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We believe that social impact starts when we listen to the needs of a community, share and collaborate with others, and then show that we care by taking action with systemic social innovation. Have you been counted?PLU has been involved with social impact work for generations. But like most colleges and universities, our institution doesn’t have up-to-the-minute data about which projects are currently active and what their outcomes are. Believing that meaningful social impact work begins with
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The use of social media and other electronic communication has become commonplace in our everyday lives. Every day new outlets, platforms, and applications are created and individuals are increasingly participating in blogs, social networking sites, video sites, online chat rooms, and forums in both a personal and professional manner. “The very nature of this medium, however, can pose a risk as it offers instantaneous posting opportunities that allow little time for reflective thought and
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September 3, 2014 The Intersection of Diversity, Justice and Sustainability Dr. Carolyn Finney addresses PLU’s University Conference 2014 on Sept. 3. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) At PLU’s University Conference 2014, UC-Berkeley Professor Shares Trailblazers’ Forgotten Stories—and Her Own Inspiring Path By Sandy Deneau Dunham PLU Marketing & Communications Dr. Carolyn Finney borrowed the title of her Sept. 3 talk—Hard Times Require Furious Dancing—from writer Alice Walker. But Finney’s speech
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The Intersection of Diversity, Justice and Sustainability Posted by: Thomas Krise / September 5, 2014 September 5, 2014 PLU recently had the honor of hosting Dr. Carolyn Finney, Assistant Professor of Environmental Science, Policy and Management at the University of California-Berkeley and author of Black Faces, White Spaces, at our annual University Conference to kick off the new academic year. She reminded us that we are inescapably interwoven with each other and with the Earth. What we do
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The Gender, Sexuality, and Race Studies (GSRS) program at PLU provides students with an innovative curriculum that examines how gender, sexuality and race are embedded in complex dynamics of power
prepare them to pursue social justice and work in diverse communities. GSRS graduates will be able to solve problems in diverse environments, work effectively across difference, and lead from an equity mindset, some of the most important skills and abilities desired by employers.Please join GSRS, Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy next Tuesday 10/17/23 to recognize Mental Health Awareness Week and LGBTQIA+ History Month with the following events
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Intersections: Lutheran Social Teaching and Economic Life Posted by: abryant / March 27, 2020 March 27, 2020 Cover art by Sheila Mesick Intersections, Number 51, Spring 2020Intersections is a publication by and largely for the academic communities of the twenty-seven institutions that comprise the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU). Each issue reflects on the intersection of faith, learning, and teaching within Lutheran higher education. It is published by the NECU, and has its
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Contact Us To learn more about social impact projects at PLU, contact the following team members. Innovation Studies Student Ambassadors for Social Impact (2022): Heven Ambachew (Computer science, Innovation studies) Mary Campbell (History, Business, Innovation studies) Felix Halvorson (English writing, Communication, German, Music) Social Impact Group / Community Engagement Dr. Mike Halvorson (Innovation Studies) George Zeno (PLU Advancement) Dr. Mark Mulder (School of Business) Shelly Cano
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TACOMA, WASH. (Oct. 20, 2015)- Thomas Kim ‘15 is passionate about “Justice.” So passionate, in fact, that he likes to really emphasize the word by treating it as a proper noun. His passion doesn’t include just capitalizing Js, however: he’s walking his talk (and type)…
Thomas Kim ’15 Meets Justice Sandra Day O’Connor at Law School Posted by: Zach Powers / October 20, 2015 October 20, 2015 By Matthew Salzano '18PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Oct. 20, 2015)- Thomas Kim ‘15 is passionate about “Justice.” So passionate, in fact, that he likes to really emphasize the word by treating it as a proper noun.His passion doesn’t include just capitalizing Js, however: he’s walking his talk (and type) by hitting the books hard at Arizona State University’s
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Term study away course to learn about and compare local and international health models. Licensure Preparation. This program meets the nine competencies articulated by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Students will be prepared to become a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Program Highlights: Advocacy and Social Justice. The program prepares skilled, ethical, professional service-oriented leaders and change agents who work toward just, equitable, and empowerment-based service
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