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Originally published in 2021 Dr. Samuel Torvend spent his sabbatical during the 2019-20 school year researching environmental consciousness and sustainability in early medieval monastic communities. Early medieval monasteries were built to last, he emphasizes. “When these monastic communities were established, they did not think they…
what was available at different times of the year – something we should be contemplating with greater seriousness as climate change continues its sad advancement throughout the world.” What lessons can Benedictine communities offer about sustainable living to us in the present day? Dr. Torvend answered with a few questions of his own: “Do you know the region in which you live? Do you know the land and water resources? How do you promote a more equitable sharing of the goods within your region so
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Ed.D Courses
development of professionalism and competence in inquiry and reflective practice with opportunities to demonstrate your knowledge and skills related to the complexities of teaching. (2-4) EDUC 564 : The Arts, Mind, and Body An exploration of methods to facilitate creativity and meaning-making in the classroom through visual, musical, non-verbal/physical movement, and dramatic arts. (2) EDUC 565 : Elementary Reading, Language Arts, Social Studies Practice designing, implementing, and assessing lessons and
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Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability (DJS)/Civic Engagement Clubs and Organizations seek to create a safe, supportive, and diverse environment that challenges students to explore social justice
activism across species lines, and the Birders of PLU aim to co-create a flourishing multispecies future. Activities include birding trips, bird identification and life history lessons, campus-wide events, and more! Type of Club or Organization: Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability (DJS)/Civic Engagement Meeting Times & Places (Subject to Change): When: Fridays from 3pm-4pm Where: DJS Lounge Club Email: birdersofplu@plu.eduBlack Student UnionDescription: The Black Student Union strives to create an
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“Jews went like sheep to the slaughter,” is often heard in popular accounts of how the Holocaust unfolded.
“Empowerment” a three-day conference. The Powell-Heller Conference seeks to give educators, students and community members a way to use the lessons of the Holocaust to empower themselves and those around them.Learn more about the Empowerment conference 2012 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education ConferenceThe fifth annual Powell and Heller Holocaust Conference at PLU focused on the Nazi plunder of Jewish valuables, along with belated efforts at restitution. There was also session on German
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Fr. Charles R. Gallagher, S.J., of the history department at Boston College will speak about his explorations of a heretofore unknown set of intelligence relationships involving Nazi, British, and
does it mean to you?” A panel of faculty members judge the essays. The first place essay winner will be awarded $750. Second place award is $250. Congratulations to 2018’s Raphael Lemkin Essay Contest winners! First place: Teresa Hackler for her essay “It is Nice in a Developed Country Like America: Reflections on the 1994 Genocide against Tutsi and the Global Implications of Divisive Language. Second place: Katherine Wiley for her essay “People are Bad,” but…Exploring the Lessons of Genocide
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The 2021 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education at PLU is proud to announce that this year’s conference will be the first collaboration with the world’s leading Holocaust center, Yad
-Heller Conference seeks to give educators, students and community members a way to use the lessons of the Holocaust to empower themselves and those around them.Learn more about the Empowerment conference 2012 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education ConferenceThe fifth annual Powell and Heller Holocaust Conference at PLU focused on the Nazi plunder of Jewish valuables, along with belated efforts at restitution. There was also session on German churches and universities, with speakers
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Join us for a delicious way to start the 2019 Personal & Professional Development Opportunities. We invite you to enjoy complimentary pancakes (gluten-free available), sausage (vegetarian
, we could find joy, be optimistic, and laugh anyway? This fun and funny keynote will present simple tips for recharging your batteries, converting negative energy into positive, and learning happy life lessons from those who know best – young children and dogs. Presenter: Leigh Anne Jasheway Room: AUC Regency Room10:15-11:15AM | CANCELED | Breakout Session: PLAY Your Way to a Healthier LifeCANCELED: Breakout Session: PLAY Your Way to a Healthier LifeThis interactive session will build on the
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Isaiah Banken ’21 knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine. Banken, with a B.S. in biology and a minor in mathematics from PLU, explored various medical opportunities near his hometown of Wenatchee, WA, including working at a ski resort, serving in hospice care,…
an energy that I didn’t know I had. I still frequently apply lessons in grit and teamwork to my daily life in medical school that Dave taught during rowing practice. How did you hear about the Dr. George and Emma T. Torrison Scholarship? IB: I learned about this scholarship through my advisor, Dr. Auman. She mentioned the scholarship, and I was very excited to apply! I hadn’t heard about it before, but I was excited for the opportunity to speak about how my faith as a Lutheran motivates me to
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On day one of PLU Professor of Mathematics Daniel Heath’s Designing a Starship class, students have no idea what they have signed up for — and that’s exactly how Heath wants it. The course is part of PLU’s International Honors Program (IHON), which means it…
insightful answers,” Heath writes in the class syllabus. “Although we will be using some scientific methods of inquiry and exploring scientific ideas, this is not a science course. As we work to design our starship, we will find that many of the lessons we learn can be directly applied on Earth.”In the first few weeks of class, Heath’s goal is to convince students that they are actually building a starship. It’s the most important part of the course because the starship concept forces students to think
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TACOMA, WASH. (Dec. 15, 2016) Pacific Lutheran University alumna Jessica Anderson ’07 is passionate about education, geosciences and technology, and has combined all three to become an award-winning educator. In 2016, Anderson was named the Montana Teacher of the Year and received a Presidential Award…
learning model you use. How did you start down this particular path as an educator? I started with my physics students, creating lessons online on a learning management site and having them complete assignments within a window of time. This was great, because I knew students could take more ownership of their learning and self-manage their progress. I wanted to be able to give them more personalized feedback. I didn’t want to limit their learning with a deadline or with grades, I wanted them to be able
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