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Co-curricular Programs at PLUThe Educational ProgramPhilosophy:The university’s mission is to “educate students for lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care – for other people, for their communities and for the earth.” PLU 2020 uplifts the expectation that PLU will provide graduates who will give society the kinds of leaders and citizens it needs. PLU co-curricular programs promote: a deep engagement with people, cultures, ideas and the environment, a rich array of

planning, vocational discernment, career exploration and initial employment, graduate school or volunteer work. 2. Strengthen co-curricular programs. Strengthen intersections between academic and co-curricular programs, enhance programs links with mission and Integrative Learning Objectives (ILOs), promote active engagement, and strengthen life balance and wellness. Goals by May 31, 2020: Increase the number of students who utilize co-curricular experiences to advance the development and attainment of

Washington State Pacific Lutheran University serves 2,700 uniquely diverse students — and engages 40,000+ alumni — as they discern their life’s vocation through coursework and experiences that purposefully integrate the liberal arts, professional studies, and civic engagement. Faculty and staff lead with an emphasis on hands-on, real-world learning with a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice. The university is uniquely poised to offer academic programs in the health

Haley Ehlers ’16(served in Timor-Leste from 2016–2018) Haley graduated in May 2016 with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and minor in Nonprofit Leadership. While at PLU, she held many roles within Impact (student-run advertising and design organization), the women’s lacrosse team, Residential Life, the Center for Community Engagement and Service, and The Matrix in Student Media. She is currently serving as a Community Development Volunteer in Timor-Leste

Alexis Austin Director for Campus Life Engagement Full Profile she/her 253-535-7068 alexis.austin@plu.edu

PLU Lectures, Presentations & WorkshopsLearning doesn’t end when you graduate! PLU alumni continue their quest for knowledge, engagement, and critical thinking as they explore new ideas, challenge their beliefs, and listen to new perspectives from diverse groups. We are excited to offer lectures, conferences, and workshops that are open to the community. See upcoming opportunities and past lectures below.Upcoming EventsOur Need for Useless Rest and ReflectionJuly 24, 2024 at 4PM (Zoom) Register

Engagement, when making your travel arrangements. However, if you prefer, you may use your personal credit card. All domestic and foreign travel should be booked in the least expensive class. You may be asked to provide an explanation should you book airfare that costs more than coach fare. To maximize discount fare possibilities, air travel arrangements should be made as far in advance of the travel date as possible. When traveling to the same event, the university recommends that no more than two

researches in areas of theology, ministry, culture, and younger generations. His most recent project is a three volume look at “Ministry in a Secular Age,” including “Faith Formation in a Secular Age” (2017), “The Pastor in a Secular Age” (2019), and “The Congregation in a Secular Age” (2020). Contact the Director of Congregational Engagement, Kendall Jeske, at jeskekj@plu.edu for more information!Session 1Faith Formation in a Secular AgeSession 2The Pastor in a Secular AgeSession 3The Congregation in a

The Gold Group forms part of the ongoing commitment to advocate with and for undocumented students at PLU. Created by undocumented students, for undocumented students, our group and our meetings provide a confidential space to connect with community members, share on and off-campus resources, and learn about opportunities for engagement, advocacy, leadership and more. Meetings are held twice a month. For general questions about the group or information about membership, please contact us at

PLU launches new Master of Social Work (MSW) degree PLU has added a  Master of Social Work  (MSW) degree to its offerings and is now accepting applicants for the fall of 2024. Rooted in PLU’s tradition of academic excellence and community engagement, the new MSW program will equip aspiring social work professionals with the skills… September 20, 2023 Master of Social WorkSocial Work