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  • PLU Course Numbers by Level 100-299 Lower-Division Courses: Open to first-year students and sophomores unless otherwise restricted.

    – Thesis (1 to 4 semester hours): To permit graduate students to demonstrate their ability to do independent research. The title will be listed on the student term-based record as Thesis: followed by the specific title designated by the student. Internships 495 – Internship (1 to 12 semester hours): to permit undergraduate students to relate theory and practice in a work situation. The title will be listed on the student term-based record as Intern: followed by the specific title designated by the

  • Assessment is effective when it recognizes and accounts for the complexity of the teaching and learning process. Learning is multidimensional, and assessment should be as well.

    Undergraduate Programs and Professor of Education Brenda Llewellyn Ihssen, PhD, Associate Professor of Early and Medieval Christian History Source: Trudy W. Banta et. al., Assessment in Practice: Putting Principles to Work on College Campuses (San Francisco, Jossey-Bass: 2016): 1-68. Questions or comments? Please contact the Office of the Provost (253)535-7126 or provost@plu.edu Return to Assessment at PLU

  • The mission of the PLU Chemistry Department is to provide high quality educational programs for all students who study chemistry at PLU.

    “This summer has been such a great experience in research,” said Fisher. “In our lab, I got to practice a lot of different chemistry and biology-based methods to understand marine microbes on a molecular level.” Unlocking the Magic of Colloidal Nanocrystals Research students examine how liquids and tiny particles affect nanocrystal growth, mastering the art of precise material-making. From Oxford to Oaxaca, Jackie Lindstrom '23 uses math to understand migration. Jackie worked with Oxfam and a

    Department of Chemistry
    Rieke Science Center Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Research in Interdisciplinary STEM Education (RISE)  is a 9-week residential summer research experience for undergraduate students in chemistry, education, life sciences, mathematics, or physics.  Participants will join interdisciplinary teams mentored by faculty to investigate STEM learning across formal and informal environments with a focus on understanding issues related…

    yet meet the prerequisites for general chemistry.   The course abandons the traditional chapter ordering of topics in general chemistry to develop students’ understanding of four principle concept areas:  1) Quantitative Relationships, 2) Atomic and Molecular Structure, 3) Energy and Energy Changes, and 4)  Chemical Reactivity. Through a “flipped classroom” approach, students read, watch videos, and work through practice problems before each class meeting to prepare them for higher-order problem

  • All students who live off campus are members of the Lutes Commute Community. Learning Communities are for all PLU students.

    campus traditions, practice critical reflection and perspective taking. Upcoming CAVE Events view images descriptions print Select which month(s) you would like to print: Close Print view all events

    Commuter & Transfer Student Connections
    Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Associate Professor of Education | School of Education | suttonps@plu.edu | 253-535-7285 | Paul Sutton teaches sociocultural foundations of education, secondary humanities methods, and secondary literacy courses as well as various seminar courses in the undergrad and graduate-level teacher education programs.

    teaches sociocultural foundations of education, secondary humanities methods, and secondary literacy courses as well as various seminar courses in the undergrad and graduate-level teacher education programs. He is also the co-chair of the university Common Reading Program and is an active parent and community volunteer in his local school district where he sits on several committees to inform district policy and practice. He maintains an active and diverse publication and scholarship record covering

  • Following their participation in an Inclusive Pedagogy Seminar, faculty will be eligible to be part of an Inclusive Curriculum Workshop.

    -funded project developed by Dr. Catherine Orr at Beloit College, and the resources from this project are used with permission. These efforts are part of an initiative to institutionalize on-going faculty development opportunities, create a rich and sustainable community of practice, and design activities that better reflect evidence-based practices and are more easily assessable. Inclusive Curriculum Workshop Alumni2022 Cohort Adela Ramos, Department of English, and Environmental Studies Program

  • Director, First Year Experience Program | First Year Experience Program | suttonps@plu.edu | 253-535-7285 | Paul Sutton teaches sociocultural foundations of education, secondary humanities methods, and secondary literacy courses as well as various seminar courses in the undergrad and graduate-level teacher education programs.

    teaches sociocultural foundations of education, secondary humanities methods, and secondary literacy courses as well as various seminar courses in the undergrad and graduate-level teacher education programs. He is also the co-chair of the university Common Reading Program and is an active parent and community volunteer in his local school district where he sits on several committees to inform district policy and practice. He maintains an active and diverse publication and scholarship record covering

  • All PLU departmental purchases must be coordinated through User Support Services. We will work with numerous vendors to find the best price/

    business.SustainabilityIt is our practice to purchase only computers and printers that are Energy Star compliant and/or have EPEAT certification.  Each of the choices below are rated Energy Star Gold.  More information on EPEAT can be found here.ErgonomicsWe recommend that faculty and staff visit the PLU’s ergonomics website for tips on assessing your work environment for potential issues that should be addressed.   Please contact PLU’s Environmental Health and Safety department at ehs@plu.edu if you have additional

  • Director, First Year Experience Program | Interdisciplinary Programs | suttonps@plu.edu | 253-535-7285 | Paul Sutton teaches sociocultural foundations of education, secondary humanities methods, and secondary literacy courses as well as various seminar courses in the undergrad and graduate-level teacher education programs.

    Biography Paul Sutton teaches sociocultural foundations of education, secondary humanities methods, and secondary literacy courses as well as various seminar courses in the undergrad and graduate-level teacher education programs. He is also the co-chair of the university Common Reading Program and is an active parent and community volunteer in his local school district where he sits on several committees to inform district policy and practice. He maintains an active and diverse publication and