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  • Why Study Philosophy?Philosophy involves inquiry about the most basic and compelling questions of life. German philosopher Immanuel Kant once summed up these questions in this way: “What can I know? What should I do? What may I hope?” In doing philosophy, people learn to clarify questions such as these and to evaluate beliefs held about them. They examine the reasons given for personal lifestyles, for public policies from just about everything from war to welfare, from criminal justice to

  • November 3, 2018 President’s Remarks: Allan Belton Student Spotlight: Erin Baker Allan Belton, Acting President Allan Belton, Acting PresidentAllan Belton was appointed by the PLU Board of Regents to serve as the University’s Acting President in June 2017. Prior to the appointment, he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, responsible for the University’s administrative functions including Business Operations & Finance, Human Resources, Facilities & Construction

  • President Belton’s Statement on Charlottesville Posted by: Lace M. Smith / August 15, 2017 Image: PLU students stand in solidarity with students of color, undocumented students, Muslim students, LGBTQ students, and other people who experience marginalized identities. (PLU/John Froschauer) August 15, 2017 Dear Campus Community: The news from Charlottesville, Virginia over the past few days has shocked, angered and saddened many of us. Our prayers are with the victims of violence, their families

  • 2024 Computer Science Capstone SymposiumThe Computer Science Department senior capstone presentations will take place Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th in Xavier 201 on the Pacific Lutheran University campus.  If you’d like to join the capstone Zoom session, please email Assistant Professor Jeff Caley at caleyjb@plu.edu. Friday, May 3rd1pm – Security Car Beck Faubion (BA), Lucius Holzinger (BS), Seth Verenski (BS), Angelo Ramos (BS) In an era of advancing technology, the integration of

  • SAVE THE DATE: The 2025 PLU Weathermon Jazz Festival will take place on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Check back in the Fall for more details! PLU Weathermon Jazz Festival March 19, 2024Eastvold Auditorium - Karen Hille Phillips Center | Cassio Vianna, Director The PLU School of Music, Theatre & Dance invites High School Jazz Bands to register for our PLU Weathermon Jazz Festival. The festival is sponsored by the Pacific Lutheran University School of Music, Theatre & Dance and the Dick and Helen

  • There are many reasons to give to PLU. Here are just a few reasons why some of our donors were inspired to give. If you would like to share your story, please email donrel@plu.edu.  “My husband and I want to be sure others can experience the incredible educational experience at PLU.” – Anna, Kenmore, WA “I received a scholarship that allowed me to attend PLU and receive a high quality education and I want to help give others the same opportunity.” – Russell, Tacoma, WA “I love PLU. PLU gave me

  • Chapter 1 No one who had ever seen Catherine Morland in her infancy would have supposed her born to be an heroine. Her situation in life, the character of her father and mother, her own person and disposition, were all equally against her. Her father was a clergyman, without being neglected, or poor, and a very respectable man, though his name was Richard—and he had never been handsome. He had a considerable independence besides two good livings—and he was not in the least addicted to locking

  • PLU alum takes leadership role as Tacoma’s chief equity officer Posted by: vcraker / August 4, 2022 August 4, 2022 As far back as middle school, others noticed Lisa Woods’ quiet strength and power of observation. “My demeanor is to listen, hear people and see people,” she says. “I’ve developed that over time, but I’ve always been the listener in the room and not necessarily the talker.” Today, Woods (’92) uses her powers of reflection as chief equity officer within Tacoma’s Office of Equity and

  • PLU launches new Master of Social Work (MSW) degree Posted by: howardrm / September 20, 2023 September 20, 2023 By MacKenzie HinesPLU Marketing & Communications PLU has added a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree to its offerings and is now accepting applicants for the fall of 2024. Rooted in PLU’s tradition of academic excellence and community engagement, the new MSW program will equip aspiring social work professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to create lasting impacts on

  • Habitat Restoration at PLUIf you are interested in volunteering with habitat restoration projects on campus, please contact us at restore@plu.edu. Volunteer opportunities will also be advertised through the Center for Community Engagement and Services, and additional restoration opportunities can be found through Forterra, Earth Corps and Green Tacoma Partnership.PLU Campus Green Belt PLU campus has a hillside that divides the upper and lower areas of campus. These natural areas contain Garry