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TACOMA, WASH. (Nov. 2, 2017)- “What makes an American an American?” This is a question Thomas Kim ‘15 thinks about often. As a newly married third-year law student with employment lined up after graduation, an activist philanthropist and an upstanding community member, Kim checks all…
to contribute to this society,” he said. “And to continue to live the American dream here.” Read Previous Lutes, local inmates share storytelling experience Read Next MFA alumnus — out of options to treat his cancer — works to raise $500,000 for clinical trial COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal
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TACOMA, WASH. (August 24, 2015)- This week, PLU introduced “Open to Interpretation,” a new podcast devoted to exploring the meanings and implications of words commonly used in the news, on social media and on college campuses. Hosted by Associate Professor of Communication Amy Young, each…
relatively equally, to be heard and to hear from others. If you don’t have visual cues, you really don’t want a cast of thousands—it’s messy, it’s overly complex and it’s too hard to follow. And, I think you can be strategic with two to four people in terms of finding a few people who have a kind of beautiful, easy chemistry. Managing personalities is integral, I think, to this kind of podcast format. Read Previous PLU Ranks in Top 4% of America’s Best Master’s Universities Read Next PLU Hosts Rwanda’s
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Melanie Helle ’97 walked into a new job in 2020, during the first year of the Covid pandemic. “That was my first year — the pandemic, virtual learning. I was learning on the job,” says the director of special services at Chief Leschi Schools, operated…
SchoolsChief Leschi is one of nearly 200 tribal schools in the United States. Operated by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, it enrolls 670 students in preschool through high school. Visual representations of Northwest Native culture and art are present throughout the school, and the curriculum is infused with the tribe’s cultural heritage. The architectural design of the campus reflects the concept of the circle — which reflects beliefs about the natural world and humanity’s place in the circle of life. At
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Nancy Nelson’s path to a career in education was a nontraditional one. So it’s no surprise that her journey led her to a special kind of school. Since fall 2020, Nelson has served as director of career and technical education (CTE) at Chief Leschi Schools,…
. Jenifer Leavens ’18 is the third and final Lutes we will be highlighting from Chief Leschi Schools, following Jenifer Leavens ’18 and Melanie Helle ’97. Previous Lute Powered series include Amazon, MultiCare Health System, City of Tacoma, Port of Tacoma, and Educational Service District 113.About Chief Leschi SchoolsChief Leschi is one of nearly 200 tribal schools in the United States. Operated by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, it enrolls 670 students in preschool through high school. Visual
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We will accept take any form of transcript you may have kept over the years, and in any format. If your schooling is a project-based curriculum instead of a traditional in-person or online
to complete the deficiencies during your first year at PLU. Beyond the above two subjects, we require that students meet state graduation requirements and are able to provide proof of a diploma/GED before entering PLU. Typical Washington State requirements: English – Four years Social Studies – Three years Science – Three years Visual or Performing Arts – One year Electives – Three years (selected from the areas listed above, as well as courses in additional college preparatory subjects. Courses
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Sophia Barro ’22 is a senior education major and religion minor at PLU. She recently completed full-time student teaching at Lakeview Hope Academy. We spoke with Barro about her experiences at PLU and as a student teacher, and about the values she hopes to inspire…
subjects and through practices that elevated and uplifted the assets that each student brought to the table. Half of my students were multilingual learners (MLL). I learned strategies that promote meaning-making and a multi-modal approach to working with MLL students. These strategies utilize visual thinking, and what the students already know and wonder about to facilitate meaningful conversations. One of my favorite things that I did with my students was introduce new “words of the week.” My students
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Students of Color, Queer Students, & First in Family Students The Spirit of Diversity Awards is excited to recognize ALL graduating seniors who identify as Students of Color, Queer Students,
Amy Wooten and Junior Curtis Wildung, this scene expanded upon athletics R-word campaign and highlighted the oppressions faced by those with physical and intellectual disabilities through a crisp and professional looking visual and interactive element Emerging Leaders: Rick Eastman: Joel Zylstra 2013Faculty + Staff: Jan Lewis Peggy McKenna Nicole Juliano Students: Blake Neace Karina Sandoval Tommy Flanagan Nicole Jordan Emerging Leaders: Andrew Morris Rick Eastman: Cheryl Cristello
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We will accept take any form of transcript you may have kept over the years, and in any format. If your schooling is a project-based curriculum instead of a traditional in-person or online
criteria, you may still be offered admission. You will be required to complete the deficiencies during your first year at PLU. Beyond the above two subjects, we require that students meet state graduation requirements and are able to provide proof of a diploma/GED before entering PLU. Typical Washington State requirements: English – Four years Social Studies – Three years Science – Three years Visual or Performing Arts – One year Electives – Three years (selected from the areas listed above, as well as
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We will accept take any form of transcript you may have kept over the years, and in any format. If your schooling is a project-based curriculum instead of a traditional in-person or online
criteria, you may still be offered admission. You will be required to complete the deficiencies during your first year at PLU. Beyond the above two subjects, we require that students meet state graduation requirements and are able to provide proof of a diploma/GED before entering PLU. Typical Washington State requirements: English – Four years Social Studies – Three years Science – Three years Visual or Performing Arts – One year Electives – Three years (selected from the areas listed above, as well as
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TACOMA, WASH. (April. 19, 2016)- “Güeros,“ an award-winning drama set in Mexico City, will screen at Pacific Lutheran University on April 27 at 6 p.m. in room 101 of the Administration Building. The screening was organized by Christian Gerzso, PLU visiting assistant professor of English. He…
PLU faculty member and acclaimed filmmaker were friends as teens in Mexico City, will reunite for screening of “Güeros” Posted by: Zach Powers / April 19, 2016 Image: “Güeros is an Alice in Wonderland in Mexico City, an incredible visual and sensory exercise on a group of characters orphans of home and identity.” -Alejandro Alemán, El Universal April 19, 2016 By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (April. 19, 2016)- ``Güeros,`` an award-winning drama set in Mexico City
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