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Our partners in clinical rotationsAll PLU pre-licensure and advanced-practice nursing programs are clinically-intensive, to provide the high level of direct patient contact time necessary for superior clinical preparation.  PLU arranges all student clinical rotations and preceptorships.  The PLU School of Nursing contracts with over 100 local hospitals and agencies, thus providing its students a broad exposure to the many nursing care settings that employ graduate-prepared nurses, including

It Pays to Sharpen Your Interview SkillsProfessional school mock interviews are offered by the Pre-Health Sciences Advising team. You are welcome to take advantage of this tool as you begin the interviewing process. We offer these interviews only to students for whom a letter has already been prepared and mailed (therefore, the results of the interview cannot affect the quality of the advisors’ letter), and who have received notice of an upcoming interview at a professional school. Please

It Pays to Sharpen Your Interview SkillsProfessional school mock interviews are offered by the Pre-Health Sciences Advising team. You are welcome to take advantage of this tool as you begin the interviewing process. We offer these interviews only to students for whom a letter has already been prepared and mailed (therefore, the results of the interview cannot affect the quality of the advisors’ letter), and who have received notice of an upcoming interview at a professional school. Please

About the Scandinavian Cultural CenterWhat is the SCC?Located at 12180 South Park Avenue in Tacoma, the Scandinavian Cultural Center is a 6,700 square foot facility housed on the first floor of the University Center at Pacific Lutheran University. Completed in May 1989, the Center features a great hall, three exhibit galleries, and a demonstration kitchen. A 25-foot-high, custom-carved Viking ship prow serves as a dramatic visual statement, welcoming guests to the Center. The Cultural Center

Information on depressionSigns and Symptoms Feelings of sadness or unhappiness Loss of interest in activities or social gatherings Trouble concentrating, indecisiveness Feelings of guilt or anger over past failures Fatigue, loss in energy, sleeplessness Anger or frustration for no distinct reason Change in appetite or weight Slowed thinking or speech Thoughts of dying, death and suicide Prevention Take steps to control stress Reach out to family and friends Get treatment at the earliest sign of

Reporting Animal ConcernsThe humane care and use of animals is of critical importance to Pacific Lutheran University. The law requires that all persons involved with the care and use of animals in research or teaching know how to report any deficiencies in animal care and treatment. Individuals who have specific concerns about the treatment of animals should report their observations to the Provost or the Chair of the University Animal Care and Use Committee for investigation. When reporting

The Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing Student Handbook is the official document and contains current policies governing students in the School of Nursing. This publication also contains information that can serve as a reference for all students and provide new students with a better understanding of the School of Nursing. The handbook is designed to aid students with information to enhance academic, professional and personal growth. The handbook is revised periodically to keep

Study Abroad Religion students at PLU have the opportunity to explore the history and diversity of religion abroad. Greece RELI 213: Religions of the Ancient Mediterranean, GreeceExplore the rich history of ancient Mediterranean religious life in Greece. Dr. Antonios Finitsis will be directing this course in Summer 2021 and J-term 2023. Honolulu, Hawaii RELI 132: Religions of East Asia in Honolulu, HawaiiExplore the religious diversity of Asia in one city. This course is on indefinite hiatus