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  • Originally published in 2016 As scholars of the Humanities in the 21st century we find ourselves working in unusual settings. Places of faith and worship, educational contexts like high schools and public libraries, in newspapers, in comment forums, on radio shows, our “workplaces” often do…

    her three grandchildren and serving as the primary caregiver for her homebound mother. In the six weeks of the reading series, they have moved and overcome a nasty bout with flu, but they have not missed a minute of the series. They are among the best and most consistent participants in our discussions; the grandmother’s commitment and enthusiasm is heroic. She explains matter-of-factly, “We all have some darkness in us. We’re all a bad decision or a wrong turn from something we might regret

  • Student eligible for graduation at the conclusion of this academic year, as well as students who graduated the previous December, (for example: a student who graduated in December 2019 may be

    meaningfully engage with one another. Individuals awarded in the category of Care have demonstrated care for self and others, uplifting wellness, holistic health, and addressing inequities.  Individuals in the category of Leadership uplift those who recognize impact, engage respectfully and collaboratively with others, embrace equitable decision-making, and demonstrate courage to both speak up and listen. (all continuing students are eligible for these awards)PAST AWARD NOMINEES AND RECIPIENTS2024

  • Anthony Chan Bounleurt – spinning on his head. (Photo by John Froschauer) There’s a faith club for that By Barbara Clements It could be any evening on the ground floor of the University Center: A group of young men and women – about 25 of…

    , students from all backgrounds and religious traditions attend PLU. That is what the Lutheran tradition is all about – making sure all faiths and perspectives are respected. It ensures a vibrant, intellectual spirit takes hold on campus, where students and faculty are open to ideas, new philosophies and intellectual diversity. For instance, take Bashair Alazadi ’13. As a commuter student, she didn’t have a residence hall room where she could pray five times a day, as prescribed by Islam. So she went to

  • Scott graduated with a Bachelor of Musical Arts in Music (with a minor in English Literature) in 1991.

    with the Spokane Youth Symphony in May 2018. Says Jerilynn of PLU: “The music faculty at PLU – specifically, their depth of knowledge and experiences, warmth and kindness with prospective students, and clear evidence of service to the community – is ultimately what helped me make the decision on which college to attend. The diversity of musical opportunities presented to me as a soloist, ensemble musician, composition collaborator, and peer educator have played a vital role in shaping my life post

  • Tuesday May 23, 2023 2:00-6:00pm in Morken 105

    excessive consumption and endorsing an unhealthy narrative. In response, sustainable marketing techniques offer a promising avenue for change. This study examines how consumer behaviors and societal norms can be shifted towards sustainability by leveraging sustainable marketing strategies. The case study of Oatly, a Swedish oat company, is analyzed to assess the effectiveness of sustainable marketing techniques such as stealth marketing, social proof, and identification in driving long-term social and

  • by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer Have you ever attempted to drive to a new restaurant at night with only a vague idea of where it was located? Trying to reach a destination without some necessary information can invoke feelings of anxiety and frustration. Students may…

    they’re going. Like the frequent customer at his or her favorite restaurant, instructors can intuitively cruise to where they have been so many times before. But for students maneuvering to new destinations, the location and the directions need to be unambiguous. The beginning of the semester is right around the corner, but now is still a good time to review learning goals and objectives listed on your syllabi. If written properly, goals and objectives should underlie every instructional decision and

  • Shane J. Lopez, Ph.D., is the world’s leading researcher on hope. His mission is to help people ofall ages exercise some control over what their future can become and to teach them how to aim for

    using it to start a hope conversation in their community). Dr. Lopez is the director of the annual Gallup Wellbeing Forum, which convenes scholars, leaders, and decision makers to discuss the issues that determine happiness and health. He researches the links between hope, strengths development, academic success, and overall wellbeing and collaborates with scholars around the world on these issues. He specializes in hope and strengths enhancement for students from preschool through college

  • Hello! We hope you’ve had a great (& safe) summer filled with adventures, outdoor time, and relaxation!  School is going to be quite different this fall: hybrid/

    COVID-19 Updates & ResourcesHello! We hope you’ve had a great (& safe) summer filled with adventures, outdoor time, and relaxation!  School is going to be quite different this fall: hybrid/online classes, increased safety precautions, and reduced numbers of students and on-campus opportunities will make this year unlike anything we’ve experienced before.  At this point, we can share with certainty that there will be no Outdoor Rec (OR) trips during September. This decision was made with the

  • Q&A With Carrie Mesrobian MFA ’13 Rave Reviews Are Rolling in For Her New Book, ‘Perfectly Good White Boy’ By Sandy Deneau Dunham PLU Marketing & Communications Right out of the gate, Carrie Mesrobian’s first young-adult novel, Sex & Violence , racked up some serious…

    their own lives. This behavior is also true of adult readers: Some want spy thrillers, some want romance, some want cozy mysteries, some want lyric poetry. When it comes to reading, there’s a place at the table for everyone. I find that to be a very democratic and comforting way of looking at books. In terms of content and theme in YA literature, we must remember that there are a lot of kids who are living lives that aren’t rated PG. There are a lot of kids who are living lives that are generally

  • If you would like to join the Zoom meeting, please email Laura Shneidman at las@plu.edu Please make sure you have updated to the latest version of zoom (Zoom 5.3.

    Anxiety and Feelings of Hopelessness Early in the COVID-19 Pandemic, Jessica Fagan*** Capstone project    ** PSYC 242 project    *** Severtson projectZoom Room 2 (Chair, Dr. Grahe)4:15pm – Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions for Alzheimer’s Disease: A Home Care Approach, Andrea Deal* 4:25pm – Assessing the Relationships between Mental Health, Behavior, Perceived Social Isolation, and Knowledge of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Darcy Erwin & Sarah Koenig* 4:35pm – Effects of Negative Facial Expressions on Mood