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to gain industry experience. “I never imagined that,” he said. “Since I did my entire pre-college education in the French language, I could not see myself finishing my studies in a different language.” Cynthia Riley DeHope, director of the MSF at PLU, said the 10-month program caters to students from diverse backgrounds. Students need quantitative abilities, a desire to study finance and, above all, a “willingness and ability to learn.” Other than that, anyone from any undergraduate background

Gender Affairs saw a stream of Trinidad and Tobago students come to Washington state for four years of study at the university. There, they formed relationships with their American counterparts that remain strong today — several traveled to reconnect with the visiting alumni group during their stay on the islands. “The joy of my life,” Kareen ’09 Ottley said of her studies in the States. “We made many memories throughout my period there with PLU.” (Photo by Sunny Burns) Go GlobalWith alumni travel

a double major in history and Chinese studies. They bonded over their experiences in theatre, the common struggles they faced in college, and the memories that stand the test of time. The rich conversation unlocked stories that transcend the four years (or more, in Laubach’s case) each of them spent on campus, stories that ultimately draw together Lutes from all walks of life. PLU proudly embraces a tradition of reformation, rooted in 127 years of Lutheran higher education and grounded by tenets

graduated because it was so important to her.” The next step in Ceynar’s research will include partnering with female professors in the natural sciences to study how student expectations of professors vary by discipline and gender. This is a growing research field, with more studies on the extra burdens students place on faculty of color, as well. One way Ceynar hopes to help change the way students treat their female professors is by sharing these findings with them. Traditional formalities are

you’ve been out of college for a few years, jumping back into the grind isn’t easy,” Jones said. To help his peers navigate the challenges of their unconventional college experience, Jones also draws from his military background — especially his short stint at the prison. It spurred a deeper understanding of larger narratives of history, one half of his double major. Passion crosses his face when he talks about his studies. His face lights up and he leans forward in his chair to talk about what he’s

State University in 1969. He served as an administrator in several Washington school districts and at an international school in The Philippines. After retirement, he began an unexpected second career as a landscape artist painting the outdoor spaces he loved so well. After Helen’s death in 2001, Dick began volunteering weekly at PLU’s Alumni Office. Dick and Helen loved jazz music, and in his final years, he created the Richard and Helen Weathermon Joyful Noise Endowment for Jazz Studies at PLU

to rest.” Higgins, a biology major and environmental studies minor, said she decided to participate in the internship to gain research experience. She loved being with the whales every day and hopes to work with animals in the future. “I enjoy learning about animals and marine life, specifically,” she said. “I also like learning about the environment and how pollution affects ecosystems.” Haglund, also a biology major, applied for the internship because it focused on environmental biology. A

finance, in 2016 before taking a gap year to gain industry experience. “I never imagined that,” he said. “Since I did my entire pre-college education in the French language, I could not see myself finishing my studies in a different language.” Cynthia Riley DeHope, director of the MSF at PLU, said the 10-month program caters to students from diverse backgrounds. Students need quantitative abilities, a desire to study finance and, above all, a “willingness and ability to learn.” Other than that, anyone

Sociology Club president, student government senator, Residence Hall Council president, juvenile rehabilitation intern, strategic planning intern and AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutor. She now studies at Gonzaga School of Law and wants to be an advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves.

of Community Development, Culture and Gender Affairs saw a stream of Trinidad and Tobago students come to Washington state for four years of study at the university. There, they formed relationships with their American counterparts that remain strong today — several traveled to reconnect with the visiting alumni group during their stay on the islands. “The joy of my life,” Kareen ’09 Ottley said of her studies in the States. “We made many memories throughout my period there with PLU.” (Photo by