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meadows, braving ice fields, and finally experiencing a climactic summit.” The piece was commissioned by Dr. Jeremy Marks at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and was funded by consortium members of the Carolina Trombone Ensemble Project. The IWBC was founded in 1992 as an organization dedicated to provide opportunities and recognition for women brass musicians. IWBC supports musicians through competitions, commissioning new music for brass, hosting conferences, and publishing a newsletter

gave me courage to act,” Wallace says. “For the first time I realized acting was something I could get into and take seriously.” He started out in middle-school plays, won statewide awards in high school and continued to act throughout college.   Donald Glover/Childish Gambino is a motivating influence — a director, musician and actor who “does it all,” Wallace says. He notes that as a young black man, the first black president, Barack Obama, inspired him as well.  “He held one of the most

Kinesiology is to provide quality academic professional preparation for undergraduate students in areas related to the study of human movement, especially as it supports the pursuit of lifelong physical activity and well being (i.e. health & fitness education, health & fitness education with certification, exercise science, pre-physical therapy and health & fitness promotion). We strive to prepare future leaders who will positively impact the health behaviors of individuals and of society through the

!” Joanna Gregson, professor of sociology, says she told her husband just that throughout her January Term course “Policing in American Society.” It was one of many intensive monthlong courses offered to Lutes during J-Term, during which students meet four to five days a week for about three hours at a time. Gregson’s special topics class pulled from the expertise of Campus Safety Director Greg Premo, as well as six guest lecturers who work in law enforcement. Special topics classes, which are taught

that this place will become a new community; one that challenges you, yes, but also supports you and helps you grow in ways that you can only imagine now.  You’ll become part of a community that includes nearly 50,000 alumni scattered over 64 countries around the world.  You’ll also form community with your professors and advisers.  You’ll have the opportunity to work in close collaboration with faculty members…some of you may even have the opportunity to do published research and creative projects

reason I made a team was because it was super easy and supports a good cause,” Goulson said. “It’s an excuse to spend time with your friends, stay up all night, see some great events and raise money for a great cause.” There will be performers, movies and activities throughout the night. The event is open to all and starts at 6 p.m. Friday. Read Previous Gregoire: We have met the enemy, and he is us Read Next Take Back the Night COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear

Jordan Levy: Anthropology and a Just Society Posted by: Zach Powers / November 15, 2019 Image: Professor Jordan Levy in front of the Federal Courthouse in Downtown Tacoma. (Photo: John Froschauer/PLU) November 15, 2019 By Lora ShinnGuest Writer for Marketing & CommunicationsWhen Jordan Levy first visited Honduras in high school, he had no idea that someday he’d be serving as an expert witness on Honduras in the U.S. court system.He first visited the Central American nation to perform volunteer

an endowment from Generations for Peace, a nonprofit dedicated to peacebuilding at the grassroots level. Students who pursue majors or minors in a social science discipline or global studies — or those who are International Honors students — are eligible. The program provides funding for overseas internships or service projects, as well as domestic programs with an international focus. The work must directly contribute to international peacebuilding. Opportunities range from humanitarian aid to

March 21, 2011 PLU for Japan A student-led effort to raise funds for victims of the earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan began last week on campus. In four days, as of Friday, more than $3,000 was raised. Donations will continue to be received on Campus by the Old Main Market in the UC through Wednesday, March 23. Proceeds will go to the American Red Cross for relief efforts in Japan. Find out more about by going to the Pray for Japan event Facebook page. Online donations can also be made

October 28, 2011 A passion for learning is explored By Chris Albert The route to being an educator may vary, but a key ingredient is being passionate about being a life-long learner. It’s a sentiment the panel of current educators and PLU alumni shared with students during the Career Connections in Education discussion in October. A panel of PLU alumni share their experiences with current students about life as educators. “You have to have that whole idea that you’re going to be a life-long