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Kelly Valentin Grant Project Coordinator Full Profile 253-535-7265 valentkc@plu.edu

Social Work https://www.plu.edu/academic-programs/program/social-work/

Studies Global Studies Peace Corps Prep Political Science Psychology Sociology plusocw I chose to study social work at PLU after much thought about how I could best serve my community. I did not initially know social work would be where I ended up, but my choice with the program has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have endured. The program is so welcoming and meets every student where they are at. — Maddie L., ‘21 Did you know? 100% of social work majors get hands-on learning experience

Alumni Recognition https://www.plu.edu/alumni-student-connections/get-involved/alumni-recognition/

. He is a tenured Professor of Psychiatry, Neurology, and Neurological Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center while also serving as Vice Chair and Chief of the Division of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry, and is the Senior Neuropsychologist in the Peter O’Donnell Brain Institute at UT Southwester. He is board-certified in clinical neuropsychology and has 180 peer-reviewed publications, co-authored 35 book chapters, two books, and has developed several

Colleen Hacker’s Story https://www.plu.edu/archives/digital-exhibits-and-resources/a-queer-history/colleen-hackers-story/

. I’m super proud. The broader sports world would have to agree, and Colleen has consistently been lauded for her expertise in the field of sports psychology. She has been on the coaching staff for the Olympic games five times over, and worked with the US National Women’s Soccer team, in addition to other national teams. At PLU, she was also instrumental in the founding of the women’s studies department, and continued to advocate for gender parity in academics and athletics. But PLU in the 1980s

Innovation Studies https://www.plu.edu/catalog-2023-2024/undergraduate-program/program-curriculum-information/innovation-studies/

: U.S. Capitalism: From Railroads to Netflix (4) HIST 248: Innovation, Ethics, and Society (4) HIST 346: History of Innovation and Technology (4) PHIL 225: Business Ethics (4) POLS 345: Government and Public Policy (4) PSYC 148: Minds, Brains, and Computer: Introduction to Cognitive Science (4) PSYC 448: Cognitive Psychology (4) Innovation Seminar 4 semester hours INOV 350: Innovation Seminar (4) Innovation Studies (INOV) - Undergraduate Courses INOV 350 : Innovation Seminar Hands-on seminar for

Resources https://www.plu.edu/counseling/resources/

Mind Body Medical Institute – Massachusetts General Hospital Need to relax? Take a break to meditate (video) Positive Psychology Center Transition to College Set to Go: Transition of Care Guide – transitioning mental health / medical support from high school to college Parent / Caregiver resources – support for parents/caregivers as their student transitions to college Other Miscellaneous Resources American Psychological Association (find a psychologist) Counseling Center Village (virtual

PLU adds Innovation Studies minor, helps students transition from college to career https://www.plu.edu/innovation-studies/news/plu-adds-innovation-studies-minor-helps-students-transition-from-college-to-career/

innovation, we put them to work in these specific environments.” For Sarah Cornell-Maier ‘19, a psychology major who’s considering opening her own practice after she’s done with school, Innovation Studies was a natural fit. “I’ve always been a very creative-minded person,” she said. “I think this gives me a very practical addition to my degree … no matter what I choose to do with my career, this is something that can help me.” The minor slipped seamlessly into her graduation path while also checking off

College-level Credit Policies https://www.plu.edu/mba/apply/advanced-credit-policies/

& Magnetism4PHYS 100TR4Gen Ed (Natural World) Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism5PHYS 1544Gen Ed (Natural World) Physics C: Mechanics4PHYS 100TR4Gen Ed (Natural World) Physics C: Mechanics5PHYS 1534Gen Ed (Natural World) Psychology4 or 5PSYC 1014Gen Ed (Examining Self & Society) Research4 or 5GENR 100TR4Elective Seminar4 or 5GENR 100TR4Elective Statistics4 or 5STAT 2314Gen Ed (Quantitative Reasoning) [May not be used to fulfill the statistics requirement for degrees in psychology, sociology, social work or

College-level Credit Policies https://www.plu.edu/msw/apply/advanced-credit-policies/

& Magnetism4PHYS 100TR4Gen Ed (Natural World) Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism5PHYS 1544Gen Ed (Natural World) Physics C: Mechanics4PHYS 100TR4Gen Ed (Natural World) Physics C: Mechanics5PHYS 1534Gen Ed (Natural World) Psychology4 or 5PSYC 1014Gen Ed (Examining Self & Society) Research4 or 5GENR 100TR4Elective Seminar4 or 5GENR 100TR4Elective Statistics4 or 5STAT 2314Gen Ed (Quantitative Reasoning) [May not be used to fulfill the statistics requirement for degrees in psychology, sociology, social work or

Law school-bound Jasneet Sandu ’23 is passionate about global studies, anthropology, computer scienc https://www.plu.edu/natural-sciences/news/law-school-bound-jasneet-sandu-23-is-passionate-about-global-studies-anthropology-computer-science-and-religion/

immigration law, domestic violence and other issues. The Sikh community is very family-oriented, she says. So, while she applied to out-of-state law schools, she plans to stay close to home. “My family has allowed me to be where I am today.” Read Previous Opening Doors: PLU Partnership with PNWU creates new opportunities for PLU pre-health sciences graduates Read Next Communications and psychology double major Alex Reed ’23 explored film and storytelling at PLU LATEST POSTS Three students share how