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National Institute of Standards and Technology SURF Posted by: nicolacs / December 6, 2022 December 6, 2022 The SURF program is designed to inspire undergraduate students to pursue careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) through a unique research experience that supports the NIST mission. Since 1993, SURF students from across the country have had the opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience, working with cutting-edge technology in one of the world’s leading

Choir of the West International Tour 2019 Posted by: marshrl / May 21, 2019 May 21, 2019 About the TourChoir of the West is currently on a performance tour of Scotland, England, and Germany from May 26-June 12, 2019. Cities along the way include Edinburgh, York, Cambridge, London, and Oxford in the UK – along with Marktoberdorf, Germany. Choir of the West will share concert performances and social interaction with the University of Edinburgh Chamber Choir, the Choir of Royal Holloway

The News Tribune continues support of MediaLab Posted by: Todd / October 19, 2012 October 19, 2012 This September, The News Tribune committed to a generous pledge to MediaLab, allowing them to continue to grow both at PLU and within the community. It is the News Tribune’s intent to continue the partnership with MediaLab for the next three years, through the 2014-2015 academic year. MediaLab’s relationship with the News Tribune began six years ago, when the News Tribune became the first major

PLU Digs into the Merits of Meat Posted by: Todd / October 1, 2014 October 1, 2014 What goes into the production of a quarter pound burger? According to J.L. Capper in The Journal of Animal Science, 6.7 pounds of feed, 52.8 gallons of drinking water, 74.5 square feet of grazing, and the equivalent amount of energy it takes to run a microwave for 18 minutes. The average American eats approximately 271 pounds of meat a year—or three, quarter pounder burgers a day. Meat is a tasty part of culture

Class of 2021 Art & Design Graduate Capstones Posted by: Reesa Nelson / May 10, 2021 May 10, 2021 The class of 2021 has worked hard on their final projects! This year, select student work is displayed in the Anderson University Center Gallery. Students and staff on campus are invited to view the work next time they’re in the building. Unfortunately  friends and family cannot join us on campus at this time. All student capstone portfolios and materials are available online for your perusal

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of): A Review Posted by: ramosam / November 30, 2021 November 30, 2021 By Madeline Scully What would happen if Mr. Darcy’s letter to Elizabeth was not delivered? Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), written and directed by Isobel McArthur, asks the audience to reflect on our unacknowledged erasure of servants as characters in novels, plays, and other cultural representations. Not quite a musical, this play nevertheless reimagines what an adaptation can do by turning to

American Mathematical Society List of Summer REUS Posted by: nicolacs / January 30, 2023 January 30, 2023 The Research Experiences for Undergraduate (REU) programs support active research participation by undergraduate students. REU projects involve students in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the REU program. Applicants should note that most application deadlines fall in February – March. An REU Site consists of a group of 10 or so undergraduates who

The Value and Benefits of AACSB Accreditation Posted by: Julie Winters / December 17, 2019 Image: Reflections in the glass railing in the Morken Center at PLU on Friday, Sept. 7, 2012. (Photo/John Froschauer) December 17, 2019 What is Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) accreditation and why should you choose a business school with this accreditation? Simply put, AACSB accreditation is the benchmark of quality for business education across the globe.The

Rumors promises lots of laughs and memories Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / October 7, 2015 October 7, 2015 PLU’s 2015-16 Theatre season kicks off with a mystery and lots of laughs in Rumors, written by Neil Simon and directed by Associate Professor of Theatre Jeff Clapp. The play is bound to stir up memories for some Theatre alumni; the comedy is dedicated to the late Bill Becvar who taught at PLU for 35 years and produced the play himself in 1998. The show runs on October 15 (student preview), 16

New Director of Jazz Studies, Cassio Vianna Posted by: Kate Williams / March 14, 2019 March 14, 2019 By Mackenzie Cooper '19PLU’s music faculty welcomes their newest hire, Cassio Vianna. The native of Brazil brings with him an extensive resume of teaching, composing, and performing jazz music. This year, he’ll begin a new journey channeling his passion into educating and inspiring PLU students as director of the University Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combos, as well as teaching History of Jazz