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places and issues as an international student, I wonder how I can fully relate these interactions into the context of my own life, nation, and culture. With regards to Mexico, a country with significant economic and political ties to the US, both institutionally and locally, how does this shape the dynamic? In other words, how does something like learning about local forest management techniques in a small indigenous town in northern Oaxaca, Mexico, connect to larger, global environmental issues, and

we can bring our differences to the table to build and transform community.” During a recent conversation at Northern Pacific Coffee Co., a coffee shop near PLU’s campus, Rude said she’s eager to lend that passion to PLU. “I was shaped by the values of a liberal arts education at an ELCA-affiliated university,” she said. “I benefited from learning to ask questions, living into my values, engaging difference, serving others and living in community. It was hard, and at times, I desperately needed a

lunches, two dinners, speakers, a musical event, three guided tours (one in Belfast), one-on-one conversations with peacebuilders, reading materials and international travel insurance. *Airfare is not included. “The program is unique because it will provide alumni with both a learning experience and a tourist experience,” Kelleher said. “They’ll have structured time to learn about the fascinating history and ever-developing future of Derry from varying points of view. The most exciting opportunity for

from your experience as a student to your perceptions of PLU today. In this issue of ResoLute , we begin our series sharing highlights of the valuable feedback from Lutes across our community. We plan to use your input to evolve our alumni and student engagement programs. Responses show that alumni feel overwhelmingly positive about the experience they had at PLU. They praise the high quality of teaching and learning, express strong connection to their “academic homes,” and most enjoyed a strong

. “I’m more passionate about how we can bring our differences to the table to build and transform community.” During a recent conversation at Northern Pacific Coffee Co., a coffee shop near PLU’s campus, Rude said she’s eager to lend that passion to PLU. “I was shaped by the values of a liberal arts education at an ELCA-affiliated university,” she said. “I benefited from learning to ask questions, living into my values, engaging difference, serving others and living in community. It was hard, and at

being with children,” Aung said. “This is a great way to get teaching experience – something I might like to explore after graduation.” “I’m still exploring different careers and I also enjoy working with children,” added Escobar. She mentioned her interests to her faculty adviser, Shannon Seidel, assistant professor of biology. Seidel introduced Escobar to the Noyce program. This year’s program dispatched PLU students to five area elementary and middle schools through a service learning science

completing. Consult with a member of the Academic Advising staff about planning for your possible major. Meet with an advisor to review degree plans to determine the time line for completing major and General University Requirements. Ask Yourself Without thinking about a future career: Am I interested in a subject matter? Do I enjoy reading and learning about this field? Do I have or can I develop the skills necessary for success in this major? I've Decided...Now What? I’ve Decided! Now What