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Q & A with ASPLU Environmental Justice Director https://www.plu.edu/admission/blog/q-a-with-asplu-environmental-justice-director/

freshmen who very much care about the same topics. So getting to create the Student Sustainability Committee was certainly fulfilling . It was great to meet with folks who are like-minded and I’m excited to build upon that. What goals do you have for this school year as the ASPLU Environmental Justice Director? My goal is to make changes that will last beyond me. We often see people come into positions like these who are super passionate but then the foundation isn’t laid for the future. I really hope

Brian Sung ’24 discusses his business and econ majors, Oxford trip, and PLU experience as a first ge https://www.plu.edu/natural-sciences/news/brian-sung-24-discusses-his-business-and-econ-majors-oxford-trip-and-plu-experience-as-a-first-generation-chinese-immigrant/

an international honors student with a double major in business and economics and a double minor in data science and statistics. Outside the classroom, he’s served as DECA Club president, a resident assistant, and an intern at Russell Investments. We recently met with the busy senior to discuss academic experience at PLU. What sets PLU apart from other universities? I think PLU is unique because the professors really care about you. I thought I was this weird Chinese immigrant coming here from

PLU will launch into Earth and Diversity Week with the Schnackenberg Memorial Lecture and the Steen https://www.plu.edu/natural-sciences/news/plu-will-launch-into-earth-and-diversity-week-with-the-schnackenberg-memorial-lecture-and-the-steen-family-symposium/

PLU’s Earth & Diversity Week. Steen Family Symposium Steen Family Symposium on Environmental Issues April 17-19 | Free and open to the public Established in 2022 through a gift from David ‘57 and Lorilie Steen ’58, the Steen Family Symposium brings informed speakers who challenge current thinking and propose healthy change to the PLU campus for the purpose of contributing to educate for “lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care — for other people, for their communities and for the

Nicole Jordan ’15 discusses her new role at PLU’s Center for Gender Equity https://www.plu.edu/social-work/news/nicole-jordan-15-discusses-her-new-role-at-plus-center-for-gender-equity/

community. I decided ultimately on social work because I believe wholeheartedly in the core values and I wanted them to guide my work throughout my life. Since graduation, you have worked with young people and have accomplished so much. How do you think those experiences prepared you for your new job at PLU? I have worked with youth and young adults in many different ways. Youth in foster care, youth who were incarcerated, youth exploring their spirituality, etc. Youth teach you how to stay humble

THRIVE at PLU https://www.plu.edu/student-life/co-curricular-programs/thrive/

, timelines and mounting pressures. Frequently we can get lost in the minutiae of our everyday busy-ness. We often try to divert the time that was meant for sleep or self-care, with a belief that it is necessary for increased productivity. Unfortunately, less sleep and self-care tends to be linked to less productivity. Instead, we suggest that the end of this academic semester is the time to pause and reflect. Although counter-intuitive at first glance, with the timelines coming due and snowballing

Facilities https://www.plu.edu/natural-sciences/facilities/

Anders Ramstad, a professor of chemistry from 1925 to 1961. A new wing was added in 1959, and a major renovation designed by Michael Fogde and Ted A. Werner was undertaken in 1985. That same year saw the end of Ramstad Hall’s use for science work, which moved to the newly completed Rieke Science Center. In the years since Ramstad Hall has been home to nursing, psychology, and various student services offices. The Carol Sheffels Quigg Greenhouse is named in honor Carol Sheffels Quigg, a generous donor

From Opportunity to Opry https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2015/06/05/from-opportunity-to-opry/

emphasized. Students with professional concerns must be prepared to meet the modern world with both technical skills and capacity for innovation. The Department of Art & Design programs at PLU stress individualized development in the use of mind and hand. Read Previous PLU Welcomes Doctor of Nursing Practice Cohort as First Doctoral Program Read Next A PLU Economics Degree: The First Step For Many World-Changing Lutes COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you

Eagle vs. fox: Lute snaps breathtaking viral photos https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2018/05/30/eagle-vs-fox/

that went viral. (Photo by Kevin Ebi '95, livingwilderness.com) Read Previous Lute’s creative background in broadcast and music production is ‘the straw that stirs the drink’ Read Next Sen. Patty Murray tours PLU campus, gets glimpse inside School of Nursing facilities 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 Three students share how scholarships support them in

PLU’s own Crystal Aikin to headline on-campus Gospel Experience Concert during Black History Month https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2019/02/05/gospel-experience-concert/

from PLU with a degree in nursing and thought she’d found a career in that field until a 2008 audition for Black Entertainment Television’s first all-gospel talent show, “Sunday Best.” Aikin would go on to beat out some of the country’s best church singers to win the contest and was awarded a major contract with Zomba Gospel — the largest gospel label in the world. “I think it’s wonderful when alums give back, stay connected,” Aikin said. “PLU is a part of my academic journey, but they’re also

New PLU course Chem 103 illustrates chemistry through food https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2019/08/14/new-plu-course-chem-103-illustrates-chemistry-through-food/

learning was really useful,” she said. “I think it’s something that I just hope we can continue to offer.” Read Previous Entrepreneur Justin Foster ’02 on making meaningful relationships with faculty Read Next New federal grant boosts PLU doctoral nursing students serving in underserved WA areas 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 Three students share how