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  • As the world was beginning to realize the enormity of COVID-19, two Pacific Lutheran University professors seized the 2020 moment to do significant research into the psychology of the pandemic. PLU Department of Psychology Chair Jon Grahe and his Statistics 232 students conducted a U.S.…

    students are continuing work on a project through the Network for International Collaborative Exchange (NICE), researching attitudes, coping mechanisms, beliefs, and more surrounding COVID-19. Data from around the world collected in that study is now being analyzed and will be consolidated into a single dataset. “We’ll then begin our data analysis and a writeup this summer,” Cook said. All of these steps will involve collaboration between an international lead team of researchers.” Both professors not

  • Apply Now: Application for Fall 2022 (Class of 2023) Electrochemistry underlies technologies critical to avert the worst effects of climate change. Get the knowledge and training needed to help address the world’s biggest challenges! Chemistry, physics, engineering are all appropriate backgrounds – each brings unique…

    development in the area of applied electrochemistry. BS/BA in Chemistry/Biochemistry, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline (other majors, such as computer science or mathematics, could be appropriate, please discuss special situations with our team). Good academic record (please discuss with us for specifics, we look at your entire record, not just GPA). Research experience beneficial, but not required. GRE scores are not required. Learn more and apply at:  https://electrochemistry.uoregon.edu

  • Engineering Intern with Tacoma Water, $31.10 – $37.80 Hourly. Tacoma Water  has  four   engineering internship positions available for interested candidates to join our  System and Asset Planning, Treatment and Quality Planning, and Water Design teams  under the Planning and Engineering section.  Engineering interns can…

    development skills and expand their networks. Duties may include project management, collecting and analyzing large quantities of data, performing engineering calculations, reviewing plans, drafting technical memos, presenting findings, and participating in team meetings. Engineering interns will also be able to collaborate with a team, network with other professionals, and learn about various projects across our water system. Applications due February 26, 2024.   https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers

  • Luke Van Tassel ’24 joins PLU Outdoor Recreation on a weekend rock climbing adventure in Vantage, Washington. Learn more about Outdoor Rec.

    Around the PNW: First Time Rock Climbing Posted by: vcraker / December 20, 2022 December 20, 2022 Luke Van Tassel ’24 joins PLU Outdoor Recreation on a weekend rock climbing adventure in Vantage, Washington. Learn more about Outdoor Rec. Read Previous Computer Science major lands job at Netflix Read Next International Honors Program builds a ‘Starship’ LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute

  • Jane Davie ’23 shares her tips for successfully transferring to PLU. Learn more about the transfer process at plu.edu/transfer .

    Tips for Transfer Students Posted by: vcraker / December 20, 2022 December 20, 2022 Jane Davie ’23 shares her tips for successfully transferring to PLU. Learn more about the transfer process at plu.edu/transfer. Read Previous International Honors Program builds a ‘Starship’ Read Next How to be a Lute: Performing Arts LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with Zari Warden November 19

  • Grant brings Earth science workshop to PLU Next summer, K-12 and community college teachers will congregate at PLU for a five-day workshop on Earth science. Along with classroom and computer sessions, the teachers will trek through salt marshes on the coast looking for ancient tsunami…

    , will support the development and implementation of the professional development workshops for teachers. Of the total, Whitman was awarded $127,006. Titled “Collaborative Research: Teachers on the Leading Edge: Linking K-12 Earth Science Teachers to EarthScope,” the project is a collaboration between PLU, the University of Portland, Central Washington University and Portland Community College. EarthScope is a 10-year program to explore the structure of the North American continent and advance

  • Memoir chronicles the life of Nazi Germany refugee and successful Tacoma entrepreneur – Kurt Mayer Tacoma businessman, philanthropist and community leader, Kurt Mayer, has written a rags to riches story of his life and times. “My Personal Brush with History,” written with Joe Peterson, is…

    to an event that may yet be defined as the greatest crime in modern history,” Kurt Mayer wrote. “I am telling my story because we must continue to learn from the lessons of the past.” Mayer was the first person of the Jewish faith to serve on Pacific Lutheran University’s Board of Regents, serving from 1995 to 2005. He was instrumental in the development of the university’s Holocaust Studies Program. Mayer’s family was one of two prominent Tacoma area families who funded a $1 million endowed

  • PLU’s first solar panel system arrives in 2012 By: Katie Scaff ’13 PLU is that much closer to being carbon neutral by 2020 thanks to a $50,000 Solar 4R Schools grant from the Bonneville Environmental Foundation. The grant will pay for a 20-ft solar panel…

    country, including 121 in Washington state. The closest system installed through this program is a 24 kilowatt hour system at Tacoma Community College. The system would provide power for some electric vehicles on-campus and part of the facilities building. While designs for the solar panel system are underway, Cooley is working with Emily Dooley, Development Office program coordinator, as well as other individuals and groups across campus to raise $20,000 to match the $50,000 grant, a contingency upon

  • Sol y Luna is a center in Mexico that serves severely disabled children. (Photos by Greg Williams) Drawn to serve By Katie Scaff ’13 For PLU professor Greg Williams Mexico is more than a spot to vacation – it’s a place to continue his service…

    February 8, 2012 Sol y Luna is a center in Mexico that serves severely disabled children. (Photos by Greg Williams) Drawn to serve By Katie Scaff ’13 For PLU professor Greg Williams Mexico is more than a spot to vacation – it’s a place to continue his service to children with disabilities. Williams has made more than a dozen trips to Mexico over the last four years to volunteer at a local center for severely disabled children called Sol y Luna. Williams, a professor of Instructional Development

  • The Center for First-generation Student Success , an initiative of NASPA and The Suder Foundation, recently announced Pacific Lutheran University as one of 76 new members of the First Scholars Network for 2023-24. To be selected as a First Scholars Network member, PLU displayed a…

    institutions also working to create environments that improve the experiences and success of first-generation students, and will participate in monthly calls, professional development, goal setting, blog development, annual reporting, and more. After successful completion of the Network Member phase, institutions progress to the second phase, First-gen Forward, after which it is eligible to become a First Scholars Institution. First Scholars is the third phase of the First Scholars Network and serves as