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  • Fostering leadership, learning and empathy between cultures was and remains the purpose of the international scholarship program. - Senator J. William Fulbright

    awardees, who meet, work, live with, and learn from the people of the host country, through sharing daily experiences. The host countries determine the number and criteria for candidates. Award/Stipend/Benefits: round-trip transportation to the host country, funding to cover room, board and incidental expenses, and Accident & Sickness Health Insurance 2.  Fulbright Study/Research: Academic OR Creative and Performing Arts Available in 150 or more countries, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March. 13, 2016)- TEDxTacoma 2016: Healthy Future will welcome a diverse bill of local business, arts, education and nonprofit leaders to share their ideas on a wide spectrum of topics including health care, leadership, human nature and violence against women. The annual event…

    with PLU as an opportunity to combine two very similar missions. “We’re very excited about fusing TEDxTacoma’s devotion to ‘ideas worth sharing’ with PLU’s commitment to ‘lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care,’” said Utley. TEDxTacoma attendees have the option to purchase general admission or VIP tickets. VIP tickets include entry to TEDxTacoma and the post-program VIP reception, as well as one complimentary drink at the VIP reception. “The VIP reception is an opportunity to

  • Choose your own adventure with the Outdoor Rec (OR) rental program! From hammocks to tents, sleeping bags to backpacks, and everything in-between, Outdoor Rec has a wide selection of gear for your

    Gear Rental Program Choose your own adventure with the Outdoor Rec (OR) rental program! From hammocks to tents, sleeping bags to backpacks, and everything in-between, Outdoor Rec has a wide selection of gear for your next excursion! Gear rental is charged on a weekly basis. Gear pick up and drop-off will take place at the Columbia Center (located on Lower Campus, across the street from Pflueger). Rental availability is subject to change and depends on what gear is being used for OR-led trips

  • Students and experts debate October 4 Members of the Pacific Lutheran University Speech and Debate team will partner with local policy experts on Oct. 4 to publicly debate the potential benefits and pitfalls of voting for a third party in the 2016 presidential election. Democratic Communication…

    Fourth annual Ruth Anderson Public Debate talks third-party vote Posted by: Todd / September 28, 2016 Image: The Ruth Anderson Public Debate at PLU on 10/8/2015 (Photo/John Struzenberg ’16) September 28, 2016 Students and experts debate October 4Members of the Pacific Lutheran University Speech and Debate team will partner with local policy experts on Oct. 4 to publicly debate the potential benefits and pitfalls of voting for a third party in the 2016 presidential election. Democratic

  • TACOMA, WASH. (June 7, 2019) — Thanks to a new 2019 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, Pacific Lutheran University is happy to announce a Spring 2020 partnership with the nationally acclaimed Clemente Course in the Humanities. The partnership will launch a Clemente…

    Humanities’ continuing support for our Veterans’ Initiative,” said Lela Hilton, Executive Director of the Clemente Course. “It reaffirms our belief that engagement with the humanities is central to our ability to participate most actively in our communities, and to live a full and joyful life. To co-create and share this experience with veterans is a true honor.” The Tacoma program will be directed by Jeb Wyman, who was also the first academic director for the CVI course in Seattle in 2016-2017, and is

  • A happy accident landed Sandra Estrada ’20 in her “Global Human Rights” course. It resulted in research on child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa, which she presented at an academic symposium at

    , she struggled to find a landing spot. She quickly learned that her next choice, chemistry, wasn’t in the cards either. Then, with the help of Hames’ class, she discovered the depth and breadth of global studies. Public health quickly rose to the top of her interests within the field. She plans to continue exploring that topic on a global scale through study away. She’s considering enrolling in the semester Gateway program in Oaxaca, Mexico. “This definitely catapulted my interest into doing

  • TACOMA, Wash. (May 23, 2015)— As part of his official visit to Washington and Alaska in May, His Majesty King Harald V of Norway spoke at Pacific Lutheran University’s Commencement ceremony, where he received a Doctor of Laws jure dignitatis. His Majesty King Harald V…

    campus. Thank you very much for this great honour.This has been a most enjoyable day: visiting the campus, meeting with students and faculty, and seeing again the rune stone that was erected in 1976 to commemorate the visit of my father, King Olav, the year before. And now; seeing you all here – at such a proud and important moment in your lives. For all of you who are now graduating— today marks the end of a voyage. Yet it is also the beginning of another exciting journey. After all your hard work

  • Here are some examples of the financial and health care benefits that you will receive under the Wellness Access Plan:

    health insurance. It can be used to cover insurance deductibles and other eligible out-of-pocket costs. For example, if primary insurance does not cover the cost of a medication or medically required vaccination, the Wellness Access Program may provide financial assistance with those costs. In addition, it can be used to assist with preventative care and dental costs. Can I waive out of this plan?No. There is no option to waive out of this plan. All domestic students are required to be enrolled

  • Global studies and religion professor Erik Hammerstrom has spent his career researching and teaching about the history of Chinese Buddhism. He’s a quintessential teacher, beloved by students for leading engaging discussions, his imaginative project assignments, and planning field trips to nearby temples. It’s hard to…

    else’s anguish, and be with them in their anguish but not let it overwhelm me. Chaplaincy work can be difficult. Not everyone’s cut out for it, but I thought it would suit my capacities as well as my spiritual values, and that has been true. Which is very affirming. Do you plan to integrate your chaplain certification with your teaching and academic research when you return to campus this fall? I am hoping that this work can connect with some of PLU’s new health care programs and initiatives like the

  • This hearing conservation program applies to those employees who are exposed to noise levels that equal or exceed an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) sound level of 85 decibels (dB).

    IntroductionThis hearing conservation program applies to those employees who are exposed to noise levels that equal or exceed an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) sound level of 85 decibels (dB). Noise exposures should be computed in accordance with WAC 296-817-300, without regard to the fact that personal protective equipment may reduce employee noise exposure. The following examples are typical of high noise level environments that can be found at PLU: Grounds maintenance equipment Machine