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chair of the music department. In the subsequent years, I have counted myself blessed to have worked with so many distinguished colleagues across the campus: from the faculty, the administration and the staff. And it didn’t take me long into my first term of teaching here to realize how special the PLU students are! We in music have always engaged in student-faculty research since our common enterprise is to make music together. In many ways (technology, multitasking!) the students have changed. But

chair of the music department. In the subsequent years, I have counted myself blessed to have worked with so many distinguished colleagues across the campus: from the faculty, the administration and the staff. And it didn’t take me long into my first term of teaching here to realize how special the PLU students are! We in music have always engaged in student-faculty research since our common enterprise is to make music together. In many ways (technology, multitasking!) the students have changed. But

populations in Washington.The grant, from the federal Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), will strengthen training partnerships between the university and healthcare practices in those communities. And it will help train graduates in the use of telehealth, a growing area of modern healthcare that employs computer and video technology to connect patients and practitioners virtually.“We are trying to grow the nurse-practitioner workforce so that they can practice in multiple settings,” said

, but what are your thoughts on the plans to improve the facility and technology? You know, investing in the sciences at PLU is investing in future nurses of our community. It is also investing in future physical therapists and doctors — all sorts of future healthcare professionals. So, investing back into PLU is investing in the future of public health and care. It’s investing in your future. Editor’s Note: PLU aims to expand well-being, opportunity, and justice in our region, including through

curious about what kind of labor was happening within those hotels, especially hotel chains where the labor is largely invisible. I started asking questions and doing research. I learned about how national security was becoming part of hotel workers’ jobs. This was post 9/11, during the days of the “See Something, Say Something” campaign, so the tourism sector had invested in a lot of technology to train people, like hotel workers, to report suspicious activity to police and law enforcement

wider worlds of business, economics, and technology. For your program, Marc, there were faculty from History, Sociology, Economics, and Anthropology involved!” Michael: “Matt, can you tell readers how you got started with your business history project?” Matt: “Sure—It began with my shared interests in History and Economics. In this case, you were my faculty adviser, Dr. Halvorson, so when you described your current research on the early history of personal computing, I was intrigued. The topic that

successful. HONORABLE MENTIONS Elements 4 Peace Building by Network for Peace Building and Conflict Management This work represents excellent interactive community engagement on an important issue. Naked Raku Vase by Reza Refaei This piece illustrates superb integration of form and surface design. Cuero y Cuervo by Danielle Twichel Strong composition and demonstrates skill and craftsmanship in her usage of charcoal. Chai Tea, Crème Brûlée, and Pumpkin Spice (3 sets) by Delaney Hills Superior

University takes great pride in its dynamic and challenging Theatre program. We train students in all aspects of theatre – from acting and directing to stage management, producing, playwriting, technical theatre and design.Set in the 1950s, the play centers on an African-American father and his relationship with his son. Troy, a Negro League baseball player who never got a legitimate shot at the segregated major leagues and instead became a sanitation worker, tries to quash the football dreams of his son

license. Student Communications Just as faculty may struggle to manage their email inboxes, it can be difficult for students to manage their learning experience through email. The learning management system (Sakai) provides a more organized way for faculty to deliver content and communicate with students. When facilitating learning at a distance, here are a few ideas to consider: Explain how often students should check into your Sakai course site. Will you be updating the site every Sunday? Mondays

Psychology within the MSK!  I have had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Hacker and Dr. Mann about so many things within this area that can be applied to every area of our life!  Some topics include stress management, imagery, concentration, arousal control, self-talk, confidence, goal setting, team building, adversity and the power of FUN!How would you use this degree in your future career? After I finish the MSK program I want to look into certifications I can earn through this degree.  Then I plan to