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my field, and when I saw that this one combined environmental studies and journalism, it seemed like a perfect fit for the path I wanted to pursue. The goal laid out to us during interviews was that we would be formulating an anthology of Southern Iceland, and each intern would research and write a chapter to contribute – my topic was environmental conservation, but there were other interns studying anything from geology to health care and culture. Walk us through your internship experience from

incoming school year. Why did you pursue the Udall Scholarship? The Udall Scholarship was very intersectional in the way that I like because there were three categories you could apply for which are Indigenous policy, Indigenous public health and the environment, so I hoped to expand my knowledge on and share how these intersect. I was really excited to apply for the environment category. Dr. Nancy Simpson-Younger was an exceptional part of the process and one of the best mentors I could ask for. She

. Discussion by faculty will follow. March 8: The first lecture will be by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, the father of the micro-credit movement, and it will be streamed live at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 8  in room 133 of the Anderson University Center. Faculty-led discussion will be led by professors Priscilla St. Clair (economics), and Mark Mulder and Fern Zabriskie (business). March 9: On Saturday, a talk by Dr. Paul Farmer, one of the world’s leading thinkers on health and human rights, will be live

Ministry on the side to go out and offer health care and sandwiches to people” in select neighborhoods. The organization, she says, at times also offered HIV testing. LVC’s volunteer programs provide lodging, transportation support, and stipends for food and other necessities to their volunteers, who are stationed throughout the country, usually in major cities, and housed with four to eight other LVC volunteers. These house-groups are then put in contact with other ancillary non-profits or aid

key not only to a successful career, but also to a fulfilling life. “You should be very aware of the risks and go into those risks with eyes wide open,” he said. “Have a philosophy of who you are and what you’re comfortable with.” Effective leadership doesn’t stop at risk assessment, though. “If you’re going to be an effective leader, you need to have balance in your life,” Dahl said. “If you’re going to help other people, you need to be on firm ground.” He said a firm foundation of health, job

Juggling His Way to a Career in Global Health COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Three students share how scholarships support them in their pursuit to make the world better than how they found it June 24, 2024 Kaden Bolton ’24 explored civics and public policy on campus and studying away in Oxford June 12, 2024 PLU welcomes new Chief Operating Officer and VP

exciting.” PCAT hopes to begin construction in spring 2017 for an opening July 1, 2018. *PLU textbooks are for sale online and a pop-up shop called Lute Locker is now open on the first floor of the Anderson University Center. Lute Locker carries Lute gear, supplies and a selection of PLU-themed gifts. Read Previous White House competition honors PLU health care efforts Read Next PLU alumna serves as interim director of Tacoma’s Rainbow Center COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments

the notices are posted. Lots available for staff and faculty on Wednesday: Nesvig, AUC, Library, Health Center, East and West Hauge, Northwest and Wheeler. Lots available for students on Wednesday: Tingelstad fenced, Nesvig, Harstad, Library, Yakima and Wheeler. The restriction on Freshman Resident parking is lifted for Tuesday and Wednesday; Freshman Resident decals will be treated like other student decals. "We lost one of our best. … I pray for the gracious blessings of strength and peace for

exciting to hear from families who are looking forward to being more active in their neighborhoods and the health benefits the trail could bring. PLU: How does this project help fuel your passion for public outreach and community involvement? Linde: It’s exciting that the world of engagement and communications is evolving and dynamic. I have so much to continue to learn in my racial equity journey as well, and I’m glad my company is supporting me in that and pushing us to grow together toward being an

sometimes change. When graduation comes I may be inclined to work for a year or two before going back to school. Thanks to this internship, I’m flirting with the idea of working as a U.S. Fish and Wildlife member during that time. Read Previous Nursing major sees value in studying and investing in health services Read Next Speedcubing builds problem-solving skills and social connections in schools COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker