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  • her first J-term class to the twin islands in 1993 after working with what’s currently the Global Education Committee to build a study away opportunity. “That turned out to be such a phenomenal, eye-opening experience for all of us,” she said. “Carnival preparation was in full swing, so we got a little taste of the amazing creativity and zest for life that exists down there.” Trinidad and Tobago podcasts From those early beginnings a strong and vital connection was forged over the ensuing quarter

  • Paula Leitz, associate professor of education. “Capstones at PLU engage students in focusing their total PLU education into a focused area. It is not just a culminating activity – it is an opportunity to rethink and refine one’s personal reflection on the result of four years of intellectual engagement at PLU,” Leitz said. “Faculty are a significant part of this process as they lend their expertise and provide individualized support to students.” Nevis Granum ’13 exhibits some of his photographs as

  • from Pierce College, with a wedding and a baby in between. After five years working in the medical field and welcoming her second child, she thought she would go back to school for nursing. “I had an epiphany,” she said. “I can do this, but I don’t know that I should do this.” So, she didn’t. After eight years as a stay-at-home mom, Winer went back to work in K-12 education. She worked a laundry list of jobs at Cascade Christian Schools in Puyallup, from administrative assistant positions to

  • Remove Back New Delete Peace Corps Prep Academic Programs all programs program website Peace Corps Prep Undergraduate It’s FREE to apply to PLU When you're ready, we're here. Apply now and fulfill your potential! Get Started Related Programs: Biology Education Environmental Studies Global Studies Health Services Pre-Health Sciences DISCOVER About Calendar Campus Map Land Acknowledgement Careers at PLU Lute Locker PLANNING Student Payments Textbooks Make a Gift Conference Planning RESOURCES Privacy

  • around the world, and at news and media organizations nationwide. We are committed to providing our students with an exceptional education and to building and enhancing our community through the study, practice, and understanding of artistic expression. Read more from Dean Bennett Features Feature 2000 The Mast wins Apple Award in NYC for best student newspaper January 22, 2018 Feature 1920 PLU’s MediaLab wins 2017 National Broadcasting Society Award January 22, 2018 Feature 2370 The Thorniley

  • learning, eager to foster intercultural relationships, willing to step out of their comfort zones, committed to serving those around them, and want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home. “Just their presence in the classroom brings a diverse perspective,” Melannie Cunningham, director of multicultural outreach and engagement at PLU, said of Act Six Scholars at PLU. “I look at the group of students we have and every one of them is unique in their

  • take a J-Term. Some majors require you to take all of your J-Terms (such as Nursing or Music Education). Other students may decide to take all of their J-Terms because it might mean that they can take a lighter load of credits in fall or spring term. Whether you decide to stay in Parkland or travel abroad, take your J-Term or take a break, we hope that you stay warm and enjoy what January has to offer! Guest Blogger: Mary Gerhardstein, Admission Counselor Read Previous What’s in our room? Take a

  • from each of the four colleges to the core curriculum. Liberal arts education will remain the common foundation for students across all four colleges, as will PLU’s commitment to integrating socially impactful civic engagement across its community of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners.PLU Provost Joanna Gregson

  • provide patrols around the perimeter of campus on weekend nights during the school year. This is an extra layer of security and commitment by the University. We also understand that the whole community contributes to a safe environment. As Director, I have been working with our neighbors and local organizations to ensure PLU is a safe place. Organizations like Safe Streets, Garfield Street Business Association (GSBA), Franklin Pierce School District, Pierce County Higher Education Safety/Security

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  • Entrance Requirements Transfer students who began their higher education at other regionally-accredited colleges or universities are encouraged to apply for admission with advanced standing. Candidates must have good academic and personal standing at the institution last attended full-time. The recommended minimum grade point average to be considered for admission as a transfer student is a 2.50 cumulative grade point average in college-level work from regionally-accredited institutions. In