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Chinese Studies major Natalie Burton graduated magna cum laude from PLU in 2013, but she might have taken her most high-profile class just this year: an “Up Close With the Masters” session with Vladimir Feltsman, one of the best-known concert pianists in the world. “Up Close with the Masters” classes are intimate work sessions put on by Portland Piano International each season in concert with its recitals. Offered to the public, for free, the classes provide young musicians an opportunity to see and

, author of best-selling travel books, including “Travel as a Political Act: How to Leave Your Baggage Behind.” The book, updated last year, is now in its third edition. Steves lives in Edmonds, Washington and travels the world as a television personality, public radio host, author, and activist. He travels for a good portion of the year, so if people aren’t saying “Bon voyage” any more, he’d notice. “The whole idea about traveling is to get out of your comfort zone, and to gain an empathy for the

Partners include Lakewood-based Clover Park School District, Parkland-based Franklin Pierce School District and Tacoma Public Schools. Five two-person teams of PLU science students plan lessons with classroom teachers. The project exposes the younger kids to a type of science instruction that busy classroom teachers might not otherwise have time to deliver, said Four Heroes teacher Britni Proudman. “It gets students excited about science,” Proudman said. Ksenija Simic-Muller, associate professor of

safe trip.” That’s according to Rick Steves, author of best-selling travel books, including “Travel as a Political Act: How to Leave Your Baggage Behind.” The book, updated last year, is now in its third edition. Steves lives in Edmonds, Washington and travels the world as a television personality, public radio host, author, and activist. He travels for a good portion of the year, so if people aren’t saying “Bon voyage” any more, he’d notice. “The whole idea about traveling is to get out of your

always assent to his/her own participation; assent being an active affirmation of a desire to participate. Research with children will be reviewed by the full HPRB at a convened meeting. See HPRB meeting schedule here. IMPORTANT NOTE: The HPRB requires criminal background checks for all investigators who will have unsupervised direct contact with minors. Many research sites already have this requirement in place (e.g., public schools, hospitals) and make provisions for having background checks

College Choir Tradition in America Who: Richard Nance, Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at PLU Bio: Dr. Richard Nance is professor of music and director of choral activities at Pacific Lutheran University, where he conducts the Choir of the West and Choral Union. He holds degrees from West Texas State University and Arizona State University, and prior to coming to PLU in 1992 he taught at Amarillo (Texas) College and the public schools of Texas and New Mexico. Nance is an active

student code of conduct. Criminal laws and the PLU student code of conduct have differing vocabulary, language, and processes. Process: A criminal investigation will be conducted by police or law enforcement, and require evidence. The PLU sexual misconduct process will be conducted through a one-person Investigation, and will be trauma-informed. Privacy: A criminal trial is open to the public. The PLU sexual misconduct process will remain as private as possible. Standard of Evidence: Criminal

, and through his work tries to validate and affirm all kids from all backgrounds at all times. “Many students are not engaged with caring adults who value their experiences and who validate them as well,” Cushman said. “I feel honored to be the teacher/mentor/coach of similar students because…they will be the future leaders of our communities.” In particular, Cushman concentrates his efforts on nurturing young African-American and Latino men. It is them, Cushman says, who perhaps face some of the

phones may be monitored and/or recorded by PLU to assist with incident response.Protecting YourselfIf you sense a potential threat, consider your options and take action immediately to get away from the danger. Yell or scream. Attract attention. Yell “Call the Police” and run toward a lighted public area. Go into an open business or building and call Campus Safety (x7911) or the Police/Sheriff (911). Describe what happened and where. Give a detailed description of the suspect, as well as a

own participation; assent being an active affirmation of a desire to participate. Research with children will be reviewed by the full HPRB at a convened meeting. IMPORTANT NOTE: The HPRB requires criminal background checks for all investigators who will have unsupervised direct contact with minors. Many research sites already have this requirement in place (e.g., public schools, hospitals) and make provisions for having background checks completed. If needed, PLU can help investigators obtain a