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Nordquist Lecture Hall. Human beings share the planet with millions of species – in fact more are being discovered each day, O’Brien notes. “If we believe that all this was created by God,” O’Brien said. “Then when scientists studying this world say it is in trouble, we should pay attention to that.” In fact, it’s not enough to just shake one’s head when you hear about the plight of the polar bear, or some other threatened species, O’Brien said. “You hear about their habitat being destroyed, and the ice
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Art Professor Ernst Schwidder poured his faith into detailed pieces of art that can be seen throughout churches around the country—and on one wood-carved door at Pacific Lutheran University. And now three seminary classmates are working to preserve Schwidder’s art—and his legacy—through The Ernst Schwidder Project. Schwidder was a member of the art faculty at PLU from 1967 until his retirement in 1992. He lived with his family in Steilacoom, Wash. Nearly 100 pieces designed by Schwidder are
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North Texas (drums), and Brad Goode from Colorado State University Boulder (trumpet) among many others! Dr. Vianna says, “Jazz composers rely on the performers’ abilities and musical ideas to create fresh and original art. Due to the musicians’ improvised contributions – which happen not only through solos, but also through their individual accompanying skills – each time a piece is performed there is a unique and exciting outcome. Collaborating with musicians in this personal way is always a thrill
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teachers,” Kaufman said. “The idea is that good teachers don’t give as much to research.” Kaufman is the sixth PLU faculty member to receive the award. Past recipients include Provost Patricia Killen (1991), history professor Beth Kraig (1993), associate English professor Lisa Marcus (1997), associate English professor Jim Albrecht (1999) and associate religion professor Alicia Batten (2007). Only one faculty member from each eligible college can apply for the honor, Kaufman explained. Along with the
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by the recognitions, the production’s primary goal was always to educate and inform viewers. “The film aims to raise awareness about social and cultural issues that the country and the world continue to struggle with,” Lovrovich said. “We can all be more aware and more accountable to each other.” More information about “A World of Difference” can be found at worldofdifferenceseries.com. Read Previous ‘Strong link of three’: PLU graduate’s life — suddenly cut short — is remembered through legacy
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can be possible with funds from the Green Fund.” Proposals are currently being reviewed on a monthly rolling basis and will be accepted through April 1st, or until all funds are allocated. Final decisions on funding will be made by student sustainability leaders: the co-presidents of GREAN, the ASPLU Sustainability Director, and the RHA Sustainability Director, based on their judgment of each project’s feasibility and contribution to energy conservation at PLU. To learn more, email questions or
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independent in her journey to college. Despite the hardships, she found her community through the PLU Diversity Center. “The D Center is like a family, and all of the Rieke Scholars are very close,” she said. It is a great place for students of color and students who are the first in their families to attend college. It is good to feel seen.” She enjoys the rich discussions about diversity, justice and sustainability she is able to have with fellow Lutes. “I would like to think I am pretty educated, but
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St{art} Momentum Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / April 13, 2012 April 13, 2012 St[art] Momentum, the 2012 Senior BFA Exhibition at Pacific Lutheran University kicks off with an opening reception on April 25, 2012, from 5p.m. to 7p.m. Graduating BFA students will have their best work on display. The exhibit remains open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or by appointment) through May 27, 2012 in Ingram Hall at Pacific Lutheran University. Admission is free and open to the public. Patrons can
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everyone being that way,” Cooley said. “Really, what’s most important is everybody making the little changes.” Reducing surplus by being smarter buyers makes an impact, Cooley said. “It’s not just about recycling,” she said. With campaigns like UnPLUgged, student residence hall communities are becoming more conscious about turning stuff off and unplugging devices when they’re not in use. There are also actions like identifying vending machines that aren’t being used, but cost more in electricity than
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Experiences for Kids`` and will be followed by a Q&A session with Medina. A Newbery Medal and Pura Belpré winner, Medina is a children’s, middle grade, and young adult author of Cuban descent whose books celebrate Latinx culture and the lives of young people. She serves on the National Board of Advisors for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and is a faculty member of Hamline University’s Masters of Fine Arts in Children’s Literature. Her works have been called “heartbreaking
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