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  • PLU seeks to educate students for lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care—for other people, for their communities, and for the earth.

    their students for lives of service in the world. Indeed, the cherished hallmark of the Reformation – freedom – remains linked to its corollary – mature responsibility – to others, their communities, and this earth. Thus, the faculty of Pacific Lutheran University enjoy the support of a religious community committed to liberal learning at the service of a just, peaceful, and humane future. Contributed by Samuel Torvend, Emeritus Professor of Religion.

  • Originally Published 1999 “The Artist, the thinker, the hero, the saint —who are they, finally, but the finite self radicalized and intensified? . . . The difference between [them] and the rest of us . . . is a willingness to undergo the journey of…

    , sense, think, and act in new ways. In this gap between Flatland and the journey of intensification into particularity resides the possibility for students to develop capacities for discrimination that constitute the difference between hostility and hospitality, fear and courage, isolation and community, self-absorption and self-transcending delight —discriminations that make the difference between a richer and a more diminished life. Professor of Religion Emeritus and Faculty Fellow Dr. Patricia

  • Gender and Sexuality Electives KINS 315: Body Image (Mallory Mann) PSYC 375: Psychology of Women (Michelle Ceynar) SOCI 494: Gender and Violence (Kate Luther) Critical Race Studies Electives PSYC

    J-Term GSRS Electives Gender and Sexuality Electives KINS 315: Body Image (Mallory Mann) PSYC 375: Psychology of Women (Michelle Ceynar) SOCI 494: Gender and Violence (Kate Luther) Critical Race Studies Electives PSYC 387: Race, Anti-Racism and Child Development (Laura Shneidman) RELI 240: African American Religious Traditions (Suzanne Crawford-O’Brien) Spring 2023 Electives Gender and Sexuality Electives ARTD 490: Gender and Art (Heather Matthews) ENGL 394: Ecofeminism (Adela Ramos) FREN 206

  • Five Lutes took the stage in the summer  of 2011 for Seattle Opera’s production of ‘Porgy and Bess.’ (Photo courtesy of Seattle Opera) Seattle Opera’s ‘Porgy and Bess’ – five Lutes, one stage, hitting the high notes in fun The recent Seattle Opera production of…

    a career in singing or opera? “Life isn’t a dress rehearsal,” she said. “Do your best work every time. Be accountable. Be flexible. Be able, ready and fierce with your art.” Like Van Mechelen, McIntyre arrived at PLU as a transfer student. She graduated with an English literature major, and a vocal and religion minor. McIntyre’s mother, Nancy McIntyre ’74, also graduated with a degree in education from PLU. After teaching in various places around the country, McIntyre now teaches theater arts in

  • 1.1 Describe key concepts, principles, and theories in psychological science 1.2 Develop a working knowledge of psychology's major subfields 1.

    Learning Goals & OutcomesAPA Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major Version 3.0Revised 08/30/24GOAL 1: Content Knowledge & Applications1.1 Describe key concepts, principles, and theories in psychological science 1.2 Develop a working knowledge of psychology’s major subfields 1.3 Portray significant aspects of the history of psychological science 1.4 Apply psychological content to solve practical problems 1.5 Provide examples of psychology’s integrative themesGOAL 2: Scientific

  • Associate Professor of Kinesiology | Department of Kinesiology | katicacp@plu.edu | 253-535-7636

    ., Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Central Washington University, 2002 Selected Presentations Katica, CP, Adams, NT, O’Malley, BL, Crompton, SR, Tire Pressures Impact on Physiological and Performance Variables in Wheelchair Basketball Players. Med Sci Sport Exerc, Poster presentation at the Virtual National ACSM Conference (June, 2021 Volume 53:5) Adams, NT, O’Malley, BL, Crompton, SR, Katica, CP, Comparing Heart Rate and Tire Pressure as Predictors of Performance in Wheelchair Basketball Sprint Tests

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  • Associate Professor of Kinesiology | Department of Kinesiology | farrartd@plu.edu | 253-535-7360

    core in K-12 health and physical education using technology, Spokane, WA (2015) SHAPE America National Convention. McConnell, K.E. & Farrar, T.D., Reinforcing the common core through health and fitness, Seattle, WA (2015) Professional Memberships/Organizations SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators Washington chapter of SHAPE America American Association for Health Education Association of Applied Sport Psychology

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  • Associate Professor of Kinesiology | Wild Hope Center for Vocation | farrartd@plu.edu | 253-535-7360

    core in K-12 health and physical education using technology, Spokane, WA (2015) SHAPE America National Convention. McConnell, K.E. & Farrar, T.D., Reinforcing the common core through health and fitness, Seattle, WA (2015) Professional Memberships/Organizations SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators Washington chapter of SHAPE America American Association for Health Education Association of Applied Sport Psychology

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  • TACOMA, WASH. (Dec. 2, 2019) — After almost six years of deliberation and preparation, Pacific Lutheran University is rolling out a prestigious new Master of Science in Kinesiology program. Aimed at both graduate students looking for rigorous curriculum blended with real-world experiences and working professionals…

    experience that prioritizes one-on-one learning in a practitioner-focused environment. Participants will choose between two concentrations, Applied Sport Psychology and Applied Exercise Science, and every student will pair with a faculty advisor to complete an applied, evidence-based final project before graduation. “We just have incredible faculty right now that, quite honestly, are unmatched. I mean that sincerely,” said Dr. Colleen Hacker, a PLU Kinesiology professor and medal-winning Olympics mental

  • Robert N. Bellah, the Elliott Professor of Sociology Emeritus at the University of California at Berkeley, was the lecturer for the annual David and Marilyn Knutson Lecture, Oct. 24. (Photo by John Struzenberg ’15) Adapting to the advancements of modernity By Katie Scaff ’13 How…

    come out,” Kakar told Bellah in a Q&A after the lecture. “You never leave any rock unturned in your research. I’m anxiously waiting for the next book.” Read Previous PLU professor presents keynote at premier sports and exercise psychology conference Read Next Dia de los Muertos COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024