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The University’s mission is to “educate students for lives of thoughtful inquiry, leadership, service, and care—for other people, for their communities, and for the earth.” Emerging from the University’s Lutheran heritage, our mission emphasizes both freedom of inquiry and a life engaged in the world. Our location in the Pacific Northwest, and our commitment to educate students for the complexities of life in the 21st century, also shape the University’s educational identity. The University

educational currents migrated to America and eventually shaped Lutheran institutions of higher learning down to the present. Signs of liberal arts education are everywhere in the curriculum of Pacific Lutheran University. Seven language departments cover languages strategic for the Lutheran intellectual tradition. Great classic literary, theological, and philosophical works are studied in English, Religion, and Philosophy classes. The social sciences offer sophisticated theory and ideas about practical

, field work and service learning opportunities are available. You will be encouraged to study abroad or work side by side with a faculty member in important research. PLU’s extensive, balanced and creative religion curriculum is among the best in the Pacific Northwest. The wide range of faculty expertise is complemented by small classes. Our faculty will work with you to design a personalized major, double major or minor around your educational goals. Your faculty adviser will work closely with you

PLU experience? Reza Refaei develops educational workshops, compares PLU’s biking culture to those of other universities, and devises plans to ensure the longevity of PLU’s Bike Co-op. 2015-2016 Sustainability Fellows Emily Steelquist“How Can PLU Students Be More Involved in Parkland Food Justice?”My research sought to better understand the relationship between PLU students, the Parkland community, and Food Justice, based on three engagement components: community gardening, food reclamation, and

Nature Climate Leadership Awards for its “off and onsetting” educational program for study away air mile carbon mitigation. In addition to purchasing carbon credits to offset the negative effects of air travel, student fees will go toward addressing the social cost of carbon through “onsetting,” funding sustainability projects here on campus and in our study away program sites around the world. Top producer of U.S. Fulbright students for 2012-13 as a master’s institution by The Chronicle of Higher

@plu.eduNā Hoaloha O Hawai’i (NHOH)Description: Nā Hoaloha O Hawai’i is a club that seeks to promote the Aloha Spirit and the diverse cultures of Hawai’i and its’ people through service projects, social events, and educational club meetings. At Pacific Lutheran University, we hope to spread attitudes of Aloha through service and leadership within the community and provide opportunities for students to socialize and be a part of your home away from home. You do not need to be from Hawai’i to join our

FERPA Authorization to Release Educational Records (link) view page This form is used to ensure a student's informed written consent before completing a recommendation letter or inquiry form that is based on information contained in his/her educational record.