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  • for hundreds of years,” he said. And now, hundreds of years later, these monasteries still remain standing, and have something to teach about how to live sustainably. His project focuses on a number of Benedictine monasteries in central Italy. The Italian government has applied for World Heritage status for 10 of these monasteries, which would enable them to receive funding for research and public events. Dr. Torvend’s research on the sustainable practices of Benedictine monks and nuns supports

  • couple of weeks, but for hundreds of years,” he said. And now, hundreds of years later, these monasteries still remain standing, and have something to teach about how to live sustainably. His project focuses on a number of Benedictine monasteries in central Italy. The Italian government has applied for World Heritage status for 10 of these monasteries, which would enable them to receive funding for research and public events. Dr. Torvend’s research on the sustainable practices of Benedictine monks

  • in the whales and wanted to know what we did and what we found,” she said. Higgins echoed her remarks, adding that she enjoyed being asked questions she had never thought about herself. Julie Smith, associate professor of biology at PLU, advised some of the students for the project. There is no better way to learn about science than actually doing science, she said. “Participating in research allows students to gain experience in the entire process from generating hypotheses, designing and

  • would be doing those things if it wasn’t for the opportunity PLU afforded me.” Jeff Clapp, associate professor of theatre, said Hobson has always shown audiences that he’s confident, ready and willing to take them on a journey with him. “The hardest job to get in this profession is a lead on Broadway,” Clapp said. “The second hardest job is to get a film project that has a major release. Louis has done both.” Hobson also isn’t afraid to be vulnerable with audiences, he added. “He is talented, has

  • looking to increase your own marketability in any field, an MBA could be your way up the corporate ladder. Pursuing an MBA will signal to your employers that you are serious about your next career steps and equipped for career changes.An MBA will help you to lead change and set yourself up for success. Possible careers changes and promotions available through an MBA are: Financial Manager Human Resources Manager Health Care Management Not only will an MBA give you the competitive edge needed to secure

  • DECADescription: PLU DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, no matter the major! We look to apply our learning, connect to business, and promote competition and community involvement. We develop PLU students’ through our competitive team and professional development events that improve your interpersonal/soft skills in the workforce. The team welcomes all students to compete in the five offered business event categories: marketing, finance (including accounting), hospitality, management, and

  • another course to count as their Domain-Specific Elective using the form given in the Documents Section of this site.  BUSA 310: Information Systems and Database Management (4) BUSA 467: Marketing Research (4) COMA 342: Applied Research (4) COMA 461: Advertising, PR + Campaigns (4) Selected CSCI 387/388/389/487/488/489: Special Topics in CSCI Courses (4) ECON 344: Econometrics (4) GEOS ESCI 331: Maps: Computer-Aided Mapping and Analysis (4) NURT 318: Research Methods (2) with NURT 319: Healthcare

  • should meet with professors at the beginning of the semester to discuss accommodations and the test schedule for each course. Maintain a positive attitude and a vision of the goal (program completion and first-time success on the NCLEX) Maintain personal wellness through healthy eating, adequate sleep, physical activity, healthy and responsible social activities Engage in anxiety control and stress reduction/management strategies as necessary before and during tests (centering, guided imagery

  • Franklin Pierce Foundation. He also has served on the board for the Tacoma Rainbow Center, including a term as board president from 2009 to 2011. He helped bring the organization to a level of financial security following turbulent times during the Great Recession. Alumni Service Award Edwin Tjiramba ’93 Tjiramba is acting executive director for the Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM). He also serves as the substantive director of communications and marketing at the

  • ‘Hi.’ Students are always here, like 7, 8, 9 p.m., still using this space (to study),” Beiermann said. “I have a better feeling of the pulse of how my students are doing, because I see them more. I’m more functionally visible.” Partnerships with related campus programs is also part of the Center’s offerings. For example, the Student Care Network — an online case-management system designed to connect vulnerable students to resources, help them navigate higher education and bolster care for Lutes