Page 5 • (3,626 results in 0.025 seconds)
-
On the day of high school class choices, a middle school teacher noticed the normally outgoing Jackson Reisner sitting quietly, acting withdrawn. Jackson grew increasingly anxious as the morning progressed. A movie buff, the Burlington eighth grader had seen all the difficult depictions of high…
quick ride. In turn, Sydney says she encourages Jackson. “Jackson is one of the best shooters I’ve ever seen, but even the best shooters don’t have great shooting games,” she says. So she’ll shoot with him outside practice to help boost his confidence. In spring, Jackson and Sydney often head to Farrelli’s Pizza after games, meeting up with their parents and older brother Davis. Davis, who lives in Auburn and is training to be a pilot, also makes the 30-minute drive for movie nights with Jackson and
-
PLU expanded its alliance with Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) by signing two new agreements that will support PLU graduates interested in attending PNWU’s recently established Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) programs. These new agreements…
, PLU applicants will be guaranteed an admission interview. More specifically, PNWU will waive the application fee for the DPT program. Admission requirements for the MSOT include no prerequisites beyond a complete undergraduate degree, writing a personal statement, and a virtual interview. MSOT applicants do not have to take any GRE or standardized test or have occupational therapy shadowing hours required.“This is a great opportunity for PLU graduates,” continued Ward. “The rigor of our
-
For the graduating class of 2024, freshman year was online and confined. So by the time fall came around for sophomore year, they embraced in-person classes, study groups, lunches, dinners, and more. That’s true at least for political science major Kaden Bolton ’24, who graduated…
show, which allowed him to practice public speaking. But diplomacy and international relations are still closest to his heart.Study Political Science at PLUPLU political science students seek to understand how governments are organized and structured, how political processes are employed, and the relationship of structures and processes to societal purposes.“I had Dr. Peter Grovesnor for five classes. That’s part of the small school environment that’s so great,” Bolton says. “I owe a lot of my
-
Dean of School of Arts and Communication named By Greg Brewis A chamber musician and soloist who has had an active and varied career as an administrator, artist and educator has been named dean of the School of Arts and Communication at Pacific Lutheran University.…
served for many seasons as a chamber music performer and coach at the Victoria International Festival in Victoria, Canada, and as staff accompanist at The Juilliard School. He has taught previously at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music and has given master classes at the Beijing Central Conservatory, Shanghai Conservatory, and the Chinese Cultural University in Taipei, Taiwan. He continues to be in great demand as a collaborating pianist. Bennett will join the PLU faculty this summer. Read Previous
-
On the day of high school class choices, a middle school teacher noticed the normally outgoing Jackson Reisner sitting quietly, acting withdrawn. Jackson grew increasingly anxious as the morning progressed. A movie buff, the Burlington eighth grader had seen all the difficult depictions of high…
watch movies weekly—except during finals, of course. They catch concerts while he dishes on professors and classes to take, and he picks her up if she needs a quick ride. In turn, Sydney says she encourages Jackson. “Jackson is one of the best shooters I’ve ever seen, but even the best shooters don’t have great shooting games,” she says. So she’ll shoot with him outside practice to help boost his confidence. In spring, Jackson and Sydney often head to Farrelli’s Pizza after games, meeting up with
-
TACOMA, WASH. (Oct. 24, 2016)- In the U.S. and around the world, rivers represent primary sources for the water we need to live. But PLU digital media major Rachel Lovrovich ’18 did not become aware that many major water sources are in serious trouble until…
Newest MediaLab documentary film, set to premiere Nov. 12, warns PLU community and beyond about troubled waters Posted by: Kari Plog / October 24, 2016 Image: Carlton Haywood (far left), executive director of the Interstate Commission of the Potomac River Basin, is interviewed by MediaLab members (left to right) Joshua Wiersma ’17, Kelly Lavelle ’18, Rachel Lovrovich ’18 and Chris Boettcher ’17. (Photo by John Struzenberg ’16, courtesy of MediaLab) October 24, 2016 By Michelle McGrath
-
With great appreciation we are pleased to announce the new Laurence D. and Bonny M. Huestis Endowment for Faculty/Student Summer Research in Chemistry . Thank you so much, Larry and Bonny! This gift strongly signifies the dedication and commitment that Bonny and Larry both have…
Laurence D. and Bonny M. Huestis Endowment for Faculty/Student Summer Research in Chemistry Posted by: Craig Fryhle / December 2, 2014 December 2, 2014 With great appreciation we are pleased to announce the new Laurence D. and Bonny M. Huestis Endowment for Faculty/Student Summer Research in Chemistry. Thank you so much, Larry and Bonny! This gift strongly signifies the dedication and commitment that Bonny and Larry both have for PLU and the department. Bonny has been one of the main faces
-
Dr. Paul Sutton, Ph.D., Professor of Education, shares why it’s a great time to study education and why PLU is a great place to do so!
Major Minute: Paul Sutton on Education Posted by: vcraker / August 18, 2021 August 18, 2021 Dr. Paul Sutton, Ph.D., Professor of Education, shares why it’s a great time to study education and why PLU is a great place to do so! Read Previous Major Minute: Tom Smith on Theatre & Dance Read Next Major Minute: Sergia Hay on Philosophy LATEST POSTS PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean? November 21, 2024 YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with Zari Warden
-
The Brown University Physics Department is launching the Brown PREP (Promoting Representation and Equality in Physics) (virtual) program intended to help students from traditionally underrepresented groups and gender minorities to prepare their applications for advanced study in physics. See the link https://www.brown.edu/academics/physics/brown-prep . We will have sessions…
:30-2:45 pm: Break 2:45-3:45 pm: Roundtable with current students: How I organized my application, and how I decided where to apply? 3:45-4:30 pm: Workshop 2: Maximizing your impact–personal statements and letters. 4:30-5:00 pm: Questions & Answers, Instructions for signing up for future drop-in sessions and contacts. This is a great opportunity for students interested in applying to graduate school in Physics to learn more about the application process. Students should apply at the link to
-
Sometimes the most random moments leave lasting impressions. Alex Reed’s first experience at PLU happened when she was a high school sophomore, when her school band came to the university to attend a music clinic. “This trip definitely put PLU on my radar as I…
connections with contacts outside of PLU. Secondly, being able to have personal connections with my professors has been the mentorship I needed to help me flourish. Leaving PLU, I have at least five references, most of which are professors, that I know will vouch for me moving forward, which is a pretty great feeling! Overall, I feel confident that my education at PLU has prepared me for my future.Tell us more about your experience with MediaLab and your roles. This spring is my third semester in MediaLab
Do you have any feedback for us? If so, feel free to use our Feedback Form.