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  • Locals embrace Lutes as they meet living legends, learn about vibrant events such as Carnival and Panorama, and develop valuable racial consciousness within a multicultural society that celebrates

    know half of this stuff.” That stuff, Hughes and others say, transforms those who experience it. Students meet the “living legends” who have mastered steelpan and calypso music. They experience the revival of the cocoa industry and get an intimate look at the planning behind exuberant events such as Carnival and Panorama. And, most importantly, they dive into deep questions about identity, race, gender, colonialism and other complexities. “It’s a growing and learning experience,” said Maya Bamba

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Aug. 10, 2016)- Typically, summer allows college students to take advantage of free time that’s hard to come by during the academic year. But for many Lutes, summer is a time to work hard and continue their vocational endeavors. Students travel, work internships…

    Summer success: Lutes spend off-months working hard, pursuing vocational goals Posted by: Kari Plog / August 10, 2016 Image: Kendra Saathoff ’17 (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) August 10, 2016 By PLU Marketing & Communications staffTACOMA, WASH. (Aug. 10, 2016)- Typically, summer allows college students to take advantage of free time that's hard to come by during the academic year. But for many Lutes, summer is a time to work hard and continue their vocational endeavors. Students travel, work

  • PLU PodcastingThis research conducted by MSMA student Nathan, took an exploratory look at the podcasting potential within Pacific Lutheran University’s School of Business. The research focused on identifying the preferred format and content derived from measuring respondents’ input on several variables relating to both elements. Increasing Online Sales for South Tacoma Honda: Progressive insights Through Marketing AnalyticsThe primary objective of this project was to determine the most

  • TACOMA, WASH. (May 20, 2016)- It’s the season for awards, banquets, recognition and a whole lot of celebrating for Pacific Lutheran University students as they approach Commencement 2016. The ceremony will mark the culmination of several years of hard work, community involvement and the pursuit…

    Commencement 2016: Students will carry PLU’s mission into their post-graduate lives Posted by: Kari Plog / May 19, 2016 Image: Graduates celebrate following PLU’s 2015 Commencement ceremony. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) May 19, 2016 By PLU Marketing & Communications staffTACOMA, WASH. (May 20, 2016)- It's the season for awards, banquets, recognition and a whole lot of celebrating for Pacific Lutheran University students as they approach Commencement 2016.The ceremony will mark the culmination

  • The Bachelor of Business Administration is a comprehensive business curriculum that provides students an expertise in all disciplines of business. Our students gain knowledge in Accounting, Law, Finance, Marketing, Management, Strategy, Supply Chain Operations and Information Systems. Students also have the opportunity to focus their knowledge in one of our formal concentration areas or work with a faculty member to develop a specialized concentration that will meet their interest. The Bachelor

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 28, 2016) – The Pacific Lutheran University Department of Languages and Literatures  will host the Tournées Film Festival this fall for screenings of nine recently released films representing a wide variety of cultures and historical periods. (Film trailers and descriptions below.) A…

    The Tournées Film Festival brings nine acclaimed international films and an award-winning filmmaker to PLU Posted by: Zach Powers / September 28, 2016 Image: PLU professors Giovanna Urdangarain (left) and Rebecca Wilkin (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) September 28, 2016 By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 28, 2016) – The Pacific Lutheran University Department of Languages and Literatures will host the Tournées Film Festival this fall for screenings of nine

  • More than a century after PLU was founded by Norwegian immigrants, the university maintains its connection to the founders’ homeland through study away programs.

    : project planning centered on health promotion and practicum placement. Students work a minimum of 30 hours for about two weeks at the local prison, rehabilitation centers, schools or others sites that expose them to practical experience with various target groups. Many of them work beyond the minimum. Thoresen says it helps students learn how to practically apply the theoretical knowledge they gain, preparing them to apply their degree after graduation. “It has a strong practical approach,” she said

  • Anni Lange ’00 uses skills learned at PLU as VP of marketing and communications for Sound Physicians Posted by: Zach Powers / May 5, 2023 Image: Anni Lange ’00 majored in communication at PLU and serves as vice president of marketing and communications for Sound Physicians. May 5, 2023 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest WriterAnni Lange ’00 is vice president of marketing and communications for Sound Physicians, a national medical group headquartered in Tacoma. Lange oversees all

  • The Trail Back to PLU: Alayna Linde ’10 on her path from undergrad to urban planning and environmental outreach Posted by: Marcom Web Team / April 28, 2020 Image: Alayna Linde ‘10 works as a public outreach consultant with the women-owned company EnviroIssues, and is consulting with Pierce County Parks on a public trails project that will connect campus with community parks and schools. April 28, 2020 By TACOMA, WASH. (April 28, 2020) — Ten years after graduating, Alayna Linde ‘10 is back on

  • Applying Psychology to Marketing ResearchBy Zach Powers ‘10, February 28, 2017 PLU graduate student Nicki Clifford explains why the university’s Master of Science in Marketing Research (MSMR) program was right for her. What is marketing research? How is it different from a bachelor’s degree in marketing? Marketing research is a field that helps businesses make strategic decisions and obtain a competitive edge. A marketing researcher can take on many roles while serving as a communicative bridge