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Environmental Studies. He’s been honored for his efforts in advancing scientific education by NATO, an NDEA Fellowship and a Faculty Development Award from the National Science Foundation; is a member of academic scientific societies such as the American Chemical Society and Alpha Chi Sigma; and has published many peer-reviewed articles on his research. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) PLU Professor Emeritus of Chemistry Duane Swank works with a student during PLU's Advanced Placement Summer Institute

athletes. “We feel like our students are students first,” said Cohen, who earned her master’s degree in sports administration at Pacific Lutheran University. “For me, this is all about education.” And Cohen walks the walk. During a recent tour of Husky Stadium, she gazed up at what the football staff calls the “3.0 wall,” bragging about running out of room to showcase photos of all the football players with high grade point averages. “It’s really special,” she said. “I love that we can be successful in

of public education positions, including as teacher at Peninsula and Henderson Bay High Schools, the Peninsula School District liaison for the home-school program and a drop-out prevention specialist. “We see tremendous growth in the students referred to our programs,” continues Shultz. “For example, last year students enrolled in our reading programs improved on average by one full grade level, and for math students the average improvement in scores was 33 percent.” Speer has served as the

might not understand the ins and outs of higher education. For those learning to navigate the language and culture of college, here are five things every current and incoming first-in-the-family student should know. Read More Pave the Way Maria Chávez, chair of politics and government, pulls from her own first-generation experience as she addresses the opportunity gap in her work. She brought her story to an annual conference in the fall, which aimed to advance equity, expand opportunity and

& Student Connections and the Wang Center for Global Education is offering an educational travel seminar to Namibia with an optional excursion to Sossusvlei. Join Paula Leitz, PLU professor emeritus, and Steve Leitz, retired principal, on a guided tour through Namibia’s amazing and varied landscapes, see wild animals in their habitat, and experience the culture, traditions and languages of Nambia’s people. Open to PLU alumni, families and friends. Registration is open now and is limited to 15 attendees

? A huge learning curve. I was terrified and excited, especially working with such amazing people. And writing for the human voice ­— I had sung in choirs but opera was a whole new musical world. It was very humbling in a lot of ways. I studied a lot, listened to a lot of singers, wrote a lot, shared with Stephen, wrote again, shared again. The opera was workshopped twice with the singers and that was the biggest education for me because I was getting immediate feedback: “Can you hold that note

they have traditionally focused on the two audiences separately. Our staff members have done a lot of research that shows what we are doing is a major culture change in higher education — and it is long overdue.” “The connection and advice alumni can offer to current students is a valuable way for them to give back and have a direct impact on student success,” said Jessica Pagel ‘08, co-director of Alumni & Student Connections. The Career Trek to Alaska Airlines is one example of how we’re bringing

. Lorna Rodriguez ’11 Lorna Rodriguez, class of 2011, works as a substitute teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area and is pursuing her teaching credential and Master of Arts in Education. Most recently, she wrote stories and managed the newsletter for The Nueva School, an independent school for gifted students. She previously covered education and small cities as a reporter for small newspapers on the Southern Oregon Coast and in Humboldt County. While a student at PLU, Lorna participated in a variety

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integrating practical performance psychology applications in a variety of professional settings. Scope of professional capabilities, education and training and how those variables impact ethical professional practice will be explored. (4) KINS 591 : Independent Study To provide individual graduate students with advanced study not available in the regular curriculum. The title will be listed on the student term-based record as "IS:" followed by the specific title designated by the student. Prerequisite