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preparation for these concerts. Still, experiencing a PLU Christmas concert for the first time was quite memorable. Last year’s performance at Benaroya Hall in Seattle was special for me because it was my first time conducting in a major symphony hall. Another highlight from my time at PLU so far would be how I’ve positively interacted with every faculty and staff member I’ve encountered on campus. Everyone in the School of Music, Theatre & Dance is wonderful, and I’ve also enjoyed meeting other faculty

communicate with each other to create tissues? We have all these different tissues within our bodies that could be grouped into four categories. You have muscle, nerve, connective tissue, and epithelial tissue. I’m really interested in how the embryo decides to make all those different tissues. At what point in your journey as a student did you realize that biology was something special for you? I think it was my senior year of high school. That was the first year my high school actually had AP Biology. I

Going for a Grammy Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / September 28, 2014 Image: Micah Haven ’09 is in his fifth year as band director at Meeker Middle School in Tacoma. (Photo: Tacoma School District) September 28, 2014 When you think Grammys, you might think Béyoncé and Macklemore—but you might not think Lute. It might be time to rethink the Grammys. Micah Haven, a 2009 Music Education graduate of Pacific Lutheran University and now the director of bands at Meeker Middle School in Tacoma, is a

Program  provides public recognition and financial rewards to elementary and secondary schoolteachers, principals and other education professionals who are furthering excellence in education,” according to the Milken Foundation website. In addition to being recognized as an outstanding teacher, Jones also received an unrestricted $25,000 to spend on other educational endeavors. CISL helps low income parents and parents of color to navigate the school system, according to Jones.  Additionally, CISL

-time position. Research Experience for Undergrads (REU) Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) are programs that give students the opportunity to actively participate in research funded by the National Science Foundation at host institution. Students work closely with researchers and faculty on a research project to gain new knowledge and build skills. Cooperative Education (Co-op) Cooperative education opportunities (Co-ops) allow students to work full-time in a field related to their major

Free Science Career Fair Posted by: nicolacs / April 11, 2023 April 11, 2023 The Foss Waterway Seaport is hosting a Science Career Expo on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 from 4-8pm. Participating organizations will have internship, volunteer or early career opportunities for those interested in science, technology and education. This event is free to all attendees. The Seaport is located at 705 Dock St. Tacoma. Carpooling is highly encouraged. Find more information here: https

freshman in high school, decided she wanted to attend PLU after she graduated. By then, we were hooked on PLU. Now, we see how the university approaches education by not just giving students all the answers. It has a bigger goal: Teach students to ask questions.” Leanne Jones ’02 and Kristian Wiles ’02 Hometown: Portland, Ore. Giving History: Giving to Q Club since 2002 PLU Affiliation: GOLD alumni Student Activities: ASPLU, Diversity Center, Coalition and Harmony Why we Give to Q Club: “As

in physical science or a related field, in addition your resume must demonstrate 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-03) in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector service assisting with radiological control surveillance surveys of activities and/or personnel; verifying of equipment and decontaminant tools; and assisting with radiological control work. Education may substitute for experience at the GS-04 grade level

Save the date: Documentary ‘Namibia Nine’ to premiere in February Posted by: Todd / December 9, 2014 December 9, 2014 After a year and a half of planning, production and travel, Namibia Nine will premiere on February 28 at 6:30 p.m., to coincide with Black History Month celebrations, in the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash.The film, created by a team of PLU filmmakers, explores the impact that access to education can make in the

the space. Sergio took a few minutes right away to talk one-on-one with the student.Read more Read Previous Palmer Scholars Builds Hope and Opportunity Through Education Read Next J-Term 2020 – Study Away in Ireland LATEST POSTS J-Term 2020 – Study Away in Ireland March 9, 2020 Palmer Scholars Builds Hope and Opportunity Through Education March 9, 2020 American Sociological Association’s Honors Program March 9, 2020 Pacific Sociological Association Annual Meeting March 9, 2020