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Pacific Lutheran University climbed eight spots, from 22nd to 14th, on U.S. News & World Report’s annual college ranking of the best regional universities in the West. PLU was one of only three Pacific Northwest universities ranked in the top 15 of the highly competitive…
resources. PLU is regularly touted for its academic rigor, commitment to community, and innovation. Additional recent accolades include being recognized as the No. 1 school in Washington and ninth in the country for financial aid by LendEDU; ranked second best Prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs in Washington by Nursing Schools Almanac; and being ranked the sixth most “Military Friendly® School” in the country. See Yourself at PLUPLU is the small, private university in Tacoma
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Pacific Lutheran University was named a winner in the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Taking Action: COVID-19 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Challenge. PLU received a $15,000 prize for its work in mitigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM.…
their efforts to ensure that the pandemic will not reduce the already low participation and inclusion of diverse students and workers in STEM education and careers,” said Diana Elder, Division Director of NSF’s Division of Human Resource Development. PLU was honored for its initiative in developing programs supporting undergraduate enrollment and retention, the PLUS Year Program and the PLU Fixed Tuition Guarantee Program, and placed second in the four-year STEM undergraduate category, just behind
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At PLU, we take pride in creating a campus that’s welcoming, inclusive, and truly reflects the diversity of our students. This year, our commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community is recognized with a 4.5 out of 5 stars score on the Campus Pride Index —an accomplishment…
organizations offer spaces where LGBTQIA+ students can connect, share experiences, and advocate for inclusion on campus. Allies are encouraged to learn and grow, and our faculty and staff receive training to better understand and support LGBTQIA+ issues. In addition to this, The Office of Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability, in collaboration with the Trans Task Force, launched the second year of Names Are Sacred, fostering empathy and understanding around the importance of using chosen names. This
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At PLU, students can pursue engineering in two formal ways. Option 1 We offer a dual-degree engineering program through partnerships with both Columbia University (NYC) and Washington University (St. Louis). In this program, a student completes their introductory coursework in mathematics, science, and engineering as…
second option, at PLU we offer an engineering and industry minor. Through this minor, students learn the basics of engineering design and team problem solving, gain familiarity with industry, and obtain valuable skills ensuring their success in the workplace or in graduate studies. This minor is ideal for all students who would benefit from in-depth exposure to engineering and industry. Typically, students in Natural Sciences, Business, Economics or any students who have completed the introductory
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If you are looking to kickstart a career in healthcare while also having an impact in your community, you should consider joining Providence St Joseph Health (Providence) and our Providence Ready Internship Program (PRIP). Providence is a $25 billion health care company with 51 hospitals and over 1000…
Internship Program consists of one six-month assignment across many different Shared Services teams within Providence, with the possibility of extending into a second 6-month assignment. Each unique assignment will build business acumen, provide exposure to core skills, and give participants the ability to add value and have impact for one of the leading healthcare systems in the United States. This remote, paid internship program starts with a short on-boarding session where participants receive focused
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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…
and Tori Sullivan also received speaker awards. Sullivan was a junior varsity semi-finalist. “I am so pleased with the success and continued prowess of the debaters,” said Director of Forensics Justin Eckstein. “I cannot wait to see what they do in the second half of the semester.” At the Linfield tournament, 10 teams represented PLU and consistently defeated top schools in the region, including Linfield, Willamette, Gonzaga and Seattle University. “I think our showing at Linfield proves that
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PLU Music was featured twice in the most recent edition of the International Trumpet Guild Journal , an industry publication for trumpet players, teachers, manufactures, and music publishers. With thousands of members in over 60 countries, the Journal is an important resource for anyone interested…
harmonies, and angular passages.” “Rapid passages from the trumpets are sparkling clear and emerge gracefully from the overall texture.” Read entire review. The Journal also reviewed the second edition of Dr. Zachary Lyman‘s workbook, Practical Daily Warmups for Trumpet, published by Keveli Music. Dr. Lyman wrote the book to help players develop a customized warm up that is flexible depending on a player’s strengths and weaknesses, daily playing demands, schedule, and other factors. The exercises and
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Spring fair brings employers to campus Students can “take the next step” at the annual spring Career, Internship and Graduate Program Fair in the lower level of the University Center. At the fair, students network with potential employers, as well as learn more about career…
Career Counselor Dawn Clark. “These employers are looking for PLU grads,” added Ruth Rogers, director of Career Development. The fair includes employers from business, private corporations, hospitals and healthcare, and the military on day one, and employers from non-profit organizations, state and federal agencies, and recruiters for graduate programs the second day. A separate School District Fair for newly minted teachers is also scheduled. All students are encouraged to attend the fair. Students
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New biology lab an interactive plus for students By Barbara Clements The lab tucked in the north side of the Rieke Science Center is all about drywall, dust and stacks of cabinets right now. But come spring semester, the new Louis and Lydia Sheffels Biology…
an enhance science instruction and student-faculty research. Update classrooms Improve the second floor open lab space. Update various building infrastructures, such as heating and ventilation. Read Previous Rock hound gets to follow his dreams Read Next 208 Garfield, much more than a coffee shop COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins
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The Lutheran Studies Conference on Political Life examines: “What does God have to do with Caesar?” Lutheran Studies conference examines the Lutheran perspective on political life This year’s Lutheran Studies Conference on Political Life is inspired by the enduring question: “What does God have to…
the extreme religious left and right. In this context, the second Lutheran Studies Conference highlights the distinctive voice of Lutheran scholarship on the relationship between faith and politics. Through presentations, conversation, artwork, new publications, and the open exchange of ideas, participants will be inspired to consider the enduring question: What has God to do with Caesar? Presentations will be held from 2 to 5:30 p.m. and the keynote address starts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20
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