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  • A rose is [not] a rose Between the rows of tall, pale pink roses, he came at me like Darth Vader in a billowing cloud of vapors, his identity cloaked beneath a black face mask, hood and plastic clothes. But the material coming out of…

    February 7, 2008 A rose is [not] a rose Between the rows of tall, pale pink roses, he came at me like Darth Vader in a billowing cloud of vapors, his identity cloaked beneath a black face mask, hood and plastic clothes. But the material coming out of the worker’s hose was a fog of agricultural chemicals. “Venenos,” explained my guide, César Estacio. Poisons. Once a laborer on a rose farm like this, Estacio is now director of a support organization for workers in Cayambe, Ecuador, a town rooted

  • learning experiences and contextual influences. The goal of this course is to be able to use a biopsychosocialspiritual (BPSS) clinical approach 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

  • 1. Students and graduates will understand and practice from a systemic framework. a. Receive an “Admittance” outcome for the “Entrance into Clinical Practica” interview process which includes

    from a systemic framework. a. Receive an “Admittance” outcome for the “Entrance into Clinical Practica” interview process which includes an evaluation of systemic knowledge from MFTH 503. Benchmark: 80% b. Pass the Oral Final Exam in MFTH 507. Benchmark: 80% c. Complete MFTH practica and theory course sequence with passing grades. Benchmark: 80%2A. Students and graduates will demonstrate an understanding of contextual issues and approach treatment with sensitivity towards race and ethnicity, gender

  • Have you ever read a romance novel? Professor of Sociology Joanna Gregson reads a novel by Nora Roberts, one of the highest-selling romance authors of all time. Gregson interviewed Roberts as part of her research on the writers of romance novels. By Steve Hansen It…

    percent are women. Sure, the novels had been the subject of research – but, as Gregson would soon find out, nobody had studied the people who actually wrote them. “Why hasn’t it been studied?” Gregson asked herself. “Like a lot of work that women do, I don’t think it has been taken seriously as an occupation.” For a sociologist who specialized in sex and gender issues, the subject seemed perfect. And as a field researcher – someone who conducts research on location first-hand – Gregson knew she had to

  • Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy | Marriage and Family Therapy | alexus.hamilton@plu.edu | 253-535-8167 | Dr.

    Exploring factors related to the retention and attrition of Black therapists Selected Publications Identifying at-risk marines: A person-centered approach to adverse childhood experiences, mental health, and social support. Journal of Affective Disorders, 325, 721–731 Resilience in Army STARRS: Evaluating psychometrics of a multi-dimensional resilience measure Black therapists' experiences with their Black clients: A systematic review Selected Articles Reed-Fitzke, K., LeardMann, C. A., Wojciak, A. S

  • Around the world to find a calling By Chris Albert While waiting for a flight, a fellow passenger starts to make small talk with Najib Abbas. The conversation starts with pleasantries, maybe they discuss the weather, but before long the fellow traveler will be telling…

    times,” Abbas said. Maybe people just feel comfortable with him, but perhaps it’s something more. People tend to talk in-depth about their lives with him, the 54-year-old said. For most of his life he didn’t think much of these occurrences, but then a moment in his life changed his mind and led him to his passion. “It’s my calling to be a therapist,” Abbas said. This spring, he will graduate with a degree in marriage and family therapy from PLU. With it, he will return to his home in Saudi Arabia

  • Program length: 24 - 27 months, typically 6-7 terms Credit hours: 48 - 50 semester credits (depending if students choose optional additional one semester of practicum)

    ) Theory IMFTH 511 (4) Systemic Assessment Fall and Spring of second year, and optional semester:Fall/Spring/Summer/Fall: Classes typically one day a week, 11:00am-6:00pm; internship continues at on-campus clinic, with the addition of internship at off-campus clinic, 20-25 hours per week. Fall year 2: Option A trackFall year 2: Option B track MFTH 510 (4) Human Sexuality, Sex, & Couples Therapy MFTH 521 (2) Practicum II MFTH 522 (2) Theory IIMFTH 510 (4) Human Sexuality, Sex, & Couples Therapy MFTH 519

  • A native of Yemen, Abdulghani Mosa ‘23 became connected with Palmer Scholars while a sophomore at Foss High School. Pacific Lutheran University and Palmer Scholars have announced they are expanding their partnership to better serve students of color in Pierce County. Mosa shares with us…

    Q&A with a PLU Palmer Scholar Posted by: vcraker / January 14, 2021 January 14, 2021 A native of Yemen, Abdulghani Mosa ‘23 became connected with Palmer Scholars while a sophomore at Foss High School. Pacific Lutheran University and Palmer Scholars have announced they are expanding their partnership to better serve students of color in Pierce County. Mosa shares with us why he applied and how the program has helped him with his college career.1. How did you hear about Palmer Scholars? I heard

  • TACOMA, WASH. (June 27, 2019) — Dr. Jon Grahe’s reach extends around the globe as an open science ambassador. Nearly a decade ago, Dr. Grahe declared that he wanted to change how we study social science. Because of his tireless efforts, a new approach to…

    PLU Psychology Professor Regarded as a Pioneer in Crowdsourcing Science Posted by: Marcom Web Team / June 25, 2019 June 25, 2019 By Pacific Lutheran UniversityTACOMA, WASH. (June 27, 2019) — Dr. Jon Grahe's reach extends around the globe as an open science ambassador. Nearly a decade ago, Dr. Grahe declared that he wanted to change how we study social science. Because of his tireless efforts, a new approach to conducting research and training students is underway.For over 20 years, Dr. Grahe

  • Critical reflection is an integral part of a service and learning experience. It requires students to thoughtfully consider, analyze and integrate their experience.

    your course learning objectives and how does CEL support them? Most CEL courses explicitly link CEL to a minimum of 50% of the learning objectives stated on the syllabus. How will classroom learning inform the community-engaged learning experience? How will community-engaged learning inform your course objectives? Community-Engaged Learning Options: Service Learning: “is a teaching and learning approach that integrates community service with academic study to enrich learning, teach civic