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PLU Presents Its First Spring Spotlight Series: “… and Justice for All?” https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2015/01/15/plu-presents-its-first-spring-spotlight-series-and-justice-for-all/

celebration of the Holy Communion at 12:30 p.m. in the Ness Chapel, with Samuel Torvend, who holds the University Chair in Lutheran Studies, presiding and preaching. At 1:45 p.m. in Xavier Hall room 201, Dr. Mark Brocker, Bonhoeffer scholar and Lecturer in Theological Ethics at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (Berkeley), will speak on “Bonhoeffer’s Appeal for Ethical Humility.” Both events are free and open to the public. Tuesday, April 21: Earth Day: Dr. Carolyn Finney. The Assistant Professor of

Art and Anthropology Faculty Join Forces for Important Historical Illustrations https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2015/01/17/art-and-anthropology-faculty-join-forces-for-important-historical-illustrations/

be drawing for an archaeological project, students not only have to do research and preliminary studies; they also have to communicate with someone else at stages of its development to show the progress and get feedback and make changes based upon that feedback. I saw it as a great opportunity for students to experience. Instead of having one student doing something for him, I tried to give students the opportunity to build something over time. Andrews: My specialty is stone-tool analysis, so I

Learning Communities https://www.plu.edu/residential-life/themed-learning-communities/

global study focus. This LC offers language-immersion (Chinese, French, Spanish), Global Studies, and International Honors (IHON) connected experiences. Connected Residence Hall: Hong Hall is the traditional home of this community, but will be offline for 2022-23. The Global Community will be temporarily housed in Kreidler Hall for the 2022-23 academic year. Connected course(s): First-year Hong residents frequently enroll in courses that thematically connect with the Hong communities, including

ResoLute Staff – Resolute Online: Fall 2016 https://www.plu.edu/resolute/fall-2016/resolute-staff/

including Disney, Nickelodeon and McDonalds, and was Stephanie Anne Johnson’s manager and publicist during her time on The Voice. Guest Contributors Samuel Torvend, Ph.D. Samuel Torvend, Ph.D., is professor of the history of Christianity and currently serves as the university chair in Lutheran studies. As a historian of Christianity, his research focuses on the history of religious responses to poverty and food insecurity. He also teaches courses on religious art and architecture and their role in

The Saint John’s Bible at PLU https://www.plu.edu/lutheran-studies/marking-500-years-of-lutheran-education/the-saint-johns-bible-at-plu/

The Saint John’s Bible will be on display at PLU from September 2016 through May 2017. (Photo / Jo

MediaLab celebrates 10-year milestone – Acclaim 2016-17 https://www.plu.edu/acclaim/2016-17/11/10/medialab-looking-back/

MediaLab, the multimedia, applied research organization at PLU, celebrates 10 years this fall. The program, which is responsible for numerous documentaries over the years, counts more than 200 students as participants during its existence. Housed within the School of Arts and Communication’s Center for Media Studies, MediaLab is a group of students that work in pre-professional settings, contracting with external clients in Tacoma, Seattle and beyond. In addition to performing fee-for-service

The Head in the Game: Q&A with PLU Coach Goes Inside the Mind of an Athlete https://www.plu.edu/admission/blog/the-head-in-the-game-qa-with-plu-goes-inside-the-mind-of-an-athlete/

, I think my graduate studies prepared me to be patient and to truly listen to understand what each student-athlete needs from a coach to be successful. For me, being able to take a tactical pause rather than instantly react has translated well to coaching and processing the game in a new way. How do you coach a student when they’ve made a mistake? Mistakes are normal and I actually encourage student-athletes to be willing to mess up because that shows me they are willing to learn and grow. More

PLU Lutes Care https://www.plu.edu/advancement/the-impact-of-your-gift/lutes-care/

, EmployeeThe biggest thing that I love about PLU is the genuine care, concern, and support for all of the students from everyone here. We are all united in our efforts and goal to create a safe space for every student, wherever they may be, to help them accomplish their goals, dreams, ambitions. … I give on Bjug Day to keep students connected to their studies and professional growth in ways that remain vibrant and relevant to the time and world we are in. I am excited to see the students continue to

Alumni Travel https://www.plu.edu/alumni-student-connections/alumni-travel/

without question one of the great destinations in the world. Faculty Tour Leader Dr. Charles Bergman, Professor Emeritus, Department of English and Environmental Studies led a PLU Alumni Travel Seminar designed expressly for alumni and friends. They experiences the charm and incredible importance of these islands with other graduates, and do it the PLU way—passionate faculty leaders, authentic experiences, intimate attention to nature and animals and culture, short readings chosen to deepen and enrich

Alumni Recognition https://www.plu.edu/alumni-student-connections/get-involved/alumni-recognition/

including; Professor and Endowed Chair for Lutheran Studies, Professor of Religion, Director of Vocational Reflection, Director of the Wild Hope Center for Vocation, and Partner Chaplain for Campus Ministry. His dedication to service for others is demonstrated through his work directing the Center for Religion and Culture in the Pacific Northwest, his role as a theological consultant to various regional and national church agencies and societies as well as active engagement with an international