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PLU introduces new data science major to meet growing demand in data-driven economy https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2024/05/06/plu-introduces-data-science-major/

PLU introduces new data science major to meet growing demand in data-driven economy Posted by: mhines / May 6, 2024 Image: Students work on group projects in the MATH 348 course titled “Statistical Computing and Consulting,” Friday, April 19, 2024, in Morken at PLU. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) May 6, 2024 By MacKenzie HinesPLU Marketing & Communications PLU officials recently announced the launch of a new data science major, which will commence this fall semester. This strategic addition responds to

The Policy Protection and Value Attributed to Chinook Salmon and Insects in the Chambers-Clover Cree https://www.plu.edu/clover-creek-watershed/the-policy-protection-and-value-attributed-to-chinook-salmon-and-insects-in-the-chambers-clover-creek-watershed/

, leading to an overview of some of the impactful policies that protect them and an analysis related to that second question of how effective they are. All of which leads to further questions that need to be addressed before coming to a close. The Value of Salmon and Insects This is not an argument on whether these animals should be valued but an analysis on whether we do, which is not always easily achieved. There is no postcard sent to everyone in the state asking people to rate whether they care

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PLU introduces new data science major to meet growing demand in data-driven economy https://www.plu.edu/natural-sciences/news/plu-introduces-new-data-science-major-to-meet-growing-demand-in-data-driven-economy/

PLU introduces new data science major to meet growing demand in data-driven economy Posted by: nicolacs / May 6, 2024 Image: Students work on group projects in the MATH 348 course titled “Statistical Computing and Consulting,” Friday, April 19, 2024, in Morken at PLU. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) May 6, 2024 By MacKenzie HinesPLU Marketing & CommunicationsPLU officials recently announced the launch of a new data science major, which will commence this fall semester. This strategic addition responds to

Center for the Integration of Modern Optoelectronic Materials on Demand REU https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2021/11/18/center-for-the-integration-of-modern-optoelectronic-materials-on-demand-reu/

Center for the Integration of Modern Optoelectronic Materials on Demand REU Posted by: nicolacs / November 18, 2021 November 18, 2021 The University of Washington has a new Center for the Integration of Modern Optoelectronic Materials on Demand (IMOD). This NSF funded program is offering paid summer REU positions at UW and at a dozen other institutions around the country. The focus is on cutting edge optoelectronics and quantum materials synthesis. Optoelectronic devices that generate, sense

Saved By the Ball https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2014/01/29/saved-by-the-ball/

January 29, 2014 Saved by the Ball: How Football Led Jahleel Barnes to PLU—and to the Seahawks As an intern for the Seattle Seahawks, Jahleel Barnes ’13 is a Lute living his dreams. Photo by John Froschauer / PLU By Barbara Clements Content Development DirectorAt the age of 23, Jahleel Barnes ’13 is well on his way to making a significant dent in his bucket list: Visit New York City. Check. Attend a Super Bowl. Check. Work for an NFL team. Check. Finish college and work in his major. Check

5 Graduate Degrees to Address the Negative Impacts of COVID-19 https://www.plu.edu/admission-graduate/blog/5-graduate-degrees/

5 Graduate Degrees to Address the Negative Impacts of COVID-19 Posted by: thiriba / March 2, 2021 March 2, 2021 COVID-19, coronavirus, pandemic — where were you when you first heard the words that would impact your life experience?In times of pandemic and adversity, we collectively faced an insurmountable challenge. People all over the world experienced uncertainty regarding the future, quarantine fatigue and a sense of isolation. While going back to school for a master’s degree amidst a global

PhD Program in Biochemistry at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2020/10/22/phd-program-in-biochemistry-at-the-graduate-center-of-the-city-university-of-new-york/

PhD Program in Biochemistry at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York Posted by: nicolacs / October 22, 2020 October 22, 2020 The PhD Program in Biochemistry at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York is currently recruiting students to join our program in Fall 2021. Here are some highlights: Our PhD students take classes at the Graduate Center building diagonally across the Empire State Building in their first year and then join a research lab at one of the 8

Award Recognizes PLU Speech and Debate Team as one of the Best in the Pacific Northwest https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2015/02/06/debateaward/

Max Bartholomew made it to the semi-finals in the junior division. “Finals were the last thing on my mind at the beginning, but somehow Sam and I were able to make it into semis,” Bartholomew said. Competing in their first competition together, Ballard and Gerlach proved a dynamic duo: They made it to the final round. Debate duo Max Bartholomew and Sam Altenberger pose with their semi-finalist plaque. (Photo: Tori Vigil, PLU) Patricia Im prepares for a round of debate. (Photo: Tori Vigil, PLU

Starbucks’ Use of Market Research Propels the Brand https://www.plu.edu/msma/blog/starbucks-use-of-market-research-propels-the-brand/

. Market research is appropriate for each change in the integration of operations that will be customer-facing or will impact the services customers experience. Consider that Starbucks has conducted market research on dairy substitutes in its hand-crafted coffee beverages. Note also that Starbucks is highly attentive to monitoring social media networks for consumer brand affinity and customer complaint. Starbucks also actively solicits customer suggestions on its website. Market research can take