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  • Housing Our Neighbors PLU grads explain the housing crisis from foundation to future Posted by: Logan Seelye / November 1, 2021 Image: Nicole Harmon ’03 (Photographed by Justin D. Knight) November 1, 2021 By Lora ShinnHousing is something many of us take for granted. Much more than just a place to sleep and a structure to shelter us from the elements, our homes provide the space we need to maintain a functional life. It’s where we manage our mental health, prepare for the coming school or work

  • time, holding a variety of roles throughout the productions he’s a part of. Since “Lizard Boy,” he’s been commissioned to write for Book-It Repertory Theatre, The 5th Avenue Theatre, ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery, and Seattle Repertory Theatre again. He says musical theater is his true passion, combining everything he grew up learning: visual art, music, writing and acting. “It’s the intersection of all the forms of art that I enjoy,” he said.'LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL'See Justin Huertas ’09

  • -STEM minor that I was one class away from completing. It was really fun to be a part of a CS-STEM classroom and see how things go. What made you decide to enroll in PLU’s MAE program? Because my goal has always been to become a teacher, the MAE program was a great next step as it is only one year. This program is really great, and with my connection to the CS-STEM scholarship, they will pay for part of my master’s program. What made you want to teach at the middle school level? I really enjoyed the

  • do Luther’s teachings sync with PLU’s core teachings? To educate people for thoughtful learning, service, and care for others and the Earth – it is the very thing we’re talking about right now and it is at the heart of PLU’s mission. And so, I would hope that we would have faculty, staff, and students understanding what that mission means — in light of the crisis that we’re facing today —not only with the pandemic, but with questions of economic and racial injustice. And what we’re looking to is

  • content delivery Recognition for significant expertise in an area of specialization Engages in the scholarship of teaching through research, publications, conference presentations, or workshops to further advance teaching excellence and expertise Demonstrates teaching excellence as characterized by challenging learners intellectually; communicating effectively; and showing a commitment to learning Makes substantive and ongoing contributions to the School of Nursing curricula and academic programs

  • Q&A: Meet John Paul, PLU’s new Department of Music Chair Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / February 4, 2015 February 4, 2015 Meet John F. Paul, the new Chair of the Department of Music and Associate Professor at Pacific Lutheran University. Before joining the PLU family at the start of the 2014-15 school year, Dr. Paul served for 13 years as Chair of the Department of Music at Marylhurst University near Portland, Oregon. Dr. Paul is an active composer in both traditional and contemporary formats.  He

  • , globally, and empathetically for years to come. LEARN MORE Questions? We can help. If you have any questions or want to let us know about your estate gift, please contact our gift planners. Jennie Griek Gift Planner 253-535-7156 jgriek@plu.edu Sue Loiland Senior Gift Planner 253-535-8421 loiland@plu.edu FreeWill: A Gift from PLU to You PLU is committed to providing our alumni and friends with helpful resources for lifelong learning and growth. Therefore, we are proud to partner with FreeWill to offer

  • was Mary Oliver, who visited in April 2008. She penned a phrase that has become the rallying cry for PLU’s Wild Hope Center for Vocation: “What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Barot recounts that her visit attracted an audience that filled the entirety of Lagerquist Hall, as well as a separate overflow space. The Visiting Writer Series is thoughtfully designed with a number of components that create a unique learning experience for Lutes, one that truly connects to

  • Harstad Day of Giving Oct. 14, 2016 The Rev. Bjug Harstad, founder of Pacific Lutheran University, trudged through the frozen Yukon in 1898 in hopes of bringing home gold for Pacific Lutheran Academy. That intrepid spirit will be honored by the entire PLU community for the third annual Bjug Harstad Day of Giving on Friday, Oct. 14. All gifts made on Bjug Day will be matched dollar for dollar toward student scholarships, thanks to a generous group of Lutes. All are invited to participate in the

  • . Johanne (Jo) Madsen, 2016Jo is currently working for State Farm as a claim handler and is excited about learning more about insurance hands-on. She is still working towards going back to school for her masters, but is enjoying learning about economics outside “theory land” as it is a great way for her to find out what topics she wants to dive into when she returns to school. Elizabeth (Molly) Maloney, 2016Elizabeth (Molly) Maloney is continuing her studies at University of California, Irvine, where