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reconciliation efforts. The Pacific Lutheran University alum agreed to discuss that honor, the barriers he broke in 1970 as the city's first black principal and his continued work as a retired educator and community member in this latest episode of PLU Podcast.Stewart, born in a small rural Texas community, pursued teaching as a career path because it was one of only a handful of opportunities open to him and other African Americans at the time. After his early experiences as an educator in his native state

workshops. Underwood’s exceptional problem-solving skills and humble and patient approach have substantially modified our understanding of early Universe dynamics and garnered him an international reputation. The nomination packet for Underwood included letters from PLU colleagues and research scientists worldwide offering their enthusiastic support. One colleague observed that Underwood has “made advances in cosmology research worthy of an R-1 university.” Another colleague elaborated on the

, PLU’s Classics program is a flagship for the liberal arts side of PLU’s mission and identity. When I talk to prospective students, I use the Classics as a key example of how we achieve our mission. PLU believes that we can best prepare students for thoughtful inquiry, leadership, service, and care by giving them a sense of the historical foundations from which our current world has come, by teaching them long-tested tools of critical thinking that will help them no matter what work they do and where

university to continue to live up to its stated mission to “care for the earth.”The university now utilizes three hybrid Prius vehicles – one used by Campus Safety, and two used by the office of Admission. Of the 15-or-so vehicles utilized by facilities management, many of the worst gas-guzzlers have been retired, with all-electric vans and grounds carts in their place. According to Dave Kohler, director of facilities management, in recent years, this emphasis has cut the average age of the PLU fleet by

October now amounts to more than $15 million, helping push the university’s current fundraising campaign beyond the $100 million mark. “In a remarkable testament to the commitment of our alumni and friends to the university’s mission and goals, more than 20,000 donors – with gifts large and small – have given and pledged more than $102 million in support of the campaign,” Anderson said. “The campus community is sincerely grateful for their support.” Foremost among the university’s supporters was Karen

the telescope began in the 1940s. In 1990, it was finally launched into space. Once in orbit it was discovered that its 2.4-meter lens  was a fraction off, making the first images it captured slightly blurry. After a NASA repair mission effectively gave the telescope corrective contact lenses, images jumped back into focus. “Hubble has brought so much insight,” Rush said, adding that at first, scientists weren’t sure what they’d see. What they did see was astonishing. By using the Hubble it was

until years later — after becoming the first in his family to go to college and losing his father — that Urrea was inspired to return to his old neighborhood to do mission work. “Sometimes you forgot who you are or what you are. That’s what happened to me,” Urrea explained. Working with a man by the name of Pastor Von and connecting with people from his old neighborhood gave him a new perspective on humanity, which is a common theme in many of his books. “Into the Beautiful North” tackles some of

professionals join us in our mission to promote the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society.” The Pacific Lutheran University MSF is jointly offered by faculty from Finance, Economics, Accounting, and Mathematics to present a cross-disciplinary education that uniquely prepares graduates to excel in financial careers. Graduates are equipped to hit the ground running with a powerful set of skills and tools from a curriculum designed in

March 9, 2014 A New Holocaust and Genocide Studies Minor at Pacific Lutheran University By Barbara Clements PLU Director of Content Development An important new step has been taken at PLU with the creation of a Holocaust and Genocide Studies minor, available to students beginning in the fall of 2014. This new program has the following statement of mission and description: The Holocaust and Genocide Studies program is strongly grounded in PLU’s educational commitment to helping its students

the mission of Pacific Lutheran University. He understands that the donor must come first, and that his calling is to match donors with opportunity in a way that benefits both donor and the University.” Read Previous Nicaragua Spring Break Trip Read Next MESA Day at PLU: A Bridge to Success COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Three students share how