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Death of Dr. William Teska: “We have lost a valued colleague, a global humanitarian, and a deeply committed leader in higher education.” Posted by: Lace M. Smith / June 28, 2016 June 28, 2016 Dear Campus Community: It is with a heavy heart that I write to inform you of the sudden passing of Professor of Biology Dr. William Teska, who was found in his home on Saturday, June 25, deceased of natural causes.  Bill leaves a lasting legacy in PLU’s Environmental Studies Program, and a huge hole in

our assumptions. Can we call the work of equity at PLU — or anywhere — “innovative?” And what does innovation even mean in this context? As a white woman who works with other white people to increase racial literacy — and as a ‘21 graduate of the Rainier Writing Workshop, PLU’s Master of Fine Arts in creative writing program — I’m interested in the semantics of social justice and the idea of challenging default definitions and linguistic habit. A couple of months ago, via Zoom, I met with four

success to the opportunities PLU has provided me. What’s next? I am currently seeking weekly and daily newspaper jobs in the greater Pacific Northwest region. I have a passion for community journalism, and hope to connect with people by telling their stories through whatever outlet I am given the opportunity to use. I hope to eventually go back to school after gaining some practical experience and get a masters in education and teach media literacy and journalism in local public schools. Lauren

Exploring Teaching Jobs in Washington State Posted by: chaconac / July 1, 2022 July 1, 2022 There’s no time like the present to invest in your teaching career and invest in the next generation of American students.An master’s degree in education prepares you to be an excellent teacher, offers you greater opportunity and flexibility long-term, and allows you to create a career and a life of deep impact, one child and one classroom at a time.If you’re thinking about securing a teaching job in

May 11, 2009 New endowed chair created A new endowed chair has been created in the School of Education and Movement Studies – The Jolita Hylland Benson Endowed Chair in Elementary Education honors Jolita Benson. It has been funded by Dale and Jolita Benson through The Benson Family Foundation of Portland, Ore. The inaugural appointment to the Jolita Hylland Benson Chair is Leon (Lenny) Reisberg, professor in the Department of Instructional Development and Leadership in the School of Education

concerned about those missing from classrooms. She wrote a paper on why students of color might leave school and college. Pierce-Ngo assisted in coordinating the Students of Color Retreat and encouraged more peer support. "I’m proud of the work we have done in supporting students, long-term. Data shows that the program works, too. Thanks to the unique one-on-one support model, the students were three times more likely to pursue post-secondary education."- Angela Pierce-Ngo '12 But she found her true

become a teacher.Although she set her career goal early in life, Bowen’s path to a Pacific Lutheran University education degree took a few twists and turns. “Originally, I wanted to be a P.E. (physical education) teacher,” she said. “That evolved into wanting to be both a math and P.E. teacher, after realizing that the number of P.E. positions was very limited.” She next decided to focus on elementary education, then added an endorsement in special education for kindergarten through high school

How to Become a Teacher in Washington State — What You Need to Know Posted by: thiriba / June 4, 2021 June 4, 2021 Even if you’re convinced that teaching is the career path for you, you may be wondering how to get started in the meaningful field of education -- especially if you have your sights set on securing a teaching position in a sought-after location like Tacoma, Washington.You may have questions, such as: How do I become a teacher in Washington state? Do you need a master’s to teach in

Benefits of Choosing a Teaching Career Posted by: chaconac / January 25, 2022 January 25, 2022 A Master's in Education is a great way to help change the lives of children.Every person has a story to share about a teacher. The great teachers, the kind teachers, the disorganized teachers, the tough teachers – the impact of teachers from childhood stays with us for the rest of our lives. The primacy of relationships makes teaching one of the most meaningful careers you can choose.With that being

. “I say ‘yes’ to different possibilities,” she says. “I like trying new things.” That kind of thinking helped her segue from jobs in art education and publishing to public education communications.As senior director for communications, government relations and public engagement for Educational Service District 113, her team provides services such as writing, video production and graphic design for school districts in Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific and Thurston Counties. They also foster