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Kenzie Knapp ’23 discusses summer environmental work, role with ASPLU, and public transit advocacy Posted by: Silong Chhun / August 30, 2021 Image: Kenzie Knapp ’23, incoming ASPLU Environmental Justice Director at the Pierce County Transit center near PLU campus. (Photo/John Froschauer) August 30, 2021 By Veronica CrakerMarketing and CommunicationsIn the spring of 2021, Kenzie Knapp ’23 was awarded a Udall Foundation scholarship. The Udall Foundation awards scholarships, fellowships, and
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Wild Hope Center and Campus Ministry partner to offer alternatives to culture of busyness Posted by: Silong Chhun / March 14, 2022 Image: Reverend Jen Rude, PLU pastor (left) and Laree Winer, associate director for the center for vocation (right) // photo by John Froschauer March 14, 2022 By Isabella Daltoso ’23PLU Marketing and CommunicationsCampus Ministry and the Wild Hope Center for Vocation have recently joined forces to develop new opportunities for Pacific Lutheran University students
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Uncomfortable Truths: Introduction to Holocaust and Genocide Studies class examines the past to change the future Posted by: Zach Powers / January 17, 2023 Image: Holocaust survivor Peter Metzelaar speaks with PLU students in a course titled “Introduction to Holocaust & Genocide Studies.” (Photo courtesy of Professor Lisa Marcus) January 17, 2023 By Anneli HaralsonMarketing & Communications Guest Writer“There is nothing comfortable about studying genocide,” Beth Griech-Polelle, a Pacific
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PLU senior Allison Sheflo discusses her triple major in geosciences, environmental studies and religion Posted by: Zach Powers / April 24, 2023 April 24, 2023 By Lisa PattersonPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Senior Allison Sheflo will graduate this spring with a triple major in geosciences, environmental studies and religion and a minor in mathematics. She forged her own trail at PLU, welcoming the adventures that piqued her curiosity and let that lead her way. “It’s definitely not
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to implement research into your future career, if possible? Yes, of course, in a Ph.D. program, I’ll have to do research. After that, who can say? In my future career, I hope to research and develop new syntheses and novel drugs based on natural products that can be used for treating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. A key part of my future career will be doing research and developing new syntheses. What made you pursue the IHON-Oxford Program? I really wanted
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PLU recognized for commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for first-generation college students Selected by Center for First-generation Student Success as newest Member of the First Scholars Network Posted by: Zach Powers / July 3, 2023 July 3, 2023 The Center for First-generation Student Success, an initiative of NASPA and The Suder Foundation, recently announced Pacific Lutheran University as one of 76 new members of the First Scholars Network for 2023-24. To be selected
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Lydia Flaspohler ’25 and Ryan Fisher ’24 dive into the secrets of marine microorganisms Posted by: mhines / September 28, 2023 Image: Student researchers spent the summer analyzing marine microorganisms and samples collected in the Puget Sound with assistant professor of chemistry Angie Boysen. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) September 28, 2023 By MacKenzie HinesPLU Marketing and Communications Have you ever wondered how the ocean’s tiniest inhabitants play a significant role in shaping our world? Marine
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Isaiah Banken ’21 earns Torrison Scholarship because of his dedication to medicine and faith Posted by: Ava Edmonds / January 3, 2024 Image: Banken posing in front of the UW School of Medicine Sign. All photos in this article are provided by Banken. January 3, 2024 Isaiah Banken ’21 knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine. Banken, with a B.S. in biology and a minor in mathematics from PLU, explored various medical opportunities near his hometown of Wenatchee, WA, including working at a
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PLU, MultiCare and WSU’s College of Medicine roll out exciting new health care partnership Posted by: Zach Powers / February 7, 2024 February 7, 2024 More than 140 health care providers, educators, and community leaders gathered earlier today at Pacific Lutheran University for the announcement of the Partnership for Health Innovation. The exciting new partnership unites PLU, MultiCare, and Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine around two common goals: preparing
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Heven Ambachew ’24 combines her passions and experiences to design major in innovation studies Posted by: Jeffrey Roberts / June 4, 2024 Image: PLU’s first Innovation Studies major Heven Ambachew poses for her Senior Spotlight portrait, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at PLU. (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) June 4, 2024 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer Like many students, Heven Ambachew ’24 wasn’t yet sure of her major when embarking on her PLU journey. Four years later, thanks to PLU’s
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