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The following is a wonderful sermon from Interim Campus Pastor John Rosenberg given at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Browns Point on Sunday, May 29th. Is PLU Lutheran Enough? Now That’s a Good Question ( ) Pastor John Rosenberg’s sermon at Grace Lutheran Church in Corvallis,…
asked me to say something about PLU. My hope is to give you a fuller picture of PLU and, most importantly, bring a gospel word to those of you gathered here on this Memorial Day weekend. I chose the reading from I Kings because I believe it points to an essential element of what we at PLU believe we’ve been called to do as a Lutheran University. I believe it also addresses a basic misunderstanding about the purpose of Lutheran higher education. Perhaps you remember this story from Sunday School days
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Join us for the Virtual Admissions Application Symposium via Zoom on March 4, 2023. The symposium is a great resource for current undergraduate or beyond students who are interested in applying or reapplying to our medical school. Please register by February 27, 2023 Topics Covered…
competitive application/reapplication and application structure A day in the life of a medical student (panel of current medical students) Medical school financial education/Student Affairs support services and career advising Professionalism Admissions interview information with possible mock interview practice https://medicine.wsu.edu/admissions-application-symposium/ Read Previous Research in Interdisciplinary STEM Education (RISE) Read Next Paid Summer Scholar Program at Seattle Children’s Hospital
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TACOMA WA – Congratulations to Robert Gallagher (Sociology Junior) for his acceptance into the prestigious American Sociological Association’s Honors Program! According to the ASA “the Honors Program provides undergraduate sociology students a rich introduction to the professional life of the discipline. Once admitted, these exceptional students…
exceptional students come together for four days and experience all facets of the ASA Annual Meeting. By participating, Honors Program students develop long-lasting networks with other sociologists while their sponsoring departments get to ‘showcase’ their most outstanding majors.” To learn more about ASA Honors, visit this link. Read Previous Pacific Sociological Association Annual Meeting Read Next Palmer Scholars Builds Hope and Opportunity Through Education LATEST POSTS J-Term 2020 – Study Away in
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Pacific Lutheran University has been awarded another grant from School’s Out Washington and the Washington State Department of Commerce to be used toward the Tacoma/South Puget Sound MESA program. The $11,000 grant comes from the Washington Youth Development Nonprofit Relief Fund. The MESA program prioritizes…
, 421 were approved funding —including PLU.Welcome to Tacoma/South Puget Sound MESA! Vision Statement We will end “under” representation in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields through education, opportunities, and partnerships. Mission Statement To prepare underrepresented (African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Pacific Islander, and women) students for higher education and careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Read Previous
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Cover art by Ta-coumba T. Aiken Intersections, Number 50, Fall 2019 Intersections is a publication by and largely for the academic communities of the twenty-seven institutions that comprise the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU). Each issue reflects on the intersection of faith, learning,…
Intersections: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Posted by: abryant / October 30, 2019 October 30, 2019 Cover art by Ta-coumba T. Aiken Intersections, Number 50, Fall 2019 Intersections is a publication by and largely for the academic communities of the twenty-seven institutions that comprise the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU). Each issue reflects on the intersection of faith, learning, and teaching within Lutheran higher education. It is published by the NECU, and has its home
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Cover art by Diego B. Lasansky Intersections, Number 46, Fall 2017 Intersections is a publication by and largely for the academic communities of the twenty-seven institutions that comprise the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU). Each issue reflects on the intersection of faith, learning,…
Intersections goes digital Posted by: hassonja / December 12, 2017 December 12, 2017 Cover art by Diego B. Lasansky Intersections, Number 46, Fall 2017 Intersections is a publication by and largely for the academic communities of the twenty-seven institutions that comprise the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU). Each issue reflects on the intersection of faith, learning, and teaching within Lutheran higher education. It is published by the NECU, and has its home in the
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TACOMA, WASH. (May 24, 2019) — A PLU psychology professor is doing his part to secure funding for federal agencies and programs that support social and behavioral science research. Dr. Corey Cook met with Washington Senator Patty Murray and other members of Congress on Capitol…
directives.” Social and behavioral science research provides strategies and solutions to address complex issues, such as the opioid epidemic, cybercrime and terrorism, as well as everyday challenges including improving the quality of education and keeping consumers informed about products and services. Dr. Cook, who recently presented his research on sexual harassment/assault prevention practices at the U.S. Naval Academy, explains, “It’s important for our field to have visible advocates who share the
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So, … what can you do with an English major? Endless possibilities await! Proficiency in critical and creative reading and writing is crucial in today’s information-driven economy. An English major will equip you for any path that demands, effective communication, appreciation of diversity, and creative…
. Are you curious about what PLU English alums have done with their English degree? Their paths span diverse fields, from managing content at Amazon to roles in government, education, and editing. Read Previous Mathematics major Lindsey Clark ’24 is a Noyce scholar and future teacher Read Next You Ask. We Answer. How is your Education program? LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with
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During the 2023-2024 academic year, 2,345 students received PLU-funded aid, with the average PLU student receiving $37,036 in scholarships. Through scholarship support, donors are part of a network of care that supports students in pursuing their educational goals, unlocking their full potential, and becoming leaders…
, and becoming leaders in their communities. An investment in PLU scholarships is an investment in students who will be empowered to thrive in a well-rounded education that extends beyond the classroom. We asked three students what scholarship support means to them and how they plan to spark a brighter future by serving and leading with care – both at PLU and beyond. Rhiannon Leach ’25, Elementary Education “I want to be a safe space for students to feel comfortable talking about anything.” Rhiannon
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When Kaila Harris ’24 received her PLU acceptance letter, it was a special moment for her and her family. Upon its arrival, Kaila read the letter, which included the contents of her financial aid package, aloud to her parents. “When I finished, my dad stood…
make higher education accessible to students from all financial backgrounds. Kaila grew up an hour and a half from Tacoma in Castle Rock, Washington and attended Castle Rock High School. An education major, with an emphasis in special education, and a music minor, PLU was always her first choice. “I was really lucky because my high school band director, Mrs. Dietz was a PLU alum,” Harris explained. “We even had the opportunity to come up to PLU and attend music workshops with PLU educators while I
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