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  • Reed Ojala-Barbour ’11 works at removing a stump as part of a habitat restoration project at Pacific Lutheran University. Restoring native species By Kari Plog ’11 Last year, senior Reed Ojala-Barbour was looking for a summer job and turned his love for environmental studies into…

    capacity to manage it.” This realization inspired the Environmental Studies major to take the responsibility of land stewardship into his own hands, using his knowledge of habitats and invasive species to develop a plan to manage the natural habitat in PLU’s backyard. This venture has gone from a summer project to a permanent position in facilities that fosters volunteer opportunities for students and the greater community. “This is a local issue and it’s possible to make an impact through action

  • At PLU, a student interested in a career in forensic science can complete the educational training required by pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Chemistry or another science degree (like a Biology BS degree) in combination with a Chemistry minor, as long as…

    career opportunities with their degree.   Guest bloggers: Dr. Andrea Munro, Chair of Chemistry, Associate Professor of Chemistry & Dr. Ann Auman, Dean of Natural Sciences, Professor of BiologyChemistry at PLUInterested in learning more about PLU’s Chemistry major? Get hands-on experience on state-of-the-art scientific instruments, have opportunities to participate in research projects and work toward American Chemical Society certification. Learn more… Read Previous “We are uncatchable” | PLU Women’s

  • Program:  The Ole Miss Chemistry Department seeks applicants for an NSF-funded summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program in 2020. Students who have completed their freshman year of college and who will not have graduated as of Fall 2020 can participate fully in “Ole Miss…

    students. Key Dates and Deadlines:  02/20/2020: applications due 05/28/2020: experience begins 08/6/2020: experience ends For more information see the flyer or learn more about research projects and how to apply at:   http://reu.chem.olemiss.edu or contact program director Dr. Nathan I. Hammer at nhammer@olemiss.edu. The Ole Miss PCHEM Summer Research Program REU is supported by The National Science Foundation (CHE-1156713, CHE-1460568, CHE-1757888). Read Previous DOE/ACS – Nuclear and Radiochemistry

  • An exciting new MS program has started at the University of Oregon in Electrochemical Technology: https://electrochemistry.uoregon.edu/masters-internship-program/ Electrochemistry underlies critical clean-energy devices including batteries, fuel cells, super capacitors, and electrolyzers that generate green hydrogen fuel. It is used to prevent corrosion, deposit nanoscale interconnects in computer…

    applied laboratory projects, Python programming/data-analytics, and professional development in interview skills, leadership, and project management). The degree is completed by a 9-month paid internship in industry or a national laboratory, typically leading to permanent employment. They have clean-tech companies interested in taking interns across the country. They can waive the application fee with a short pre-application.  Don’t hesitate to email Shannon directly at swb@uoregon.edu if you are

  • 2021 Ole Miss Chemistry Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program:  The Ole Miss Chemistry Department seeks applicants for an NSF-funded summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program in 2021. Students who have completed their freshman year of college and who will not have graduated…

    minorities, women, and first-generation college students. Key Dates and Deadlines:  03/01/2021: Applications Due 03/22/2021: Notice of Invitation to Participate 06/02/2021: Experience Begins For more information, including a printable flyer, research projects and how to apply, see http://reu.chem.olemiss.edu or contact program director Dr. Nathan I. Hammer at nhammer@olemiss.edu. The Ole Miss PCHEM Summer Research Program REU is supported by The National Science Foundation (CHE-1156713, CHE-1460568, CHE

  • The Center for the Integration of Modern Optoelectronic Materials on Demand (IMOD) focuses on optoelectronic and quantum research primarily in the areas of chemistry, physics, and engineering. Our goal is to transform quantum optoelectronics by developing atomically-precise semiconductor materials and additive manufacturing processes. Students who…

    . Often these advance rely on the synthesis of highly precise materials and the integration of different materials into functional optoelectronic devices and systems. IMOD is developing new classes of optoelectronic materials, devices, and systems with research projects in a broad range of disciplines that REU students can choose from, including the areas of chemistry, physics, materials science & engineering, and electrical & computer engineering. Applications for this opportunity will open on

  • The Department of Art & Design is proud to announce the creation of the Design Research Lab in Ingram Hall. A student-led project supported by faculty member Samer Fouad, Visiting Assistant Professor of Design, the space includes a design library, work tables, a printer, and…

    . It is connected by an interior door to room 116, the main graphic design classroom which provides extra space as needed for class projects and student collaboration. With wall-to-wall windows, exposed brick, and a cheery blue paint, students are sure to be inspired by the space they’ve created. Fouad offers, “We invite all students, no matter their major, to come and visit the space and talk with our students about how design can enrich and enhance their own work and practice.” Scroll on for a

  • By Michael Halvorson, Director of Innovation Studies. For December graduation, the Innovation Studies program is excited to profile one of our program graduates. Kaleb Cenci has completed his minor in Innovation Studies and plans to put the curriculum to work this year in the growing…

    . Kaleb graduates with a degree in Business Administration and has it on his list to pursue an MBA eventually. But he took time to reflect on his PLU experience. “My preparation at PLU taught me to think critically in everything I do,” writes Kaleb. “The Innovative Studies Minor strongly reinforced these concepts and taught me to effectively use these skills when problem-solving with teams. I had many opportunities to apply the minor’s content during hands-on projects with different organizations

  • The Division of Biostatistics at the University of Minnesota will be hosting a 10-week Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), called Equitable Data Science in Adolescent Development . This 10-week REU is a paid, full-time position designed to give undergraduate students hands-on training and research…

    statistical models that balance accuracy with equity? Applications are due January 31, 2025. More details can be found here: https://www.sph.umn.edu/research/projects/equitable-data-science/#program-details Read Previous Renewable Energy Scholarship Read Next Summer Research – Army HBCU-MI SPARK LATEST POSTS Dept of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship October 30, 2024 Allen Institute Summer Internship Program October 29, 2024 Sports Analytics Data Challenge October 29, 2024 Mathematics of

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Feb. 20, 2018)- The last time Pacific Lutheran University welcomed a new president, Kerstin “Kris” Ringdahl was one of the first people to meet him on Day One. “I was there at 9 o’clock in the morning and talked to him about PLU’s…

    limit her morning commute to her car — which dons a license plate outlined with a “Swedish-American” decal — alongside Bella, her canine co-captain. THE START OF A STORIED CAREER Ringdahl has a special reputation on campus, as the woman who has seen the university grow and change through the years. Her presence on campus began after her husband at the time was transferred to Joint Base Lewis-McChord. She answered an ad in The News Tribune in Tacoma, calling for a library assistant who could “project