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We’re proud to offer on-campus housing to more than 1,300 students yearly, with nearly 72% of our first-year students choosing to live in the residence halls! If you’re wondering, “Do I have to live on campus?” while attending PLU, our answer is “Yes, unless…” PLU…
Pierce County or in approved zip codes. Is at least 20 years of age on or before September 1 to be exempt for the academic year, or on or before February 1 to be exempt for the spring semester. Enrolled in and completed at least 4 full semesters at PLU. Living with a spouse or child [copy of marriage or birth certificate required]. You can find more detailed information on this Residency Requirement webpage. Some students joining us from around Pierce County and other local communities may wonder
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During spring 2015, Elly Vadseth’s digital photography class introduced her to a new kind of image manipulation. She spent her semester combining nature shots with studio images using a photo collage method – the end result – a web of pictures. Now, Vadseth and Taylor…
Populi Awards, an online photography contest for fine artists and art photographers, featured their pieces in curated books at a special reception at the Louve. The Dreamers Collection featured Vadseth’s photo collage, “Web of Dreams,” a piece inspired by her travels in Thailand, as well as mythical culture and fairy tales. “In this particular piece I thought about how the spider is feared by many, but also symbolizes wisdom and protection in many cultures,” Vadseth said. “I like the light and dark
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Following Dr. Pauline Shanks Kaurin’s recent publication in Newsweek, PLU’s Philosophy Department Chair sat down with me to discuss her article’s reception, the role of Twitter in philosophical discourse, and how philosophers of the modern day relate to the public. The article, originally published by…
. Shanks Kaurin gained initial inspiration for her article through a thread she began on her Twitter account. Analyzing Defense Secretary James Mattis’ remarks to troops stationed in Jordan, Dr. Shanks Kaurin shared her thoughts on the speech with this tweet: “Mattis is reflecting a line I have [heard] from many (mil esp but also civ): society is gone to hell and mil is only + last bastion of virtue,” she tweeted. The tweet gained traction, with numerous comments, retweets, and likes. Mattis is
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Kaiser Permanente offers three great ways to volunteer. Find out more at: https://wa-health.kaiserpermanente.org/volunteering-benefits
Kaiser Permanente Volunteer Opportunities Posted by: alemanem / January 18, 2018 January 18, 2018 Kaiser Permanente offers three great ways to volunteer. Find out more at: https://wa-health.kaiserpermanente.org/volunteering-benefits Read Previous Application for the ACS Scholars Program Now Open! Read Next 2018 REU Opportunity at the Colorado School of Mines LATEST POSTS Mississippi State University Now Accepting 2025 Summer REU Environmental Science Applications November 15, 2024 Dept of
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Textile artifacts from the Scandinavian Cultural Center (SCC) will be on display in the University Gallery exhibition entitled “Common Threads: An Overview of Scandinavian Textiles” February 3 – March 2, with an opening reception Wednesday, February 10, 5pm-7pm. The presentation of textile pieces will include…
hangings, rugs, tools used in the preparation of these pieces, and several costume artifacts. As a special feature, Swedish tapestry weaver, Cecilia Blomberg, will display several of her exquisite tapestries. “Textiles are a huge part of the Scandinavian culture. Not only were/are they an essential part of a household in many areas, but also serve as an identity to the people,” said Linda Caspersen, one of the curators of the exhibition. “Clothing is worn for protection, status, and adornment and these
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Pacific Lutheran University is excited to announce the establishment of the Steen Family Symposium on Environmental Issues. David ‘57 and Lorilie Steen ’58 have generously donated funding to the PLU Environmental Studies program to support this new annual symposium. The gift is being invested in…
and a profound understanding of the urgency of this moment, of how finding a path forward is a matter of broad collaboration and outreach,” Adela Ramos, chair of environmental studies, said. “We are honored to be entrusted with their vision. And we look forward with great excitement to making PLU a point of connection for diverse perspectives and communities as we grapple with the complex challenges of climate change.” The Steens are committed to supporting PLU’s partnership with the Parkland
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New Lutes, returning students move into halls The room in Tingelstad was exceedingly bare, as new roommates, Carly Romo and Nikki Noble, concentrated on filling out their sign-in forms. In the wings of the 14-by-16 foot room, huddled two moms, a friend and grandma, all…
was dropped off 20 years ago by his parents. “It was basically dropping me and my things off at the curb and driving off,” he laughed. But this week, after the goodbyes, there are always cell phones and e-mails. Read Previous Mental skills coach remembers Olympics Read Next What does being a Lute really mean? 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 Babcock
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Veolia North America has a Field Chemist position available. To read the job description and to apply please visit the posting on Indeed.
Open Field Chemist Position at Veolia North America Posted by: alemanem / May 25, 2021 May 25, 2021 Veolia North America has a Field Chemist position available. To read the job description and to apply please visit the posting on Indeed. Read Previous Individual Development Plan (IDP) Read Next Internship Opportunity for STEM Students LATEST POSTS Mississippi State University Now Accepting 2025 Summer REU Environmental Science Applications November 15, 2024 Dept of Energy Computational Science
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16th Annual Jazz Under the Stars Kicks Off July 10 By Sandy Deneau Dunham, PLU Marketing & Communication As a gift to the community—and really, to everyone who attends—the Pacific Lutheran University Department of Music kicks off its free summer concert series, Jazz Under the…
will move indoors). And, if you’d like even more star power after enjoying the big-name performers of July 31, Aug. 7 and Aug. 14, the PLU Physics Department will open PLU’s Keck Observatory for stargazing those evenings, weather permitting. Here’s the lineup: July 10 The Luigi LaCross Quartet Luigi LaCross is a four-piece combo from Olympia featuring John Croarkin (flute, bass flute, harmonica, alto and soprano saxophones), Drew Gibbs (piano, hand percussion, drum kit), Phil Lawson (guitar) and
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Professor Joanna Gregson did research into writers of romance novels and found herself intrigued and surprised. (John Froschauer, Photographer) Romancing the readers isn’t that easy, prof discovers in research project By Steve Hansen It all started when a box of pink and lavender romance novels…
, and they received an enthusiastic reception. Their research has been mentioned on countless author blogs and Twitter feeds, featured in podcasts, and they have been asked to write guest blogs for Random House and USA Today. The pair also have a Facebook page and Twitter feed to update fans on their research. Gregson finds most interesting the idea of the stigmas associated with these novels. After all, she admits even she had her own stereotypes before she read them. She knows her misperceptions
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