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What is web accessibility?Web Accessibility is both art and science. It includes the technical aspects of how a website is implemented and the tools used to publish content to the web, as well as, the way content is created and communicated on webpages.Why web accessibility? Up to 20 percent of Internet users experience accessibility issues when using the internet. Improving Web Accessibility provides the extra benefits of increased Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and improved user experience
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Music and Medicine: Elizabeth Larios ’21 returns to Namibia to research infections and teach marimba Elizabeth Larios ’21 decided she was going to be a neurosurgeon in the fourth grade. That’s when her class took a field trip to a science museum and Larios saw an exhibit about the human brain. Returning home that day, she told her mom: “I’m… November 2, 2022 Alumni, Internships, CareerResoLute
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Education (Co-op) Cooperative education typically refers to alternating classroom learning and paid work experiences in a field directly related to the student’s academic or career goals. In many cases, the co-op is a full-time work experience that requires the student to not enroll in additional courses during the term. Co-ops may be eligible for academic credit.Volunteering Volunteers perform a service without pay to support a cause. Opportunities include one-time assistance or continual service
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Expanding Chinese Language CapacityThree months before President Hu Jintao of China made his historic visit to Washington State and met with Governor Christine Gregoire in April, 2006, a group of 60 business, education, and community leaders and policy makers met to explore the possibility of reaching a “tipping point” for interest in expanding Chinese language capacity in the U.S. and Washington State. The group set a goal of “10% of students in Washington State learning Chinese by the year of
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Dowland and a J-term group studying the intersection of religion and politics. Suzy is a specialist in social change. She works with senior leaders across the public, private, education and third sectors to solve some of the most pressing social issues of our time. Although her experience is wide-ranging; from sales & marketing to major technology upgrades, new product launches and organizational mergers, Suzy is widely recognized for her pragmatic and thoughtful approach to inclusion and diversity
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planet, and transform local communities. Known as “Tech for Social Impact,” these strategies have the potential to expand the capacity of organizations and communities to address and meet social challenges. (45 minutes plus audience Q&A) Concordia Summit, September 2021, New York City, “Evolving higher education to spark social innovation and impact locally: An applied model from Pacific Lutheran University” YouTube video featuring PLU’s George Zeno, Dr. Mike Halvorson, Dr. Mike Mulder, and alumna
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Getting to Know the Alumni – Nicole Wassynger Posted by: wagnerjc / October 10, 2017 October 10, 2017 Nicole Wassynger, 2017 MSMR Graduate, loved her experiences working with real-world clients. She encourages current and prospective MSMR candidates to take responsibility for their education, ask questions, and network. What was your favorite project you completed while in the MSMR program? I’m probably the only one from our cohort with this answer, but the project we did for Mulder’s class
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pools in the 1950s. However, Winchester’s choreography itself is not the focus of the program but rather a small part that stresses rich opportunity, diversity and education for students and the community. Ultimately, the program aims to help students expand their creativity and grow as artists. “The dance concert in the spring… was one of the greatest opportunities I’ve had in university so far,” junior Dance minor Anna Wells said. Another student, junior Luke Gienger, said knowledge from previous
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James L. Brown Professor of Music - Voice; Coordinator of Vocal Studies Phone: 253-535-7614 Email: brownja@plu.edu Office Location: Mary Baker Russell Music Center - 336 Office Hours: (On Campus) Mon - Fri: By Appointment Professional Biography Additional Titles/Roles Director of Opera Education D.M.A., Voice, State University of New York at Stony Brook, 2003 M.M., Music/Voice Performance, The Juilliard School, 1998 B.M., Music/Voice Performance, Loyola University, 1992 Responsibilities Chair
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was commended her skills as a teacher and for encouraging students to “claim their education, instead of being passive learners who are given their education.” Suarez has a candid, upfront approach in the classroom, allowing her to guide students through taboo topics and increase their depth of understanding. As the manager of the Wellness Clinic, Kohler serves those who are underprivileged and provides educational experiences for nursing students. Her vision and management of the center are
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