portfolio. Several mothers and a grandmother joined us as well to find out more about colleges in general and PLU in particular. It was another great experience for all involved. *Note: All comments are moderated Read Previous Public
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Master's in Marketing AnalyticsThe “data explosion” we’re facing today has increased the need for analysts of all kinds and in all types of industries. Consulting, research, data modeling, consumer insights, public relations, management, communications — these are all possible fields for someone with skill and experience in marketing analytics. Here are a few more potential jobs you can get with a Master’s in Marketing Analytics. Digital Marketing SpecialistMarketing Specialist Creative Director Big
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the Registrar 2018 – Present Tami I personally believe that everyone should serve our nation in some way or another, whether it be military or some other type of service. There is something to be said for giving more of yourself to a higher cause and helping others. To me, service means giving of yourself. Giving your time, energy, and efforts to help others. Tyson T. Thorup US Army, Infantry Business Administration, PLU ‘25 Tyson What I want everyone to know about service is that you learn the
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Fulbrights). “I am in the throes of trying to get my husband to join me on a Fulbright the year we retire… wish me luck!” Lisosky says. The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. Read Previous Interactive debate on drone policy shifts audience opinions Read
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Getting to Know the Alumni – Chris Robson Posted by: wagnerjc / September 27, 2017 September 27, 2017 Chris Robson, class of 2016 MSMR Graduate, discusses his experiences with the program and how it got him to where he is today.Why PLU’s MSMR Program? The PLU MSMR program far exceeded my expectations and gave me the skills I needed to grow both personally and professionally. In my professional life, the program gave me much more than the knowledge of market research and the tools used in the
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Timely Research PLU faculty members engage in research critical to today and tomorrow Posted by: nicolacs / November 1, 2021 November 1, 2021 By Veronica CrakerResoLute Assistant DirectorTranslating the EnlightenmentThe National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) recently awarded Professor of French Rebecca Wilkin a $133,333 grant under the Scholarly Editions and Translations interest area. Wilkin and her collaborator Angela Hunter, an English professor from the University of Arkansas at Little
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PLU Honors Dia de los Muertos Posted by: vcraker / October 31, 2022 October 31, 2022 Día de Los Muertos is a joyful celebration that gives us a chance to honor our loved ones who have passed and to connect with our community. This year, Ash Bechtel ’24 shares what Dia de los Muertos means to her and how the PLU community helps her celebrate. Interested in joining a club or group that keeps you connected to your culture? Find one on the PLU Clubs and Orgs page. Read Previous Around the PNW: Rock
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