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September 1, 2011 Book project gives voice to the past The memories of 60 years of the School of Nursing are being brought together for a book, being released this fall. The book examines the history of the school, the people who make up its pulse and personal perspectives from alumni. In it, the journey of a growing institution is captured and the memories of the people who are called to lives of care and service are recalled. The School of Nursing has alumni that serve in all corners of the

strives to close student achievement gaps in Washington state. “I help other teachers develop qualities that I developed,” Jones said. After observing a teacher making a difference in that Philadelphia school – without the benefit of books, computers, or copy machines – Jones realized the power of education. “I believe education can change lives,” Jones said. Jones subsequently enrolled at PLU, where she received her teaching credential in 2001. With the memory of that Philadelphia school still vivid

Max Bartholomew made it to the semi-finals in the junior division. “Finals were the last thing on my mind at the beginning, but somehow Sam and I were able to make it into semis,” Bartholomew said. Competing in their first competition together, Ballard and Gerlach proved a dynamic duo: They made it to the final round. Debate duo Max Bartholomew and Sam Altenberger pose with their semi-finalist plaque. (Photo: Tori Vigil, PLU) Patricia Im prepares for a round of debate. (Photo: Tori Vigil, PLU

Global health leader and human rights advocate to visit PLU and discuss the impact of COVID-19 on LGBTIQ+ communities globally Posted by: bennetrr / February 4, 2021 February 4, 2021 By Rosemary Bennett '21PLU Marketing and CommunicationsPacific Lutheran University’s biennial Ambassador Chris Stevens Celebration of Service will be held virtually at 7 p.m. on March 9. Amie Bishop, a global health leader and human rights advocate will deliver the keynote lecture titled “Vulnerabilities Amplified

Willamette, Lewis & Clark, Whitman, the University of Puget Sound and the University of Washington. Austin Ballard, a junior, was awarded third top speaker. First-year debater Noah Gerlach took seventh in the junior division. First-year debater Sam Altenberger and sophomore Max Bartholomew made it to the semi-finals in the junior division. Debate duo Max Bartholomew and Sam Altenberger pose with their semi-finalist plaque. (Photo: Tori Vigil, PLU) “Finals were the last thing on my mind at the beginning

average tournament I play three to four games a day, run something like 5 miles a game, jump, dive, block and throw my body around. According to Ultimate Impact, a nonprofit for the sport, “Ultimate combines the nonstop movement, field spacing, sprinting, and athletic endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football — all in a non-contact format.” I play on a college team, but there are middle school, high school, club and professional teams across the country. And yet, sometimes

Artistic Achievement Award in more than one area. Can I submit more than one application? Yes, you may apply for more than one Artistic Achievement Award, which are offered in Dance, Music, and Theatre in addition to Art & Design. However, your applications will need to be entirely separate and you will need to prepare all of the necessary application materials for all areas. On the other hand, if you have multiple interests among our Art & Design programs (Ceramics, Graphic Design, Painting

to create a new product or service under conditions of extreme uncertainty.”  (Eric Ries) Dr. Brown then used this definition to lay out three points that help identify whether or not something is entrepreneurial and innovative. “First, the business has to be new; second, it has to be creative; and third, there needs to be uncertainty surrounding the product or idea.” Brown continued: “It’s easy to follow a business model that has already been established, change nothing, and become successful

to Air on PBS Affiliates in Seattle-Tacoma and OregonThanks to a partnership between PLU and Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB), the PLU 125 Anniversary Gala Christmas Concert will be broadcast on PBS affiliates in Oregon and Seattle-Tacoma. Christmas Concert in Seattle“A Christmas Invitation” was performed at Seattle’s Benaroya Hall, home of the Seattle Symphony, on Monday, Dec. 7, 2015.125th Anniversary Gala ConcertHeadlined by New York-based Metropolitan Opera soprano and PLU alumna Angela Meade

Reflections on a Day With PLU’s Rwandan Guests Posted by: Sandy Dunham / September 24, 2015 Image: Teresa Hackler ’16 takes a selfie with 16-year-old iDebate Rwanda member Maya Musenga. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) September 24, 2015 By Teresa Hackler '16Special to PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 24, 2015)—On Sept. 21, I had the immense privilege of meeting and getting to know members of the iDebate Rwanda team. Although it is always an honor to spend time with international