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  • Our mission is not only to provide a vibrant orchestral experience for our own students, but also to provide robust and valuable educational programs for the region that we serve.

    PLU Orchestra Outreach ProgramsDesigned for School Orchestras and Student MusiciansOur mission is not only to provide a vibrant orchestral experience for our own students, but also to provide robust and valuable educational programs for the region that we serve. Among the factors that make PLU’s outreach programs special: Our long history as a leader in music education in the Northwest Our excellent venues for learning through music making Our experienced and caring faculty Whether you want to

  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    Special Education Major Gavin Knapp ’23 Discovers the Beauty of Returning to His Childhood School District Gavin Knapp ’23 reflects on Fife Public Schools with a new lens, now student teaching with one of his former educators. Gavin Knapp discovered his vocation for special education in an unusual way – volunteering with unified sports in high school. Although his former high… April 13, 2023 AcademicsCommunityEducationReformer

  • Associate Professor of Education | International Honors | byrnesrs@plu.edu | 253-535-7286 | Ron was a high school social studies teacher in Los Angeles and Ethiopia before completing his Ph.D.

    Ron Byrnes Associate Professor of Education Phone: 253-535-7286 Email: byrnesrs@plu.edu Office Location:Hauge Administration Building Professional Biography Education Ph.D., University of Denver, 1993 M.Ed., University of California, Los Angeles, 1985 B.A., University of California, Los Angeles, 1984 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise High School Education Reform Cultural Globalization Social Studies Curriculum Development Biography Ron was a high school social studies teacher in Los Angeles and

  • Preparing for law school can be a complex process without the right help.  The resources within these pages can help you prepare for law school, no matter what your year, and set yourself up to have

    these classes you take, the better your critical reading and writing skills will be, and the better you will do in law school. Law schools are also looking for applicants with a diverse base of knowledge across disciplines.  The liberal arts education provided by PLU is specifically designed to give students this diverse background through the general education requirements.  However, potential applicants should further diversity their curriculum by taking courses in the hard sciences, humanities

  • “Doesn’t the world need good schools and educated persons?” With this simple question, Martin Luther urged the leaders of his nation to establish public schools for children and reshape the

    Core Elements in Lutheran Higher Education“Doesn’t the world need good schools and educated persons?” With this simple question, Martin Luther urged the leaders of his nation to establish public schools for children and reshape the curriculum of universities. From that ordinary yet revolutionary question, the reform of education for the sake of service sparked the establishment of Lutheran colleges and universities throughout the world. Within the lively intellectual tradition of Lutheran

  • A graduate degree can help optimize your career opportunities and achieve future success. PLU Office of Graduate Admission and Alumni & Student Connections are pleased to present Graduate

    from PLU alumni industry professionals to gain first hand insight into the health services field. Additionally, hear how their graduate education played a role in their career development. There will also be a time at the end to network with the panelists and other attendees. Practical Workshops - How to Start?Learn about tools and strategies for applying to graduate school and how to improve your resume, personal statements, and recommendations. Speakers include members from PLU’s Alumni & Student

  • PLU provides diverse opportunities to develop the skills to navigate the challenges of an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

    GLOBAL EDUCATION AT PLU Study Away Watch full video PLU is a national leader in global education, with a vision for “educating for a just, healthy, sustainable, and peaceful world at home and abroad.”PLU provides diverse opportunities to develop the skills to navigate the challenges of an increasingly complex and interconnected world. We know these will help you find success in your career and realize your full potential to live, learn, serve and lead as a global citizen. Study away isn’t the

  • It’s not just that the world has changed. It is changing. Every day. And the people who best understand how it’s changing – and the complex reasons why – will be the ones who find success.

    A World Of UnderstandingIt’s not just that the world has changed. It is changing. Every day. And the people who best understand how it’s changing – and the complex reasons why – will be the ones who find success. That’s why PLU weaves global education through almost every aspect of your study, no matter what your major. At PLU, we think it is essential that students have an educational perspective that extends beyond campus – to the far corners of the world. We know that it will help you find

  • The STEM Education minor will provide focused study for students who are interested in both Education and the STEM fields.

    STEM Education MinorThe STEM Education minor will provide focused study for students who are interested in both Education and the STEM fields. The program is well suited for any student interested in exploring the vocation of teaching or who enjoys science outreach and science communication. This minor includes courses in Education and Natural Sciences and includes service learning.Why STEM Education?There is a need for excellent teachers with strong content knowledge in STEM who are able to

    STEM Education Program
    Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447