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  • cognitive, social, or financial benefits that come from learning to program? If so, how should communities teach these skills to their citizens? History professor Michael Halvorson invites the PLU community to a webinar related to his newest book, Code Nation. The project explores the fascinating history of learning to program in America, including early research on software development in government labs, popular movements that emphasized programming, and the early history of technology companies such

  • a Master of Public Administration from The Evergreen State College and previously served as the director of marketing and communications for The Grand Cinema and Tacoma Film Festival, as a political campaign manager and consultant, as an aide in the Washington State Senate and as a freelance writer. Previous Post Emerging Leader in Education Next Post National High School Hall of Fame More Story Emerging Leader in Education Forrest Griek '00, '02 is the principal of Tacoma’s Browns Point

  • knowledge in practical ways. The breadth of study allows students to integrate their knowledge from various sub-disciplines and understand different methodological approaches. At the same time, the curriculum provides room for students to pursue their special interests in depth. Therefore, biology graduates are prepared for a wide range of opportunities after graduation. The upper-division courses are grouped by major conceptual ideas as such ideas are applied at the different levels of biological

  • economics. By comparing theologies, methods, and sources, we observe how experience forms new foundations for conceptions of God, salvation, human nature, evil, and social change. (4) RELI 390 : Topics in Comparative Religions - RL, IT, GE Special topics course. Historical study of specific non-Christian religions such as the traditions of India and China, Judaism, and Islam. RELI 393 is for alternative perspective general education element. May be repeated for credit with different topic (up to 8

  • still remember it like it was yesterday. In my second year as a PLU student, I got to be a New Student Orientation Guide. By that time, I had so much passion for PLU, and it was amazing to share that with new students and be part of their PLU journey. It is one of my fondest memories from my time here. Why did you choose a reading endorsement for your degree? Everyone who studies education at PLU chooses an endorsement, either special education or reading.  Growing up, I was a bookworm. I would

  • PLU Represented at Jazz Education Network Conference The Jazz Education Network Conference hosts thousands or people from around the globe every year, connecting jazz beginners, professionals, scholars and educators, and industry experts. In 2022, following safety guidelines, the conference was held in Dallas, Texas in early January. Dr. Cassio Vianna was invited… January 18, 2022 FacultyUniversity Jazz Ensemble

  • to seek out some of the cool extras on their own.” Tina has started using video projects to allow students to research and present on special topics of interest in her course. What is one instructional strategy or student project that is particularly effective, innovative, or engaging?“I almost always assign a special project that allows the students to take what they have been learning in class and apply it by exploring a current topic that interests them personally. It is easy to think of

  • empower themselves and others to challenge prejudice, violence, and other forms of dehumanization. The conference highlights interdisciplinary approaches to Holocaust and Genocide Studies with strong attention to arts, humanities, social sciences, and professional studies (including education).October (October) Education: The Jolita Hylland Benson Education LectureSeeks to encourage the thoughtful exploration of education in its various capacities and different ways education can and should be

  • PLU Conference Staff will work with you every step of the way to ensure your conference is a success. To reach this office, call 253-535-7450. Can PLU accommodate large group functions?PLU has venues that can accommodate up to 3,500 participants. Does PLU have smaller meeting rooms?PLU often hosts small meetings and off‐site corporate retreats. We have several smaller conference and meeting rooms available for this purpose. How far in advance can I book?In general, you may book an event as early

  • the summer and early fall, PLU Music faculty connected with peers and respected artists to arrange these unique connections. Our students had a whopping 63 opportunities this semester to listen to and collaborate with world class musicians and teachers. In this post we summarize just a few of the experiences for students involved in Wind and Brass, Trumpet Studio, Voice/Opera, Jazz Ensemble, and Music Education. As it looks like online learning will continue into Spring 2021, faculty are