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Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the Lutheran World Federation, PLU is connected to an international consortium of institutes, schools, colleges, universities, seminaries, and study centers in which education for leadership, service, and care for others and the earth shapes a common life and mission. Lutheran Studies at PLU welcomes students, faculty, staff, and alumni into this global network, into the significant dialogue between cultures as we engage the pressing economic, political, and

chance to explain the whole story,” Larsen said. “You have to give enough of the story and then the punchline in that time frame.” Larsen admits he can grow weary of meetings where constituents recite specific language given to them by advocacy groups. “You don’t need to use the talking points given to you by an association,” he said. “You’re actually living this, so share what it means to you. It’s much more memorable.” Active listening is at the core of Larsen’s political ethic and personality, but

Lute earns spot in prestigious public policy program at Carnegie Mellon, along with full-ride scholarship TACOMA, WASH. (May 15, 2018) — Riley Dolan ’19 never intended to go into political science in college. That changed after coming to Pacific Lutheran University. His time volunteering for LuteVote through ASPLU, the university’s student government body, and Bernie Sanders’ 2016 presidential campaign inspired… May 15, 2018 Equity, Faith, JusticeResearch & AcademicsStudent Life, Resources

Kaden Bolton ’24 explored civics and public policy on campus and studying away in Oxford For the graduating class of 2024, freshman year was online and confined. So by the time fall came around for sophomore year, they embraced in-person classes, study groups, lunches, dinners, and more. That’s true at least for political science major Kaden Bolton ’24, who graduated… June 12, 2024 Research & Academics

Quan Huynh ’25 Discusses her Internship at the Washington State Senate Pacific Lutheran University Pre-Law Club President Quan Huynh ’25 unexpectedly stepped into the world of state government, with a bold new perspective. A self-described political newcomer, Huynh proudly represents PLU in Olympia as an intern at the Washington State Senate. As a member of Sen.… February 24, 2023 Alumni, Internships, Career

emphasize political process and global social change in the development of the American welfare state and the profession of social work. Students reflect critically up on the development of social and political policies historically. Students also develop legislative policy practice and advocacy skills and examine the impact of policy implementation, administration, and governmental structure on services to vulnerable populations. Critical thinking is used to analyze contemporary policy in income

, number of fatalities, etc., by country and region: https://covid19.who.int And, if you don’t mind his language/humor or his political critique, Dr. Shah recommends John Oliver’s segment on the WHO, which does a good job of explaining its funding, the purpose of US contributions, etc. https://youtu.be/7g0Jh4h5E1ENovember 4 It’s Like Herding Chickens:  Social Psychology and the Understanding of Non-compliance with Pandemic Health-Directives Dr. Michelle Ceynar, Professor of Psychology Dr. Corey Cook

families are affected by social forces such as the economy, race and ethnicity, gender, and social politics. Prerequisite: SOCI 101 or consent of instructor. (4) SOCI 332 : Race and Racism - A A critical examination of race and racism in the United States. The course will explore the social construction of race and how racism shapes social institutions, such as the economy, education, and criminal justice. Prerequisite: SOCI 101 or consent of instructor. (4) SOCI 336 : Deviance A general introduction