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ProgramEach year we conduct 2-3 faculty-led experiences to countries all over the world.  These experiences include visits to local small businesses, large corporations, public utilities, and political organizations. In addition, our students participate in cultural activities as well as meet and exchange ideas with their MBA colleagues from local universities. This experience is part of our BMBA 509 “Global Business Perspective” course and participation costs are covered by PLU and are not part of the

California Lutheran University, Gustavus Adolphus College and Saint Olaf College. Her publications, teaching, scholarly and public lectures focus on the translation of Lutheran theology into our contemporary context and on the confluence of feminist, process and Lutheran theologies. Her interest in contemporary Lutheran theologies began through a church internship in Namibia in 1993 and her study of black, Lutheran liberation theologies in that context. Dr. Trelstad feels called to the craft of teaching

understanding of politics. The study of political science helps to prepare you for the exercise of your rights, duties and opportunities as citizens.  Courses in politics can lead you to fuller understanding of various areas such as American government institutions, legislative processes, foreign policy, international relations, public law and political theory. Many students see the value of combining an understanding of politics with other fields, such as the natural sciences, economics, business

Persons who hold a baccalaureate degree (or higher) from a regionally-accredited institution and who wish to pursue a teaching certificate should make an appointment with the School of Education for a planning session. Options for these individuals can be found in the Graduate and Post-Baccalaureate section of this catalog. To view graduate-level work in the School of Education and Kinesiology, go to the Graduate and Post-Baccalaureate section of this catalog or www.plu.edu/education/ppd

, July, and August) with September reserved for finalizing written work and presenting a public lecture on the research project. The student completes the written portion of the research project and gives the presentation. The faculty mentor guides student research, reviews the project as it goes through its stages, and attends the public presentation. (The faculty mentor may also help arrange the venue for the presentation, in collaboration with the Benson Chair.) Typically, the research

Henri Coronado-Volta ’23 discusses his global studies major, studying away, and his plans to attend UW’s Public Health Epidemiology program Henri Coronado-Volta grew up in Seattle, Washington, and chose PLU because the smaller school offered the opportunity to build community, a chance to continue swimming, and living close to home—but not too close. He double majored in global studies and Hispanic studies and minored in… June 19, 2023 AcademicsAthleticsGlobal EducationPacific NorthwestPLU

we as a community do not become involved with decision making, somebody else makes the laws and you are left out,” Franklin said. Franklin’s activity in public service only continued. In 1990, after years of volunteer and community work, Franklin decided to run for the state Legislature. With strong encouragement from her friends, Franklin began a successful grassroots campaign. “Because I had volunteered and I had worked and I knew the district, I said ‘well if I am going to do this I am going