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  • How to have fearlessly curious conversations in dangerously divided times 1:45 – 3:30 p.m. | March 7 | Chris Knutzen, Anderson University Center Who: Mónica Guzmán, Bridge-Builder, Journalist,

    information on Speaker, please visit www.prhspeakers.com.Carolyn FinneyOur Story: Blackness, Belonging & Dreaming the Family Tree 12:30 – 1:35 p.m. | March 8 | Regency Room, Anderson University Center Who: Carolyn Finney PhD, Environmental Studies Professor of Practice, Franklin Environmental Center, Middlebury CollegeBio: Carolyn Finney, PhD is a storyteller, author and a cultural geographer who is deeply interested in issues related to identity, difference, creativity, and resilience. The aim of her

  • Tyson Bendzak ’10 clowns around at Nike before leaving for the Olympics in London. Persistence, passion and his skills on a unicycle paid off for the alum, who majored in physical education.(Photo provided by Tyson Bendzak) Focus, persistence land alum at Nike, and this week,…

    do it then,” said the physical education major. “But then I didn’t want to look back and regret  it.” It took several weeks to put together the video and written applications – Bendzak did the video shoot on his unicycle – and then he submitted it in June. A month later, he found out he’d been picked as one of the three employees going to London. Nike plans to have Bendzak do some of his reports on his unicycle, which they will ship over to London for him. Bendzak started a unicycle club

  • Healthy Relationships Newsletter David B. Ward, Ph.D., LMFT Feeling depressed, anxious, or angry? How might your relationships be contributing to these feelings? As a marriage and family therapist, I

    intimate partner relationships allow for feedback to be given and received. Research on therapy outcomes shows that therapists who seek feedback and then adjust based on the feedback of their clients produce better outcomes. Similarly, relationships that allow for feedback to be heard and acknowledged, and when appropriate, adjustments to be made, lead to greater success. Fourth, in healthy intimate partner relationships, partners tend to highlight strengths and see them as part of or inherent to the

  • PLU students are eligible for the following scholarships and awards: The Judge Bertil E. Johnson Scholarship provides an award to a premedical undergraduate student who has attained junior status.

    David Ulleland was killed in a tragic job-related accident on August 3, 1968. David was regarded as quiet, bright, and well-organized, and a serious student and Lutheran. He loved baseball, track, and cross-country track. Out of fondness and appreciation for Lowell Anderson, the Ulleland family generously funded the remainder of his education at PLU. After graduating from PLU in 1971, and after completing medical school, Dr. Lowell Anderson now is a practicing orthopedic surgeon in Montana.  In 1987

  • PLU students are eligible for the following scholarships and awards: The Judge Bertil E. Johnson Scholarship provides an award to a premedical undergraduate student who has attained junior status.

    David Ulleland was killed in a tragic job-related accident on August 3, 1968. David was regarded as quiet, bright, and well-organized, and a serious student and Lutheran. He loved baseball, track, and cross-country track. Out of fondness and appreciation for Lowell Anderson, the Ulleland family generously funded the remainder of his education at PLU. After graduating from PLU in 1971, and after completing medical school, Dr. Lowell Anderson now is a practicing orthopedic surgeon in Montana.  In 1987

  • Three PLU music ensembles will take their performances to venues near and far next month. Two vocal groups, Choir of the West and University Chorale, are traveling to Spokane to perform at the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) 2022 regional conference. University Wind Ensemble is…

    Choir of the West, University Chorale, and University Wind Ensemble Spring Conference Appearances Posted by: Reesa Nelson / February 15, 2022 Image: Spokane skyline, where Choir of the West and University Chorale will be performing February 15, 2022 Three PLU music ensembles will take their performances to venues near and far next month. Two vocal groups, Choir of the West and University Chorale, are traveling to Spokane to perform at the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) 2022

  • PLU climbed three spots, from 14th to 11th, in the U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best regional universities in the West. PLU was one of only three Pacific Northwest universities ranked in the top 12 of the highly competitive category that…

    quality, including but not limited to academic reputation, retention, graduation rate, faculty resources (including class size), student selectivity and financial resources. PLU is regularly touted for its academic rigor, commitment to community, and innovation. Recent accolades include recognition as the No. 1 school in Washington and ninth in the country for financial aid by LendEDU; ranked second best Prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs in Washington by Nursing Schools

  • “The massacre of innocents in Orlando prompts us to pray for those who grieve, to resist homophobia and Islamophobia, and to work diligently for an end to the easy purchase of deadly weapons. A Lutheran university, inspired by the non-violent life and inclusive love of…

    133 AND COUNTING: The tragic shooting in Orlando and the need for new gun control measures Posted by: Thomas Krise / June 15, 2016 Image: Flags fly at half-staff on campus and at the Gonyea House honoring the victims of the attack in the LGBTQ nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. June 13, 2016. (PLU/John Froschauer) June 15, 2016 “The massacre of innocents in Orlando prompts us to pray for those who grieve, to resist homophobia and Islamophobia, and to work diligently for an end to the easy

  • About five years ago, Donovan Conley realized his passion for cooking and good food was something more than a pastime. As an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at University of Nevada, it dawned on him that food had everything to do with his scholarly work.…

    Quick, tasty and healthy? ‘Food & Narrative’ explores the foodie possibilities Posted by: Todd / February 5, 2016 February 5, 2016 About five years ago, Donovan Conley realized his passion for cooking and good food was something more than a pastime. As an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at University of Nevada, it dawned on him that food had everything to do with his scholarly work. Food touched everything that mattered, from the environment to labor practices, from federal policy

  • In keeping with PLU’s access, recruitment, and retention goals, we must expand our understanding of “effectiveness” in assessment to include equity-centered assessment practices.

    Equitable Assessment PracticesIn keeping with PLU’s access, recruitment, and retention goals, we must expand our understanding of “effectiveness” in assessment to include equity-centered assessment practices. According to Montenegro and Jankowski (NILOA 2020) equity in assessment relies on three changes in how we think about data collection, analysis, and action:  Assessment should be culturally responsive, meaning it should be mindful of context and the various student populations being served