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Collective Impact: George Zeno talks Parkland, equity and community partnerships https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2021/11/01/collective-impact/

initiatives to support and empower low-income, first-generation, undocumented, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQIA and veteran students. For Zeno, the sector may be higher education development, but the mission is equitably and justly transforming systems with care to meet the needs of everyone involved. You have a long track record of building large-scale coalitions, initiatives and public-private partnerships at public research universities. What did you find intriguing about a small Lutheran university in

Videos https://www.plu.edu/holocaustconference/videos/

2023 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education Day 1Wednesday, October 25th2023 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education Day 2Thursday, October 26th2023 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education Day 3Friday, October 27th

Pat Wilson https://www.plu.edu/advancement/pat-wilson/

A Shared Passion for Education Compels Non-Alum to Give Pat Wilson, a faithful donor to Pacific Lutheran University, wishes to support the hopes and dreams of students through her contributions to Pacific Lutheran University. Although Pat did not attend PLU, she established a connection to the university thanks to a former board of regents member and friend, Gary Baughn, and other friends she met at her former church. These friends first introduced Pat to PLU about 20 years ago, which was

Computer Science in Liberal Arts https://www.plu.edu/computer-science/computer-science-in-liberal-arts/

The Role of Computer Science in Liberal Arts Education & SocietyComputer Science integrates three fundamental processes: theory (from mathematics), abstraction (based on the scientific method), and design (from engineering) [1]. The problem solving perspectives emphasized in CS provide important mental models for addressing problems in many disciplines. This is sometimes called “algorithmic thinking” or “computational thinking.” As described by Walker et. al., “methodologies within computer

Welcome and Lunch & Learn: Dr. Yusef Salaam https://www.plu.edu/continuing-education/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/dr-yusef-salaam/

PLU CONTINUING EDUCATIONANTI-RACIST LEADERSHIP EDUCATION PRESENTS Dr. Yusef Salaam, a member of the “Exonerated Five” formerly known as the infamous “Central Park Five,” is visiting Tacoma on December 14-15, 2023. Day 1 features a community welcome reception sponsored by community partners and hosted at The Evergreen State College-Tacoma Campus. Dr. Salaam, a symbol of resilience, will share inspirational insights on pivotal topics, including Prison Reform, Black Male Achievement, Juvenile

Part VII. – FACULTY STANDING COMMITTEES https://www.plu.edu/faculty-handbook/section-ii-aspects-of-faculty-organization/part-vii-faculty-standing-committees/

Faculty Standing Committees (defined in Bylaws, Article IV, Section 4, subsection A, 1) are as follows: Academic Performance and Integrity; Core Curriculum; Educational Policies; Faculty Affairs; Global Education; Governance; Rank and Tenure. The Faculty Executive Committee is described in the Bylaws, Article IV, Section 3. The membership, advisory membership, general purpose, and specific duties of each committee are described below.Section 1. ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND INTEGRITY COMMITTEE

2014 Conference Schedule https://www.plu.edu/holocaustconference-2016/about/conference-archives/2014-holocaust-conference/2014-conference-schedule/

Schedule for the 2014 Powell-Heller Conference in Holocaust EducationThe Powell-Heller Conference is provided free of charge; meals are not included. Continuing education credit for teachers are considered add-ons and available for a minimal fee. Continuing education credits or semester credit options are available at a nominal cost. Registration begins in January and will remain open until the day of the conference. The Powell-Heller Conference is provided through funding from the Kurt Mayer

2014 Conference Schedule https://www.plu.edu/holocaustconference-distortion-and-denial/about/conference-archives/2014-holocaust-conference/2014-conference-schedule/

Schedule for the 2014 Powell-Heller Conference in Holocaust EducationThe Powell-Heller Conference is provided free of charge; meals are not included. Continuing education credit for teachers are considered add-ons and available for a minimal fee. Continuing education credits or semester credit options are available at a nominal cost. Registration begins in January and will remain open until the day of the conference. The Powell-Heller Conference is provided through funding from the Kurt Mayer

2014 Conference Schedule https://www.plu.edu/holocaustconference-first-do-no-harm/about/conference-archives/2014-holocaust-conference/2014-conference-schedule/

Schedule for the 2014 Powell-Heller Conference in Holocaust EducationThe Powell-Heller Conference is provided free of charge; meals are not included. Continuing education credit for teachers are considered add-ons and available for a minimal fee. Continuing education credits or semester credit options are available at a nominal cost. Registration begins in January and will remain open until the day of the conference. The Powell-Heller Conference is provided through funding from the Kurt Mayer

2014 Conference Schedule https://www.plu.edu/holocaustconference-jewish-life-in-poland/about/conference-archives/2014-holocaust-conference/2014-conference-schedule/

Schedule for the 2014 Powell-Heller Conference in Holocaust EducationThe Powell-Heller Conference is provided free of charge; meals are not included. Continuing education credit for teachers are considered add-ons and available for a minimal fee. Continuing education credits or semester credit options are available at a nominal cost. Registration begins in January and will remain open until the day of the conference. The Powell-Heller Conference is provided through funding from the Kurt Mayer