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  • William Davis ’06 is co-founder of FabLab Tacoma, a makerspace dedicated to project-based learning, entrepreneurship and tinkering.

    well with project-based learning. Children can learn so many different skills.” Seeing the cutting-edge infusion of technology in education helps PLU students think about new ways to incorporate STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) into learning, he added. Additionally, Reisberg said makerspaces such as FabLab help address the digital divide that often exists between socioeconomic groups. “There are people who have access to all kinds of technology, and there are other people who

  • By Michael Halvorson, Benson Chair in Business and Economic History. On Monday, February 19, 2018 (President’s Day), students at Pacific Lutheran University are invited for a special tour of Amazon’s Seattle headquarters (HQ). The event is being sponsored by Amazon and PLU’s office of Career…

    disciplines, including mathematics, electrical engineering, acoustics, statistics, psychology, philosophy, business—even historical studies examining the impact of technology. (Photo by Jordan Stead / Amazon) It is tremendously exciting to think about a world shaped by the creative interaction of these AI disciplines and technologies. For a look at what some university students are already doing in Alexa research, browse through the 2017 Alexa Prize Proceedings for a tour of innovation and creativity

  • Pacific Lutheran University is pleased to offer extensive, graduate-level credit courses of study for teachers seeking to add an endorsement.

    Achievement Council may provide a $3000 Retooling Scholarships for high need endorsement areas. Endorsement areas include Special Education, English Language Learner, Mathematics, and Science.  Should you intend to apply for the $3000 Retooling Scholarship, information about the application may be accessed here.

  • South Sound STEM Fair Alliance In Partnership with PLU Invites you to participate in the Discovery Regional Science and Engineering Fair.

    Clallam Counties. We welcome homeschool, public school, private school, charter school and on-line school participants. PartnershipThe South Sound STEM Fair Alliance, in partnership with Pacific Lutheran University, continues to sponsor the fair.About Us Our Mission is to encourage students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). We encourage participants to work on their projects with adults, including family members, teachers and mentors. We ask that students identify the

    Discovery Regional Science and Engineering Fair
    Mailing Address: South Sound STEM Fair Alliance PO Box 73232 Puyallup, WA 98373
  • More than a century after PLU was founded by Norwegian immigrants, the university maintains its connection to the founders’ homeland through study away programs.

    endless recreational opportunities just steps from their residences in Bø, a village in the Telemark region. The college town is home to fewer than 6,000, and a walking tour of the area around University College of Southeast Norway takes less than an hour. “Some people think it’s too small, but I love it,” Floyd said. “There are always things you can do.” Among the activities, hiking is at the top of the list. Stenberg and Floyd said they hiked all the time; sometimes they hiked into the woods and

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 15, 2017)- Pacific Lutheran University students are people of many interests. This semester, several courses illustrate how the university’s curriculum caters to those eclectic interests. Beyoncé and Black Feminist Theory “Who Beyoncé is for?” is not usually a question that you ask…

    medicine balls to demonstrate how spacecraft propulsion works. (Photo by Kari Plog/PLU) How to Build a StarshipSpoiler alert: “How to Build a Starship” is a course that’s not really about building a starship. This yearlong course at Pacific Lutheran University engages students in a thought experiment on how to build and live on a starship for a journey to Proximus Centauri — our star’s closest neighbor. The fall section of this course will be taught by Daniel Heath, associate professor of mathematics

  • The following terms are used to describe academic standing at PLU; separate progression and retention policies may be in place in individual programs; please see the individual program section of the

    schools, divisions and departments. CLEP general examinations are given elective credit only. CLEP examinations are subject to recommendations by the Educational Policies Committee and approval by the faculty Official CLEP transcripts must be submitted for evaluation of credit. The University does not grant credit for college-level general equivalency diploma (GED) tests. Credit Restrictions Credit is not allowed for a mathematics or a world language course listed as a prerequisite if taken after a

  • By William Giddings, Professor Emeritus September 1995

    of Chemistry per se. The example was set by Professor Ramstad, who came to Pacific Lutheran College in 1925 as vice president, dean of men, purchasing agent, coach and founder of football and women’s basketball teams. In addition, he taught mathematics, science, religion and Norwegian. Besides holding administrative offices on occasion, current chemistry faculty have been members of virtually all major standing and ad hoc committees. From the initial design process for the Integrated Studies

  • Immersive experience in classrooms on the other side of the world teach PLU students how to learn on the fly, one of many skills they bring home with them.

    underscored that point: “It forces you to think about how to teach differently.” Going back Sam’s experience in Namibia didn’t end with PLU. He finished his master’s degree in July 2012 and immediately left to do Peace Corps work in Aranos, Namibia, about four hours away from where the couple originally studied. He split his time between two host families and taught science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as robotics for grades 8-12. “They really wanted me to push STEM,” he said

  • The Learning Outcomes for General Education are listed below. Gen Ed learning outcomes were originally approved via EPC in March 2022 (see below).

    approaches in the academic study of religion. Mathematical Reasoning (MR) Students will demonstrate numeracy by solving quantitative problems and by interpreting quantitative information in context. Students will demonstrate the ability to work with mathematical notation, techniques and concepts. Students will create and critique logical arguments supported by quantitative evidence or symbolic relationships. Natural Science, Computer Science, and Mathematics (NS) Students will understand and apply basic