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PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? At PLU, we take pride in creating a campus that’s welcoming, inclusive, and truly reflects the diversity of our students. This year, our commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community is recognized with a 4.5 out of 5 stars score on the Campus Pride Index —an accomplishment… November 21, 2024 Clubs & OrganizationsCurrent StudentsDiversityDiversity Justice SustainabilityGender Sexuality and Race StudiesInvolvementJusticeLife on

to resources that could lessen their impact.  We are multi-generational: our youngest participant is 12, our oldest, 90.  All the decades in between are represented.  We all support the arts and education, but our professions vary: we are musicians, playwrights, small business entrepreneurs, teachers at every educational level, and administrators in government, education, and non-profits.  Our commitment to resist homophobia and the silences it imposes has driven some away and given others a site

Flipping vs. Blending – What’s the Difference? by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer  Like it or not, technology is influencing the  process of teaching and learning in new and evolving ways. Two key trends that draw upon innovations in technology and pedagogy are the flipped learning format and the blended learning format. As… August 25, 2015 flipped learningonline learning

entrepreneurial activity. HIST 346 – History of Innovation and Technology – ES (4), offered Spring 2024, Spring 2027 Surveys the role of innovation and technology in Western societies from the Industrial Revolution to the computer age. Examines the way that innovative technology has developed over time, and how those changes have affected business and the economies of Europe and the United States. Emphasizes clear writing and communication practices, teamwork, and building an ethical vocabulary for business

issues affecting the global economy, business management, strategic and innovation issues facing the corporate environmental landscape.  He is passionate about Business, health, education and social issues affecting our communities and has previously volunteered at The Northwest Leadership Foundation through their Mentor253, CHI Franciscan Health and The Ronald McDonald House at Seattle Children’s Hospital. Mr. Akuien is a graduate of Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) in Tacoma, WA with a BA in

Celebrate Computer Science Education Week By Michael Halvorson, ’85 This week is Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 3-Dec. 9) in the United States. I helped celebrate on Monday at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science at the University of Washington in Seattle. The event was sponsored by Code.org… December 5, 2018 Alice SteinglassBrad SmithCode.orgComputer Science Education WeekHour of CodeMelinda GatesMichael HalvorsonMicrosoftPaul G. Allen School of Computer Science

PLU hosts the annual South Puget Sound Higher Education Diversity Partnership. The day-long event provided a wide selection of workshops for faculty, staff and students, as well as networking opportunities with community members.

excellent preparation for a wide variety of occupations in social and public services, management, education, government, and business. Students should look for entry-level jobs, gain experience through internships, and watch for opportunities of specialized training or advanced education.What Can I Do With a Sociology Degree?See what options are available to you.Looking for a Job?Take a look at the PLU Career Connections Opportunities BoardSociology majors who are interested in crime and deviance