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new classes, and learning and updating (when needed) all the procedures in the department! But now I have a semester behind me, and we have finished settling into our new home, my wife Catherine, daughter Madison, and I are carving out more time to explore the Tacoma and Seattle area. We just attended our first Seattle Opera production, a stellar performance of Tosca! We like to hike and ride our bikes. My wife and I like walking on one of the ferries and spending a few hours on the water
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color to solve the problems,” Hambrick said. “We didn’t create this system of privilege.” In order for people from all backgrounds to work in coalition to dismantle institutional inequities, people must not fear their privilege, she said. Too often people are scared of saying or doing the wrong thing, she said, so they don’t speak out at all. Hambrick said that must change. “All I care about is that the effort is there,” she said. “The learning will come. This work is hard and it’s messy
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Race - VW An examination of philosophical assumptions behind concepts of race. Beginning with the question "what is race?" the course addresses the notion of racial identities, metaphysical issues surrounding racial designations, and the ethical/political effects of such questions. (4) PHIL 229 : Human Rights - VW This course examines historical development of philosophical notions associated with "rights-based" language in domestic and international political life, and how these concepts are
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in course number, title, or editorial changes to the catalog description. EPC may, at its discretion, determine whether a proposed change is substantive or non-substantive. If a determination is made that the proposal is indeed a substantive change, it may be sent back to the originating unit for additional detail. Minor corrections of language, grammar, or typographical errors may be requested directly by memo to the registrar and do not require EPC approval. Activation of special topics courses
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respective career paths, trying to stay in the same city, or at least the same state. In homage to his childhood in the Caribbean and his love of history, he received his Ph.D. in English language and literature from the University of Chicago in 1995. His emphasis is in 17th and 18th-century early Caribbean, early American, and 17th and 18th century British literature. When the Venus transit occurred in June, Thomas Krise was among the crowd at the Keck Observatory on the PLU campus to take a look at the
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-Law Religion I chose to study history at PLU because of the community feeling and support that PLU provides academically. Unknowingly, my first history class was with the chair of the department, Gina Hames and being able to form that connection early on has been essential to my success. Also, the staff are extremely dedicated to making sure you succeed, your academic excellence is their top priority! — Fulton B. ‘24 Did you know? Interested in learning history where it actually happened? PLU
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Studies Global Studies Peace Corps Prep Political Science Psychology Sociology plusocw I chose to study social work at PLU after much thought about how I could best serve my community. I did not initially know social work would be where I ended up, but my choice with the program has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have endured. The program is so welcoming and meets every student where they are at. — Maddie L., ‘21 Did you know? 100% of social work majors get hands-on learning experience
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work, Archives and Marketing and Communications are developing a project to better document the experience of Black students at PLU. Since then, she has advocated for herself by gaining an understanding of and from other people as well as learning to cope with her various identities and how they interact with the world around her. She composed Spectrums of Color, a play that explores the aspects of her own struggles and successes as a person on the Autism Spectrum with Intersecting Identities. Her
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developing core geologic competencies in students and he has always given generously of his time to assist students with lab and class assignments. One alum commented “his classes were some of the most challenging, so learning from him was not only a huge accomplishment, but also a privilege that I’m very glad I had the chance to experience.” He is fondly remembered by all for this British accent – with its unusual pronunciations – his gracious manners, and his droll sense of humor. Prior to coming to
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provide more “real world” work opportunities that test academic learning and help confirm future career interest. Offer the potential for making a bigger impact in terms of post-graduation resume’ and reference strength/competitiveness. Offer a wider variety of employers, industries, and job duties within the local communities. Offer greater potential for post-graduation employment with the same employer.
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