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Isaiah Banken ’21 earns Torrison Scholarship because of his dedication to medicine and faith Isaiah Banken ’21 knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine. Banken, with a B.S. in biology and a minor in mathematics from PLU, explored various medical opportunities near his hometown of Wenatchee, WA, including working at a ski resort, serving in hospice care,… January 3, 2024 Alumni, Internships, Career

Broadway performer Jay Paranada ‘06 to speak at spring commencement ceremonies Pacific Lutheran Un

PLU Student Headed to U.N. After Her Video on Reproductive Rights Wins National Contest TACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 22, 2015)—Ariel Wood ’17, an International Honors student majoring in French and Global Studies at Pacific Lutheran University, is one of three national winners of the first-ever Why We Care Youth: Emerging Leaders for Reproductive Rights contest. Winning entries were chosen in… September 22, 2015 Equity, Faith, JusticeResearch & AcademicsStudent Life, Resources, Community

Ash Bechtel ’24 combines science and social work for holistic view of patient care; aims to serve Hispanic community Ash Bechtel always wanted to be in healthcare, she just wasn’t sure which direction to take — nursing or medical school. So, Ash counseled with family and academic advisors before deciding to pursue a biology major that would put her en route to becoming a… May 22, 2024 Research & Academics

Presidential Medal of Freedom honoree William Foege ‘57 returns to PLU for annual Rachel Carson le

Unlocking the Magic of Colloidal Nanocrystals In the world of science, significant discoveries can c

Vote! Women’s Center seeks community feedback on new name TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 22, 2016) – Since

Spiritual Care: Professor Erik Hammerstrom listens and learns during a sabbatical year spent as a hospital chaplain Global studies and religion professor Erik Hammerstrom has spent his career researching and teaching about the history of Chinese Buddhism. He’s a quintessential teacher, beloved by students for leading engaging discussions, his imaginative project assignments, and planning field trips to nearby temples. It’s hard to… September 10, 2024 ResoLute

Collective Action Rooted in Reciprocity At a summer 2023 banquet launching the Uukumwe Project, Sane

Sen. Patty Murray tours PLU campus, gets glimpse inside School of Nursing facilities TACOMA, WASH. (May 30, 2018) — Nearly a year after Pacific Lutheran University secured $1.4 million in federal funding to treat health care shortages in Washington state, Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, visited campus to see just what those dollars support. “You’re meeting critical needs we… May 30, 2018 Alumni, Internships, CareerEquity, Faith, JusticeNews, Announcements, AccoladesResearch & AcademicsStudent