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Integrity is an essential characteristic for nursing students and practicing nurses. Integrity involves the demonstration of honesty, trustworthiness, accountability, truthfulness, and reliability. The practice of the profession of nursing involves close interactions with a wide range of individual and groups of clients. The nurse must act to safeguard those clients and the public in matters of health care and safety. One aspect of professionalism is the maintenance of one’s own integrity

Nursing students are strongly advised to recognize appropriate professional boundaries. As such, they are advised to refrain from inappropriate intimate or sexual relationships with classmates or clinical agency personnel. Intimate and/or sexual relationships with faculty or members of the instructional team are strictly prohibited. Maintenance of appropriate personal and professional boundaries is an essential component of professional relationships and does not include the inappropriate

The use of social media and other electronic communication has become commonplace in our everyday lives. Every day new outlets, platforms, and applications are created and individuals are increasingly participating in blogs, social networking sites, video sites, online chat rooms, and forums in both a personal and professional manner. “The very nature of this medium, however, can pose a risk as it offers instantaneous posting opportunities that allow little time for reflective thought and

Students are welcome to make appointments with the Dean, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Associate Director Advisor, Admission, & Student Support, and Clinical Placement Coordinator as appropriate. Appointments with the Dean should be made through the Assistant to the Dean. Other appointments should be made through the main office. Students also are welcome to make appointments with faculty and staff as appropriate. Students are encouraged to request appointments via email. Please be aware

PLU stands ready to welcome military vets with a complete veteran support cadre including a Director of Military Outreach, VA Certifying Officials, Vet Corps Navigators and more. Veteran Services at PLU begins with the Director of Military Outreach (DMO.) The DMO supports military affiliated students so they can focus on their academics by working with and finding resources within community resources and military transition authorities. Students eligible to receive VA benefits, must contact the

How do you handle being the “first” or the “only”? Nikki Plaid ’96 (full oral history interview here)Born and raised in Las Vegas as a Lutheran, Nikki Plaid found PLU naturally through her family and her pastor. Her first night at PLU was the first night she had been out of state, and she was determined to make the most of her experience. In addition to picking up two majors (in political science and global studies) and a minor (in women’s studies), Nikki got involved with the Black Student

When it comes to being loyal Lutes, not many people surpass Don and Janet Reiman. Don was not only a PLU alum, he was also very involved with University activities in the years that followed. After his passing, Janet established the Donald F. Reiman Endowed Scholarship in honor of Don’s time at PLU and his legacy as a parent and grandparent of PLU students. “The Reiman family has a long history at PLU. Don and I met there in 1952. He graduated that Spring with a Business degree, joined the Navy

Ronald, left, holds a koala with Michael by his side. Michael Carson and Ronald Steigerwalt have been dedicated supporters of PLU for years. We are grateful for their loyalty and kindness to the University, and for sharing their story with us regarding the establishment of the Dr. Ronald Steigerwalt Endowed Scholarship. “I (Michael) was a bit delayed in the gift-giving department. I guess graduating in a recession didn’t help. Now though we have been active donors for over 20 years. Why give to

Allen Morris, the grandson of Lillian C. Anderson, joined his Uncle Stanley in starting the Lillian C. Morris Endowed Scholarship. And after learning about the spirit of generosity that his grandmother embodied, it is easy to see why. Allen shared the story behind this scholarship with us, saying, Lillian C. Morris “Lillian C. Anderson, born in 1884 in Sweden, one of 7 girls, moved to the USA with her family as a child, lived in the Midwest, Alaska and finally in Tacoma. She married Worthy J

Students in the School of Nursing may choose to pursue a withdrawal from the term if they do not have justifiable cause for a leave of absence, or their petition for a leave of absence was denied. To do this, a notification of withdrawal form must be submitted to the Financial Services and the School of Nursing. Oral requests are not acceptable. Charges will remain on the student account until written notice is received. Students are strongly advised to meet with their academic advisor prior to