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  • Curious about what it’s like to major in Communication at PLU? In this quick video, Professor Amy Young breaks down the essentials of the program, from the dynamic courses you’ll take to the real-world skills you’ll gain. Whether you’re into film studies, media, public relations,…

    this one-minute video to get the inside scoop from one of PLU’s professors! For more details, check out the PLU Communication program. Read Previous 5 Tips for Writing a College Essay Read Next 5 Things You Should Know About Living On-Campus at PLU LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with Zari Warden November 19, 2024 Major Minute Monday: Global Studies November 18, 2024 You Ask, We

  • The PLU Theatre & Dance Department is lucky to have Amanda Sweger as a faculty member. Amanda has taught at PLU since fall 2012. She focuses on lighting and scenic design and has a professional practice outside the classroom. Continue reading to get to know…

    I worked on nearly every show, doing a variety of onstage and offstage work. I discovered that I am good with my hands, a great problem solver, and have an excellent artistic eye. I chose a respected conservatory in St. Louis to continue my training and there I discovered scenic design. After working in summer stock and designing in Philadelphia, I was accepted at Northwestern as a Lighting/Scenic Hybrid. I graduated with a primary emphasis in both disciplines, the first person to do so in 12

  • To: All students and families From: Office of the President Date: Wednesday, April 29 at 3:30 p.m. Dear students and families, My oldest son, a first-year university student, recently quipped, “Remote learning was okay for a few weeks, but I just want to get back…

    of hygiene supplies. Student care resources. The Student Care Network provides support and resources for students using a hybrid approach that engages students through in-person and online interactions to provide care and support. These are just a few important examples of how PLU is demonstrating our commitment to welcome you to campus while caring for your safety. Of course, you likely have many more questions and will seek additional certainty as we get closer to the fall term. I encourage you

  • The PLU Theatre & Dance Department is lucky to have Amanda Sweger as a faculty member. Amanda has taught at PLU since fall 2012. She focuses on lighting and scenic design and has a professional practice outside the classroom. Continue reading to get to know…

    I worked on nearly every show, doing a variety of onstage and offstage work. I discovered that I am good with my hands, a great problem solver, and have an excellent artistic eye. I chose a respected conservatory in St. Louis to continue my training and there I discovered scenic design. After working in summer stock and designing in Philadelphia, I was accepted at Northwestern as a Lighting/Scenic Hybrid. I graduated with a primary emphasis in both disciplines, the first person to do so in 12

  • TACOMA, WASH. (April 13, 2020) — Six teams of PLU students, the university’s largest-ever cohort, participated in the 34th annual Mathematical Contest in Modeling on Feb. 13-17 — an international competition that challenges students to solve real-world math problems over the course of a grueling…

    Largest-ever PLU student cohort participated in rigorous mathematical modeling competition Posted by: Marcom Web Team / April 13, 2020 Image: Hosted by the Consortium for Mathematics and its Application (COMAP), the Mathematical Contest in Modeling competition allows student teams of three roughly 100 hours to solve an open-ended problem that challenges their mathematical modeling, computer programming and writing skills. April 13, 2020 By Kaitlin ArmstrongMarketing & Communications Guest

  • The Out to Innovate™ Scholarships , established in 2011, are intended for LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) programs. The scholarships are designed to promote academic excellence and increased visibility of talented LGBTQ+ students in STEM careers.…

    Innovate Scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year, which includes first ($5000) and second ($2500) place graduate and undergraduate scholarships. The mission of scholarship program is to: Award scholarships to LGBTQ+ students currently enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or STEM-related teaching fields. Honor students who support a creative educational community that increases the visibility and the accomplishments of LGBTQ+ and supportive students Encourage students

  • They call it the crows nest. On the top floor of the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the PLU costume shop is abuzz, preparing for Macbeth, which opens with a student preview on May 8. The new space is, for all involved,…

    granted creative control. “Usually Kathy picks the designs and fabrics, but I have undertaken projects where there were no designs or fabrics,” Schultz said. This really comes down to the scale of the production. Costumes for ‘Macbeth’ hang ready for rehearsals … and then the real performances. For Macbeth, Anderson has optioned dark tones. “There’s lots of blood, lots of killing, but there needs to be some light moments as well,” she says, smiling. “She’s really come alive in this new space,” Schultz

  • Regents recognize faculty, student leaders At the annual spring meeting, the Board of Regents approved 12 faculty recipients of Regency Advancement Awards and recognized student and faculty leaders. The Regency Advancement Awards are intended to enhance opportunities for professional development and encourage faculty to pursue…

    May 9, 2008 Regents recognize faculty, student leaders At the annual spring meeting, the Board of Regents approved 12 faculty recipients of Regency Advancement Awards and recognized student and faculty leaders. The Regency Advancement Awards are intended to enhance opportunities for professional development and encourage faculty to pursue scholarship and creative projects. The annual awards are competitive, and faculty member must submit detailed applications about their proposed project. Each

  • Hebrew Idol showcases a different view of the Bible, theology By Chris Albert According to Assistant Professor of Religion Antonios Finitsis, there’s one real advantage to teaching a religion course: Nobody really knows all it entails. “They think religion is confined,” he said. “People do…

    hosted by Finitsis himself. Ryan Seacrest he’s not, but he’s no slouch, either. Before diving into academia, Finitsis was a MTV-VJ in his homeland of Greece. Over the last three years, he’s seen students tell stories through the lens of reality shows, comedies, epics, dramas and a few creative surprises along the way. The only rule: Each presentation has to arrive at an opinion about a story. How they get there, however, is up to them. “Learning doesn’t have to be painful,” Finitsis said. “It can be

  • They call it the crows nest. On the top floor of the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the PLU costume shop is abuzz, preparing for Macbeth, which opens with a student preview on May 8. The new space is, for all involved,…

    granted creative control. “Usually Kathy picks the designs and fabrics, but I have undertaken projects where there were no designs or fabrics,” Schultz said. This really comes down to the scale of the production. Costumes for ‘Macbeth’ hang ready for rehearsals … and then the real performances. For Macbeth, Anderson has optioned dark tones. “There’s lots of blood, lots of killing, but there needs to be some light moments as well,” she says, smiling. “She’s really come alive in this new space,” Schultz