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TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 25, 2019) — The academic rigors of higher education provide a rich, well-rounded foundation for students preparing for a professional career. Sometimes, however, it’s the reassuring helping hand of an experienced mentor that best smooths the ensuing transition from classroom to the…
workforce.That’s where PLU’s new Economics Mentorship Program comes into play. Backed by a partnership with Alumni & Student Connections and the Department of Economics, students majoring in economics can partner with a PLU econ graduate to gain insight into the vast array of possibilities. Those mentors will give advice, assist with networking and bridge the connection from PLU to real career opportunities using their skills. To Alumni & Student Connections, an essential part of student success is providing
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The curriculum for the Business and Economic History program at PLU is administered by the History department, and taught by the Benson Family Chair.
]HIST 499: Travel, Technology, and BusinessTravel is an ever-present characteristic of the human experience. From ancient times to the present, business people, merchants, missionaries, diplomats, pilgrims, and others have wandered the world seeking new experiences and opportunities; sometimes broadening human understanding and connecting disparate groups, and other times engaging in violence, theft, or subjugation. At the root of it all, however, is innovation and travel—deliberate human movement
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Associate Vice President for Constituent Engagement | Office of Advancement | katie.hoover@plu.edu | 253-535-7182
Katie Hoover Associate Vice President for Constituent Engagement Phone: 253-535-7182 Email: katie.hoover@plu.edu Professional Education B.A., German/Anthropology, Pacific Lutheran University, 2010 Responsibilities Katie Hoover joined the University Relations team in 2010. She currently serves as the Associate Vice President for Constituent Engagement, leading the University Relations teams charged with expanding philanthropy and engagement of donors, alumni and friends in service to the
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Raechelle Baghirov ’05 teaching in Azerbaijan with the Peace Corps. (Photo provided by Raechelle Baghirov) In pursuit of wild hope in Azerbaijan By Katie Scaff ‘13 Discovering your wild hope doesn’t end when you leave PLU, just ask Raechelle Baghirov ’05. After graduating, Baghirov spent…
about it,” said Baghirov of her time at PLU. “It made you look at what you were learning and how it could be taken to a higher level. I may not have thought of it at the time as preparation for the Peace Corps but it was. I may not have thought of it as this is my wild hope component but it was.” Baghirov applied for the Peace Corps during summer 2006. The idea of Austin Goble ’09, Ruth Tollefson ’09, Raechelle Baghirov 05, listen while Sallie Strueby ’11, speaks during an Alumni panel discussion on
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The Pacific Lutheran University Symphony Orchestra will close its concert season at PLU in May 2023 with a special event marking the end of an era, and a celebration of the orchestra’s long
PLU Symphony Orchestra ReunionThe Pacific Lutheran University Symphony Orchestra will close its concert season at PLU in May 2023 with a special event marking the end of an era, and a celebration of the orchestra’s long tradition. Professor Jeffrey Bell-Hanson will close his tenure with the orchestra as he prepares for retirement, conducting part of a gala concert featuring the members of the current PLUSO joined by alumni of the orchestra. Dr. Jerry Kracht, Conductor Emeritus, will also join
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As a Pacific Lutheran University alumnus, you have access to the Mortvedt Library to continue your lifetime of learning. Check out all the great features listed below.
Mortvedt Library AccessAs a Pacific Lutheran University alumnus, you have access to the Mortvedt Library to continue your lifetime of learning. Check out all the great features listed below. An Alumni Card and a quick trip to the Mortvedt Library front desk is all you need to start your library access.Alumni get access to the following services: Check out books View DVD’s and other media items in the library Use the copy machines and printers Use the databases to locate research items from
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The success of the Wild Hope Center for Vocation was established, in good measure, through the lives of the faculty mentors who engage their students with questions of meaning and purpose—in the
conjunction with the Center for Teaching and Learning, an annual advising retreat, coordination and preparation for service learning in university courses, Wild Hope sponsored lectures, semi-annual gatherings for staff and faculty alumni of study seminars, and participation in the annual Meant To Live conference.Join Us The Wild Hope Center for Vocation supports a diverse array of ongoing activities for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. Explore some of its various events below.Meant to Live
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PLU News documents good work Lutes are doing, on and off campus, as they live and pursue lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care.
Presidential Medal of Freedom honoree William Foege ‘57 returns to PLU for annual Rachel Carson lecture TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 4, 2020) — Pacific Lutheran University is pleased to announce that world health icon and distinguished alumnus Dr. William Foege ‘57 will return to campus to give the annual Rachel Carson Science, Technology & Society Annual Lecture on Feb. 20. Foege, who… February 4, 2020 Alumni, Internships, Career
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Another opportunity to be involved (and make some money) is to be a Residence Hall Front Desk Worker.
pertinent information to the staff. Hiring for these positions occur year round. Alumni & Student ConnectionsTo check for current openings, check Alumni & Student Connections
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Interdisciplinary Application of Advanced Polymers for Engineering Innovation This new ten-week REU Site supported by NSF will be held May 20th – July 26th, 2019. Participants will be engaged in fundamental research projects that incorporate polymer synthesis and processing, including through biological methods. Projects also…
manufacturing and membranes. Furthermore, projects relating to polymer analysis by mass spectrometry molecular simulations are also offered. In addition to their research project, REU participants will participate in professional development and research seminars. Field trips to local industries and social activities are planned. REU students will present two oral research updates as well as a final presentation. Each REU participant will receive a $5000 stipend, on-campus housing (at no cost) and travel
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