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School of Distinction from Washington State. Christine also led Meeker Middle School in becoming one of Tacoma Public Schools innovative schools focused on STEM education. Christine in partnership with Peace Community Center built an afterschool learning center which supports students staying after school until 5 PM. The students are exposed to enrichment activities such as robotics and gardening as well as academic tutoring and support.   Christine received her bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga

my interests in Indigenous literature. When I first came to PLU 3 years ago, I had no idea what I was doing; I didn’t even know if I wanted to stay for more than a year. But with the love, passion and mentorship I received both from the English department and the NAIS community, I found myself pushing harder for the things I wished for myself and for my community. That got me to where I am today and keeps me facing forward. — Mathilde M. ‘20, Individualized major in Holocaust, Genocide

knowledge is guarded and handed down unchanged to new generations, the Lutheran reform of education promoted what is cherished at PLU: a community of scholars and students in which the advancement of knowledge, for the good of all, takes place through critical questioning, experimentation, performance and community engagement. That just might be something worth celebrating.

lives you’re able to compartmentalize how you fit into all [video: Dr. Luther’s voice comes in over more clips. A couple speaks to an advisor. A historical building in downtown Tacoma. A shot of a Courthouse in Tacoma.] Dr. Luther: part of this new criminal justice program will be a required internship so that not only are we educating our students but instead our students are getting educated by community agencies [video: Return to Dr. Luther in her office.] Dr. Luther: and that they’re able to

, and community-engaged learning. The psychology department also has many partnerships with organizations in the area, so our grads have scored internships and jobs in fields like EMT, nursing, social work, psychology, HR, teaching, sales, government, and policymaking. A degree in psychology can empower you to help others more effectively, and it serves as a foundation for graduate level studies in law, medicine, and other kinds of social sciences. (buzzing) Meet the Professors More Stories Visit

that the caller desires them to (Abiodun 18). “By reason of their profession and position in the traditional community” the Yoruba saw artists as “especially vulnerable…to malevolent forces” when their full names are called (Abiodun 19). Artists’ full names are not only associated with their personalities and their success, but also with their artistic and personal àṣà. For this reason, the artist’s full name may not have been shared with a scholar. In some cases, such as this figure, the artist’s

anything in between. Are you interested in planned giving, IRA charitable rollover, endowed giving or matching gifts?Connect with one of our Advancement Officers, who are prepared to help you explore opportunities for tax-smart gifts and other ways to meet your charitable goals. Interested in giving to a specific campaign–like the Rieke Science Center renovations or community partnerships?To get in touch, reach out to Katie Hoover, Associate Vice President for Constituent Engagement, at 253-535-7182 or

more about consultative engagement, a process used in sales, nonprofits, and even diplomacy. It’s up to us to learn more about those with whom we work, to understand their needs and desires, and ultimately to co-design outcomes that benefit the organization and the client (or the community). The faculty mentor for this program is David Sherve, a CEO of a local company, and who has decades of experience. Resumes in Spring 2024!  Course description and prerequisites can be found in the class

to understand that when looking to enhance the quality of life for fish habitats that take place within the watershed. Furthermore, bringing awareness on the health of the watershed it becomes essential to create free gatherings, such as zoom meetings for people from the community to become more educated on what will make the watershed healthier and things to avoid doing when visiting this ecosystem. Since we are unable to come in-person, there would need to be different ways of educating the

About the Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust EducationThe Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education annually provides educators, students, and community members a way to use the lessons of the Holocaust to empower themselves and others to challenge prejudices, violence, and other forms of dehumanization. Each conference offers opportunities to learn from major scholars whose research focuses on the Holocaust. Conference sessions also highlight interdisciplinary approaches to