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. Social anxiety disorder (SAD) – When everyday interactions cause irrational anxiety, fear, self-consciousness and embarrassment. Signs and symptomsFeeling nervous, restless or tense Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom Having an increased heart rate Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation) Sweating Trembling Feeling weak or tired Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry Having trouble sleeping Experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) problems Having difficulty
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? This study is grounded in my own personal experiences in a Black female academic space and through stories of Black womxn to illustrate mechanisms of whiteness. Furthermore, these experiences will be examined through a critical race theory lens. The goal of this research is to untangle the complexities of whiteness with the hope of creating space centered around Black womxn scholars. Why I majored in Gender, Sexuality, and Race Studies: I majored in WMGS/GSRS because I am invested in deconstructing
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Also Livestreamed for those who cannot attend. This event is free and open to the public. Masks are required In this public lecture, Samuel Torvend, professor of religion at PLU who holds a doctorate in History of Theology, will narrate how a student’s crisis significantly shifted his teaching and research. From that encounter, new questions emerged that demanded collaborative research with students and faculty colleagues here and abroad. Such research has led to asking critical questions regarding
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, and critical theory. French & Francophone Studies minors will be able to: Demonstrate proficiency in French at the Intermediate-Mid proficiency level, as defined by ACTFL. Demonstrate understanding of diversity within French and Francophone cultures (in Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia) and of their products, practices, and perspectives. For more about the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines: https://www.actfl.org/educator-resources/actfl-proficiency-guidelines/french
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MFA Learning OutcomesDemonstrate critical reading and writing skills that show proficiency in analyzing the thematic and formal elements that constitute a literary text. This includes a sophisticated understanding of how a text is made, along with an understanding of the content that animates strong pieces of creative writing. Demonstrate knowledge of the genre conventions and craft elements for the student’s genre of focus, whether creative nonfiction, fiction, or poetry. This will include a
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programs (minimum of 4 weeks) for students who are U.S. citizens and receive Federal Pell Grants. The program seeks to diversify who studies abroad, and the countries and regions where they study. Award/Stipend/Benefits: up to $5000 (average = $4000) depending on length of study and student need Contact the Wang Center for application details.Boren ScholarshipsBoren scholarships support U.S. undergraduates to study abroad, including intensive language training in areas of the world critical to U.S
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, and problems that reside within the content”(p.5). For example, an essential question in a music course might ask “Why is the enjoyment of music and bodily movement central to the human experience?” rather than asking “How are music and dance similar and different across cultures?” Exploration of essential questions should optimally occur in a spiral fashion, where students engage with the question repeatedly and adjust their thinking as new information is introduced. Students can introduce their
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history, and the benefits (and shortcomings) that innovative products and ideas have brought. For these reasons, I’ve taken the plunge into the new Innovation Studies minor. Innovation Studies is a new interdisciplinary program at PLU that focuses on innovation (surprise!) and entrepreneurial thinking. The goal of this minor is to encourage creative thinking and adding value to companies and virtually any endeavor. The program hopes to nurture and push students to come up with big ideas that will
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experiment with fiber arts, sewing, painting, welding, electronics, graphic design, and more. How does it work?Foundation courses in the program build essential skills to understand the process of innovation in historical and ethical contexts, and to learn fundamental concepts in design thinking, community engagement, and entrepreneurship. A community Makerspace builds practical skills and fosters a sense of teamwork, collaboration, and creativity. A concluding seminar requires that students work in
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book of the same name by Amy Waldman. Howard had to continuously review the novel and sketch out the story in order to create choreography. “Dance Ensemble always has something to offer especially when you have a range of pieces from culture to social justice, etc.,” Howard said. “When thinking in the context of The Submission, I think people should come to get a taste of art that is thought provoking. It’s kind of like going to a really good documentary and walking away thinking ‘what can I do to
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