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the guidance and help she has given me. The scientists working in the lab were also incredible. They made sure that I prioritized my work-life balance and encouraged me to do things in ways that made the most sense to me. Overall, being surrounded by intelligent and kind people who were always willing to aid me with any questions or concerns I had has set the bar very high for all future labs I will work in. Through the support and interactions I had during my time at Fred Hutch, I know the

because I wasn’t even sure of what I wanted to do.” Gates said PLU offers unique benefits. “A lot of students joke about how small PLU is in relation to other universities, but in my opinion, that is such a huge advantage!,” he said. “I was able to be very engaged with athletics, clubs and professors to an extent that wouldn’t have been possible at other universities and, as a result, I was pushed and held accountable, which prepared me for life in the ‘real world.’” With his feet firmly on the ground

uniforms. What that uniform means demands excellence in all aspects of life, in and out of the classroom, said Lt. Col. Jason K. Schrader, professor of military science. “We’re not just a war-fighting program, but a making-the-world-a-better-place program,” said Sgt. William Buckley, ROTC instructor. “We just happen to be wearing a uniform. Previously published plu.edu material was used for this report. Read Previous The Full Monty Read Next Lute reaches for the stars COMMENTS*Note: All comments are

promoting bystander intervention and training victim advocates—have been in place at PLU for the last eight years. In 2005, PLU received its first Department of Justice grant to promote victims’ advocacy, men’s engagement, developing a bystander intervention program, and training for campus and local law enforcement.  All these programs are now in place, she said. Even so, PLU will continue to work to improve its response to this issue, said Laura Majovski, Vice President of Student Life and Dean of

. “A lot of schools are moving away from basic tactics. Not everyone will become infantry officers, so Cadet Command wants many different trainings,” Mejia said. “I think PLU does well at balancing tactical with other trainings.” After his time in Fort Knox, Mejia traveled to Georgia to job shadow an officer. He was able to participate in training activities, assist the officer and get a real sense of what military life is like. “It’s nice to actually get into what an officer does and what a unit

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Alaska. The Iditarod is a long-distance sled dog race that runs from Anchorage to Nome every March. After undergoing a transformative experience on the trail, Moderow threw herself into writing about how the Iditarod changed her life. “When I finished Iditarod in 2005, I knew I’d lived an incredible story,” Moderow said. “I also knew that I had to write it.” Moderow’s inspiration to write “Fast into the Night” was also born out of Moderow’s reverence for her dog team and

and that students learn that they do not have to wait to be hired on to a professional production studio in order to make the stories they want to see,” said McGaha, a Communication major. “I want students to have the confidence that they have every opportunity to make a fun idea into a reality. From scriptwriting and casting, to filming and editing, and to planning a premiere event, students now have all the resources they need to make their stories come to life.” “PLU students have thoughtful

impactful contributions through their estate plans or financial strategies, ensuring lasting support for the university’s mission. We sat down with Sue and Jennie to learn more about the opportunities and benefits of planned giving at PLU. How has PLU’s planned giving evolved, and what trends are you seeing? Sue: The planned giving landscape at PLU has evolved significantly. Traditionally, donors were long-time supporters, often in the later stages of life, with or without children or spouses. However

-term study away programs. But Lutes didn’t have to study away to get similar eye-opening experiences. Caitlin Johnston, a first-year who hopes to study biology and French, participated in the Parkland Immersion program, which was co-sponsored by the Center for Community Engagement and Service (CCES), Associated Students of PLU (ASPLU) and Residential Life. This program took three students on a five-day journey to explore Parkland and to learn more about the area surrounding PLU. Johnston said she

distance education. PLU: Are you taking away anything from this experience that will change your old “normal?” Anderson: It’s good to slow down! I’ve been running a million miles per hour for the last four years. It has been really good to recenter myself, appreciate the important things in life, and reflect on what things I don’t want to change when this pandemic is over. Read Previous PLU alumni husband-wife duo doing their part in New York City’s COVID-19 battle Read Next Lutes craft handmade face