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  • Communication, Media, & Design Arts https://www.plu.edu/catalog-2023-2024/undergraduate-program/program-curriculum-information/communication-media-design-arts/

    380 : Modern Art - CX The development of art from 1900 to the present, with a brief look at European and American antecedents as they apply to contemporary directions. (4) ARTD 383 : Studies in Art History - CX A selected area of inquiry, such as a history of American art, Asian art, the work of Picasso, or similar topics. May be repeated for credit. (4) ARTD 387 : Special Topics in Art This course in intended for unique opportunities to explore artistic expression, provided by visiting artists or

  • Course Descriptions https://www.plu.edu/anthropology/course-descriptions/

    of archaeology and about a few of the more exciting archaeological discoveries worldwide (Kennewick Man, King Tut, Machu Picchu, etc.). This will include seeing the instructor make flaked stone tools out of obsidian and discuss how such knowledge helps to inform us about the past. The course will also explore what has influenced the nature of "knowledge" about archaeological discoveries by looking at how they have been interpreted and understood in the sociopolitical contexts of the modern

  • Religion https://www.plu.edu/catalog-2023-2024/undergraduate-program/program-curriculum-information/religion/

    development, expansion, and contemporary issues. (4) RELI 211 : Religion and Literature of the Hebrew Bible - RL, IT This course introduces students to the critical study of the books in the Hebrew Bible Canon. Students will become familiar with the socio-historical context of these biblical books and their major theological themes; explore in depth a representative selection of Hebrew Bible texts; learn about a variety of historical, theological, and interpretive approaches by means of which to

  • The Importance of Dead Languages https://www.plu.edu/prism/news/the-importance-of-dead-languages/

    The Importance of Dead Languages Posted by: hoskinsk / May 6, 2020 Image: Beowulf manuscript May 6, 2020 By Reece Schatz '22English MajorAs a professor in the Department of Languages and Literature, Dr. Collin Brown teaches Norwegian language and Nordic studies at Pacific Lutheran University. However, his love for his work runs so deep, he also started and manages a club called “The Dead Languages Society.”As a member of this club myself, allow me to explain what we do. The Dead Languages

  • Black History Month: Black Art Matters Exhibit https://www.plu.edu/library/news/black-history-month-black-art-matters-exhibit/

    Black History Month: Black Art Matters Exhibit Posted by: Holly Senn / January 31, 2023 January 31, 2023 Black Art Matters uplifts the diverse contributions of Black visual artists working a variety of mediums. Art as a creative expression examines history, contemporary life, and the future by documenting lived experiences; engaging social commentary, protest and social justice; surfacing uncomfortable histories; exploring emotion; creating parodies; and embracing new ways of representing ideas

  • Other Places https://www.plu.edu/iss/life-at-plu/travel-pnw/other-places/

    North America. With amazing nature, this is a must-see. Victoria, British Columbia Just a short ferry ride over the Puget Sound will take you to beautiful Victoria, British Columbia.

  • Pre-Law https://www.plu.edu/political-science/pre-law/

    , and coursework aimed at developing intellectual skills and resources apt to generate success in legal study and practice. Recent successful PLU applicants to law schools have taken such diverse courses as those in the anthropology of contemporary America, social science research methods, American popular culture, English Renaissance literature, news writing and argumentation, recent political thought, international relations, freelance writing, intermediate German, animal behavior, neuropsychology

  • Summer Programs in China https://www.plu.edu/confucius-institute/past-programs/summer-programs-in-china/

    Information about Host Universities Beijing University of Technology: http://english.bit.edu.cn/UW in BeijingLocation: Beijing, China Program Terms: Summer Quarter Program Duration: 8 Weeks Credits: 15 UW credits Prerequisites: Minimum GPA 2.5 No prerequisite for 1st year Chinese. Prerequisite for 2nd year Chinese: 1st year Chinese (CHIN 103) or equivalent. Program description: UW in Beijing is collaborative initiative between the Department of Asian Languages & Literature and the Confucius Institute of

  • Upcoming Gallery Exhibition- “It’s All in the Details” https://www.plu.edu/comm-media-designarts/news/2018/09/17/its-all-in-the-details/

    described her recent relationship with the artists as a moment for her to “fan-girl”. Mare has collected work from all three artists over the years, and just recently reached out to them via Instagram for the show. “I actually completed my undergrad with Kristin!,” Mare remarked. “It wasn’t until this show that I reconnected with her, but I have been collecting her artwork for years.” “Her work will include her VIT Ceramics white line series, interpreting modern styles in contemporary ways.” Even though

  • Native American & Indigenous Studies https://www.plu.edu/catalog-2023-2024/undergraduate-program/program-curriculum-information/native-american-and-indigenous-studies/

    Students select 8 semester hours from the following courses that study Indigenous topics and perspectives. ENGL 213: Topics in Literature (4) (when the topic is ‘Literature of the PNW’) ENGL 288: Special Topics in English (4) (when the topic is ‘Indigenous Literature of North America’) HISP 322: Latin American Cultural Studies (4) HIST 333: Colonization and Genocide in Native North America (4) HIST 348: Lewis and Clark: History and Memory (4) HIST 351: History of Western and Pacific Northwestern U.S