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  • “There is nothing comfortable about studying genocide,” Beth Griech-Polelle, a Pacific Lutheran University history professor and the Kurt Mayer Chair in Holocaust Studies, says. “It’s filthy, violent, degrading, and the worst of humanity.” Yet Griech-Polelle says the study and discussion of these atrocities are crucial…

    Uncomfortable truths: Taking an Introduction to Holocaust & Genocide Studies class Posted by: shortea / February 17, 2023 Image: Holocaust survivor Peter Metzelaar speaks with PLU students in a course titled “Introduction to Holocaust & Genocide Studies.” (Photo courtesy of Professor Lisa Marcus) February 17, 2023 By Anneli HaralsonMarketing & Communications Guest Writer “There is nothing comfortable about studying genocide,” Beth Griech-Polelle, a Pacific Lutheran University history professor

  • Parker Brocker-Knapp ’23 grew up in Portland, but Puget Sound never seemed far—thanks to close family ties to PLU. We sat down with Brocker-Knapp to learn more about how this senior made the most of his time at PLU. How did you choose PLU? I…

    Family ties and academic pursuits: Parker Brocker-Knapp’s journey at PLU Posted by: mhines / May 19, 2023 Image: Parker Brocker-Knapp ’23 (PLU Photo / Emma Stafki). May 19, 2023 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest WriterParker Brocker-Knapp ’23 grew up in Portland, but Puget Sound never seemed far—thanks to close family ties to PLU. We sat down with Brocker-Knapp to learn more about how this senior made the most of his time at PLU.How did you choose PLU? I only entertained the

  • Emma Stafki grew up on Washington’s Key Peninsula, hearing stories about a tragedy in 1968. In nearby Vaughn Bay, her grandparents witnessed the heartwrenching capture of Hugo, a three-year-old orca whale.  Southern Resident orcas typically stay with their mothers their whole lives; losses echo throughout…

    Emma Stafki ’24 explores the challenges facing Puget Sound orcas in capstone documentary Posted by: Zach Powers / April 29, 2024 Image: Emma Stafki ’24 is a communication studies major from the Key Peninsula. (Photo by Sy Bean/PLU) April 29, 2024 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Emma Stafki grew up on Washington’s Key Peninsula, hearing stories about a tragedy in 1968. In nearby Vaughn Bay, her grandparents witnessed the heartwrenching capture of Hugo, a three-year-old

  • Speakers tell PLU audiences to reach outside themselves Rich, diverse and often divergent voices came to PLU over the last year to challenge our outlook on life and our choices. Should one eat meat, or not? What of world hunger, the environment, corporate greed, genocide…

    . This happened every 10 minutes in this ward. Given that the transmission of AIDS from mother to infant is entirely preventable, Lewis said he was disgusted that this scene, played out ever day, was allowed to continue. On top of the AIDS pandemic, 10 million children under the age of five die each year of entirely preventable diseases. That’s 27,000 children a day. “Has the world gone mad?” he asked. “How is it okay to live with this?” Even before the recent crisis of rice shortages around the

  • Supporting the greatest need is critical for ensuring that resources are directed to where they are most urgently helpful.

    inside and outside the classroom, fostering leadership, teamwork, and service. Your investment propels their growth and success. Go Lutes!INVEST TODAY Don’t want to give online? There are many other ways to give to PLU! If you have questions or want more information about giving, please contact Donor Communications. With the four newly designed colleges and their subdivisions, we will continue our purposeful integration of liberal arts, professional studies, and civic engagement with contributions

  • The President’s Council consists of the president; the provost and senior vice president of academic affairs; the vice president for advancement; the senior vice president and chief administrative

    Section 1. PRESIDENT’S COUNCILThe President’s Council consists of the president; the provost and senior vice president of academic affairs; the vice president for advancement; the senior vice president and chief administrative officer; the vice president for marketing and communications; the vice president for student life; the secretary to the Board of Regents; the chair of the faculty; and other advisory members as may occasionally be selected by the president. The President’s Council serves

  • by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer Most faculty are familiar with the software Turnitin for its Originality Check of student papers, but it also offers a grading tool called GradeMark. On May 30, PLU will upgrade its Turnitin service in Sakai and with it receive improved…

    Technologies blog *Note: All comments are moderated Read Previous Helping Students “Stay Connected” This Summer Read Next Using “Essential Questions” for Thoughtful Inquiry LATEST POSTS Recording Instruction and Communications for Distance Learners March 31, 2020 Rethinking Assessment at a Distance March 18, 2020 Engaging Students During Remote Learning March 16, 2020 How to Create a Basic Online Lesson March 6, 2020

  • By Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer I recently offered a workshop on “flipping the classroom” and it has me thinking more and more about the virtues of instructional videos.  Even if you are not ready for a full classroom flip, instructional videos are a great way…

    , the Instructional Technologies team is available to help you get started, so give it try.  Think about an issue that your students struggle with and consider whether a short video might go a long way toward tackling the problem. Originally published 12/4/2013 in PLU’s Instructional Technologies Blog *Note: All comments are moderated Read Previous The Tao of Online Discussion Rubrics Read Next My First MOOC: A New Year’s Resolution LATEST POSTS Recording Instruction and Communications for Distance

  •   By Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer Over the past two weeks, I have been preparing for a faculty workshop on using assessment tools in Sakai. While drafting a section on discussion forums, I scoured the internet looking for an exemplary discussion board rubric to share…

    The Virtues of Video LATEST POSTS Recording Instruction and Communications for Distance Learners March 31, 2020 Rethinking Assessment at a Distance March 18, 2020 Engaging Students During Remote Learning March 16, 2020 How to Create a Basic Online Lesson March 6, 2020

  • By Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer On June 15, instructors who request new Sakai sites will be prompted to select from three different templates options: Standard, Minimal, and Legacy. Sakai templates contain general tools and pages that must be updated by the instructor before publishing the…

    Sakai Gradebook: Supporting Student Success Read Next Support for Using the New Sakai Site Templates LATEST POSTS Recording Instruction and Communications for Distance Learners March 31, 2020 Rethinking Assessment at a Distance March 18, 2020 Engaging Students During Remote Learning March 16, 2020 How to Create a Basic Online Lesson March 6, 2020