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university is grateful for the work of Dr. Torvend to advance our understanding of the Lutheran tradition, Lutheran higher education and PLU’s mission and identity through his work as Chair. Dr. Marit Trelstad is the second person to be nominated and confirmed in this endowed University Chair. Dr. Trelstad is Professor of Religion (Constructive and Lutheran Theologies) and has been teaching at PLU since 2001. Prior to this, she taught at other ELCA colleges and Universities for 7 years including
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to learn more within the field, I have no reservations about extending my time at PLU – I am proud to be continuing my education here as part of the first MSK cohort! 3. What are you most excited to learn? During my undergraduate program I took interest in the relationship between behavior and participation in physical activity, especially in youth populations. I am excited to learn more about the complexities of this relationship and learn how I can intervene as a kinesiology professional. That
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Jessica Sklar Professor of Mathematics she/her/hers Phone: 253-535-8341 Email: sklarjk@plu.edu Office Location: Morken Center for Learning & Technology - 259 Website: https://sites.google.com/view/jessica-k-sklar Curriculum Vitae: View my CV Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Mathematics, University of Oregon, 2001 M.S., Mathematics, University of Oregon, 1997 B.A., Mathematics and English, Swarthmore College, 1995 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Mathematical Art Abstract Algebra
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) Education Program at University of Oregon. She is a member of the Yakama Nation, and founding director of the Center for Native Health and Culture at Heritage University.Learn More 13TH VISITING WRITER SERIES Minal Hajratwala, Author’s Story and Reading 7 p.m. | Tuesday, March 6 |Karen Hille Phillips Center for Performing Arts – Studio Theater The series continues with Minal Hajratwala, author of Leaving India: My Family’s Journey from Five Villages to Five Continents (2009), which was called
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noticed difficulties that veterans face as they try to navigate through education, housing, medical needs, and legal support. My Wild Hope is to support military veterans in the western Washington community resulting in a stronger overall community. What drew you to the MSMA program here at PLU? Two separate events had great influence on my choice to attend the MSMA program. First, I was attending PLU for my undergrad in chemistry and was working side jobs over the summer. During one of my side jobs
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brings together SOAC’s talented students and faculty to examine a chosen theme through a multi-disciplinary approach. Through music, art, theatre and communication we will come together to explore the theme of Re-forming, as we celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation and honor the core tenets of Lutheran higher education – critical questioning, freedom for expression, foundation in the liberal arts, learning and research within community, intrinsic value of educating the whole person
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Thinking about Graduate School in the Natural Sciences?Are you passionate about research and interested in advancing your education beyond your undergraduate experience? It is our goal to support and encourage your efforts to continue your professional development in graduate school. This page will provide some useful information and contacts for you as you start your journey. You will find information on: What can you do now to prepare for your application to graduate school? Finding the right
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Angelia Alexander and the late Tom Carlson, also a professor emeritus of biology. “Students learned cool things from people who knew what they were talking about,” recalls Chontofalsky. “You could trust what they were teaching wasn’t just what they learned out of a book but from experience.” Chontofalsky still craves learning new things through hands-on activities— on the side, he’s currently teaching himself about DC motors and electronics. It’s all part of the creative process of education. “When
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PLUContemporary mathematics has played an integral role in the development of computer technologies, search algorithms, financial investing strategies, physical models of nature, fair redistricting voting models, and more.Clark says part the value of the CS-STEM program is meeting with PLU grad students in the Masters of Arts in Education Program. “I get to hear their experiences—the good, the bad, and the horrendous. It’s nice to share a space with other people who are also passionate about changing how we
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Continental Breakfast, Room 101, Hauge Administration Building (first floor) 9:00 | Welcome, Introductions, Cohort building Dr. Joanna Gregson (Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs) Staff (Office of the Provost) Dr. Tony Finitsis (Religion, Director of the Center for Vocation) — Cohort Building Activity) 10:00 | The Educational Mission of PLU; Introduction to Lutheran Higher Education Dr. Samuel Torvend (Religion, Wild Hope Center for Vocation) 11:00 | Cohort group photo, Break Sy Bean
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