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Chair of Computer Science | Department of Computer Science | lmurphy@plu.edu | 253-535-8729 | Research and Professional Activities Prof.
of Computer Science Education M.S., Computer Science, Vanderbilt University, 1988 B.S., Mathematics, Delta State University, 1986 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Computer Science Education Recursion & Recursive Data Structures Novice Debugging Diversity in CS Active & Cooperative Learning Selected Presentations Dale E. Benson Innovation Studies Workshop, Student-Centered Instruction in Computer Science Education, Pacific Lutheran University (October 2018) Invited Presenter, Pairs, Peers and
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Explorer Thorleif Thorleifsson highlights his 80 day journey around the Arctic Ocean. (Photo by John Froschauer) Arctic exploration and climate change By Katie Scaff ’13 Changes in the Arctic have become increasingly visible, according to Norwegian explorer Thorleif Thorleifsson, who, with BØrge Ousland, became the…
gales. “We have to analyze challenges thoroughly,” Thorleifsson said. “My friend BØrge has survived all these expeditions because he is a pessimist.” Thorleifsson credited their successful voyage to innovation, using state-of-the-art communication technology, good teamwork and a combination of thorough preparation and improvisation. Thorleifsson said he hopes his work will bring awareness to the issue of global warming. “I hope that the companies and actors in the future will be responsible
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By Michael Halvorson. On October 17, 2017, PLU alum Brad Tilden (1983) engaged with students, faculty, and alumni in a lively conversation about the past, present, and future of Alaska Airlines. The special event was organized as the 13th annual Dale E. Benson lecture in…
panel featuring Sergia Hay (Philosophy), Norris Peterson (Economics), Mark Mulder (Business), Bridgette O’Brien (Religion), and Michael Halvorson (History and Benson program chair). Most of the faculty also work together in the school’s Innovation Studies and Environmental Studies programs. The conversation was thoughtful and wide-ranging, including student questions on the pending merger with Virgin America, competition with Delta Airlines, pilot shortages, the moral obligations of an airline to
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Tami Charles is an award winning and New York Times bestselling author of children’s, middle grade, and young adult books.
cognitive psychology to K-16 education. Dr. Willingham is the author of Why Don’t Students Like School?, When Can You Trust the Experts?, and Raising Kids Who Read (forthcoming).2014: Milton ChenSix Edges of Innovation in Education Presented by Dr. Milton Chen Chen shared his thoughts and examples of these six edges including: The Thinking Edge, The Curriculum Edge, The Technology Edge, The Edge of Time and Place, The Co-Teaching Edge, and The Youth Edge.Six Edges of Innovation in EducationPart 1Part
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Interested in a future job at a major tech company? Come and meet a Pacific Lutheran University graduate who successfully followed that career path. Cameron Emerson ’08 graduated from PLU with a degree in Economics. These days the Oregon native works out of Chicago as…
world’s most powerful companies and give advice to Lutes preparing to enter the workforce. ———- May 3, 7:00 p.m. | Ingram 100 This event is free and open to the public. Read Previous Alexa and Innovation Research at Amazon Read Next Healthcare Economics: An Interview with Teresa Hackler and Karen Travis LATEST POSTS Recording of Glory M. Liu’s 2023 Benson Lecture Released November 21, 2023 Benson Research Fellows to Present March 31, 2023 Summer Research Fellows Share Results October 15, 2021 Summer
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PLU President Thomas W. Krise welcomes faculty and staff back to campus, highlighting the strengths of PLU and his goals for the future. (Photo by John Froschauer) “A University of the First Rank” By President Thomas W. Krise Good morning and welcome to the 2012…
to give you all a sense of my own hopes for how all this might work. First and foremost, this planning will be a shared, collaborative process. We need each of you to be fully engaged to achieve success. Together we might do the following: Create a budgeting system that encourages innovation and experimentation Empower people at all levels to make decisions at the right levels of authority Encourage pilot programs to test innovative ideas Create more opportunities for continuing education Ensure
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Diversity, Social Justice, and Sustainability are not separate concerns, but instead interrelated ones, no one of which can be addressed without addressing the others.
like PLU must above all serve as sites of dissensus on these matters, where all reasonably-argued views and perspectives are not simply welcomed but also cultivated.Diversity“The condition of difference necessary to all life and creativity” – Martusewicz, Edmundson, & Lupinacci, 2011 Pacific Lutheran University values Diversity because: Diversity is essential to all life, creativity, vision, and innovation. We learn and grow from experiencing a diversity of people, perspectives, ideas, and
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Key Master A conversation with Steve Maxwell, President, KeyBank South Puget Sound District; Photo by John Froschauer Growing up in Portland, Oregon, Steve Maxwell ’90 always knew he would major in business. However he wasn’t so sure what he’d do with a business degree. Maxwell,…
, human resources, credit and sales management. My leadership team inspires me daily with their collaborative spirit and professionalism. And I am proud to be part of an organization that considers community leadership a priority. It is my privilege to manage our volunteer work in the South Sound and the annual donation of $700,000 to area non-profits. What I enjoy most is working with KeyBank’s 400-plus employees in the South Puget Sound. I am inspired by their work ethic and their commitment to
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The Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (PBMS) at the Oregon Health and Science University offers many exciting opportunities in Biomedical Research through an individualized graduate program for training the next generation of biomedical scientists, readying them for changing challenges in science and scientific careers. PBMS…
have generous support from OHSU’s specialized and multidisciplinary research institutes and centers that bring together collaborative teams working side by side to promote excellence and provide trainees with an exceptional array of both academic and scientific resources. Graduate students will develop a broad understanding across biomedical disciplines with strong foundations in quantitative literacy and critical thinking. This allows students to identify important biomedical questions, design and
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The School of Education’s emphasis on early and on-going field experiences, coupled with an enduring heritage of excellence in professional and liberal arts education, has given PLU one of the most
high standards and help students believe in themselves. Excellence in that endeavor takes time and practice. We constantly strive to improve our approach: To be creative, never boring or routine. Teachers, too, play an important role in a democratic society whose vitality depends upon a well-educated and discerning citizenry. Thus, we seek interactive, collaborative partnerships between students, teachers, administrators, parents, and the business and social community. The School of Education’s
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