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principles of Lutheran Higher Education.” One faculty member asked the assembly a simple but necessary question: “What might be these principles?” Part of the answer can be found in a new document recently prepared by PLU faculty and administrators: Core Elements in Lutheran Higher Education. Drawing on the legacy of Lutheran educational reform begun in the 16th century, Core Elements points to seven elements or principles alive in the education of students at PLU: Questioning of current knowledge and

Poop Has Transformed Science and Reshaped the World,” the 2024 Rachel Carson Science, Technology and Society Lecture, on February 21 at 7:00 P.M. in the Anderson University Center at PLU. Drawing on his background as a former microbiologist with expertise in bacterial biochemistry from the University of Washington, Nelson seamlessly integrates insights from biology, biomedicine, ecology, green technology, and unconventional travel destinations. The Seattle-based freelance writer and editor is an

renowned Buddhist teacher, Bonnie Duran, and a Purpose Planning Workshop led by the staff of the Blue Zones Parkland-Spanaway Project.The forum will explore the importance of social connection and the challenges faced in fostering meaningful bonds. Discussions will include bridging divides, navigating polarization, drawing upon cultural wisdom to promote reconnection, building thriving communities through civic engagement, and fostering deeper connections. The Matter of Loneliness: Building Connections

opportunity to see what great printmaking is being accomplished all over the country and connecting the Pacific Northwest to the larger printmaking community of the nation.” Printmaking encompasses etching, lithography, relief and serigraph works, and it is unique in that it requires a matrix before the artwork can be produced. Because of this matrix, printmaking is part craft, part sculpture, part drawing and a lot of process and experience. Etching requires a metal plate, lithography typically requires

will highlight some of the key differences between flipped and blended learning and why you might want to choose either one. The term flipped learning comes from the idea that instructors are flipping or reversing the activities traditionally completed in-class and out-of-class. The term blended learning reflects the decision to blend or use both online and onsite instruction and activities, drawing on the best of both media. Let’s look at three important factors – direct instruction, homework and

pointed out artwork on campus. “We want to highlight PLU as a whole,” explained co-chair Allie Moore. Other events included a discussion with former KOMO 4 news reporter John Sharify and the MediaLab Open House, which showcased senior Tove Tupper’s documentary “Keeping the Rhythm: The Story of the DASH Center.” Additionally, PLU faculty members hosted a variety of classes and workshops, from drawing, pottery and playwriting to resume and portfolio tips. Alumni also spoke about life after PLU, and

with what you can contribute to the world.” Global Studies at PLUPLU’s Global Studies Program educates students to engage critically and actively with contending perspectives on global issues, their origins, and possible solutions to global problems drawing on methods and perspectives from multiple disciplines. × This article is part of the “Lutes in New York” series in the Fall 2023 issue of Resolute Magazine. Read Previous Dayton Campbell-Harris ’16: Fighting for voters’ rights Read Next Aaron

: How Poop Has Transformed Science and Reshaped the World,” the 2024 Rachel Carson Science, Technology and Society Lecture, on February 21 at 7:00 P.M. in the Anderson University Center at PLU. Drawing on his background as a former microbiologist with expertise in bacterial biochemistry from the University of Washington, Nelson seamlessly integrates insights from biology, biomedicine, ecology, green technology, and unconventional travel destinations. The Seattle-based freelance writer and editor is

class,” Flenniken said. “I took it very seriously from the beginning.” In the early stages of her career in poetry, Flenniken wrote about the everyday, domestic life. But now, she is drawing on her roots as a Richland, Wash. native and taking on more serious social issues, including those surrounding the Hanford nuclear site. “Her poems go from the everyday experiences that we can all relate to, to the more serious topics that she handles so beautifully,” Zeigler said. Growing up in Richland

& Thursday, 1pm – 3pm These are test pieces and examples for our new glaze library. The thing with ceramics is that drawing, throwing, and trimming, is only 50 percent of the work, the other half is glazing and firing, which is also the most difficult. You spend all that time making pots or sculptures or whatever it is, and if you never thought about surface color and finish, or tested the glaze in the first place, you can very easily ruin your work. Unfortunately you will have wasted all that initial