Search

have before. As for herself, Cory says the trip left her with a sense of gratitude—for water, of course, but also for the education, sense of mission and opportunities she receives at PLU. Just turning on the tap and seeing drinkable water come out is a gift. She also has a renewed determination to make a difference in the world once she graduates. “I will never say I’m a poor college student again,” she laughs. Sure, the water crisis can seem overwhelming, and so can challenging and changing

a crusade against her reputation. Carson’s solace is found in Alice in Wonderland, her girlhood literary hero, alter-ego and imaginative guide her subconscious clings to.  Carson’s story converges with a fantastical landscape enlivened by literary, film and cultural references that theatricalize the revolutionary science of Silent Spring. Macbeth May 9, 10, 16, 17 at 7:30 p.m. and May 18th at 2 p.m. Lori Lee Wallace, Director Considered one of Shakespeare’s darkest and most powerful tragedies

closer look at the contemporary effects of colonialism in Puerto Rico and how the United States has continued to perpetuate those effects, specifically in the areas of language, culture, education, migration, economics, and politics. Through an anthropological, economic, and linguistic lens, it is clear that after a century of U.S. colonial rule Puerto Rico has become a nation that obsesses over monolingualism, rejects the United States and English, has unequal educational opportunities, demonstrates

Responsibilities. In any meeting involving PLU’s sexual misconduct and/or physical assault policies, the Complainant will receive information about the outcome of the meeting and any sanctions imposed on the Respondent that directly relates to the Complainant (examples include No Contact Orders, Housing changes, etc.). Such disclosures will be made consistent with the Family Education and Privacy Rights Act (FERPA). Please see the Sexual Misconduct policy and procedures for additional information on specific

within this period full-time service in all institutions of higher education, but subject to the proviso that when, after a term of probationary service in one or more institutions, a teacher is appointed to Pacific Lutheran University it may be agreed in writing that this appointment provides for a probationary period of up to six years. Upon appointment to full-time service as regular faculty at the rank of assistant professor or a higher rank, a person shall be granted up to four years

revolutionary science of Silent Spring. Macbeth May 9, 10, 16, 17 at 7:30 p.m. and May 18th at 2 p.m. Lori Lee Wallace, Director Considered one of Shakespeare’s darkest and most powerful tragedies. The play dramatizes the corrosive psychological and political effects produced when the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to power. He commits regicide to become king and furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his

, you may need to restart your computer, modem, or router. It may also be worth asking the other users on your shared connection to lower the amount of data they are accessing. Restart Router & Modem – Sometimes the internet connection must be restarted to work. This article explains the process from start to finish. AprilENGAGE IN SOCIAL LEARNING FlipGrid is an easy-to-use video discussion platform for all levels of education. With FlipGrid, students can connect with each other and share their

Staff Extended professional development leaves are an integral part of the university’s commitment to lifelong learning. A significant block of time away from usual professional responsibilities encourages and nurtures employee improvement through professional development, education, research, service, or related pursuits. The effective utilization of such a leave is the professional accountability of every exempt staff member who is approved for one. The opportunity for extended leave is a granted

“flourishing” means at PLU: “Merriam-Webster defines ‘flourishing’ as marked by vigorous and healthy growth. Sounds lovely! Who doesn’t like vigorous and healthy growth? There is a lot to like in this definition, but I think the way we often think about flourishing misses something essential. “Flourishing is a significant concept in Lutheran higher education. This might look like reflecting on what brings joy, responding to a sense of calling or vocation, and attention to physical, mental, and spiritual

pre-arranged group flight (typical for short-term faculty-led, but very rare for semester programs), you are responsible for locating and booking your own flight, and for arriving by the date required by the program (includes orientation). It may be a good idea to collaborate with other students participating in your program to plan your travel arrangements together. The Wang Center for Global and Community Engaged Education strongly recommends that you DO NOT book your flight until you have been