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  • The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics of Virginia Commonwealth University will host a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site in graph theory and computational mathematics. The REU will provide 8 undergraduates a hands-on introduction to computational research endeavors and improve their problem-solving, communication and…

    Research Experience for Undergraduates in Graph Theory and Computational Mathematics Posted by: nicolacs / January 25, 2023 January 25, 2023 The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics of Virginia Commonwealth University will host a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site in graph theory and computational mathematics. The REU will provide 8 undergraduates a hands-on introduction to computational research endeavors and improve their problem-solving, communication and computer

  • Lindsey Clark ’24 came to PLU knowing it was where she wanted to be. But Clark—a double major in mathematics and gender, sexuality, and race studies (GSRS)—says PLU challenged and changed her and expanded her worldview in ways she never before considered on her way…

    ​​Mathematics major Lindsey Clark ’24 is a Noyce scholar and future teacher Posted by: mhines / April 24, 2024 Image: Lindsey Clark, a double major in Math and Gender Sexuality and Race Studies, plans to becoming a high school math teacher after her Masters of Arts in Education program at PLU. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) April 24, 2024 By Mark StorerPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Lindsey Clark ’24 came to PLU knowing it was where she wanted to be. But Clark—a double major in mathematics

  • Lindsey Clark ’24 came to PLU knowing it was where she wanted to be. But Clark—a double major in mathematics and gender, sexuality, and race studies (GSRS)—says PLU challenged and changed her and expanded her worldview in ways she never before considered on her way…

    Mathematics major Lindsey Clark ’24 is a Noyce scholar and future teacher Posted by: Zach Powers / April 2, 2024 Image: Lindsey Clark ’24 will return to PLU in the fall to earn a Masters of Arts in Education and her teaching credential. (photos by Sy Bean/PLU) April 2, 2024 By Mark StorerPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Lindsey Clark ’24 came to PLU knowing it was where she wanted to be. But Clark—a double major in mathematics and gender, sexuality, and race studies (GSRS)—says PLU

  • Lindsey Clark ’24 came to PLU knowing it was where she wanted to be. But Clark—a double major in  mathematics  and  gender, sexuality, and race studies  (GSRS)—says PLU challenged and changed her and expanded her worldview in ways she never before considered on her way…

    PLUContemporary mathematics has played an integral role in the development of computer technologies, search algorithms, financial investing strategies, physical models of nature, fair redistricting voting models, and more.Clark says part the value of the CS-STEM program is meeting with PLU grad students in the Masters of Arts in Education Program. “I get to hear their experiences—the good, the bad, and the horrendous. It’s nice to share a space with other people who are also passionate about changing how we

  • By Michael Halvorson, ’85 This week is Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 3-Dec. 9) in the United States. I helped celebrate on Monday at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science at the University of Washington in Seattle. The event was sponsored by Code.org…

    Celebrate Computer Science Education Week Posted by: halvormj / December 5, 2018 Image: Halvorson discusses software and online learning with a student at PLU. December 5, 2018 By Michael Halvorson, ’85 This week is Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 3-Dec. 9) in the United States. I helped celebrate on Monday at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science at the University of Washington in Seattle. The event was sponsored by Code.org, an important non-profit organization committed to

  • Spencer Foundation invites proposals for education research projects Deadline: February 1, 2018 Award: up to $50,000 The Small Research Grants program is intended to support education research projects with budgets of $50,000 or less. In keeping with the Spencer Foundation’s mission, this program aims to…

    Grant opportunities for education research Posted by: hassonja / December 13, 2017 December 13, 2017 Spencer Foundation invites proposals for education research projectsDeadline: February 1, 2018 Award: up to $50,000 The Small Research Grants program is intended to support education research projects with budgets of $50,000 or less. In keeping with the Spencer Foundation’s mission, this program aims to fund academic work that will contribute to the improvement of education, broadly conceived

  • Each election cycle I’m reminded of how incredibly multi-disciplinary the responsibilities of our elected officials have become. Similarly, the challenges faced by the leaders of the world’s most successful corporations and NGOs grow ever more global, complex, and nuanced, seemingly by the day. Very few,…

    What election season reminds us about higher education Posted by: Thomas Krise / December 2, 2016 Image: (Photos by John Froschauer/PLU) December 2, 2016 Each election cycle I’m reminded of how incredibly multi-disciplinary the responsibilities of our elected officials have become. Similarly, the challenges faced by the leaders of the world’s most successful corporations and NGOs grow ever more global, complex, and nuanced, seemingly by the day.Very few, if any, of the world’s most urgent

  • Dr. Paul Sutton, Ph.D., Professor of Education, shares why it’s a great time to study education and why PLU is a great place to do so!

    Major Minute: Paul Sutton on Education Posted by: vcraker / August 18, 2021 August 18, 2021 Dr. Paul Sutton, Ph.D., Professor of Education, shares why it’s a great time to study education and why PLU is a great place to do so! Read Previous Major Minute: Tom Smith on Theatre & Dance Read Next Major Minute: Sergia Hay on Philosophy LATEST POSTS YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with Zari Warden November 19, 2024 Major Minute Monday: Global Studies November 18, 2024 You Ask, We

  • Washington Women In Need Education Grant Accepting Applications February 11, 2019 – April 15, 2019 For the 2019-2020 school year WWIN will make up to 130 Education Grants, each worth up to $5,000 to be used for tuition and required books at Washington State Colleges…

    WWIN Education Grant – Accepting Applications Soon! Posted by: alemanem / February 7, 2019 February 7, 2019 Washington Women In Need Education Grant Accepting Applications February 11, 2019 – April 15, 2019 For the 2019-2020 school year WWIN will make up to 130 Education Grants, each worth up to $5,000 to be used for tuition and required books at Washington State Colleges and Universities. In addition, women will be selected that exceptionally represent WWIN’s values, to join our Star Scholar

  • Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) Are you interested in pursuing a career in medicine, dentistry, or public health?  If so, please consider applying to the SHPEP at the University of Washington. SHPEP is a free six–week academic enrichment program with a goal of increasing…

    Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) Posted by: nicolacs / November 16, 2020 November 16, 2020 Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) Are you interested in pursuing a career in medicine, dentistry, or public health?  If so, please consider applying to the SHPEP at the University of Washington. SHPEP is a free six–week academic enrichment program with a goal of increasing the number of students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds who pursue careers in