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  • first time I entered an archive was when I was an undergrad, and it was specifically so I could ask the archivist what an archive even was,” Loftis said. “In what I now refer to as a happy accident, I somehow left that meeting with a job.”  And that is when her love for the library and archives blossomed. She scanned hundreds of documents and digitized government documents, pamphlets, scrapbooks, photographs and more. But as tedious as the work seemed, it was important. She was responsible for

  • creatures produce and release, the timing of these activities, and the underlying reasons driving such behavior. It is similar to solving a complex puzzle that promises deeper insights into the enigmas of our oceans. Flaspohler and Fisher collected water samples to identify the array of compounds present and their fluctuations over time. They also undertook hands-on experiments cultivating phytoplankton – microscopic plant-like organisms – within the lab. Their mission was twofold: they grew and

  • graduated in 2022 with a degree in biology. At first, Ambachew thought she’d go into computer programming and user experience design by majoring in computer science. In her first year at PLU, a Microsoft internship taught her about software engineering and product management. Ambachew dove into the field, working part-time during the school year and full-time one summer with Geeking Out Kids of Color (GOKiC). GOKiC is a Seattle-area after-school and summer program offering multicultural STEM education

  • immigrants, for a total of 12 scholars. The Peace Scholars currently meet for the first time in Norway, though they typically connect before the trip through social media. They study together for seven weeks in Norway. Previous years’ Peace Scholars report forming very close and lasting friendships with their peers in the program. More information about the national Peace Scholars programs can be found here, https://peacescholars.wordpress.com/ What are the responsibilities of a person selected as a

  • , eligible foster child, sibling or stepsibling, or a descendant of any such individual. Or a legally adopted child or a child lawfully placed with the taxpayer for adoption. Residing in the taxpayer’s home for more than ½ of the taxable year. Under the age of 19 at the end of the tax year (under the age of 24 if full time student). There’s no limiting age for a child who is totally and permanently disabled. The child must not have provided more than one-half of his or her own support for the taxable

  • to reinforce the interests that you express through your studies. Extracurricular activities enhance an application when the demonstrate a passion and high level of commitment, so a good general rule is that a smaller number of activities that you stick with over a long period of time will be more impressive than a lot of activities that you only stick with for a brief time period.  Committing to a large number of activities and them abandoning them quickly can actually be a negative signal to

  • The ‘L’ is not silent Posted by: Thomas Krise / March 21, 2016 March 21, 2016 Recently, I received a letter from a concerned parent and alumna commenting on how completely amazed and surprised she is at how different PLU is now, compared to her time here in the early 1980s.  She has since returned to campus many times, but more in the past four years as her two daughters have both attended PLU, one graduating last year.  Her concern stems from the fact that as she walked around campus, went on

  • PLU and how it will contribute to the book arts and printing community at large. Read More Spice for Life John de Mars ’09 spends a lot of time outdoors, and his passion helped inform the recipe for his hot sauce company’s most recent product. Learn about Expedition Sauce and how the annual Business Plan Competition in PLU’s School of Business helped his inaugural hot sauce brand gain traction in the marketplace. Read More Building the biz Louis Hobson ’00 is an accomplished actor on stage and on

  • accounts in Hebrew Scriptures, to the Psalter, to the stories of Jesus and the disciples, and continuing throughout history, the People of God have sung.  Each era of time, each place on earth, has left a remnant of song in the sung repertoire of the church, a remnant which provides a glimpse into the practice and theology of each era and place. The Reformation initiated by Martin Luther marked a new direction in the church’s song, spurring a new wave of creativity that continues today across the whole

  • learning and are most suited for individuals wanting to be applied sociologists. While enrolled, students will take a variety of practical courses dedicated to learning skills specific to their occupation or position. Certificate programs often involve an internship or clinical work. Acquiring a certificate will make students marketable for specific positions but will not be as generally applicable as a Master’s degree or a Ph.D. Graduate School TimelineApplying to graduate school takes time. Plan