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otherwise wouldn’t ask.” Etzell defines “vocation” as “creating a life which balances monetary needs, service to the world, and outlets for joy. Sometimes all of those can be the same thing.” Etzell thinks it is especially important for college students to participate in vocational discernment. “We are in a period of growth and change,” he says. “There is a lot of value in examining our relationship with others and our relationship to the career we want. We can root ourselves in a sense of purpose and

spring break, she had volunteered to help her high school teacher with music coaching. I have since learned that this kind of selfless service is a theme in Meagan’s life. As Faculty Advisor to Mu Phi Epsilon, I see how much she gives to this organization musically and socially every day– she is truly and exemplary Lute, modeling the very best in scholarly excellence and service. And– she’s a fabulous flute player, too! I’m delighted she was selected to perform in the Student Showcase this year– no

(planting) from a farmer’s perspective.” Formed in 2000 by the Emergency Food Network, Mother Earth Farm is an eight-acre organic farm that produces more than 150,000 pounds of fresh fruit and vegetables each growing season. All the produce is distributed directly to local food banks and hot meal programs. Through service learning projects and the student environmental club GREAN, PLU students have volunteered at the farm. Working there is as much an educational experience as it is manual labor, Mares

Campus Safety Director Tony Berger is thinking about just one thing, this day, or any other for that matter – how to keep a community of up to 4,500 people – students, staff, faculty and visitors – safe. After almost three years at PLU, Berger, 47, points with pride at a few features which makes the urban-suburban campus one of the safest in the region. There is an escort service available 24-7 to students who want a ride from anywhere on campus to their halls or nearby off campus housing. “In all, I

,” she said. OTR trips are a part of new student orientation where students register for an off-campus visit somewhere in the Puget Sound region with a group of other new students and orientation guides. The trips are tailored to different areas of interest and are divided into four categories: service, art and culture, outdoor recreation and just-for-fun. Melanie Deane, student coordinator for OTR, said that choosing places to go is based on what has been popular with students in the past. “I think

student unveiling for new signs. Monday, April 18 Starting at 10:30 a.m., Chapel will be a sustainability themed service with Professor Kevin O’Brien speaking. Starting at 3:45 p.m. there will be a Grand Sign unveiling and dedication of the Habitat Restoration site, followed by a meat free Monday tabling in the UC. Tuesday, April 19 From 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Earth Week speaker Greg Nickels will present “All Politics is Local: Even Global Warming,” in the Scandinavian Cultural Center of the UC. Wednesday

everything she wanted in life without ever giving back herself, a contrast to what PLU and Habitat have long partnered to do. “Giving back,” she said. “It’s why we did this.” Patty Krise said she kept telling herself not to look down as she creeped down the side of the building. But, she did look left: “I had a gorgeous view of the Puget Sound.” Joel Zylstra, director of the Center for Community Engagement and Service, said the Habitat Challenge was a fun way to spend a Friday. It’s the most recent way

event on March 6th.The critically acclaimed musical theater sensation, written and composed by former Peace Corps volunteer Matt Gould and actor and UgandaProject co-founder Griffin Matthews, is a departure from the event’s traditional lecture format, poignantly exploring the challenges and pitfalls of doing humanitarian work by inviting the audience to reflect critically on service, leadership and care in both global and local contexts.“At the most basic level, Americans are often taught that we

chemistry and metallurgy services needed during ship maintenance, repair, and modernization. Our work environment is very positive, with a focus on personal growth and professional development and advancement, and we take great pride knowing that the work we do serves the defense of our families, friends, and nation. We are looking to hire 2-3 chemists with excellent interpersonal and laboratory skills who share our values of service, excellence, integrity, teamwork, and ingenuity.” Students graduating

by March 31st PNWU will: ·         Waive the $500 acceptance fee ·         Waive the $50 supplemental application fee ·         Guaranteed an interview with MSOT faculty In addition, the first 10 applicants who complete their application in the Occupational Therapist Centralized Application Service (OTCAS) system between today and March 31st, if accepted to the program, will be awarded a $500 scholarship (https://otcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login). Applicants will also have an opportunity