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Inauguration festivities set to begin Sept. 4 To celebrate the installation of PLU’s 13th president , Thomas W. Krise, numerous public events are being planned in September, beginning with the opening convocation and inauguration ceremony, set for 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 4, in Olson…
Theological Seminary, will be the keynote speaker at the Lutheran Studies Conference on Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. A local community service project in recognition of the inauguration will occur on Sept. 22. A special concert performance in honor of the new president will take place in Lagerquist Concert Hall on Sept. 25. The All Alumni Homecoming Soiree at the Hotel Murano on Sept. 29 will close the month-long inaugural celebration. — To read a profile of PLU President Thomas W. Krise, click here. Read Previous
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Electrochemistry underlies technologies critical to avert the worst effects of climate change. Get the knowledge and training needed to help address the world’s biggest challenges! Chemistry, physics, engineering are all appropriate backgrounds – each brings unique complementary skill sets. Requirements: Passion for team-driven science and technology…
development in the area of applied electrochemistry. BS/BA in Chemistry/Biochemistry, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline (other majors, such as computer science or mathematics, could be appropriate, please discuss special situations with our team). Good academic record (please discuss with us for specifics, we look at your entire record, not just GPA). Research experience beneficial, but not required. GRE scores are not required. Program Overview: The core program consists of 6-months of
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Editor’s Note: When Lorna Vosburg Burt ’40, ’69 read our story on PLU’s annual Christmas Concerts in the winter 2013 edition of Scene magazine, she was inspired to recall—and share—her own Choir of the West story … from 1939. It was so full of history…
flowers and greenery. It is like a miniature city. At night, it is breathtakingly beautiful with a myriad of splendidly colored lights playing on the buildings and fountains.” The summer was whizzing by, and soon it was time to say goodbye to the World’s Fair, and our friends and host families. But we had a special appearance to make in Hollywood! The choir was extremely honored to be invited to join the International Lutheran Choral Union in a 2,000-voice choir in the Hollywood Bowl. Inside the
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Henri Coronado-Volta grew up in Seattle, Washington, and chose PLU because the smaller school offered the opportunity to build community, a chance to continue swimming, and living close to home—but not too close. He double majored in global studies and Hispanic studies and minored in…
-grade education or health insurance until he aged into Medicare. I understand you have experience as a swimming student-athlete. How did you balance sports and school? At first, it was very challenging. I struggled with time management, balancing school work, swimming and socialization. Unfortunately, the pandemic hit during the spring quarter of my freshman year of college. I rushed home. I took this time to reevaluate and focus on my studies and worked on my time-management skills. When the
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As a first-year student, the initial adjustment to life at PLU was challenging for Mark Hernández. They’d attended a high school that was over 90 percent students of color. PLU, which is around 40 percent, felt daunting. “I was so culture-shocked at not seeing people…
. The dCenter’s office hours, virtual events, and special programs also helped ease the sheltering. “The moments I missed were the tangents and long conversations with friends, so I’m thankful and appreciative of the events, so I could hop on Zoom to see my friends and talk to them. That’s what’s helped me the most.” Right now, they’re taking a break from school and interviewing for different media- and communications-based jobs for nonprofits or organizations centered in equity, justice, and
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The Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program at the University of Oregon provides an opportunity to complete a master’s degree and a 9 month paid internship in science or engineering – in as little as 15 months. Learn More: Virtual Alumni Panel – THIS THURSDAY! Thursday, December 2nd 4-5PM Pacific / 7-8PM Eastern RSVP for Zoom info: …
, biochemistry, chemical and electrical engineering – and related fields are welcome to apply. Why It’s Special: In just over a year, you can gain: 9-months work experience. This year’s average, annualized internship salary is over $64,000. A master’s degree in chemistry or applied physics. Focus areas: PV/ Semiconductors, Polymers, Molecular Sensors and Optics. (We also have a track in bioinformatics that follows a similar model. This session will focus on the four tracks above). A professional network
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In Cosmosis , the final 2013 SOAC FOCUS Series Event, musicians and scientists explore how failure can empower us to pursue knowledge and success. The three-part event will take place in Lagerquist Concert Hall in the Mary Baker Russell Music Center on Saturday, May 11, 2013…
presents Cosmosis by Susan Botti, and will use projected images on the walls next to the glorious Gottfried and Mary Fuchs organ in Lagerquist Concert Hall. To conclude the event, the audience is invited outside to enjoy a musically inspired science lab with PLU science professors Brett Underwood and Justin Lytle. Cosmosis composer Susan Botti will make a special appearance as vocal soloist, performing with PLU’s University Wind Ensemble and University Singers, directed by Edwin Powell and Brian
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Pacific Lutheran University alumnus and stage actor Jay Paranada ‘06 will deliver the commencement addresses at the virtual ceremonies for PLU’s classes of 2020 and 2021 on May 29. Paranada majored in sociology at PLU, and also studied at the University of York in England…
through a PLU study away experience, and whose background as a Broadway actor requires him to engage an audience, Jay Paranada was an obvious choice for this special ceremony.” Earlier this month, PLU officials announced plans to hold the pair of commencement ceremonies virtually on Saturday, May 29 due to current state regulations and the continuing public health risk posed by large gatherings. The Class of 2021 ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m. and the Class of 2020 ceremony will be held at 2:00
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The Brown University Physics Department is launching the Brown PREP (Promoting Representation and Equality in Physics) (virtual) program intended to help students from traditionally underrepresented groups and gender minorities to prepare their applications for advanced study in physics. See the link https://www.brown.edu/academics/physics/brown-prep . We will have sessions…
application by Friday, October 21, 2022 and join us on Saturday, October 29, from 1 pm to 5 pm EDT for a virtual program. This program is directly trying to address the lack of diversity in STEM and, in particular, physics Ph.D. programs due to racial, ethnic, or gender identity. As such, when we mention under-represented minority groups, there is a special focus on Black, Hispanic, and indigenous peoples communities, female and female-identifying students, and other gender minorities, but members of
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The Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program at the University of Oregon provides an opportunity to complete a master’s degree and a 9 month paid internship in science or engineering – in as little as 15 months. Learn More: Virtual Alumni Panel – THIS THURSDAY! Thursday, December 2nd 4-5PM Pacific / 7-8PM Eastern RSVP for Zoom info: …
, biochemistry, chemical and electrical engineering – and related fields are welcome to apply. Why It’s Special: In just over a year, you can gain: 9-months work experience. This year’s average, annualized internship salary is over $64,000. A master’s degree in chemistry or applied physics. Focus areas: PV/ Semiconductors, Polymers, Molecular Sensors and Optics. (We also have a track in bioinformatics that follows a similar model. This session will focus on the four tracks above). A professional network
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