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  • Michael Halvorson news for Pacific Lutheran University.

    Benson Summer Research Fellows to Present By Michael Halvorson ’85 Are you curious about innovative historical research projects that are transforming PLU and our communities? The History department invites you to learn more at a presentation of creative scholarship by the 2021 Benson Foundation Summer Research Fellows. The colloquium takes place… October 15, 2021 Michael Halvorson

  • TACOMA, WASH. (June 16, 2016) – Just three short weeks after graduating from Pacific Lutheran University, Denae McGaha ’16 will embark on the journey of a lifetime. The communication major will travel for three consecutive months, visiting five continents and more than 10 different countries.…

    personality and wide variety of extracurricular interests (all of which she showcased in her 60-second video application), made her an ideal fit for the Snap Gap contest. The winner is required to partner with StudentUniverse to share and document the journey as it happens. “I will be posting on my personal blog, as well as the StudentUniverse blog, and also taking over the StudentUniverse Snapchat account three times per week,” McGaha said. Throughout her summer travels, McGaha plans to focus on being in

  • University during the 2021 summer that provide research interns full-time financial support.  Students need not have prior research experience to be considered for these summer research opportunities. A detailed description of our Summer 2021 program offerings, as well as information about our application and deadlines, can be found below: Bionetworks REU: Hosted by the Institute of Biosciences and Bioengineering (IBB), students in this REU will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge research needed

  • Sirine Fodstad spent nearly two decades traveling the world for work. But her story starts and ends in Norway, where she is a global human resources director for the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund.

    default. I didn’t aim for that.” Sirine Fodstad ’97, now the global human resources director of the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund, speaks to students at Pacific Lutheran University in March 2011, as part of the Executive Leadership Series. She will return to campus for a lecture this spring. (Video by PLU School of Business) Fodstad is the global human resources director for the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund. Its mission is to safeguard and build financial wealth for future generations in Norway

  • News for Pacific Lutheran University.

    Benson Summer Research Fellows to Present By Michael Halvorson ’85 Are you curious about innovative historical research projects that are transforming PLU and our communities? The History department invites you to learn more at a presentation of creative scholarship by the 2021 Benson Foundation Summer Research Fellows. The colloquium takes place… October 15, 2021 Michael Halvorson

  • On October 9, 2019, the PLU community will welcome Sven Beckert of Harvard University to give the 15th Annual Dale E. Benson Lecture in Business and Economic History. The lecture will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Chris Knutson Lecture Hall, located in the…

    Innovation Studies curriculum, the lecture is designed to encourage the study of business organizations, entrepreneurs, workers, products, and consumers, as well as the economic forces that have shaped contemporary culture and society. For more information, contact Benson Family Chair Michael Halvorson (halvormj@plu.edu). Read Previous Celebrate Computer Education Week Read Next Benson Summer 2020 Research Fellowship Team LATEST POSTS Recording of Glory M. Liu’s 2023 Benson Lecture Released November 21

  • Pre-Health Sciences Advising at Pacific Lutheran University provides advising and support to students and alumni who are interested in exploring careers in the health professions including medicine,

    a career in the health professions because of our academic excellence and rich opportunities for research and service. The liberal arts education you will obtain at PLU will be an advantage at most schools, particularly for pre-med students interested in medical school. With the exception of physical therapy, there is no formal pre-health science major or academic track at PLU. With careful academic planning, you can major in any field of study and still complete the requirements for medical

    Pre-Health Sciences Advising
    253-536-5055
    Rieke Science Center
  • The curriculum for the Business and Economic History program at PLU is administered by the History department, and taught by the Benson Family Chair.

    2024 Benson Summer Research Project Announced Recording of Glory M. Liu’s 2023 Benson Lecture Released Watch Now Our Home The Business and Economic History Program is part of the Department of History, housed in Xavier Hall on upper campus. Interactive Campus Map Business and Economic History Program at PLUBusiness and economic history involves the study of business organizations, companies, entrepreneurs, workers, products, and consumers, as well as the economic forces that have shaped culture

    Business and Economic History Program
    253-535-8305
    Xavier, Room 101 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • TACOMA, WASH. (Oct. 24, 2016)- In the U.S. and around the world, rivers represent primary sources for the water we need to live. But PLU digital media major Rachel Lovrovich ’18 did not become aware that many major water sources are in serious trouble until…

    people that have caused these problems. We need to start taking responsibility for our actions.” “Changing Currents: Protecting North America’s Rivers” marks the 13th documentary film produced by MediaLab, the applied research and media production and services organization, now celebrating its 10th anniversary. The film, which debuts at downtown Tacoma’s Theatre on the Square at 4 p.m. Nov. 12, reports that more than half of 250,000 rivers in the U.S. are too polluted for swimming, fishing or

  • At the Department of Psychology we are committed to providing our students with a meaningful and rigorous undergraduate education that balances science with application.

    Dr. Artime awarded a $2.5 grant from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute The funds will be used to address trauma-related mental health challenges for college students. Alex Reed '23 thrived with hands-on experience, projects, and small class sizes. "Being able to have personal connections with my professors has been the mentorship I needed to help me flourish." Stephanie Aparicio Zambrano ’23 turned her advice skills into a future career path. "My favorite thing was being able to

    Psychology
    253-535-8700
    Ramstad Hall