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Starbucks’ Use of Market Research Propels the Brand Posted by: wagnerjc / November 7, 2017 November 7, 2017 Starbucks expertly employs market research to craft marketing messages and stay informed about consumer sentiment. Businesses in the coffee industry are susceptible to many external risks, most of which they are not able to control or even influence. The list of external threats is long, ranging from vagaries in the weather to ethically sourced coffee, and Starbucks must develop agile
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Winners of the Inaugural Angela Meade Vocal Competition Posted by: Kate Williams / January 22, 2019 January 22, 2019 By Kate Williams '16Outreach ManagerInternationally known soprano, and PLU alum, Angela Meade ’00 offered a rare opportunity for PLU students considering a career as professional vocalists. Meade along with her husband John Myers, also a professional opera singer, established the endowment that made the competition a reality. After an initial review of all applicants, six
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April 26, 2010 REALLY?! Six PLU professors tackle common assumptions, age-old wisdom, folklore and controversies of the day. With a nod to the “Really?” column that frequently appears in the New York Times, we asked six faculty members from disparate disciplines to prove – or debunk – some common ideas of the day. You’ll be surprised what you think you know. A carbon tax will reduce pollution You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover The unexamined life is not worth living Nuclear weapons always
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August 24, 2010 Endowment support ensures the growth of ‘intellectual capital’ Throughout PLU’s history, thousands of alumni and friends of the university have been remarkably generous in providing the financial resources that have helped the university succeed. This kind of broad support made possible the construction of the first building on campus, Old Main (now Harstad Hall), and the latest, the Morken Center for Learning and Technology, as well as many of the buildings in between. Similar
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June 14, 2011 Renovations on Eastvold Auditorium continue, with Phase 1 of the project on schedule to be completed this August. (Photo by John Froschauer) Flurry of work continues on the PLU campus By Chris Albert Life on campus may slow down a bit during the summer – as far as the number of students – but work to support student success never stops. Construction projects, both big and small, help improve university facilities between move-out day in late May and first-year orientation in
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Expert panel to discuss the meaning of ‘sanctuary’ Posted by: Zach Powers / February 13, 2017 Image: [Wikipedia Image] February 13, 2017 TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 13, 2017)- On Monday, Feb. 27, at 5:30 p.m. in Chris Knutzen Hall PLU will host a panel discussion on the development, politics and practices of sanctuary movements.“In light of President Krise’s letters in support of immigrant students and ongoing conversations on campus about how best to support undocumented students and their families
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Nursing is consistently rated as one of the most trusted professions based on honesty and ethical standards. The nursing profession is governed by a Code of Ethics and a core set of values to which faculty and students are held. Professional values and their associated behaviors are foundational to the practice of nursing and are upheld in all aspects of the PLU School of Nursing and its educational programs. The required professional standards and guidelines for nursing and healthcare
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Dr. Maria Chávez APSA Member of the Month Posted by: Marcom Web Team / January 24, 2019 Image: Image: The Makerspace seats 30 people and offers opportunities for students to gather, collaborate and stretch their creativity. January 24, 2019 By American Political Science AssocationPLU Social SciencesDr. Maria Chávez American Political Science Association Member of the MonthFounded in 1903, the American Political Science Association is the leading professional organization for the study of
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Associate Director of the Peace Corps Visits PLU Posted by: Thomas Krise / May 2, 2014 May 2, 2014 Associate Director of the Peace Corps, Helen Lowman, visited PLU this week. PLU ranks 3rd nationwide for Peace Corps volunteers with 16 undergraduate alumni currently serving. Read the story here. Proud to be a Lute! *Note: All comments are moderated Read Previous Vice President for Student Life & Dean of Students Announcement Read Next Response to New York Times Article: ‘Bryan College Is Torn
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Isabella Zubrod – Women’s Volleyball Athlete of the Week! Posted by: Julie Winters / April 30, 2019 April 30, 2019 Zubrod tallied a double-double in both matches last week as the ninth-ranked Lutes remained undefeated in NWC play. Zubrod has 21 assists and 12 digs in a 3 set win over Puget Sound before collecting 14 assists and 12 digs in a 3-0 win over Willamette. Averaged 4.0 digs/set and 5.8 assists/set while also adding 14 kills and three aces. Congratulations Isabella! Read Previous
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