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  • The School of Arts and Communication Dean’s Awards for Excellence was awarded to nine extraordinary graduating students on May 24, 2017. The Dean’s Awards honor students for exceptional, tangible accomplishments, which could include: Independent research, student/faculty research or creative project A presentation or publication for a regional or national audience Regional or national academic competitions Superior performance in the performing arts Superior artistic creation in the studio arts

  • Acting Provost Joanna Gregson discusses how PLU faculty members embrace their identity as teacher-scholars, and the value of “learning by doing” for students who engage in collaborative research

    scholarly pursuits. For many academics, these are distinct activities. Like the student-athlete who spends time in the classroom and on the field — but doesn’t juggle a soccer ball in class or write papers during practice — the teacher-scholar at most universities teaches courses and carries out a scholarly research agenda, with little overlap. At Pacific Lutheran University, the teacher-scholar identity means something different. Yes, faculty members at PLU teach and conduct research. But we also teach

  • “PLU Master of Science in Kinesiology

    serves as lead advisor for the applied project. Inclusive – two required courses examine issues of diversity, justice and inclusion in order to inform how we do our work and how we can best serve a diverse population. Career Enhancing – designed to serve high growth professions and to enhance the skill set of novice and experienced practitioners in exercise, sport, performance and health related careers. /*

    Graduate Admission
    Pacific Lutheran University 12180 Park Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • expectations for outcomes-based data demonstrating the value of a college education, and return on investment. Changing business model for colleges/universities: Increased marketing to attract students, services, and financial support for the university. PLU Context: Leadership: President Thomas W. Krise began his tenure as the 13th President of PLU in June 2012. Donna Gibbs was appointed to the new position of Vice President for Marketing and Communication and joined the senior leadership team in

  • to making education their career wasn’t clear, but no matter when a passion for teaching is discovered that spark must be present, the panelists agreed. “I believe the spark was already in me when I was conceived,” Gordan said, a teacher at Mt. Tahoma High School. “It’s something you are born with. It comes from within.” Although Gordan knew teaching was something he always wanted to do, for others it was far from their minds when they entered college. “I didn’t want to work in education

  • The Parents and Families website is an information resource for parents, guardians, and families. In many cases, parents and family members have different questions than students do.

    Information for ParentsAt PLU, we realize most students don’t attend college alone. They are supported by their parents, relatives, friends and supporters. In many cases, parents and family members have different questions than students do. Many parents want to know how a university will help their son or daughter grow academically, personally and professionally. PLU is a place that strives to challenge and support students to grow in multiple areas of life. Academic life at PLU is rigorous

    Office of Alumni and Constituent Relations
    253-535-8555
    Office of Alumni and Constituent Relations
Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The Pacific Lutheran University Wind Ensemble is comprised of the some of the best performers of wind and percussion instruments at the University and is recognized as one of the finest groups of its

    stunning performing chamber music, selected transcriptions, concerti and original full ensemble repertoire spanning five centuries. The Wind Ensemble is committed to championing new music and has performed numerous world premiers each year. The ensemble performs four concerts on campus per season as well as appearing regularly at local schools, national conferences, festivals and special events. Recent highlights have included critically acclaimed performances at the College Band Directors Association

    Pacific Lutheran University Wind Ensemble
    Mary Baker Russell Music Center, Room 206 Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The Office for Congregational Engagement helps to create and sustain mutually enhancing partnerships between PLU and the congregations and synods of Region I of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in

    Lutes!More InformationPLUMS ScholarshipPLU will match any scholarship from a congregation or faith community up to $1000 annually. Guidelines are included on the application.Application HereConfirmation ScholarshipIf you are a high school student who has been confirmed in an ELCA congregation, then you are eligible for the Confirmation Scholarship! Please submit your application before your high school graduation date!Application Here

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