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  • explore how deep currents of religious themes shape great literature, she returned to college to earn a Ph.D. in history and historical theology.  Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Llewellyn Ihssen began teaching at PLU in 2005 as an adjunct professor. Many of her courses focus on the intersection of medicine, economics, social ethics, and religion — a favorite course was “Health and Healing in Christian History.”  Religious philosophies and theologies “shape people’s ideas of the body, and care

  • should meet with professors at the beginning of the semester to discuss accommodations and the test schedule for each course. Maintain a positive attitude and a vision of the goal (program completion and first-time success on the NCLEX) Maintain personal wellness through healthy eating, adequate sleep, physical activity, healthy and responsible social activities Engage in anxiety control and stress reduction/management strategies as necessary before and during tests (centering, guided imagery

  • committees; and voting behavior. Intensive writing course. Prerequisite: POLS 251. (4) POLS 365 : Race and Ethnic Politics - ES, GE An interdisciplinary examination of the way racial and ethnic conflict shapes and structures American political, social, and economic life focused on the best path toward democratic equality. Discussions center on the literature that examines the integration of disenfranchised ethno-racial groups into in U.S. society, addressing the contemporary implications of changing

  • University of Namibia. His career has focused on advancing the social, health, economic and educational sectors of countries in southern Africa, particularly of his homeland, Namibia. He has coordinated programs and activities of AIDS non-governmental organizations and conducted survey research within Botswana, Namibia and South Africa, among many other activities. Tjiramba was one of nine Namibian students who received their degrees from PLU after their newly democratic country formed a partnership with

  • pastor, but a pastor who is a queer person and is concerned with social justice issues,” Rude said. “I became involved in other justice work because of my own experience of being pushed to the sidelines. That all shapes the kind of pastor I hope that I am, and the pastor I plan to be at PLU.” Rude began to feel called to serve the Lutheran church while studying religion at Augustana University, where she graduated in 2002, but at that time she didn’t think pastoral work could be a possible career

  • only so much I can do and it’s OK to try new things every year while still pursuing what I’m most passionate about, which is writing, journalism, politics and social justice. Often to relax, I usually watch YouTube, Netflix (favorite TV shows: “The Office,” “New Girl,” “Stranger Things” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”), nap, or video chat my best friends who are all spread across different colleges. My favorite YouTuber is Lilly Singh. She’s kind, positive and been a great strong female Indian

  • shape my identity, as not just a pastor, but a pastor who is a queer person and is concerned with social justice issues,” Rude said. “I became involved in other justice work because of my own experience of being pushed to the sidelines. That all shapes the kind of pastor I hope that I am, and the pastor I plan to be at PLU.” Rude began to feel called to serve the Lutheran church while studying religion at Augustana University, where she graduated in 2002, but at that time she didn’t think pastoral

  • in many things, there’s only so much I can do and it’s OK to try new things every year while still pursuing what I’m most passionate about, which is writing, journalism, politics and social justice. Often to relax, I usually watch YouTube, Netflix (favorite TV shows: “The Office,” “New Girl,” “Stranger Things” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”), nap, or video chat my best friends who are all spread across different colleges. My favorite YouTuber is Lilly Singh. She’s kind, positive and been a

  • particular focus on transfer and commuter students. Sixty percent of the funds will provide student scholarships. The remaining money will fund new support programs for these students. The goal is to eliminate disparities in graduation and retention rates between low-income students and their peers who study STEM subjects. Small-group mentoring with trained faculty will connect students with resources and experiences, including study groups, social events and professional development opportunities. The

  • Norwegian pioneer founders envisioned an institution that drew upon three millennia of liberal arts tradition. It is a tradition that stretches back to the prophetic quest for social justice, to the ancient Greek tradition of philosophical inquiry, to rabbinic argumentation, to the Christian monastic schools, and to the Islamic advances in the sciences. Our founders also drew on centuries of Lutheran higher education tradition. The presence of representatives from many Lutheran colleges and universities