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shape my identity, as not just a pastor, but a pastor who is a queer person and is concerned with social justice issues,” Rude said. “I became involved in other justice work because of my own experience of being pushed to the sidelines. That all shapes the kind of pastor I hope that I am, and the pastor I plan to be at PLU.” Rude began to feel called to serve the Lutheran church while studying religion at Augustana University, where she graduated in 2002, but at that time she didn’t think pastoral

in many things, there’s only so much I can do and it’s OK to try new things every year while still pursuing what I’m most passionate about, which is writing, journalism, politics and social justice. Often to relax, I usually watch YouTube, Netflix (favorite TV shows: “The Office,” “New Girl,” “Stranger Things” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”), nap, or video chat my best friends who are all spread across different colleges. My favorite YouTuber is Lilly Singh. She’s kind, positive and been a

particular focus on transfer and commuter students. Sixty percent of the funds will provide student scholarships. The remaining money will fund new support programs for these students. The goal is to eliminate disparities in graduation and retention rates between low-income students and their peers who study STEM subjects. Small-group mentoring with trained faculty will connect students with resources and experiences, including study groups, social events and professional development opportunities. The

University Pastor, Jen Rude, to check out Sunday services at Trinity! 9:40AM-11:15AMMeet in Red Square to walk to Trinity Lutheran Church (across the street from Mortvedt Library) Hammock Hangout Optional: Looking for a chill Sunday social time with fellow new Lutes? Come hangout outside with us! 10:00AM-11:30AMAUC Upper Campus Grassy Quad (between Xavier, KHP, Admin, and Hong Hall) HUNGRY? Optional: Brunch Rotations with LUTE Guides10:30AM-12:30PMFind your individual LUTE Group meeting location printed