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Coordinators Elsa Kienberger received an MSt in English (1830-1914) at the University of Oxford in 2020 and a BA in English Literature and Theater (Acting/Directing) from Pacific Lutheran University in 2019. Always an avid fan of Austen film adaptations, she was forced to reconsider her favorites when she read Austen’s novels and found them much wittier. Since audiences often encounter Austen through the ubiquitous media presence her legacy has gained, Elsa is interested in the twenty-first

¡Bienvenidos! | Welcome! Study Tour to Pueblos Mancomunados del Norte. September 15-17 2017. Development | Culture | Social Change Designed for advanced Spanish language students with an interest in Latin American Studies, this unique semester program explores the intersection of development, culture, and social change through the lens of the dynamic and evolving context of contemporary Mexico. Located in the southwestern Mexican state of Oaxaca – declared “Humanity’s Cultural Patrimony” by the

Mother of Exiles The 45th Annual Walter C. Schnackenberg Memorial LectureMother of Exiles - Refugees in American Myth and HistoryEmma Lazarus called America the “mother of exiles” in her poem, “The New Colossus,” which graces the Statue of Liberty.   This lecture examines the enduring idea of America as a land of hope and refuge for the persecuted and oppressed.  It goes beyond the familiar narrative of the Puritan settlers to think about how the idea of asylum has historically justified and

DJS FellowsDJS Fellowships provide an opportunity for students of any discipline to participate in furthering diversity, justice, and sustainability efforts on the PLU campus. DJS Fellows will actively engage in research about existing practices and uses of resources on the PLU campus and examine best practice and research to assist with improving our campus’ commitment to diversity, justice, and sustainability. They also will investigate and propose strategies and solutions to address

SpeakersDouglas E. OakmanDavid Deacon-JoynerKim BondMeghan GouldTheo HofrennigEmily F. DavidsonKevin J. O’BrienSamuel TorvendAngie HambrickJoanna Royce-DavisLaree WinerJohn Arthur NunesDouglas E. OakmanDouglas E. Oakman is Professor of Religion and the former Dean of Humanities at PLU. He is an internationally recognized expert in the economic and political context of the ancient Mediterranean world in which Jesus lived and the early Christian movement emerged. Among his many works are The

PLU Students:As you begin this school year, we want you to know the supportive and caring community of alumni, donors and employees are here for you. Each year, thousands of Lutes give of their time, talent and treasure because they want to help you succeed. This support includes scholarships, internships, mentorships and more. To connect with your Lute community visit Alumni and Student Connections. When classes and life get challenging, read the encouraging words from Lute donors and

Information for the 2025 Guitar Festival is still being updated. Check back soon for more details! PLU Guitar Festival March 1, 2025Mary Baker Russell Music Center | Elizabeth C.D. Brown & Stephen Howland, DirectorsThe festival will feature hands on Classical and Jazz guitar workshops, lectures and concerts with PLU guitar faculty members Elizabeth C.D. Brown and Dr. Stephen Howland alongside guests (TBA).  Festival participants will have the opportunity to rehearse and perform in the Festival