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The mission of the Division of Student Life is “to promote the holistic development of students and steward a dynamic campus community.
Life are knowledgeable, friendly and ready to serve. We care about your opinions, your values, your perspective, your voice and your interactions with others. We help you live as active and engaged citizens of campus, of their communities and of the world. Pacific Lutheran University is committed to a deep engagement with people, cultures, ideas and the environment. Student Life provides opportunities for experiential learning, leadership and service; programs that support students physically
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TACOMA, WASH. (July 27, 2016)- Amidst crowds of politicians, scientists and international leaders, two Lutes will travel abroad and walk the halls of the annual Conference of Parties for the United Nations in November. They will represent a quarter of a small contingent of college…
Nations in November. They will represent a quarter of a small contingent of college students selected nationwide for the opportunity.Alice Henderson ’16 and Maddie Smith ’17 have been chosen to represent the American Chemical Society (ACS) serving as the student voice, engaging young people through social media on climate science and policy. Each year, only eight students are chosen to tweet, post and blog about their experiences discussing climate change at the conference, which is in Morocco this
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Louis Hobson ’00 is an accomplished actor on stage and on screen. His next act includes building a production company that he hopes will infuse innovation into the entertainment industry.
life to the arts and giving artists, entertainers and performers a voice, and an opportunity to do their work,” Hobson said. “It’s been a crazy wild ride and I’ve racked up hundreds of thousands of airline miles.” Hobson’s days are filled with endless emails and phone calls as he works to develop shows for certain markets and audience venues. “We research what the audience is going to love,” he said. Despite his busy schedule running a production company, Hobson still finds time to act. He was in
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Branding Guidelines – Telling the PLU story in one consistent voice, so we can help ensure our distinction as an inspiring home for seekers, trailblazers, innovators and reformers. INTRODUCTION OUR STORY PLU MISSION BRAND ATTRIBUTES ATTRIBUTES IN ACTION VISUAL IDENTITY LOGO TYPOGRAPHY COLOR PALETTE TAPESTRY SAMPLE APPLICATIONS Stay Connected 12180 Park Avenue S. Tacoma, WA 98447 Socials Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube TikTok PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY BRAND GUIDELINES PLU has a
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Three years ago, Katie Blanchard ‘13 was set on fire and nearly killed by a colleague at a military health center at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Since then, Blanchard has undergone over 100 recovery-related surgeries, filed a personal injury claim against the Army and enrolled in…
of the nursing program and living in the residence halls for most of my time at PLU. The nursing program is just excellent. I really appreciated the holistic approach to nursing. The program gives you the space to really hone in on the nursing essentials, be an advocate, have a voice, and feel like that is part of your job as a nurse. I also really valued the mentorship, there are several professors that I still keep in contact with. Katie Blanchard at her commissioning ceremony in 2013. Katie
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TACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 24, 2015)—On Sept. 21, I had the immense privilege of meeting and getting to know members of the iDebate Rwanda team. Although it is always an honor to spend time with international guests, their visit was of special importance to me as…
NGO founded in 2012: iDebate Rwanda. Their victory enabled them to travel to colleges and universities across the United States showcasing their debate skills and sharing the history of their country. Through debate, the students foster the confidence needed to give them a voice as well as encourage others to use open dialogue as a problem-solving method. It should come as no surprise that I believe I was far more nervous meeting the visitors than they were meeting me. Hoping to make a positive
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TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 24, 2016)- Debbie Moderow’s future in Iditarod racing started in her family’s backyard with a retired sled dog named Salt. The 7-year-old Husky was the first member of a backyard sled dog team that was initially assembled so Moderow’s sons could have…
context of climate change. “Fast into the Night” was Moderow’s thesis. She said she developed her voice and found her identity as a writer during her time at PLU. Moderow’s said her education set her on the path to literary success. “I’m a writer because of that program,” Moderow said. “I can call myself a writer – I’m a published author – because of that program.” Read Previous PLU Teaching Online program incorporates technology into learning, enhances brick-and-mortar experience Read Next PLU
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William Davis ’06 is co-founder of FabLab Tacoma, a makerspace dedicated to project-based learning, entrepreneurship and tinkering.
elected president. But he said the experience showed him that FabLab isn’t alone in its innovative journey. “It was huge to know we weren’t a single voice screaming in the wind,” he said. PLU Professor Leon Reisberg has brought his education students to FabLab. He says many schools are embracing making culture in K-12 education, and aspiring teachers benefit from seeing the educational components at work in the makerspace. “It opens my students’ eyes to possibilities,” Reisberg said. “It fits really
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TACOMA, WASH. (April 6, 2016)-The seventh episode of “Open to Interpretation” features a discussion of the word “failure” among host and Associate Professor of Communication Amy Young, Associate Professor of Art and Design Jp Avila , and Assistant Professor of Business Kory Brown . “Open…
? Amy Young: You know, I’m going to go with on. This is full out. Singing or dancing? Jp Avila: Well, since I hate the sound of my own voice, I think I would probably go with dancing. Amy Young: Interesting. I’m glad that even though you hate the sound of your own voice, you are here this morning. Jp Avila: Yes. I know. Amy Young: This is an odd thing to do for people who hate the sound of their own voice. If you could turn any book into a movie and know it would be a good movie, which book
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TACOMA, WASH. (July 28, 2015)- It’s safe to say Forrest Griek ‘00, ’02 loves being at school. Currently the principal of Tacoma’s Browns Point Elementary, Griek has spent his career serving in a variety of positions at schools throughout the South Sound, including Todd Beamer…
, write and take time to recharge and reconnect with family and friends. I think it’s important that the majority of school planning and work happens when my staff is around; their voice and support make all the difference. What do you think is a strength of PLU’s Education program? Its direct connection with schools and commitment to “real” teaching and leading experiences. They understand that you don’t learn to teach or lead by just reading a book or doing research. They get that you have to work
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