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swimming. When I learned I could achieve my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and swim at a collegiate level by attending PLU, it solidified my decision to swim as a college student.Why did you choose nursing at PLU? I chose nursing at PLU because I was conditionally accepted. This seemed like a great opportunity to ensure I could complete my degree in four years. I also loved the atmosphere of a smaller school and I knew I could get a more holistic education here compared to other schools. How are you

​​Mathematics major Lindsey Clark ’24 is a Noyce scholar and future teacher Posted by: mhines / April 24, 2024 Image: Lindsey Clark, a double major in Math and Gender Sexuality and Race Studies, plans to becoming a high school math teacher after her Masters of Arts in Education program at PLU. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) April 24, 2024 By Mark StorerPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Lindsey Clark ’24 came to PLU knowing it was where she wanted to be. But Clark—a double major in mathematics

, assistant professor of anthropology and director of the new program. “But also I think social justice issues, diversity and sustainability are a big part of the Peace Corps.” The decision to bring the program to campus was easy. After mapping out the Peace Corps certificate requirements, Tamara Williams and Joel Zylstra — directors of the Wang Center for Global and Community Engaged Education and the Center for Community Engagement and Service, respectively — found that some students were already

higher education for a lot of reasons,” Kop said. “They need a lot of support and mentors to get to higher levels of education and professional communities. In STEM fields, we are truly underrepresented.” Kop was motivated by Professor Chavez, who told him that his example could inspire others. “I’ve seen that in my own family,” he said. “I’m doing things that my uncle, for example, has always dreamed about. I’ve realized that maybe a lot of people can be influenced by what I’ve done, and mentoring

Student-athlete finds a community more than 2,600 miles from home Posted by: vcraker / November 14, 2022 November 14, 2022 Rylie Wada ’25, a nursing major from Honolulu, Hawaii, shares her experience finding community on the mainland. The softball player says she’s fortunate to have found a home at PLU in the classroom and field. Why did you choose to attend PLU? I really wanted to play softball, and the Division III aspect of it would allow me to focus on school in my education, which is

Music Ron Gerhardstein to participate in the New Year Concert. Gerhardstein embarked on his travel as both teacher and student. When Gerhardstein traveled to Japan this J-term, his goals were to observe, ask questions, listen and learn. The purpose: to study the cultural and musical exchange between Graham Kapowsin and the Tamana Band and the impact of it. The Tamana band holds a gold medal in marching and concert band performance in a culture where band performance is a big deal. Music education in

really fulfilled something that I felt I was missing,” Kop said. “I could have minored in math or any science, but I also felt that I had an obligation to learn more about myself and other people.” Kop will graduate this May, at 19 years old, with a bachelor of science in physics and a minor in Latino studies. He’s planning to attend graduate school in astrophysics, and is aware of the rarefied air in which he is working. “Latinos have been historically underrepresented in higher education for a lot

funding, the Women’s Center has been able to provide prevention education and training for Campus Safety and other student leaders, in addition to further development of programs like Sexual Assault Peer Education Team, or SAPET, and other support services. Looking forward, Hughes hopes to expand current programs. “We hope to provide more opportunities for students to gain experience and develop skills,” she said. These opportunities, Hughes said, will hopefully include new volunteer, professional and

information about their aid and helps them make an informed decision about college affordability.” With PPY, families can apply for FAFSA when they apply for schools; they’ll receive their financial aid offers earlier; and the offers will be more accurate allow families to plan better in case there’s new information or chances in the family situation. Soltis worked with NASFAA and the U.S. Department of Education on the PPY project and is currently helping to prepare colleges for the change. After the

a global community who are engaging in a conversation and a dialogue about how we can better serve our fellow humans.” Gould and Matthews will be performing excerpts of their award-winning work from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Anderson University Center’s Chris Knutzen Hall, and will open a dialogue with students to talk about their experiences, both positive and negative, working for their grassroots organization that provides free education, housing, mentoring, and basic needs to a small group of