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Life of the Mind: One student’s journey shapes the landscape of PLU, by imagining the past By Chris Albert Standing under the branches of a Garry oak tree on the hill behind the University Center, Reed Ojala-Barbour ’11 takes stock of the open space in…
, can do when he follows his passion. Reed Ojala-Barbour ’11, talks with Fred Tobiason, professor emeritus of chemistry, during the dedication of the Fred L. Tobiason Outdoor Learning Center at PLU on Monday, April 18, 2011. The project, culminating with a ceremonial blackberry-vine cutting this April, was three years in the making. When Ojala-Barbour was looking for a summer job upon returning to campus his sophomore year from Spain, it was suggested he apply for a Sustainability Fellowship. The
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Three PLU music ensembles will take their performances to venues near and far next month. Two vocal groups, Choir of the West and University Chorale, are traveling to Spokane to perform at the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) 2022 regional conference. University Wind Ensemble is…
regional conference. University Wind Ensemble is making an appearance much closer to home, on the campus of the University of Puget Sound for the College Band Directors National Association divisional conference.Choir of the West & University ChoraleThe PLU Chorale joins collegiate singers from six universities in presenting the opening concert of the Northwest ACDA Conference, with world-class conductor Edith Copley, headliner composer Morten Lauridsen, and professional orchestra. Chorale will open
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Swimmer Jay Jones rewrites the record books. And he’s only a sophomore. When PLU swimming head coach Jim Johnson recruited Jay Jones out of Mt. View High School in Vancouver, Wash., during the 2006-07 school year, he knew that the young man with an ordinary…
June 4, 2009 Swimmer Jay Jones rewrites the record books. And he’s only a sophomore. When PLU swimming head coach Jim Johnson recruited Jay Jones out of Mt. View High School in Vancouver, Wash., during the 2006-07 school year, he knew that the young man with an ordinary last name could be an extraordinary swimmer for his Lutes. In (swimming)recruiting you go by times, not like other sports such as basketball and football where it is more subjective,” Johnson said. “He had good times, so we knew
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TACOMA, WASH. (August 24, 2015)- This week, PLU introduced “Open to Interpretation,” a new podcast devoted to exploring the meanings and implications of words commonly used in the news, on social media and on college campuses. Hosted by Associate Professor of Communication Amy Young, each…
Assistant Professor of Communication Justin Eckstein. Young, who serves as Chair of the Department of Communication & Theatre, says she has long been a consumer of podcasts and that she is hopeful that “Open to Interpretation” will welcome listeners into conversations commonly found on college campuses and in intellectual communities.Listen NowEpisode 1: AdvocacyWhere did the inspiration for the premise of “Open to Interpretation” come from? When I was in graduate school, the only required course in our
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Are you already scheduling some of your fall college visits? If you’re checking out colleges in the Pacific Northwest, PLU should definitely be on your list! Here are some options to put on your calendar: Fall Preview Day – November 11 Our biggest fall event…
, the application process, and financial aid & scholarships. Plus, it’s merch week on campus, which means free PLU gear! Lute Life Days – October 11 & October 25 Come for a campus tour (always led by current students) and admission presentation. Choose the morning check-in time to add on lunch and the opportunity to sit in on a PLU class. Individual Visits Need a little more flexibility based on your schedule? Individual visits are available Monday-Friday and certain Saturday mornings. You’ll take a
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Do you love the outdoors? This fall, we’re launching a brand-new Outdoor Experience Community , one of our many themed learning communities (LCs) on campus. When living on campus, students have the option of living in a hall with a learning community that fits their…
, body size, or prior knowledge. Whether you’re a seasoned mountaineer or have never pitched a tent, there’s a place for you here. What can you expect from being part of the Outdoor Experience community? Besides epic adventures, you’ll also have the opportunity to engage in discussions, programs, and leadership development activities focused on outdoor recreation. These activities will help you hone your practical skills and deepen your connection to the natural world and to yourself. So, if you’re
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Forensics Team is Off to Another Strong Start PLU debaters who competed at Linfield College include, top row, left to right: Hannah Bates and Matt Aust and, bottom row, left to right: Angie Tinker, Brendan Stanton, Austin Ballard and Caila Fautenberry. (Photo: Kaitlyn Porter) Members…
last weekend by winning the most single-tournament world’s style debate awards in the program’s history. Senior division debate duo Angie Tinker and Brendan Stanton earned first place in the preliminary rounds and received a finalist award in a field of 32 teams. Junior division teams Hannah Bates/Matt Aust and Caila Fautenberry/Austin Ballard received awards for debating in the semifinals in a field of 28 teams. PLU debaters who competed at Linfield College include, top row, left to right: Hannah
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Dr. Amy Young, professor of communication, explains at this year’s TEDxTacoma What comes to mind when you think of the word “intellectual”? If you type “intellectuals are” into Google, the top three responses are “stupid,” “useless,” and “annoying.” Dr. Amy Young, professor of communication, argues…
Saturday, March 21 at 3pm. “I would argue, we seem irrelevant because we are lousy at talking about what it is we do, what it is we study, and why it matters,” Young says. Young researched this phenomenon in part of her new book, Prophets, Gurus & Pundits: Rhetorical Styles & Public Engagement (Southern Illinois University Press, 2014) where she describes the following. Until the early part of the 20th century experts, or “public intellectuals,” could translate expertise for audiences outside of their
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The Department of Music and School of Arts and Communication honor the inauguration of President Thomas W. Krise in a special concert featuring 31 of our world-class music faculty on Tuesday, September 25 at 8pm in Lagerquist Concert Hall. Performances will feature all the faculty resident ensembles…
Quintet, and Regency Jazz Ensemble – along with members of the voice, keyboard, and instrumental faculty. Repertoire was selected with PLU’s history in mind. “This is a special occasion. It’s first and foremost a celebration of the Inauguration of President Krise, and also a rare gathering of PLU faculty artists with a program featuring music with wide appeal,” Jim Brown, chair of vocal studies, says. “It’s a great opportunity for us to showcase our wonderful music faculty.” Svend Rønning, chair of
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PLU choirs and local orchestras will combine this spring to perform Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony three times this May, with the Everett Philharmonic Orchestra, PLU’s University Symphony Orchestra and the Tacoma Youth Symphony Orchestra. Tacoma Youth Symphony and Everett Philharmonic Orchestra conductor, Dr. Paul Elliott Cobbs,…
the ball just kept rolling. PLU’s University Symphony Orchestra Conductor Jeffrey Bell-Hanson approached Nance about doing the Ninth Symphony with the University Symphony Orchestra, so a third Beethoven performance was added. In addition to Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony choirs will also perform Beethoven’s in C-Major Mass, Opus 86, for the first two performances. The 47-minute work is for a four-voice choir and full orchestra. Saturday, May 11 | 7pm | Everett Civic Auditorium The Choir of the West
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