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Pandemic Performance: PLU theatre professor Jeff Clapp directs a live-stream virtual play Posted by: Silong Chhun / November 12, 2020 November 12, 2020 By Silong ChhunMarketing and CommunicationsOne thing about artists is their ability to find creative solutions during the unpredictability of the coronavirus pandemic.Adapting to COVID-19, the PLU Theatre and Dance Department has done just that to bring The Christians, a play about faith in America and the trouble with changing your mind, to

PLU Shines Light on Student Mental Health with GivingTuesday Campaign Posted by: Silong Chhun / November 30, 2020 Image: (Photo by John Froschauer/PLU) November 30, 2020 This GivingTuesday, Pacific Lutheran University will challenge the community to raise an additional $8,470 for student mental health services. GivingTuesday kicks off December 1, to inspire individuals and organizations to transform their communities and their world.“Mental health resources support an essential aspect of

PLU Rises to 11th in the West in 2023 U.S. News Rankings Posted by: Zach Powers / September 14, 2022 Image: PLU students Isabella Daltoso ’23 (left) and Jenny Kamimura ’24 (right). September 14, 2022 By Zach Powers ‘10Marketing and CommunicationsPLU climbed three spots, from 14th to 11th, in the U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best regional universities in the West. PLU was one of only three Pacific Northwest universities ranked in the top 12 of the highly competitive category

Poster Presentations Posted by: priggekl / May 10, 2016 May 10, 2016 Spring Poster PresentationsOn Monday May 2nd, our graduating Seniors presented their research to peers and faculty and staff on a variety of topics. Congratulations on a job well done! Read Previous PLU Alumni Named Pierce County Nurse of the Year Read Next Two Nursing Students to National Championship with Women’s Rowing Team LATEST POSTS Dr. Mary Moller – 2018 APNA Psychiatric Nurse of the Year April 30, 2019 Isabella Zubrod

aligned to pursue the chemistry degree. What did you learn as a biology TA and chemistry stockroom worker? As a TA, I found myself learning new ideas from students that I might not have thought of, on the same question I had a couple of years ago. I love working with Marlys [Nesset], she puts me on dish duty, but that is what I choose to do. It humbles you. If I did not do this, people would not be able to do their lab experiments.Tell me about your interest in medical school. When I was a kid, I

, Saavedra received an academic scholarship, College Bound scholarship, Anderson-Van Beek Service Scholarship, Keller, Joseph & Guycelle Scholarship and a residential assistant stipend. Saavedra spoke with us about why she chose PLU and how she believes her vocation can support marginalized groups. 1. How did you hear about PLU, and why did you choose to go here? I heard about PLU from a previous teacher/mentor that graduated from PLU in the early or late 2000s. I also was part of a program in high

schoolwork, marriage, sports and anything in between. It is a part of a special bond that began four years ago when Thomas first set foot on campus. “It’s therapeutic for me,” Thomas said. “I’ve been honest with him since Day 1 and he knows everything about me. I’ve had relationships like this in the past, but never to this extent. “I consider him family.” With the last game of the regular season at 8 p.m. tonight against Linfield University in Olson Gymnasium, the pair once again will meet to chat

Andrew Whitney ’12 directs program to pair Tacoma students with local internships Posted by: bennetrr / March 16, 2021 Image: Andrew Whitney ’12 poses on 11th with Tacoma behind, Friday, Feb. 19, 2021. Whitney is the Tacoma Site Director with Degrees of Change, an agency who’s missions statement reads “We prepare diverse, homegrown leaders to succeed in college and career in order to build more vibrant and equitable communities” . (Photo/John Froschauer) March 16, 2021 By Rosemary Bennett

Alumni mentorship helps student land dream internship in Boston Posted by: vcraker / September 2, 2021 Image: Keegan Dolan in Downtown Boston outside the headquarters of the Analysis Group (photo by Derek Palmer) September 2, 2021 By Lisa PattersonPLU Marketing & Communications Guest WriterHard work pays off. Networking is key. Relationships are everything. While this advice might sound cliché, people give it often, and for good reason. Just ask Pacific Lutheran University’s Keegan Dolan ‘22

vocation intern and Wild Hope Fellow. He has found ways to use his interest and expertise in vocation and philosophy to inspire his peers through his vocation drop-in hours, which he hosts every Monday from 5:30-7:30 pm. Etzell became involved in Wild Hope during his junior year after being recommended for the Wild Hope Fellows Program. He applied out of curiosity, and learned quickly that the Fellowship is for people who value reflection, curiosity, and wonder. “We work together to learn more about