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, he’s a senior paleontologist at the Department of the Interior. Foss serves as a policy adviser and resource director in Washington, D.C., 30 years after his dream began. “Working on the bureaucratic side we call ourselves ‘paleocrats’ because we’re actually interpreting the science for government,” Foss said. “Field research was what I always wanted to do, but a big part of what I do now is coordinate everything that goes on in the field.” Foss earned his research and resource management chops on

November 14 Meal – volunteer sign ups for 11/13 and 11/14 Thursday December 12 Meal – volunteer sign ups for 12/11 and 12/12 Spring Semester Volunteer Opportunities: Thursday February 13 – volunteer sign ups for 2/12 and 2/13 Thursday March 13 – volunteer sign ups for 3/12 and 3/13 Thursday April 10 – volunteer sign ups for 4/9 and 4/10 Thursday May 8 – volunteer sign ups for 5/7 and 5/8 Community Meals in partnership with: PLU Campus Ministry, Trinity Lutheran, PLU Center for DJS, PLU Wellness

PLU COMMUNITY GARDENThe PLU Community Garden is a community gather, learning, and growing space with a goal of increasing access to fresh produce and flowers in the Parkland community.  Our garden is cared for by the Center for Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability staff and student leaders who work alongside community volunteers to plant, harvest, and maintain the grounds.  We look forward to connecting with you in the garden soon! Location 811 121st St Tacoma, WA 98444 Hours Open year round

About the Global Community Brian (Senior Student, Former Resident of the International Honors [IHON] Wing) “I love the International Honors Hall because, without paying for a plane ticket, I could visit other cultures and learn how big the world really is.” Global Experience, Local Address.The Global Community serves as the hub of international and global engagement education at PLU. The community is home to a variety of students coming from near and far. Whether you are enrolled in a global

About Lavender Community Lilyanna (First Year Student, Resident of Ordal Hall - Lavender Community) “At PLU, the Lavender wing has allowed me to open up and express myself in ways I’ve never been able to before, I can finally talk openly about my experiences as a queer mixed-race woman without facing ridicule. I feel like I’ve really found a community here and am excited to see what opportunities and experiences await me in the future.” For Students Who Are Interested in LGBTQ+ Histories

The Gold Group forms part of the ongoing commitment to advocate with and for undocumented students at PLU. Created by undocumented students, for undocumented students, our group and our meetings provide a confidential space to connect with community members, share on and off-campus resources, and learn about opportunities for engagement, advocacy, leadership and more. Meetings are held twice a month. For general questions about the group or information about membership, please contact us at

each year to learn about a native tribe he’s researched for decades. It’s designed as an introduction to anthropology, but it offers so much more to those who enroll. Neah Bay is an immersive study away experience just four hours from PLU’s campus. It offers a glimpse into a community that works hard to preserve its culture and sovereignty, teaching tribal members and outsiders alike about the rich history and entrenched values of the Makah people. “It is like the students who are going this year

of building relationships.” – Jessica Anderson ’07You’ve been lauded for your use of technology in the classroom, specifically regarding the blended 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