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  • PLU’s College of Natural Sciences is excited for Bryn Nelson to deliver “From Revolting to Revolutionary: How Poop Has Transformed Science and Reshaped the World,” the 2024 Rachel Carson Science, Technology and Society Lecture, on February 21 at 7:00 P.M. in the Anderson University Center…

    : How Poop Has Transformed Science and Reshaped the World,” the 2024 Rachel Carson Science, Technology and Society Lecture, on February 21 at 7:00 P.M. in the Anderson University Center at PLU. Drawing on his background as a former microbiologist with expertise in bacterial biochemistry from the University of Washington, Nelson seamlessly integrates insights from biology, biomedicine, ecology, green technology, and unconventional travel destinations. The Seattle-based freelance writer and editor is

  • News articles and blog posts from Pacific Lutheran University.

    Despite pandemic challenges, transfer student finds community at PLU Monya-Dawn Wilson ’22 is a DJS Fellow and Rieke Scholar who came to PLU as a transfer student. Wilson is a Biology major, and dreams of becoming a pediatrician. “I’ve always liked science and learning,” said Wilson. “I like learning about the body, learning about… June 10, 2022 AcademicsBiologyClubs & OrganizationsDiversityDiversity Justice SustainabilityInvolvementJusticeLife on CampusLutheran Higher EducationNursingPLU

  • TACOMA, WASH. (April 14, 2020) — In a parking lot outside Stony Brook University Hospital, two tents allow physicians to triage up to 100 patients per day. They discern between the “worried well” and those showing more severe symptoms of cough, fever and low oxygen…

    there’s need, such as the emergency department, ICU or inpatient care. College Days Chrissy grew up on Vashon Island and played basketball at PLU — where she met Sean, who grew up in Longview. Both majored in biology while at PLU, and Sean took a virology class that’s been popping up in his mind lately. After graduating from PLU, both went to Denver, where Sean attended medical school at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Chrissy received her Masters in Public Health from the

  • During her senior year at Pacific Lutheran University, Margaret Chell ’18 decided to join the Peace Corps after a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer visited her global development class. She soon met with PLU Peace Corps advisor, Dr. Katherine Wiley to learn more. She was excited…

    equity began while she was a student at PLU. As a global studies major and biology minor, Chell says she thrived in the interdisciplinary global studies program. Her favorite courses included anthropology, economics, sociology and global development.  “Margaret thought carefully about what she wanted to do with her interest in medicine,” said Ami Shah, associate professor of global studies. “Biology supported her trajectory toward medical school; contextualizing that interest in her global studies

  • How did studying at PLU help prepare you to be an effective teacher? The Education professors at PLU hold you to a very high standard.

    evaluations, expectations from the district and state and testing—but the most important part is always going to be the kids. The kids become a part of you, and keeping them on track and pushing them to reach their best becomes your daily motivation.Division of Natural Sciences Andrew Reyna, Class of 2011 Degree: B.S. Biology Hometown: Salem, OR These days: Reyna is a medical student at Oregon Health & Sciences University School of Medicine in Portland. Learn more // Go Back What sort of medical doctor

  • More than 850 students will graduate from PLU for the 2011-2012 academic year. Spring Commencement takes place Sunday, May 27 in the Tacoma Dome. (Photo by John Froschauer) In their own words Compiled and edited by Chris Albert This spring, new PLU graduates closed a…

    then I have an apprenticeship at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia for the 2012-2013 season. Alex Limoges – Bachelor of Science in nursing, minors in biology and religion Why PLU? I came to PLU because it was the best fit for me personally and academically. I knew I wanted to go into healthcare and PLU’s biology and nursing programs are very well regarded. Competitive swimming has been a big part of my life and I lettered all four years I swam at PLU. I was set on PLU after I came for a

  • The PLU Psychology colloquium series aims to provide PLU students, faculty and staff rich, meaningful exposure to the state of the art in research in psychology.

    : A Theory of Hope and Its Application to Relationships"Marriage and Family Therapy Program, Pacific Lutheran University September 19, 2008Michael Brown, Ph.D."Burden, Bonding, and Youth: Suicide in Evolutionary Perspective"abc 2007-2008 Colloquium Speakers DateSpeaker NameTitleAffiliation April 18, 2008Lisa Thomas, Robin LW Sigo, Gidget Lincoln"Re-Indigenizing Our Science: Ethical and Respectful Research Partnerships with Tribal Communities"University of Washington & Suquamish Wellness Program

  • This is a question Thomas Kim ‘15 thinks about often. As a newly married third-year law student with employment lined up after graduation, an activist philanthropist and an upstanding community member, Kim checks all the “American” boxes. Except for one: actually being a legal citizen.…

    Ask, We Answer: Do you have Marine Biology? November 15, 2024

  • One of the most common questions that I receive as I am working with students that are considering PLU is “I had a 504 plan or an IEP in high school, what does that mean for me at PLU?” At PLU, we are able to…

    Biology? November 15, 2024

  • Karen Marquez ‘22 is a senior social work major with minors in Hispanic studies and criminal justice. Marquez is a heritage speaker of Spanish, and has a deep love for languages, culture, and diversity. She hopes to use her degree and the skills she is…

    YouTube Short: A quick campus tour and Lute lingo with Zari Warden November 19, 2024 Major Minute Monday: Global Studies November 18, 2024 You Ask, We Answer: Do you have Marine Biology? November 15, 2024