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Six students of Simon Kogan exhibit work in the University Gallery Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / October 21, 2014 October 21, 2014 Six students of Simon Kogan exhibit work in the University Gallery On Wednesday, October 15 the University Gallery opens “Students of Simon Kogan,” which includes works from artists Roger Cummings, Jennifer Lauder, Rose Nicholas, Sophie Stimson, Cathy Wiggins and Heather Grob. The work will be on display October 15 – November 12 with an opening reception on October 15

Studies program, which is welcoming its first class of new minors this year. In the program, there is always an emphasis on encouraging students to think about problems, big and small, in new ways. This could be in a business setting or connected to a social project or new idea that a student has come up with. To learn more about innovation, I sat down with Kory Brown (Assistant Professor, School of Business) in order to gain a better idea of how the business world views innovation and puts it into

Center, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement. Among the first of its kind between Yad Vashem and an American university, the agreement pledges that the two organizations will work collaboratively towards a shared goal of strengthening efforts to promote education and remembrance of the Holocaust and encourage the study of the Holocaust in schools and universities, communities and other institutions.“We are very proud to enter into this partnership with Yad Vashem,” said PLU

Chief Leschi, Helle says, it’s hard for any student — even those with special needs — to fall through the cracks. That’s in part because of the nature of the preschool through high school program, which serves just over 650 students.  “We genuinely care about every single kid,” she says. “All students are embraced.” In a larger school district, someone in Helle’s job might work primarily from a main administrative building, then drive to schools throughout the district.“What I like about Chief

just this year: an “Up Close With the Masters” session with Vladimir Feltsman, one of the best-known concert pianists in the world. “Up Close with the Masters” classes are intimate work sessions put on by Portland Piano International each season in concert with its recitals. Offered to the public, for free, the classes provide young musicians an opportunity to see and hear a master teach. Burton did just that on Jan. 13. Feltsman, who was in Portland for two sold-out Portland Piano International

Did you know intellectuals are lousy at talking about their work?   Posted by: Todd / March 3, 2015 March 3, 2015 Dr. Amy Young, professor of communication, explains at this year’s TEDxTacomaWhat comes to mind when you think of the word “intellectual”? If you type “intellectuals are” into Google, the top three responses are “stupid,” “useless,” and “annoying.” Dr. Amy Young, professor of communication, argues that the fault lies with the intellectuals themselves at the TEDxTacoma event on

pieces together,” Hughes said. Hughes expects to become a central point of contact for employers who would consider PLU students for jobs or internships, but they don’t know where to begin. Hughes also plans to reach out to potential employers in the region, with the idea of introducing them to PLU, and the potential of its student body. Similarly, she also hopes to work with the Alumni office to further develop an advising and mentoring network with alumni and parents. “I see this position as being

different perspectives as well.”Residential HallsLiving on campus is an experiencePLU provides quality on-campus living and learning environments that encourage and enhance participation and enjoyment of your college experience.The linked courses take First Year Experience Program Writing 101 classes and tailor them to relate closely to each specific RLC theme. Writing 101: Democratic Citizenship, for example, blends traditional academic writing elements with a focus on social issues — a perfect

, but she might have taken her most high-profile class just this year: an “Up Close With the Masters” session with Vladimir Feltsman, one of the best-known concert pianists in the world. “Up Close with the Masters” classes are intimate work sessions put on by Portland Piano International each season in concert with its recitals. Offered to the public, for free, the classes provide young musicians an opportunity to see and hear a master teach. Burton did just that on Jan. 13. Feltsman, who was in

How To Make Your Scholarship Application Into a Work of Art Posted by: Reesa Nelson / January 25, 2021 January 25, 2021 We’re in a brave new world of all-online scholarship application and adjudication process. Students entering PLU in fall 2021 as a first-year or transfer student with an interest in any of our varied Art & Design concentrations can still apply for an Artistic Achievement Award. Read more in this blog post for answers to frequently asked questions and additional context. We