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  • , dedicated to the study of ethics. “We are deeply grateful to the NADA Foundation’s gift to support the emergency needs of students and ethics programs,” said PLU President Thomas W. Krise. “With more than a quarter of our students eligible for the federal Pell Grant program, the university has a number of students who walk a fine line with their finances. When an emergency arises, these students are especially vulnerable to disruptions in their incomes. This NADA Foundation grant will help soften the

  • ceremony a gift certificate and an opportunity to perform at IKEA in Tukwila! Many PLU students enjoyed those trips in the PLU van up to IKEA, singing Christmas carols the whole way.From 2000 until 2013, the Lucia Fest took place in the university’s Mary Baker Russell Music Center, Lagerquist Hall, a beautiful facility. Following the hour-long program of Swedish music and song, guests followed a candle-lit path to a reception in the Scandinavian Cultural Center. The program moved to the newly-renovated

  • Studies Conference provides an opportunity for the university, the larger community, and persons from diverse religious and humanistic viewpoints to explore particular and pressing issues within the thoughtful and generous milieu of Lutheran higher education. Each conference welcomes scholars, artists, and religious leaders whose expertise is offered in an engaging and thought-provoking manner. Past conferences have been devoted to the limited gift of water (2011), political commitments (2012), the

  • changing Tacoma, the Puget Sound region and the world. YWCA Pierce County CEO Miriam Barnett will talk about charitable giving in a presentation titled “Intent and Impact; When Making a Difference Doesn’t.” She says that she’s enjoying the challenge of planning a compelling talk that fits TEDxTacoma’s five- to eight-minute standard. “TED talks are unique because they are a concentrated way to plant seeds of change,” Barnett said.  “I am excited to share a message meant to do exactly that — plant a seed

  • significant community partners, alumni, and constituents to provide input into the School of Nursing’s strategic initiatives; to foster advancement of the SoN; and to strengthen our regional impact through meaningful partnerships. The Community Advisory Council meets twice a year. Student Assemblies Student open forums are held regularly and are organized as open conversations with the School of Nursing Dean and faculty. The forums provide an additional mechanism for student input into program planning

  • financial aid aid programs.  Application is made on-line at www.fafsa.gov. FAFSA4CASTER:  A shortened version of the FAFSA that provides you with an estimate of your EFC.  See www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.  The federal legislation that requires schools to protect students’ personally identifiable information and educational record and provides students with rights to inspect and review their school records. Gift Aid:  Scholarships and grants that do not have

  • ASPLU MeetingsWe hold open meetings every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm. Meetings are usually held in AUC 203, however if you’re planning to attend a meeting, you can confirm the location by emailing ASPLU@plu.edu. Members of the public are welcome to attend our meetings and make public comments. Want to share your perspective, but can’t make it to the meeting? We got you covered! Email your thoughts to asplu@plu.edu with the subject line “Public Comment.” Interested in talking about important

  • Events and WorkshopsEach academic year, the Health Sciences Club, a student-led organization, works in conjunction with the Health Sciences Advising Team to offer a variety of workshops and events for students planning on going into a health professional school.  Here’s a list of some of the events scheduled for the 2015-16 Academic Year: Introduction Meeting Volunteer Workshop (with organizations from PLU [Club Keithley Middle School, H4H, Community Garden] as well as Franciscan and Multi Care

  • Events and WorkshopsEach academic year, the Health Sciences Club, a student-led organization, works in conjunction with the Health Sciences Advising Team to offer a variety of workshops and events for students planning on going into a health professional school.  Here’s a list of some of the events scheduled for the 2015-16 Academic Year: Introduction Meeting Volunteer Workshop (with organizations from PLU [Club Keithley Middle School, H4H, Community Garden] as well as Franciscan and Multi Care

  • Risk Management Event Planning Worksheet (pdf) view download