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  • TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 24, 2016)- Debbie Moderow’s future in Iditarod racing started in her family’s backyard with a retired sled dog named Salt. The 7-year-old Husky was the first member of a backyard sled dog team that was initially assembled so Moderow’s sons could have…

    the Night” delves into Moderow’s perceived failure and presents her thoughts as she attempts to make sense of the disappointment. The memoir also details her perseverance in training for her second run in 2005. Moderow and her dogs made it across the finish line that time. While succeeding in her second race was exhilarating, Moderow said finishing the Iditarod provided only a fraction of her satisfaction. The adventure she took with her dogs and the complex journey to victory were the true

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March. 16, 2016)- Charles Reinmuth ’19 didn’t think twice when he was offered the chance to spend five weeks in the summer getting acclimated to life at Pacific Lutheran University and earning his first six college credits for free. “I couldn’t pass up…

    prepare first-year students to successfully navigate their transition from high school to college. The program provides incoming first-year students the opportunity to earn six credits at no cost while focusing on skills paramount to thriving in college: reading, writing, critical thinking, dialogue and discussion.Thanks to Summer Academy, Reinmuth – a music education major from Vancouver, Washington – said that he felt calm and comfortable by the time he returned to campus more than a month later for

  • After more than 30 years of dedicated service in full-time ministry, I am thrilled to bring my pastoral experience to a new career in Couples and Family Therapy.

    Dana Perkins, Therapist in TrainingAfter more than 30 years of dedicated service in full-time ministry, I am thrilled to bring my pastoral experience to a new career in Couples and Family Therapy. I understand that not everyone comes from a religious background, and I want you to know that I am here to support people of all faiths and those with no religious affiliation or interests. My therapy approach considers systemic perspectives, acknowledging the impact of culture, family, and society on

  • (served in Mozambique from 2012-2014) Colin studied Communications (journalism) and Spanish at PLU. Highlights of his time at PLU outside of wonderful experiences in the classroom and building

    Colin Hartke ’08(served in Mozambique from 2012-2014) Colin studied Communications (journalism) and Spanish at PLU. Highlights of his time at PLU outside of wonderful experiences in the classroom and building friendships that he still treasures today were: studying abroad in Spain, working on student media and completing three internships (including at KNKX, NPR member station). Colin always wanted to join the Peace Corps. He remembers watching a very cheesy comedy called Volunteers from the

  • Post Graduate Certificate candidates may apply for admission at any time during the year. However, application by the early application dates will enhance your potential for admission and for

    Application TimelinePost Graduate Certificate candidates may apply for admission at any time during the year. However, application by the early application dates will enhance your potential for admission and for arranging financial assistance. Early Application Dates: Priority Date #1 : December 1 Priority Date #2 : February 1 Priority Date #3: March 15 Final Deadlines: Spring Start: December 1 Summer Start: May 1 Applications submitted after the early application dates will be reviewed on a

  • Program Name: Post-Graduate Certificate for Family Nurse Practitioner This program is designed to be completed in 28 months. This program will cost $50,391 if completed within normal time.

    Gainful Employment Disclosure 2019 Program Name: Post-Graduate Certificate for Family Nurse Practitioner This program is designed to be completed in 28 months. This program will cost $50,391 if completed within normal time. This figure includes tuition, fees, and books and supplies. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed. Fewer than 10 students completed this program within normal time. Median debt has been

  • The Diversity Center opens on lower level of University Center, the first time in years that PLU has had a physical space and gathering place dedicated to this effort.

    The Diversity Center opens on lower level of University Center, the first time in years that PLU has had a physical space and gathering place dedicated to this effort.

  • By Thomas Kyle-Milward,  Marketing & Communication TACOMA, WASH. (Dec. 19, 2018) — “Innovation” is a term that gets thrown around a lot. It’s had different connotations at different times over the years, both positive and some negative. Through the addition of a new minor, Innovation…

    .” The minor embraces creativity and big ideas while leaning into skill-building, providing a toolbox for students to delve into once they’ve completed their education and started looking for jobs. Those real-world skills include cross-discipline teamwork, problem-solving, hands-on learning, maximizing strengths and limiting weaknesses. A signature feature of the new minor is the Makerspace, a dedicated area in Hinderlie Hall that allows people to gather, collaborate and stretch their creativity

  • High schoolers shine at business week Anyone who looked north of 30 years old in Olson Auditorium could expect one of two things to happen: Either an eager high school student, dressed in tie and slacks, would come up and shake their hand, or an…

    , they would politely excuse themselves and troll for business capital elsewhere. The look of disappointment that I wasn’t a judge was plain on Austin Vu’s face. But he was polite and took time, once he realized potential venture capitalists were all tied up at the moment, to explain his product and his company. Formally known at “Company J,” it was selling a universal technology to link remotes, mp3 players and cell phones. The Inglemoor High School junior explained his business and what he hoped to

  • For Cece Chan ’24, what began as a love of student advocacy and social justice in high school, has blossomed into activism through art at Pacific Lutheran University. From serving as ASPLU president her junior year, to spending a semester in Trinidad and Tobago, to…

    Pacific Lutheran University. From serving as ASPLU president her junior year, to spending a semester in Trinidad and Tobago, to using film as a catalyst for change, Chan has spent her time at PLU highlighting the experiences of her community members—especially those who haven’t traditionally held a seat at the table. Notably, Chan has spent several seasons working with Hmong flower farmers in Seattle as part of her PLU journey, complementing her double major in communication and gender, sexuality, and