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September 8, 2008 Anderson gives state of PLU address PLU President Loren J. Anderson told an audience of academics and university staff last week that PLU is right on point in educating our students for a changing world. It’s a world, he added, that faces higher oil prices and a lower standard of living as a crowded globe tries to survive on fewer resources.“It’s been a shocking year for the global village,” Anderson said, marking his 17th State of the University address titled “PLU and the

April 2, 2012 Austin Goble ’09, Ruth Tollefson ’09, Raechelle Baghirov 05, listen while Sallie Strueby ’11, speaks during an Alumni panel discussion on service opportunities at PLU on Thursday, March 22, 2012. (Photo by John Froschauer) A life of service after PLU By Katie Scaff ’13 Volunteer service is about taking what you’re learning in the classroom and making it bigger, according to four recent PLU graduates. The grads, Sallie Strueby ’11, Austin Goble ’09, Ruth Tollefson ’09, and

July 30, 2011 Forty years of of serving and caring By Hailey Rile ’13 Marilynne (Buddrius ’68) Wilson Marilynne (Buddrius ’68) Wilson came to PLU planning to study social work. But a simple conversation with her parents one day led to a different career path. “I called home and told my parents I was in something I didn’t think I wanted,” Wilson said. “They called the minister. He called me and said, ‘what about a nurse?’ I said ‘okay.’”The Almira, Wash., native subsequently earned a bachelor’s

September 1, 2011 Book project gives voice to the past The memories of 60 years of the School of Nursing are being brought together for a book, being released this fall. The book examines the history of the school, the people who make up its pulse and personal perspectives from alumni. In it, the journey of a growing institution is captured and the memories of the people who are called to lives of care and service are recalled. The School of Nursing has alumni that serve in all corners of the

Faculty Feature: Meet Dr. Richard Nance, Professor of Music and Director of Choral Studies Posted by: Reesa Nelson / April 30, 2020 April 30, 2020 What is your educational background? I received my Bachelors of Music Education (1977) and Master of Arts in Choral Conducting (1982) from West Texas State University (now West Texas A&M) in Canyon, Texas. I received the Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting from Arizona State University in 1992. Why did you want to teach at PLU? As a choral

a trombonist, and James Dixon as a conductor. I’ve also had some significant experiences with other teachers, like Murry Sidlin and Henry Charles Smith. What is your favorite class to teach and why? That’s tough! I love the orchestra, of course. I find something wonderful about all of the courses I teach—the music history course, the introductory research course for our capstone students and composers, and, yes, even ear training. That last one in particular is crucial to the development of

Off to the Faeroes! Posted by: wardei / August 18, 2016 August 18, 2016 By Dr. Elisabeth I. WardDirector, Scandinavian Cultural Center4 days of adventure! Read Previous PLU’s Scandinavian Cultural Center selected for Registrars to the Rescue service project LATEST POSTS PLU’s Scandinavian Cultural Center selected for Registrars to the Rescue service project July 28, 2016

Results & Photos of Juried Student Art Exhibit 2021 Posted by: Reesa Nelson / November 15, 2021 November 15, 2021 The Department of Art & Design congratulates all students whose art was included in the Juried Student Art Show! The juror, Lauren Boilini, selected a variety of works to be included in the show and called out several for prizes and honorable mentions. Lauren’s comments are included below in italics. The Juried Student Art Show is open 8am-4pm in Ingram Hall through December 8, 2021

Lutes celebrate another impactful Bjug Day of Giving: a PLU tradition in support of students Posted by: mhines / October 29, 2024 Image: Students, faculty and staff gathered in the Anderson University Center for a Bjug Day of Giving campus celebration on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 (Photo PLU / Sy Bean) October 29, 2024 By Miranda BeiermannConstituent EngagementThe PLU campus community is grateful to the nearly 2,000 Lutes who came together to celebrate and support what they love at PLU during

obligation to give back. That doesn’t just mean a financial gift. It’s also in my time, my attention, my participation in church governance, and my contribution to organizations that do what I think Jesus told us to do.”Generations of Lute Pride: The Harstad and Watness Families' Deep Connection to PLUFor over a century, PLU has continued to play a significant role in the family history of the Harstad and Watness families and their kin.  Watness and his family embody Lute pride and the spirit of giving