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  • TACOMA, WASH. (August. 31, 2016)- The sale of KPLU from Pacific Lutheran University to Friends of 88.5 FM was finalized on Tuesday, August 30. Friends of 88.5 FM, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization formed to preserve the local National Public Radio affiliate, officially took ownership of…

    earlier this month by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the station and its assets were purchased for $8 million: $7 million in cash plus $1 million of underwriting announcements to be provided to PLU over 10 years. PLU has placed the cash in the university’s endowment to fund student scholarships, and the underwriting announcements will be used to raise awareness about educational and arts events on campus. As part of the agreement, Friends of 88.5 FM will continue to use broadcast and

  • Join us for 12 Gifts of Christmas. For 12 days this holiday season we will share performances of new musical works recorded this fall, performances from recent Christmas Concerts and personal

    DetailsJoy Shall Be Yours in the Morning (Z. Randall Stroope) Fall 2020 Chamber Ensemble Richard Nance, director Festival First NowellPerformance DetailsFestival First Nowell (arr. Dan Forrest) Choir of the West, University Chorale, and University Symphony Orchestra Brian Galante, conductor Recorded December 2017 Sing We Now of ChristmasPerformance DetailsSing We Now of Christmas (arr. Susan Conant) Fall 2020 Virtual Choral Ensemble Brian Galante, director Silent NightPerformance DetailsSilent Night (arr

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March 31, 2016)- The state Legislature has adjourned, following a 60-day regular session and a 20-day overtime session. The budget adopted by lawmakers maintains current funding levels for the State Need Grant program, despite earlier proposals to cut as much as $9 million.…

    20-day overtime session. The budget adopted by lawmakers maintains current funding levels for the State Need Grant program, despite earlier proposals to cut as much as $9 million.The final adopted budget allocates $18 million to the SNG program by shifting funds from the College Bound program, maintaining fiscal year 2015 service levels for fiscal years 2016 and 2017. The compromise avoided affecting 2,300 low-income students attending public and private colleges and universities, including those

  • TACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 1, 2016)— University Conference launched the beginning of fall semester at Pacific Lutheran University on Wednesday, setting a powerful tone for the 2016-17 academic year. President Thomas W. Krise delivered his annual state of the university address before a crowd of faculty,…

    culminate Oct. 31, 2017, the milestone anniversary of Luther’s revolution. President Thomas W. Krise describes the recently launched Listen campaign at University Conference, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) President Krise opened up to faculty and staff at University Conference about PLU’s need for a true, authentic sense of belonging for all students. He shared four videos as part of the Listen campaign, addressing the questions: How do you listen? How do you respond? What do you

  • Established in 2011, the PLU Peace Scholars Program is designed to deepen understanding of central issues and theories of dialogue, peace-building, conflict, and war.

    Beiermann.Peace Scholars travel to Norway in June for seven weeks, with Peace Scholars from other U.S. universities and students from around the world. In the past they also attended and participated in the Nobel Peace Prize Forum in Minneapolis (now renamed into Human Rights Forum). Read the full story about 2017 Peace Scholars here Summer Study: Oslo International Summer SchoolThe summer school is a vibrant international environment in which students from over 80 countries take part. The 14 Peace Scholars

    Peace Scholars
    Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447
  • possible. I am a Sociology and Hispanic Studies double major. Before this trip, I was highly focused on the immigration system in the United States; I was incredibly curious about its history and the social ramifications surrounding it, and was fascinated by how these are manifested in Tacoma, since one of the largest detention centers in the country is housed on Tacoma’s port. Immigration, or migration in general, are complex topics that influence culture, experiences, and social situations in every

  • TACOMA, Wash. (Aug. 31, 2015)—Pacific Lutheran University has been closely connected to the Scandinavian world—and to the local Scandinavian community—since its founding by Norwegian Bjug Harstad in 1890. These days, PLU’s Nordic roots are reflected across campus: in building names, artwork, Scandinavian Area Studies programs…

    opening reception on Sept. 26) It’s a huge opportunity—literally—to showcase PLU: The exhibition is anchored by five 5-by-8-foot canvas tapestries displaying photos from eras of PLU’s history. Each banner is accompanied by a plaque with information about each era, and separate panels chronicle the evolution of Lutheran education in the Pacific Northwest and at PLU specifically. The exhibition also includes maps, interactive media and selected historic items from PLU’s Archives. SCC Director Elisabeth

  • Making sense of the application process for financial aid in 10 steps or less.

    Banner Self Service.  Then, search for jobs and complete the hiring process, which may be with your chosen on or off-campus employer.8: If Accepting A Federal Nursing LoanIf choosing to borrow the Federal Nursing Loan, first accept the loan in Banner Self Service.  Then, complete the online Entrance Interview and Master Promissory Note with our loan servicer, ECSI, when notified by email. The email from ECSI will provide you with instructions for completing online processes necessary in order to

  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    Can I Get a Master’s Degree Unrelated to My Undergraduate Major? Maybe you’re a recent college graduate — you’re discovering that your bachelor’s degree actually isn’t going to prepare you for the career you want. Or maybe you’ve been in the workforce for several years — and you’ve decided that you either want to move in… April 8, 2022

  • Ministry is planning a series of events on Monday, Oct. 31 to mark the 499th anniversary of the Reformation. Look for the schedule at the Campus Ministry webpages. December 2016Sounds of ChristmasDec. 8 from 8 to 9:30 p.m., Lagerquist Concert Hall in MBR“Sounds of Christmas” with a Reformation choral work performed by University Singers and Men’s Chorus and directed by Associated Director of Choral Studies Brian Galante. Tickets for “Sounds of Christmas” are available online.February