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Lutheran University. But while he loved his time playing forward and center for the Lutes, he was far less certain about his initial choice of major.“Business school wasn’t a great fit,” Duncan recalled. “I had some awesome professors and I had some classes that I really loved, but then there were some that I just couldn’t get through. I wasn’t loving it, so I ended up switching to graphic design after my sophomore year.” And yet, Duncan has generated quite a buzz over the last year as a business owner

her time outdoors, set her on a direct path to her career. She joined the Washington Conservation Voters in 2008 and became its president in 2014, leading the organization’s political, campaign, and accountability strategies.“I first learned about the climate crisis in detail – and how to advocate for policy and political change — at PLU,” she said. “I loved my time at PLU. My education taught me to think critically, challenge the status quo, and advocate for my community.” We talked to Murphy

College kin: Mother, son attend PLU together Posted by: Thomas Kyle-Milward / January 27, 2020 Image: Skyler Ramirez-Ortiz, left, and mother Mirna Morris are attending Pacific Lutheran University together. January 27, 2020 By Ernest JasminGuest Writer for Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Jan. 27, 2020) — On the PLU campus this winter, two of the faces you’ll pass might look a little similar.Mirna Morris, 39, recently started attending PLU full time to get a BSN in nursing, a final step

showcase the uniquely interpersonal values and tight-knit culture of the Lute family — even in this time of physical distancing.The shows all connect back to a different central channel theme each week, and are hosted by a team of cross-campus partners from the Student Care Network, Student Life, the School of Arts and Communication, Outdoor Rec, Counseling, Health & Wellness Services, and Campus Ministry. Created to help bring on- and off-campus community members together after the university

From foster care to doctoral degree: Lizbett Benge’s educational journey Posted by: bennetrr / July 29, 2020 July 29, 2020 By Kolby Harvey '08Guest Writer for PLU Marketing and CommunicationsLizbett Benge ’11 describes her educational journey as “a long and winding road.” It began with her immersion into foster care and deeply influenced her time at PLU, where she grappled with a set of life experiences few of her peers could understand.Benge felt socially isolated, making few significant

Act Six scholar Andre Jones ‘22 grows leadership skills through outreach Posted by: Silong Chhun / February 2, 2021 February 2, 2021 By Veronica CrakerMarketing and CommunicationsWhen it came time to find a college, Andre Jones ‘22 had options. He considered attending a historically black college or university, like Howard University or Morehouse College. Fortunately for PLU, the Tukwila, Washington native found himself pulled closer to home. His choice of schools narrowed after he was awarded

pandemic,” Kang concluded. “This has been a great way to apply my knowledge and grow my skills in both communication and political science at the same time.”  Read Previous PLU announces plans for a full return to campus this fall Read Next Andrew Whitney ’12 directs program to pair Tacoma students with local internships COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn

time at PLU, he has been involved with the Wild Hope Center for Vocation as both a vocation intern and Wild Hope Fellow. He has found ways to use his interest and expertise in vocation and philosophy to inspire his peers through his vocation drop-in hours, which he hosts every Monday from 5:30-7:30 pm.Etzell became involved in Wild Hope during his junior year after being recommended for the Wild Hope Fellows Program. He applied out of curiosity, and learned quickly that the Fellowship is for people

Yaquelin Ramirez’s ’22 passion for helping others leads to a future in healthcare Posted by: Silong Chhun / May 5, 2022 Image: Yaquelin Ramirez ’22 in the second floor lab where as a chemistry major she spent much of her time. (PLU Photo/John Froschauer) May 5, 2022 By Veronica CrakerMarketing & CommunicationsAs a child, chemistry major Yaquelin Ramirez ’22 often went to work with her mother at a Federal Way nursing home. The time spent watching her mom help the residents sparked something

A Universal Language: Cassio Vianna shares a passion he discovered in Brazil with students at PLU Posted by: Zach Powers / June 5, 2022 June 5, 2022 By Anneli HaralsonResoLute Guest WriterCassio Vianna has been a teacher since he was 8 years old. At that time, his mother was learning to play the organ and Vianna decided to go with her to her lessons rather than stay at home with his siblings.  “To this day, my mom loves to tell the story of how, when she practiced at home, I would correct her