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Symposium a SuccessHundreds of people gathered for the powerful Pathways to Peace symposium Jan. 12-14, 2005. Sponsored by the Wang Center for International Programs, the symposium explored issues critical to world peace, democracy and development. Thought-provoking and inspiring speakers encouraged the audience to find a way to work for a more just world. Dignitaries from here and abroad spoke about issues ranging from the recent Asian tsunami, to HIV/AIDS in developing countries, to ethnic
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Makaela Whalen ’23 adds a pre-law minor to full schedule as she prepares for law school Posted by: Silong Chhun / June 6, 2022 Image: (From left to right) Honorable Philip K. Sorensen, Connor Lemma ’22, Makaela Whalen ’23, Calissa Hagen ’24, Honorable Clarence Henderson, Jr. (photo courtesy of Judge Sorensen) June 6, 2022 By Veronica CrakerMarketing & CommunicationsMakaela Whalen ’23 has a passion for the environment and animals. Her desire to find a meaningful vocation that feeds those
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University Web Policy The PLU web site contains information for and about the PLU community and is a major means of communication, publication and collaboration in support of the mission of the University. The University maintains the right to temporarily disable access to any Web page under review for possible policy violations as well as web pages containing inaccurate information reflecting upon the integrity of the University. Any member of the PLU community posting information on the web
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first time I entered an archive was when I was an undergrad, and it was specifically so I could ask the archivist what an archive even was,” Loftis said. “In what I now refer to as a happy accident, I somehow left that meeting with a job.” And that is when her love for the library and archives blossomed. She scanned hundreds of documents and digitized government documents, pamphlets, scrapbooks, photographs and more. But as tedious as the work seemed, it was important. She was responsible for
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April 29, 2011 ‘Be the Spark’ ignites, unites PLU community By Barbara Clements In a decades-old video shown in the UC this week, Archbishop Desmond Tutu – the keynote speaker at the May 13 “Be the Spark” event – listened carefully as speaker after speaker came before him, telling of beatings and murders that marked apartheid in South Africa. MaryAnn Anderson, chair of the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation board, says “We are now calling Parkland ‘Sparkland.'” Beside her at the podium is
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makes our story especially important is that we were the first university in Maryland to welcome students of all races and backgrounds,” Hrabowski says of UMBC. “We are a place for all students to participate equally in higher education, preparing them for meaningful lives and careers that work to solve the most pressing problems facing humanity.” He touts the university’s unique story of learning how to help all students — including those who are underrepresented in higher education — be the best
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Biology Department Learning Outcomes Students will demonstrate an understanding of the following key biological concepts. Diversity of life evolved from a common ancestor over time by processes of mutation, selection, and genetic change. Structure and function are related at all levels of organization. The growth and behavior of organisms are regulated through the expression of genetic information in context. Biological systems are governed by the laws of thermodynamics and chemical
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CommitteesEvery month the council meets to offer updates regarding committees on which PLUSC members serve. If you have questions or concerns related to any of the issues addressed in the meeting minutes or otherwise, please feel free to contact your PLUSC representative.Benefits Benefits Committee members meet to review and make changes to faculty and staff benefits’ packages. Committee Chair: Gretchen Howell, w/Aileen Ochinang PLUSC Representatives: Budget Advisory The Budget Advisory
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Technology where you will have an opportunity to work on technology that touch various platforms in commercial, defensive, space and global services! Materials & Manufacturing Technology (MMT) has earned a reputation within Boeing as a go-to organization for fast development of innovative materials and processes. Over the last 5 years our teammates submitted 160 Invention Disclosures and were award 119 patents – We welcome and foster new ideas – bring us yours! Position Responsibilities: Collects
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October 20, 2008 Looking for that first job? Try the career fair. PLU’s annual career fairs will be filling up every inch of the UC beginning Oct. 28, and it’s a place where both employers and students can check each other out, and possibly help you find that all-important first job after graduation. Adam Geisler, a junior and history major, said that while he might not find his dream job in the many booths, he still likes attending and checking out which employers show up.“As a student you
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