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may also do some studies in library sciences. She wants to travel and gain conversational experience in the languages she is studying. Einan hopes to be a lifelong learner, and to inspire others to do the same.College of HumanitiesPacific Lutheran University’s Departments of English, Languages & Literatures, Philosophy, and Religion comprise the Division of Humanities. Drawing on a rich tradition, Humanities cultivates an intellectual and imaginative connection between a living past and the global
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for one-on-one time with the patient. “It’s cut my documentation down by about half. It also makes sure I don’t forget anything.” The new approach, she says, fits into her larger philosophy of caring for patients comprehensively: “It’s not only medical care. It’s care for the entire human.” Where she is now: Martin works as a nurse practitioner at six Providence clinics in Southwest Washington. She manages a regular patient panel at Hawks Prairie Internal Medicine.Transform lives with Pacific
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Instrumental Music Education Students my first year at PLU. I am tremendously proud of him.” All 25 Grammy semifinalists have the chance to earn $6,000 for their music departments. Haven said he would use the winning to buy instruments for students who can’t afford them. Haven, left, with Edwin Powell, PLU AssociateProfessor of Music, during Haven’s time at PLU. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) “Money should never hold back a student from music,” Haven said. Haven’s teaching philosophy extends beyond the band
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find purpose and meaning in their life. “It helps students identify different points in the journey of questions,” Holden explained. “It shows what the process looks like.” SIL director Eva Johnson, assistant education professor Steve Woolworth and assistant philosophy professor Pauline Kaurin made up the second panel. The three related their experiences in college to how things turned out in the rest of their life, an exercise first year Erik Arnits found especially helpful. “I really liked
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-month journey to a foreign country, both Fulbright teaching assistants have apprehensions. Along with rusty German speaking skills, Wilson said he’s nervous about feeling at home in his new community. He imagines he’ll take it all in stride. After all, it’s simply a matter of perspective. “My philosophy as a traveler has sort of been that there’s not really a bad situation, but only how you make it work,” he said. Hummel and Wilson leave for Germany in early September. Henrichsen received an
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. “You really need to be on them, and make sure they are successful,” he said. “If I’m not being strict and on top of things, they aren’t learning and I’m not doing my job.” That doesn’t mean the class doesn’t have fun. Birthdays and family events are celebrated. Teachers are encouraged to become part of the community. Pfaff said that the PLU philosophy of getting involved and making a difference has stood the in-the-world test here. “The world really does need people who care,” he said. “Alums with
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student from music,” Haven said. Haven’s teaching philosophy extends beyond the band room and is reflected in his motto: pursuing excellence as musicians, students and citizens. “I want my students to grow as people and think outside of themselves,” he said. “I hope they take what they do in music to help our school, their community and the world.”Haven’s work already has impressed his former instructors. “Micah is my former trumpet student and is just absolutely a truly world-class teacher in the
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at least as much about seeking meaning and purpose in life.A New York native, Professor Parker first found his love for Classics as a freshman at Vassar College, studying ancient Greek and western philosophy for his undergraduate degree. This inspired him to enter graduate school in the subject. After defending his doctoral dissertation at the University of Chicago, he began teaching courses in Classics here at PLU and has been finding ways to incorporate his passion into his teaching while
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Educator and Cheerleader: Dr. Brenda Llewellyn Ihssen Posted by: dupontak / May 13, 2021 May 13, 2021 By Allyson Lessard '23English and Philosophy MajorThe COVID-19 pandemic is presenting itself to be a challenging time for educators, but experienced professors like Dr. Brenda Llewellyn Ihssen are facing this challenge head-on.Dr. Llewellyn Ihssen is a professor in the religion department at Pacific Lutheran University and teaches classes in the university’s International Honors Program as well
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, Flenniken experienced firsthand the social implications and secrecy surrounding the events of the Hanford nuclear site, which she explores in her book, Plume. “I’m interested in the way our personal lives interact with the political direction of our country,” said Flenniken of her poetic inspiration. “Thinking about secrecy and the damage it can do to a community and to a society.” In addition to her work with young students, Flenniken also engages with poets across the state by highlighting their wide
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