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TACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 1, 2016)— University Conference launched the beginning of fall semester at Pacific Lutheran University on Wednesday, setting a powerful tone for the 2016-17 academic year. President Thomas W. Krise delivered his annual state of the university address before a crowd of faculty,…
faith and more. Additionally, among other insights regarding upcoming campaigns and goals for the institution, Krise stressed the importance of intentionally embracing the idea of integrated education. In other words, a “both-and” approach to educating students with a focus on service learning and community engagement that equip students to create a better world beyond campus borders. PLU President Thomas W. Krise speaks at University Conference on Wednesday, Aug. 31, unveiling one of the 21 Martin
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Upcoming events for Black History Month 2018 at PLU ! Calendar sponsored by Black Student Union . 2018 Calendar of Events FEB 1; A Visual Display of PLU’s Black History Grey Area in the AUC PLU’s Campus Ministry office will present a month long visual…
area in the Anderson University Center during the month of February to view this art piece.FEB 8 Don’t Touch My Hair educational event and photo shootDiversity Center – 7pm Join BSU as we have a photoshoot for anyone who comes to the space focusing on embracing the hair you have while learning about hair. Participants of this event also get to share what exactly they love about their hair and how it is part of their identity.FEB 12 Monday WordChapel – 10:30am Service open to all and led by students
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TACOMA, WASH. (May 2, 2018) — The Mayer family has a long, storied history of philanthropic endeavors with Pacific Lutheran University. Natalie Mayer wanted to build on that good work by endowing a lecture series that addressed what she saw as a growing need —…
invitation to speak to Chris Browning’s class about the Holocaust. Despite some initial skepticism, Kurt Mayer audited the class — thus kindling a relationship that culminated in a decade of service as a Board of Regents member, the blossoming of the university’s Holocaust studies program and the establishment of the endowed Kurt Mayer Chair in Holocaust Studies. The Mayers, along with the Powell and Heller families and many others were the foundational members in promoting Holocaust Studies at PLU. Over
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TACOMA, WASH. (April 25, 2019) — Pacific Lutheran University has been recognized for substantial conformity with the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad as established by the Forum on Education Abroad, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, membership association recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and…
central to our institution’s mission of educating students for lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care – for other people, for their communities, and for the earth.” Read Previous PLU named Top 10 Peace Corps producer in the country Read Next Gov. Inslee visits campus for town hall meeting with PLU community COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS
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TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 25, 2020) — Noted academics, activists and practitioners whose life’s work engages polarization — within and across disciplines, traditions, communities and peoples — will gather at Pacific Lutheran University on March 5-6 for the 9th Biennial Wang Center Symposium, “Disarming Polarization: Navigating…
Spieker ’09 on community health advocacy, service and building relationships Read Next PLU nominates physician Donald Mott for Nobel Peace Prize COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition November 7, 2024 PLU professors Ann Auman and Bridget Haden share teaching and learning experiences in China
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Pacific Lutheran University has announced the expansion of the Act Six Scholarship to Yakima Valley students, broadening the reach of this highly successful full-tuition, full-need scholarship partnership. Act Six, a leadership and scholarship program that connects local community affiliates with faith- and social justice-based colleges,…
organizational support system to help students from Yakima attend and succeed at PLU.”PLU has partnered with Act Six since 2007 and enrolled and graduated more than 90 scholars. The expansion into the Yakima Valley means students will have an opportunity to attend PLU and receive leadership training, academic preparation, mentorship, and give back to the community through acts of service. “I truly believe that students in the Yakima Valley have the drive and passion for higher education and that with the
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What does it mean to innovate wherever you are? “To innovate everywhere means to think ahead and find new ways to answer new and old questions. It’s finding new ways to make even the mundane fun. Wherever I am I look for the next step,…
and something new is created. It takes form until the wave is gone.” -Norman Edwards Jr. ’10 Product and Service Quality Manager, Boeing “Many innovation frameworks suggest that people need to find a problem to be solved, or a gap that needs a bridge. While many try to jump right to the solution, we should identify these problems and gaps first. Frequently, some of the most important problems and gaps are based on human needs … perhaps emotional needs, productivity needs, social needs, health
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Pacific Lutheran University Professor of Biology Amy Siegesmund is the recipient of the American Society for Microbiology’s 2023 Carski Award for Undergraduate Teaching. The award recognizes a university educator for outstanding teaching of microbiology to undergraduate students. What I love about teaching microbiology is that…
Foundation Biology Scholars Research Residency and has received PLU faculty excellence awards in service (2019-20) and teaching (204-15). “During her time at PLU, Dr. Siegesmund has proven herself to be an incredibly dedicated, passionate and effective teacher,” said Chair of Biology Matt Smith. “She challenges her students to learn and think for themselves, holds them to high standards, but supports them tremendously.”“More than being an excellent instructor to our students, Amy inspires better teaching
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As a first-generation college student, Brandi Hilliard was nervous when she began her studies at Pacific Lutheran University. But those uncomfortable feelings soon diminished. “I found PLU to be a warm, supportive and an intimate community, which made it an easy place to fit in,”…
like to share? There are a lot of local employers looking to recruit students from PLU for jobs and internships because they’ve found our graduates to be some of the most passionate, hard-working and service-oriented employees. What kind of new events can people look forward to?PLU Alumni & Student ConnectionsAlumni & Student Connections supports each Lute in utilizing the PLU network to help make their visions a reality.While we’re still going to offer opportunities like lunch and learns
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Operated by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Chief Leschi Schools enrolls 670 students in preschool through high school. Visual representations of Northwest Native culture and art are present throughout the school, and the curriculum is infused with the tribe’s cultural heritage. Chief Leschi is one…
our full Jenifer Leavens ’18 feature. Lute Powered: AmazonLute Powered: City of TacomaLute Powered: MultiCare Health SystemLute Powered: Port of Tacoma and Northwest Seaport AllianceLute Powered: Educational Service District 113 Read Previous Social work major and working mom Teranejah Lucas ’23 explores the politics and power of Black hair in her capstone Read Next PLU and TCC announce Automatic Admission Partnership COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you
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