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  • is an experienced educator who believes children develop and reach milestones at different phases — and we need to celebrate their growth.“Not all children thrive or develop the same, but they all need the same amount of encouragement and support,” she says. “They all need to be valued and understood. Children know if you don’t love them.” Ferguson is an assistant superintendent for early learning at ESD 113, a Washington state agency that helps ensure that students in Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason

  • such as face painting, crafts, refreshments and a visit with Santa. While children take part in the holiday activities, parents will have the opportunity to choose gifts for their children, along with winter coats, clothing and personal hygiene items. The Winterfest event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., but PLU students and staff, as well as local businesses and community members, can donate items to support the needs of those in the community up until Dec. 12

  • PLU’s Parkland Literacy Center supports local k-12 students, receives new grant For the past four years Pacific Lutheran University student workers and volunteers have made the Parkland Literacy Center a beacon of community and learning support. Operated by PLU and located in the Anderson University Center, the center provides free one-on-one and small group tutoring for… October 3, 2023 Student Life, Resources, Community

  • Indigenous Studies Global Studies Gender, Sexuality, and Race Studies Hispanic and Latino Studies Interdisciplinary Programs Co-curricular programs These featured centers at PLU support student learning and engaging in conversations regarding diversity, inclusion, and social justice. The Diversity Center The Center for Gender Equity The Wang Center for International Programs Campus Ministry PLU digital campaign explores the meaning of the words “anti-racist,” “anti-Black,” “decolonize” and “BIPOC”. “My

  • in writing. I worked in the Office of Admission throughout my time at PLU as a Voice of PLU caller and program coordinator, volunteered at the Women’s Center, joined the Sexual Assault Peer Education Team (SAPET), and have been an active member of Delta Iota Chi (nursing service club). My incredibly positive experience at PLU has been a result of my interactions with the diverse students and faculty members, the opportunities and support the university has given me and my enthusiasm for nursing

  • our friends in the President’s Office who also serve generously to find ways to support students, staff and faculty at PLU.” Read Previous Aminda Cheney-Irgens ’20 on her chemistry and Hispanic studies double major, research in Puerto Rico, and preparing for graduate school Read Next PLU Faculty and Staff “Call Up” the Class of 2020 COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window

  • Director at the Parkland Literacy Center.  The Artist Mentoring Program has been around PLU for some time but fell by the wayside when previous student leadership graduated. As a music student and educator, Harris was looking for a way to provide local youth who have financial disadvantages with free access to music programs. After speaking with PLU faculty, she was encouraged to revitalize the Artist Mentoring Program, which she has done. This summer, AMP will officially relaunch and will be offering

  • We welcome members of the PLU community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni to submit creative works in various genre of writing, musical composition, and medium of visual art. All forms will receive equal consideration. Submissions for the annual book are open from beginning of February through March 9, 2015. Community judging and final selections by the editor are made in March, and the book is released with much partying and celebration in May. Submission GuidelinesPlease do not

  • Originally constructed in 1952, Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, formerly Eastvold Hall, was restored thanks to a $10 million bequest from the university’s most generous benefactress, Karen Hille Phillips, in addition to gifts from many other donors. KHP houses various faculty offices, music practice rooms, theatre support facilities and two large classrooms. Planning for restoration and expansion of the building began in 1996, and in 2005 the architectural firm NBBJ was

  • SAVE THE DATE: The 2025 PLU Weathermon Jazz Festival will take place on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Check back in the Fall for more details! PLU Weathermon Jazz Festival March 19, 2024Eastvold Auditorium - Karen Hille Phillips Center | Cassio Vianna, Director The PLU School of Music, Theatre & Dance invites High School Jazz Bands to register for our PLU Weathermon Jazz Festival. The festival is sponsored by the Pacific Lutheran University School of Music, Theatre & Dance and the Dick and Helen