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A long-planned academic restructure is being implemented that organizes Pacific Lutheran University’s academic programs into four colleges: the College of Health Professions; the College of Liberal Studies; the College of Natural Sciences; and the College of Professional Studies. “We’re very grateful to the faculty and…
Individualized Major Languages and Literatures Master of Fine Arts Native American & Indigenous Studies Philosophy Political Science Publishing & Printing Arts Religion Sociology & Criminal Justice STEM Education MinorCollege of Natural SciencesBiology Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Studies Geosciences Mathematics Physics PsychologyCollege of Professional StudiesBusiness Communication, Media & Design Arts Education Innovation Studies Music Theatre & Dance Note: General Education, First Year
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Many students want to know how governments are organized, how rules are made and how government influences the amount and distribution of social rewards.
, sociology, education or philosophy. Students who study and work in these fields will find many instances in which their interests and goals are the subject matter of politics.Why PLU?If you major in political science at PLU, you will acquire the skills expected of liberal arts graduates and gain special skills and abilities that enable you to pursue career paths in fields such as the law, private interest groups and associations, governmental employment, campaign management and political polling
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Computer science drives innovation throughout the US economy, but the subject remains neglected or marginalized in K-12 education. Can more be done to improve student access to this important way of thinking? Please join Alice Steinglass of Code.org on October 9, 2018 at Pacific Lutheran…
that have shaped contemporary culture and society. The program encourages historical reflection, creative problem solving, and ethical leadership across campus. To prepare for this year’s Benson Lecture, PLU students are studying how early computer science instruction has influenced business and the economy in a wide range of courses, including offerings from Innovation Studies, Computer Science, Philosophy, Education, and the School of Business. For more information, contact Dr. Michael Halvorson
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In a world that is so hyper-focused on economic success and finding the “right” career, many students tend to think of their education solely in terms of concrete professional goals. In my conversation with Visiting Assistant Professor Luke Parker in the Classics department, though, I…
at least as much about seeking meaning and purpose in life.A New York native, Professor Parker first found his love for Classics as a freshman at Vassar College, studying ancient Greek and western philosophy for his undergraduate degree. This inspired him to enter graduate school in the subject. After defending his doctoral dissertation at the University of Chicago, he began teaching courses in Classics here at PLU and has been finding ways to incorporate his passion into his teaching while
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The COVID-19 pandemic is presenting itself to be a challenging time for educators, but experienced professors like Dr. Brenda Llewellyn Ihssen are facing this challenge head-on. Dr. Llewellyn Ihssen is a professor in the religion department at Pacific Lutheran University and teaches classes in the…
Educator and Cheerleader: Dr. Brenda Llewellyn Ihssen Posted by: dupontak / May 13, 2021 May 13, 2021 By Allyson Lessard '23English and Philosophy MajorThe COVID-19 pandemic is presenting itself to be a challenging time for educators, but experienced professors like Dr. Brenda Llewellyn Ihssen are facing this challenge head-on.Dr. Llewellyn Ihssen is a professor in the religion department at Pacific Lutheran University and teaches classes in the university’s International Honors Program as well
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A First Decade of International Activities When on September 11, 2001, the U.S suffered the worst terrorist attack in its history, Dr. Peter C. C.
Community Engaged Education”. Its goal—to promote educational and cultural exchange among young students from all over the world. The overarching philosophy of education of both the Wang Center and The Wang Foundation, founded in 2004 with a focus on service learning and poverty alleviation, has been widely recognized in the academic world and has become a successful example for American international education. Currently, nearly 50% of undergraduates from Pacific Lutheran University study abroad, much
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48 semester hours MFTH 500: Biopsychosocial Health and Development Across the Lifespan (4) MFTH 503: Systems Approach to Marriage and Family Therapy (4) MFTH 504: Contextual Foundations of Systemic
when working with clients across the lifespan, considering how contextualized human development impacts relational interactions. (4) MFTH 503 : Systems Approach to Marriage and Family Therapy This course is an introduction to the field of marriage and family therapy and will also help students gain an understanding of traditional and contextually informed cybernetics and general systems theory. In addition, the course considers postmodern ideas, the feminist critique of systems theory, and common
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The ability of a plant to survive and thrive depends on the strength of its roots. When a plant’s roots are nourished they help anchor them in place, absorb and store nutrients for growth, and
our approximate route here. Hosted by: Angie Hambrick, AVP of DJSAmaZINE AdventureLeaves at 11am 5 spots Have you heard of ZINES? Zines, or self-published book(let)s, are a radical art form used by artists, community organizers, and activists, with roots dating back to the Dada art movement and Harlem Renaissance, Riot Grrrls feminist, and queer cultural movements. Join us for a trip to our local Sumner Pierce County Library branch, which is home to one of the largest regional Zine collections
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‘Be the Spark’ ignites, unites PLU community By Barbara Clements In a decades-old video shown in the UC this week, Archbishop Desmond Tutu – the keynote speaker at the May 13 “Be the Spark” event – listened carefully as speaker after speaker came before him, telling of beatings…
thing about apartheid, Tutu said after a moment’s thought that eventually, one begins to believe the philosophy. “It makes one doubt that you are a child of God…after you’re subjected to this treatment, it begins to work (in your brain) and you begin to think ‘Maybe they are right,’” Tutu said. At that same gathering last Tuesday, students from PLU and local high schools also talked about Youth Against Violence gatherings, where PLU students led discussions with high school youth about their lives
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Department of Languages and Literatures Film Festival 2012-13 presents: “The Invisible War” The Department of Languages and Literatures Film Festival 2012-13 presents a screening of The Invisible War at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8 in Ingram 100. Kristina Setchfield, Marine Corps Veteran and survivor, will…
September 1, 2012 Department of Languages and Literatures Film Festival 2012-13 presents: “The Invisible War” The Department of Languages and Literatures Film Festival 2012-13 presents a screening of The Invisible War at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8 in Ingram 100. Kristina Setchfield, Marine Corps Veteran and survivor, will introduce the film. The event is open to the public. It is co-sponsored by the Departments of Marriage and Family, Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology, the Voices Against Violence
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