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  • The college experience is about getting involved. No other time in your life are you saturated with so many diverse ideas, perspectives, lifestyles, and goals.

    outlet for good clean FUN (well sometimes it gets a little muddy), exercise, and relaxation. PLU Recreations promotes exercise & physical activity, teamwork, and sportsmanship.LEARN MOREStudent GovernmentThe Associated Students of PLU (ASPLU) is the elected voice of the student population at PLU. It includes the executives, senators and directors (Civic Engagement, Diversity, Finance, Public Relations, and Sustainability Director).LEARN MOREThe ArtsStudent-led art organizations are places students

  • TACOMA, Wash. (May 23, 2019 ) — Judging by its accomplishments, Pacific Lutheran University’s Class of 2019 is poised to make an immediate impact on the world — mostly because they already have done so much at PLU. Here’s a look at just a handful…

    resilient plants,” he said. “As the population grows, there will be a greater need for food, and as weather patterns change, being able to breed more resilient plants will be really important.”Oni A.L. MayerMajor: Kinesiology (concentration in Exercise Science), with minors in Chinese Studies, and Sport and Exercise Psychology and a Peace Corp Prep certificate Hometown: Olympia, WA Selected accomplishments: ASPLU Vice President; co-founder, Interfaith Games at PLU; Certified Yoga instructor at PLU

  • Professor of Earth Science and Environmental Studies | Environmental Studies | mckennra@plu.edu | 253-535-8726

    Rose McKenney Professor of Earth Science and Environmental Studies she/her/hers Phone: 253-535-8726 Email: mckennra@plu.edu Office Location: Rieke Science Center - 143 Status:On Sabbatical Professional Education Ph.D., Geosciences, The Pennsylvania State University, 1997 M.S., Geosciences, The Pennsylvania State University, 1992 B.S., Geology, Oregon State University, 1985 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Geomorphology Environmental Studies Science Education Curriculum Development Books Land Use

  • Professor of Political Science | Hispanic and Latino Studies | chavezml@plu.edu | 253-535-7836 | Dr.

    Maria Chavez Professor of Political Science Phone: 253-535-7836 Email: chavezml@plu.edu Office Location: Xavier Hall - 102 Website: https://mariachavezphd.com/ Curriculum Vitae: View my CV Professional Biography Additional Titles/Roles Department Chair of Political Science Education Ph.D., Political Science, Washington State University, 2002 M.A. with distinction, Political Science, California State University, Chico College of Social Science, 1995 B.A. cum laude, California State University

  • Congratulations to the Overall Winners of the 2016 South Sound Regional Science & Engineering Fair!

    2016 AwardsCongratulations to the Overall Winners of the 2016 South Sound Regional Science & Engineering Fair! The top three overall winners in the grades 9-12 category earned a Grand Award of an all expenses paid trip to the 2016 Intel ISEF May 8-13 in Phoenix AZ. 1st Place: Sarah Strickler, Bonney Lake HS: A Novel Approach to the Reduction of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Escherichia coli Present in Livestock Waste Through Use of Plant Extracts 2nd Place: Surabhi Mundada, Olympia HS: My

  • Congratulations to the Overall Winners of the 2017 South Sound Regional Science & Engineering Fair!

    2017 AwardsCongratulations to the Overall Winners of the 2017 South Sound Regional Science & Engineering Fair! The top three overall winners in the grades 9-12 category earned a Grand Award of an all expenses paid trip to the 2017 Intel ISEF May 14-19 in Los Angeles, CA. 1st Place: Ashlynn Gallagher, W.F. West High School: A Novel Approach to Understanding Cancer: Using Antitumor Agents In The G2/M DNA Damage Checkpoint In The P53 Gene On The Early Development of Zebrafish Embryos 2nd Place

  • A Seasoned Skater Lands on Her Feet By Valery Jorgensen ’14 Pacific Lutheran University first-year student Jordan Lee decided to become a figure skater during this time of year—winter—about 12 years ago. “I got inspired when I started watching the 2002 Olympics,” Lee said. Lee…

    coming up in February. “It is a mini-‘Disney on Ice’ show, and this year it happens to be more Disney-themed,” Lee said. “We go all out and have costumes and everything.” Lee trains five days a week, two hours a day, and attends classes. She’s considering exercise science and wants to become a physical therapist or sports-specialized doctor. “(Skating) is like my escape from reality,” Lee said. “If I’m stressed from school or anything, I know I can go to skating, and it will cheer me up. It is how I

  • PLU Professor/Olympic Coach Colleen Hacker is 1st Female Recipient of Prestigious International Applied Sport Psychology Award By Sandy Deneau Dunham PLU Marketing & Communications Dr. Colleen Hacker, PLU Professor of Kinesiology and five-time Olympic coach, has been selected to receive the prestigious Association for Applied…

    2000, and Hacker is the first female recipient.  “Needless to say, I am honored beyond words to receive this recognition from respected, professional colleagues,” Hacker said. “While my scholarship and professional practice take me around the world, the passion I have for sharing that knowledge and experience with students at PLU is truly one of my greatest professional joys.” Incorporated in 1986, AASP promotes the development of science and ethical practice in the field of sport psychology. AASP

  • Earlier this month, PLU’s Kinesiology Team—Emily Whittaker ’21, Alyssa Pociernicki ’22, and Brianna O’Malley ’21—finished third in the 2021 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) National Knowledge Bowl. “This experience was one for the books. I used to compete on a knowledge bowl team in…

    related to the study of human movement, especially as it supports the pursuit of lifelong physical activity and well being (i.e. health & fitness education, health & fitness education with certification, exercise science, pre-physical therapy and health & fitness promotion). We strive to prepare future leaders who will positively impact the health behaviors of individuals and of society through the education and promotion of life-sustaining and life-enhancing pursuits. Read Previous Wild Hope Center

  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    In their own words: Kinesiology students at PLU We asked students Megan B. ‘23 and Peyton S. ‘23 to share their thoughts on what it’s like to be a kinesiology major at PLU. Here’s what they had to say. Wondering what kinesiology includes? Overall, it’s the study of human movement and the science… July 20, 2023 AcademicsKinesiologySeekerStudent Voice