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2014-15 Bjug Harstad Memorial LectureWhy Norwegian Women Can Have It AllCathrine Sandnes Monday, November 17, 2014 7:00-8:00 pm Scandinavian Cultural Center Pacific Lutheran University The Scandinavian Area Studies program is pleased to invite Norwegian journalist and editor Cathrine Sandnes as our 2014-15 Harstad Memorial lecturer. Sandnes is an influential voice in current social debate on gender equality, contemporary literature and sport in Norway. In her lecture, Sandnes will explore the

Scholars to deepen their understanding and application of peacebuilding. The scholars travel to Norway, known as a hub for humanitarian and peace organizations. During their time abroad, they participate in an intensive, weeklong workshop at the Nansen Center for Peace and Dialogue in Lillehammer. Then, they attend the Oslo International Summer School for a six-week peace studies course. They also visit a number of Norwegian peace organizations, including the Nobel Peace Prize Institute. They engage

organization, says her alma mater’s cultural connection is grounded in history; the university was founded by Norwegian immigrant the Rev. Bjug Harstad. Beyond that, she stressed, is the institution’s mission, which focuses heavily on sustainability, care, equity and social justice — all core values in Norwegian society. “That’s all been a part of PLU,” she said. Greater Tacoma Peace Prize laureates 2005-present #tl8 .timeline_line, #content #tl8 .timeline_line{ width: 1100px; } #tl8 .t_line_view, #content

Paul O. Ingram Lecture announced The Paul O. Ingram Lecture is scheduled for February 20, 2018 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm in the Scandinavian Cultural Center at Pacific Lutheran University. Guest lecturer Dr. Michelle M. Jacob will present Indigenous Environmentalism as Spiritual Responsibility . Dr. Jacob is a Professor of… January 19, 2018 HumanitiesIngram LectureLectures and Events

Achievement AwardsArtistic Achievement Awardshttps://www.plu.edu/professional-studies/arts-scholarships/Rieke Leadership AwardEligibility: Students with a 3.00+ GPA and demonstrated leadership or active involvement in a multi-ethnic context. Requires full-time enrollment (12-17 credits per semester). Amount: Up to $2,000 per year, awarded for fall and spring semesters only. Comments or Conditions: Requires application; deadline March 22. Applications available through the Center for Diversity, Justice

mental illnesses.  Students represent their diverse communities and interns will work with individuals across sexual orientation, gender, age, SES, cultural, and other spectra. The Counseling Center provides brief therapy (an Initial Treatment Planning Session and up to 8 sessions).  Interns are given the option of providing long-term clinical care for up to two (2) students.SupervisionSupervision:  Interns meet 1.5-hours a week with a primary supervisor, a half-hour a week with a secondary