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  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    5 Things You Should Know About Living On-Campus at PLU Our new Lutes are officially moved in and ready to start their college journey. To kick things off, here are 5 cool facts about living on campus. 1. Find Your Community At PLU, every residential student is part of a Learning Community (LC), which means… September 19, 2024 Life on CampusParentsStudent Life

  • We’re proud to offer on-campus housing to more than 1,300 students each year, with nearly 85% of our first-year students choosing to live in the residence halls! If you’re wondering, “Do I have to live on campus?” while attending PLU, our answer is “Technically, no.”…

    their parents should keep in mind that the home address MUST be located within 25 miles of PLU. Some students joining us from local communities like Lakewood, Spanaway, and University Place may wonder what the benefits are of living on campus rather than with their families! We get it – that is an amazing question to consider before deciding to complete the residency. PLU provides quality on-campus living and learning environments that encourage and enhance engagement in, and enjoyment of, your

  • Supporting the greatest need is critical for ensuring that resources are directed to where they are most urgently helpful.

    Imagine what you love most about PLU – your gift can support it! Whether advancing student scholarships, enhancing academic colleges, or fortifying athletic programs, you have options to ensure your investment makes the significant difference you intend. Gifts to the PLU Fund are the most adaptable way to support students. Your investment will reach students through avenues such as scholarships, exceptional faculty, updated learning and living spaces, mental health support, and community

  • Pacific Lutheran University leaders recently announced two new natural sciences programs. Officially launching in fall 2022, students will be able to pursue a major in applied mathematics and/or a minor in engineering and industry. The applied mathematics major builds upon the existing mathematics courses, incorporates…

    internship/industry experience and/or courses in business, economics, history and ethics.  “Project-based learning is a different kind of learning than in-class learning and adds a different kind of value to a student’s degree,” said Bogomil Gerganov, associate professor of physics. “Internships and apprenticeships are extremely valuable training for future engineers, and students with such experience are more attractive job and graduate school candidates.” To fulfill the engineering internship/industry

  • Promote Justice for the Earth & for People.  Become an Advocate for Positive Social Change. The Environmental & Social Justice (ESJ) community seeks to create a safe, supportive, and diverse

    with the Center for Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability.Great For Students Who ... are interested in gaining an increased understanding of their values through reflection on want to learn more about the intersectional concepts of environmental and social justice are interested in learning how to create positive change in their communities and at PLU Program + Learning OutcomesBy participating in the ESJ Wings, students will: be involved in discussions, programs, and leadership development around

  • Roles/Responsibilities The Assessment Steering Committee was appointed by the Provost to commence in Fall 2018.

    Assessment Committee, 2019-2021 Roles/Responsibilities The Assessment Steering Committee was appointed by the Provost to commence in Fall 2018. In Spring 2019, the members recommended a duration of two years (2019-2021) through which they could meet their proposed goals. Through a process of soliciting interested faculty, the Provost appointed this committee as well as a group of consultants to assist with the review of learning outcomes, curriculum maps, and assessment plans/results. The broad

  • Through years of dedication and service, this alumnus has achieved professional or vocational distinction.

     has embodied the PLU mission through service, leadership and care— for other people, for their communities and for the Earth. 2017 Michael Graven ’81 2018 Tisha Graham ’09 2019 Samuel Torvend ’73The Brian C. Olson Student Leadership AwardPresented to a student who has demonstrated commitment to the university and the alumni association. By recognizing the importance of connecting students and alumni, this student has shown a potential for lifelong service to the university.2001-2010 2001 Linda

  • PLU’s Theatre & Dance Department prides itself on our dynamic and challenging curriculum supported by a season of up to 10 productions each year.

    shop, on stage and backstage, and within the PLU community. Faculty are mentors, leaders, and champions of their students. Click on a faculty member’s photo to learn more about them! VIEW ALL PERFORMANCE GALLERY × × × × × × × × × × × Interested in learning more about our programs? Click one of the buttons below to request more information about Theatre or Dance. Request Theatre Info Request Dance InfoMake a DonationHelp keep our program strong by contributing to the College of Professional

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    Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Supporting the greatest need is critical for ensuring that resources are directed to where they are most urgently helpful.

    Areas of Support Imagine what you love most about PLU – your gift can support it! Whether advancing student scholarships, enhancing academic colleges, or fortifying athletic programs, you have options to ensure your investment makes the significant difference you intend. Gifts to the PLU Fund are the most adaptable way to support students. Your investment will reach students through avenues such as scholarships, exceptional faculty, updated learning and living spaces, mental health support, and

  • I never thought I’d start a Unicycle club (and people would actually come) By Steve Hansen In the summers, Tyson Bendzak’s dad used to ask kids who came home from college if they brought their unicycles to campus with them. He’d taught a majority of…

    Unique and Nifty Interest in Cautiously Yet Courageously Learning an Exquisitely Radical Skill). So Tyson brought his unicycle from his hometown of Cordova, Alaska. And he started riding around campus. First, it was to and from church. Then, more places. Soon, it was hard to see Tyson on campus when he’s not on his unicycle – he even wore his tire out. And he thought to himself, “why can’t I teach others to ride, as well?” So he started a club. The L.U.N.I.C.Y.C.L.E.R.S. (Lutes with a Unique and