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active duty in the U.S. Air Force, retiring with the rank of lieutenant colonel. “We are eager to grow our ranks of military-affiliated students because we know the value that these students bring to the classroom and the community. We understand that it’s not about starting over; it’s about adding to an already experienced person and creating a resume that stands above the crowd.” Now in its sixth year, the Military Friendly® Schools designation is a resource for post-military success, providing

attended by about 70 people, with Caitee Borges ’14 leading the group in chants and, with signs in hand, on a march around campus. The event comes just before President Barack Obama’s task force, which has been looking into sexual assaults on college campuses, is due to release its report on the issue, possibly as early as April 29. Read Previous Relay for Life Raises Money and Awareness Read Next Former Congressman Norm Dicks to speak at 2014 Commencement COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If

in America. Deeply inspired by James Baldwin, Coates details the ways in which he experiences institutional racism from schools, the police and even “the streets”. However, unlike Baldwin the author views white supremacy as an indestructible force that black Americans cannot evade or erase but will continue to struggle against. Between the World and Me has captured the attention of faculty, staff, and students across the university, sparking collaborations across campus, including an invited

still at peace – there must be something greater I thought to myself. Then they all at once shouted, “You were SELECTED, CONGRATS!” My eyes filled with tears and I was beyond thankful that the hard work paid off and that I had not given up during this long, hard journey. I experienced a sense of accomplishment because the road I had traveled that year was not an easy one. What motivates you to serve in the Air Force versus as a civilian nurse? There’s nothing like a challenge in life, and my

out over the tape marking the boundaries of the republic. Students hammed it up as spontaneous protesters. They were also tossed out of the country. Enforcers would throw out students if too many sat together at a table, or they would force free-speech advocates to leave as well. “The First Amendment is one of those issues that people don’t necessarily understand,” said Nate Hulings, president of the student SPJ chapter and also the student who portrayed McCain. “People don’t realize how powerful

organizations offer spaces where LGBTQIA+ students can connect, share experiences, and advocate for inclusion on campus. Allies are encouraged to learn and grow, and our faculty and staff receive training to better understand and support LGBTQIA+ issues.  In addition to this, The Office of Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability, in collaboration with the Trans Task Force, launched the second year of Names Are Sacred, fostering empathy and understanding around the importance of using chosen names. This

facilities. He was also recognized for his deep commitment to student access to higher education nationally and his advocacy for student financial aid. Baillon, PLU’s associate director of student involvement and leadership, was praised for her work in developing a Student Leadership Institute, for being the driving force behind the Redefining Action social justice learning experience and for being a leader in developing the First-Year Experience Program. Laura Majovski, vice president for student life

our robust, general-assembly style of faculty governance can serve as a model for other universities, and we are committed to resuming our work to address the concerns of contingent faculty through PLU’s Faculty Governance Committee and the Contingent Faculty Task Force,” said Steven P. Starkovich, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. “This work had, by law, been on hold while the union effort was underway. Now we can pick up where we left off and get back to solving the issues

education, who serves as campus coordinator for Teach 253. As the nation’s public schools grow more racially diverse, it’s important that the teaching force follow. A growing body of educational research shows that students of color flourish when they learn from teachers who reflect their culture and experience. The most recent figures published by Washington state show that while 45 percent of the state’s public school students are children of color, the teaching force is nearly 90 percent white. And

.”   Student feedback was the driving force behind the name change, citing the importance of continuing growth in the program’s relationships with industry partners. Additionally, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate that the job outlook for market research analysts is growing fast, with a projected percent change in employment from 2016 to 2026 of 23 percent. “The change will (make us) better able to serve students by making the program more relevant to industry practices and more effective for them