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The Glee Effect: PLU Adds Musical Theatre & Dance https://www.plu.edu/admission/blog/the-glee-effect-plu-adds-musical-theatre-dance/

in computer science while interning at Amazon, Cannon, and Pierce County June 13, 2024 Ash Bechtel ’24 combines science and social work for holistic view of patient care; aims to serve Hispanic community June 13, 2024 Universal language: how teaching music in rural Namibia was a life-changing experience for Jessa Delos Reyes ’24 May 20, 2024

You Ask, We Answer: What is NCAA Division III? https://www.plu.edu/admission/blog/you-ask-we-answer-what-is-ncaa-division-iii/

serve Hispanic community June 13, 2024 Universal language: how teaching music in rural Namibia was a life-changing experience for Jessa Delos Reyes ’24 May 20, 2024

Educational Policies https://www.plu.edu/faculty-governance/the-faculty-committee-system/educational-policies-committee/

university at the close of the school year Membership for 2024-25: Name: Tom Smith (smithtt@plu.edu) – Pro-tem Chair Department: Music, Theatre and Dance Committee Seat: Expires 2026 Contact: 253-535-7323 Name: David Wolff (wolffda@plu.edu) Department: Computer Science Committee Seat: Expires 2026 Contact: 253-535-8735 Name: Erik Hammerstrom (hammerej@plu.edu) Department: Religion Committee Seat: Expires 2027 Contact: 253-535-7225 Name: Hannah Pye (pyehc@plu.edu) Department: Nursing Committee Seat

Rank and Tenure https://www.plu.edu/faculty-governance/the-faculty-committee-system/rank-and-tenure/

written report to the faculty at least once a year. The chair of the committee shall file a record of the committee’s activities in duplicate reports–one with the faculty secretary and one with the president of the university at the close of the school year. Membership for 2024-25: Name: Zachary Lyman (lymanzt@plu.edu) Department: Music, Theatre & Dance Committee Seat: Expires 2025 Contact: 253-535-7612 Name: Paul Manfredi (manfrepr@plu.edu) Department: Global and Cultural Studies Committee Seat

The party has just begun with Theatre’s production, Love’s Labour’s Lost https://www.plu.edu/music-theatre-dance/news/2018/03/05/loves-labours-lost/

artist, Philip Lacey, directed the show alongside Assistant Director, Andrew Corse (Class of ’18), Music Director, Tyler Dobies (Class of ’16) and Choreographer, Rachel Winchester, who is also the Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance at PLU.TicketsMarch 9, 10, 15 (student discount performance), 16 and 17 at 7:30pm and March 18 at 2pmBuy“The ability to direct a musical has been a dream role of mine since coming to PLU. I believe I can speak for everybody in the show by saying that being able to work

Associate Professor and Chair Heather Mathews receives 2023 Faculty Excellence Award in Service https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2024/01/25/2023-faculty-awards-service-heather-mathews/

, characterized by transparency, inclusivity, and a genuine commitment to making people feel valued, sets her apart as deserving of the Faculty Excellence Award in Service. As a colleague noted, Mathews “is invested in this place, in making it better, and in making people feel like they matter.” University President Allan Belton (left) presents Heather Mathews (right) with the 2023 Faculty Excellence Award in Service. (PLU Photo / Emma Stafki) Read Previous Professor of Music Gina Gillie receives K.T. Tang

Hinderlie Hall https://www.plu.edu/residential-life/residence-halls/hinderlie-hall/

sitting around the lounges, chatting about the day or their latest creative ideas.Learning CommunitiesHinderlie Hall is home to the Community of Creative Expression and Gender Inclusive Housing learning community [1 wing]LocationHinderlie Hall is located on upper campus, conveniently located between the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (used by theatre and dance courses) and Mary Baker Russell Music Center. Hinderlie Hall is a central location across all of campus, with pathways

The party has just begun with Theatre’s production, Love’s Labour’s Lost https://www.plu.edu/theatre-dance/news/2018/03/05/loves-labours-lost/

artist, Philip Lacey, directed the show alongside Assistant Director, Andrew Corse (Class of ’18), Music Director, Tyler Dobies (Class of ’16) and Choreographer, Rachel Winchester, who is also the Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance at PLU.TicketsMarch 9, 10, 15 (student discount performance), 16 and 17 at 7:30pm and March 18 at 2pmBuy“The ability to direct a musical has been a dream role of mine since coming to PLU. I believe I can speak for everybody in the show by saying that being able to work

World Conversations https://www.plu.edu/wang-center/news-events/world-conversations/

presentations by students, faculty and visitors and participated in thoughtful dialogue about our changing world. Participants engaged the community on issues of justice, health, sustainability and peace. Music, dance, food and celebrations were enjoyed by all from around the globe. Former Vice President Walter F. Mondale presented his address, “The Changing World Conversation.” World Conversations 2009 included a keynote presentation by Professor Chuck Bergman on his ongoing research in the Amazon on

Alumni Recognition https://www.plu.edu/alumni-student-connections/get-involved/alumni-recognition/

athletic director. From a young age, Cohen has been fascinated with sports and new that it was a community that she would be a part of some day. Fulfilling her childhood dream, she was named the 15th athletic director in UW history; the only female athletic director in the Pac-12. During her time as a graduate student at PLU, Cohen worked in an athletic department that fostered a community of service-driven student athletes, which is something she strives for daily. She has helped reverse the