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religious faith, shaped by our Lutheran heritage and tradition, informed by enduring educational values, dedicated to good and humane purpose. Yes, we are called to the task of building a new generation of those who would, serve even as they will lead this global orb. May God bless all that we do in this new academic year for the calling we hold is both a remarkable gift and a sacred trust. I am so honored to walk this journey with you. Please accept my very best wishes for the year ahead! Read Previous

and hopes it continues. “Little things every single year would be inspirational,” Green said. “It shows we’re making progress and not putting it on the back-burner.” As for the next step in her journey, Green is applying to law schools. She hopes to practice civil rights law and work with youth and families involved in the criminal justice system, as well as disabled individuals. She hopes to get accepted to law programs at the University of Washington, Seattle University or Gonzaga University

. “Our orders come mostly from women in Norway now,” Mariken explained. “However, I’ve had several good conversations with sustainable manufacturers in Sweden, and if we chose to make our products there, we will stick to our core  principles.” “Our concept is to create unique, custom-made pieces in classic designs that won’t go out of style quickly. We also practice Green Shipping and are inclusive in all respects. Every size, gender, age, ethnicity, and so on are welcome. We are happy to do custom

demonstrated that we can quickly offer flexible dining programs that prioritize physical distancing and full implementation of public-health directives, while still providing students with a variety of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritional choices that taste great. Athletic program planning. We are partnering closely with the Northwest Conference and member schools to adjust practice and competition schedules and travel plans as needed to ensure the optimal student-athlete experience and full

places where I felt most connected to my peers, and where I felt most like I could make an impact. The Women’s Center helped me find my voice in ways that surprised even myself: It was the place where I could challenge myself and feel supported in the process, and the place where I felt safe to try things I never would have dared just a few short years before. Most importantly, the Women’s Center came to represent not just a physical place but also shaped, for me, a mental space that informed how I

large contributions on campaigns and how that practice really diminishes our voices because other voices are being heard with dollar signs. It’s a really powerful one for the students to look at. How have you prepared for your talk? Busick: A couple different ways. I’ve been watching a lot of TED talks online and trying to mimic some of the rhythms and approaches that I’ve seen from some of the presenters. I’ve also just been trying to tighten my talk. My talk is short and sweet, so the points need

it’s something I care about and PLU as an institution cares about — we put into practice what we talk about constantly in our mission statement. What’s next: I’m going back to Guatemala to continue research through the Fulbright Program.Skylar LarsonSenior (Class of 2019). Hometown: Fort Collins, CO Global Studies & Hispanic Studies majors Involvement: Center for Gender Equity, Old Main Market employee, the collective, tour guide  Number of times studying away: I studied away three times – I did a

saw the whole TED thing coming. Two years ago, a friend who’d done a TEDx event encouraged Hunt to apply for the fellowship. “I didn’t think much of it,” Hunt said—“yeah; yeah; like that’s ever going to happen.” Nonetheless, she “threw together” an application during a summer dig in Israel, figuring it was “good practice.” No need to get her hopes up. But then, last October, TED called for a couple of interviews. “I talked to them a lot,” Hunt said. “They were selling me on the program.” “That got

international DJS work. Sponsored by Center for Community Engagement and Service, Career Connections, Wild Hope. Poverty Immersion Workshop Nov. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | AUC CK Interactive workshop to build an understanding and empathy of those experiencing poverty. Sponsored by the Center for Community Engagement and Service. Reflective Viewing: Finding the Divine Within You Feb. 23 | 7 p.m. | Ingram 100 Selected pages from the St. John’s Bible will be used to practice Visio Divina, a contemplative, repetitive

, we’re working to establish best-practice levels of financial reserves (the third part of The Box plan).  Surprises on the up side will cause disruption, but will come with more resources to manage it. *Note: All comments are moderated How quickly can we create new sections of classes to accommodate growth?Keeping a close tab on enrollment and the number of sections we need is one of the principal responsibilities of the team in the Provost’s Office who work closely with deans and chairs. The earlier