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.” The organization offers a moral response to the ecological destruction that accompanies climate change’s threats, particularly to vulnerable, frontline, and marginalized communities, Schwartz says. “So much of climate change is driven by science and research, without putting people, community and culture at the forefront. There are human impacts of climate change that need to have their story heard and represented.” Schwartz notes that nearly 70% of Black people live or have lived within 30 miles

“grasping just to find primary research articles.” After extensive research, she found a way to discuss specific and individual physiological changes for these patients and has published one of the first secondary research articles on this topic. Study-away at PLU and immerse yourself in a country, culture or discipline that you never imagined – and get credit for it, too! Service in ActionThis isn’t the only time Ash has overcome challenges and stepped into leadership. She served as ASPLU President

DepartmentLearn more about Fiery Jade and other events DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES “It’s a pretty feminist take on what is a very patriarchal ancient culture, and maybe that, in some ways, is the point,” Youtz said. Cai Yan was born in 177 A.D., and the opera follows her life as a “a daughter, a wife, a mother, a poet and musician,” according to a statement at the beginning of the libretto. As the daughter of a former prime minister, she was subject to exploitation but was also afforded an opportunity for immense

Commons The Bistro Burger and friesCrave stands as the “all-American” option in the Commons. On any given night one can find mashed potatoes, grilled veggies and any variety of barbecued meats ready to eat. Crave is also known as the home of PLU’s hamburgers, and this year a new addition is stealing the show. The Bistro Burger is new to PLU and an excellent twist on a classic. Instead of the traditional toppings, the Bistro Burger combines garlic aioli spread and arugula to create a taste that’s fresh

. Chan’s capstone project documents the farmers’ lifestyle, struggles, culture, and significant contributions to the area’s most iconic destination—the Pike Place Market. Chan’s film will highlight a full growing season with the farmers. “Pike Place Market is such a central hub and has such an impact on our Washington community,” says Chan. “The market would not be as vibrant and iconic if it weren’t for Hmong farmers and all other Asians who were there before. I have a new respect for Pike Place

race studies. Chan’s capstone project documents the farmers’ lifestyle, struggles, culture, and significant contributions to the area’s most iconic destination—the Pike Place Market. Chan’s film will highlight a full growing season with the farmers. “Pike Place Market is such a central hub and has such an impact on our Washington community,” says Chan. “The market would not be as vibrant and iconic if it weren’t for Hmong farmers and all other Asians who were there before. I have a new respect for

this identity where sexual attraction is not necessarily a component. I identify as ace, so it was really fascinating to examine that perspective from an academic lens. Seeing how my peers tied their research back to their own world experiences was incredibly fascinating as well. What are you most proud of from your time at PLU? During spring break, the American Chemical Society held a conference where I presented my research. I worked hard on that research and delivered an oral presentation there

identity where sexual attraction is not necessarily a component. I identify as ace, so it was really fascinating to examine that perspective from an academic lens. Seeing how my peers tied their research back to their own world experiences was incredibly fascinating as well. What are you most proud of from your time at PLU? During spring break, the American Chemical Society held a conference where I presented my research. I worked hard on that research and delivered an oral presentation there, placing

Lab internships in Lacey, WA in flavors and fragrance chemistry Posted by: yakelina / November 22, 2015 November 22, 2015 Interested in flavors and fragrance chemistry?  Did you know that Washington is the top-producing spearmint and peppermint region in the world?  I.P. Callison & Sons in Lacey, WA has recently announced that they have expanded their internship program.  A current PLU chemistry student  has already participated in this program and gained some really interesting insights into

Summer research at the FDA for continuing and graduating students Posted by: yakelina / January 7, 2016 January 7, 2016 Graduating seniors are even eligible for some of these programs sponsored by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).   This is one listed below is devoted to food/environmental toxicology at a lab in Arkansas.   There are also more divisions of the FDA that sponsor summer research internships.  Check them out at: http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/WorkingatFDA