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  • Professor Emeritus of Mathematics | Department of Mathematics | meyernc@plu.edu | Chris has been at PLU since 1970.

    Chris Meyer Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Email: meyernc@plu.edu Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Mathematics, University of Oregon, 1970 M.A., Mathematics, University of Oregon, 1967 B.S., Mathematics, Reed College, 1966 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Differential Geometry and the History of Math Biography Chris has been at PLU since 1970. He will be retiring as of May 2010.

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  • Lecturer - Band Studies; Conductor - Concert Band | Music | veghmb@plu.edu | 253-535-7602 | Matt Vegh graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in 2012 with a Bachelor’s of Music Education (K-12 band and K-12 music) and Central Washington University in 2016 with a Master’s of Music in wind band conducting, where he studied with Lewis Norfleet and Mark Lane. Professor Vegh also teaches at Steilacoom High School.

    band and K-12 music) and Central Washington University in 2016 with a Master’s of Music in wind band conducting, where he studied with Lewis Norfleet and Mark Lane. Professor Vegh also teaches at Steilacoom High School. At SHS, he directs Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and has taught AP Music Theory. His concert bands consistently receive Superior ratings at festivals, while percussion ensemble frequently performs at the WIAA/WMEA State Ensemble Contest, and has

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  • Human Resources Specialist | Student Employment | sarah.deback@plu.edu | 253-535-8283 | Hello Lutes! I’m the Student Employment Human Resources Specialist for Pacific Lutheran University.

    coordination Individual and group training Student staff employment support On campus work study Biography Hello Lutes! I’m the Student Employment Human Resources Specialist for Pacific Lutheran University. My goal is to support, encourage, and assist all students workers on campus whether that be filling out I-9 forms, W-4s, applying for jobs, or giving work advice. Feel free to stop by during my office hours or send me an email if you have any questions about on campus jobs, I am always happy to chat

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  • Professor of Religion | Religion | hammerej@plu.edu | 253-535-7225 | Erik Hammerstrom has had a deep affinity with Buddhism since he was young and has spent his entire adult life in its study.

    touch on Buddhism in some way, including courses on the history and religions of East Asia, and Asian American immigration history. In his research, he has published books and articles on the intellectual and institutional history of Chinese Buddhism during the early twentieth century, focusing on Buddhist responses to elements of modernity, such as the discourses surrounding both religion and modern science. When not engaged in the edifying pursuits of teaching and study, he supports his local

  • Associate Professor of Flute and Music Theory | Music | rhynejl@plu.edu | 253-535-7058 | Jennifer Rhyne is Associate Professor of Flute and Music Theory at Pacific Lutheran University.

    or Expertise Flute Sølvvinden Flute Ensemble Music Fundamentals Camas Wind Quintet Responsibilities Applied Flute Lessons, Directs Solvvinden Flute Ensemble, Teaches Music Fundamentals, Member of Camas Woodwind Quintet, Director of the Summer Flute Workshop Selected Publications Two Muses Biography Jennifer Rhyne is Associate Professor of Flute and Music Theory at Pacific Lutheran University. She holds degrees from Oberlin College and Conservatory of Music, the University of Michigan, and Stony

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  • Assistant Dean of Students / Title IX Coordinator | Wellbeing Services and Resources | childrjl@plu.edu | 253-535-7166 | Jennifer joined PLU in 2013 as the Lutes Women’s Basketball Head Coach.

    Withdrawal process Shared supervision of Care Network and OAA Assist the Dean of Students in University matters Professional Memberships/Organizations NASPA Biography Jennifer joined PLU in 2013 as the Lutes Women’s Basketball Head Coach. In 2020, Jennifer moved into athletic administration and served as the Assistant Athletic Director, as well as taking on the role of the University Title IX Coordinator. When Wellbeing Services and Resources was formed in 2023, Jennifer joined WSR staff in her current

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  • Lecturer - Saxophone | Music | steighev@plu.edu | 253-535-7602 | Praised by the Tacoma News Tribune for his “effortless lyricism” as well as his “smooth tone and fluid virtuosity,” saxophonist Erik Steighner has performed with ensembles including the Austin Symphony Orchestra, the Federal Way Symphony, the Northwest Sinfonietta, the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra, the San Antonio Symphony, and Symphony Tacoma.

    , where his course load has included saxophone, chamber music, music theory, ear training, music appreciation, and digital music. He is also on faculty at the University of Puget Sound Community Music Department and is the founder and conductor of the South Sound Saxophone Ensemble. Steighner has premiered dozens of solo and chamber works and appears on CD releases from labels including Albany Records, Alea Publishing, Mark Custom, Naxos, Reference Recordings, and Vienna Modern Masters. Steighner

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  • 208 Garfield Manager | Campus Restaurants - Dining at PLU | yeomanml@plu.edu | 253-538-5990 | Mary Lou has been with PLU for over 10 years and has worked a variety of positions.

    Mary Lou Yeomans 208 Garfield Manager Phone: 253-538-5990 Email: yeomanml@plu.edu Office Hours: (On Campus) Mon - Fri: 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Biography Biography Mary Lou has been with PLU for over 10 years and has worked a variety of positions. She loves working closely with the students and helping to make PLU an awesome experience for everyone. She’s a great cook, her tamales are almost famous! Her family is what keeps her going both at and away from work.

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  • Visiting Assistant Professor | Department of Computer Science | pfawcett@plu.edu | 253-535-7402 | Overall I am hybrid academic/industry experienced professional with skills as an information scientist, Software Engineer, Entrepreneur, technology manager, and technologist who has worked in the technology sector for over 30+ years, mostly on Microsoft engineering teams and Microsoft Research (MSR).

    -Williams. "Building Environmental Literacy through Holistic Storytelling." Online Journal of Ecology and Environment Sciences Vol. 1, November 2021: 1-12. Karen E. Fisher, Ann Peterson Bishop, Lassana Magassa, Philip Fawcett. "Action!: codesigning interactive technology with immigrant teens,." IDC '14: Proceedings of the 2014 conference on Interaction design and children June 2014: 345-348. Philip Fawcett, Karen E. Fisher, Ann Peterson Bishop, Lassana Magassa. "Using design thinking to empower ethnic

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  • Executive Director of Sponsored Programs | Sponsored Programs | erica.lueth@plu.edu

    Erica Lueth Executive Director of Sponsored Programs Email: erica.lueth@plu.edu Professional Education M.S.H.S., Clinical Research Administration, The George Washington University B.A., Biology, Society, and the Environment, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Pre-award & post-award sponsored programs administration Federal grant seeking support, training, and management Proposal & budget development