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  • . There is a compliance component connected to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). WCAG 2.0The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is the set of guidelines to ensure as many users as possible can use a website. There are four main principles: Perceivable Operable Understandable Robust These sections are divided further down with specific criteria.Compliance levels There are three levels A, AA and AAA It is best practice (and most realistic) to aim for level AA among most of the website

  • of approximately E650, plus additional support to defray travel and research expenses, and health insurance.  DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) University Summer Course GrantGerman Academic Exchange Service University Summer Course Grant support for undergraduates with a minimum of 2 years of college-level German to attend a 3 – 4 week summer course at a German university. Summer courses in German language, literary, cultural, political and/or economic aspects of modern and contemporary

  • For some, summer is a time for play. For others, it’s a time for work. But for many at PLU, it’s a time for a little bit of both — through science.

    trying out new procedures, I think that’s been the most exciting part,” she said. “And to be able to work with my mentor who I really admire and also work with a good friend has been a fun process.” This research has the potential advance biofuel science and technologies, helping impact future energy consumption. “One thing that has always impressed me about PLU is the level of research that goes on here in the summer,” Freeman said. “We are not doing small simple projects, everyone is tackling a

  • graduate level continuing education credits (through Partnerships and Professional Development – PPD) which appear on a PLU transcript can be used toward renewing or maintaining certificates both in WA and in other states. In general, professional development taken for Clock Hours can only be used in Washington state. Out-of-state teachers and administrators are advised to check the specific requirements in their state for certificate maintenance or renewal before registering for continuing education

  • More than a century after PLU was founded by Norwegian immigrants, the university maintains its connection to the founders’ homeland through study away programs.

    -Åkerlund said. But Syse’s esteemed status doesn’t mean he is super serious. “He’s really goofy,” Barkman said of Syse, who taught “Ethics of War and Peace” in the fall. “He’ll quote Monty Python in class. It’s a cool experience to be learning about these heavy issues and developing who you are while also being under the guidance of these really established people.” Dale-Åkerlund says the approach prepares students for a higher level of learning. “We really challenge our students intellectually and

  • This School Nursing is offered twice a year.

    Introduction to School NursingSkills Lab The school nurse serves in a pivotal role that bridges health care and education. Grounded by standards of practice, services provided by the school nurse include leadership, community/public health, care coordination, and quality improvement (NASN, 2016a). A student’s health is directly related to his or her ability to learn. These school nurses address the physical, mental, emotional, and social health needs of students and supports their achievement

  • Notable Facilities and ProgramsThe Morken Center for Learning and Technology is the first building at an independent college in Washington to receive gold-level certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. The Anderson University Center has been completely renovated to include an open dining area with restaurant-style seating, and student- focused meeting and gathering spaces. Renovated Xavier Hall, with archaeology and

  • The Thorniley Collection of Antique Type, a massive donation to PLU’s Publishing and Printing Arts Program, has elevated the university’s letterpress resources.

    community in Tacoma,” she said. Russell said PLU is the perfect home for the Thorniley Collection, and not just because the university made room for it. She said stewards at PLU have the expertise to know what should be on general display, what should be locked down and what pieces can be used daily. Despite the obvious fit, Russell says she never anticipated the level of emotion the Thorniley Collection has inspired among Robinson, Spring, Blocker and others at PLU. “I hope it’s used to teach and

  • April 21, 2014 Best-selling Author, and Alum, Comes to PLU   Marissa Meyer ’04 came to the PLU campus in February for her book release and signing of “Cress.” The crowd filled the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. (Photo by John Froschauer / PLU) Barbara Clements PLU Marketing & Communications Pacific Lutheran University alumnus Marissa Meyer will be on campus April 24 to talk about her career and her very popular series, The Lunar Chronicles. Her talk will take place at the

  • November 22, 2011 Geosciences professor Claire Todd and her student, Matthew Hegland ’13, will be heading down to Antarctica to study rocks during the next two months. This is Todd’s fourth trip to the Antarctic. Rock On II: Prof and student head back to the frozen continent By Barbara Clements The way Matthew Hegland ’13 figures it, while he’s collecting rocks and bundled up in his parka in Antarctica next month, he’ll probably actually be warmer than his parents – who will be surviving