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  • independent and creative thinking that are necessary for our communities and societies to thrive,” said Tamara R. Williams, Executive Director of PLU’s Wang Center for Global Education and coordinator of the event. “If there is one thread that connects the speakers and panels in this symposium, it is that they disrupt predictable and repetitive ways of thinking and acting; they all invite the audience to reflect more deeply on what humans have in common rather than what keeps us apart.” Read Previous Amy

  • book of the same name by Amy Waldman. Howard had to continuously review the novel and sketch out the story in order to create choreography. “Dance Ensemble always has something to offer especially when you have a range of pieces from culture to social justice, etc.,” Howard said. “When thinking in the context of The Submission, I think people should come to get a taste of art that is thought provoking. It’s kind of like going to a really good documentary and walking away thinking ‘what can I do to

  • Parents Make a DifferenceEven though your student may be farther away, you can still be involved in their school. Check the list below for how you might make an impact.Quick Links Lute Recruit Give to PLUGive to the Annual Fund The Annual Fund is the annual giving program at PLU and is the university’s general fundraising campaign. Gifts from alumni, parents and friends support the immediate needs of the university in four critical areas (scholarships, academic excellence, campus life and the

  • Borderlines (Feminist Press, 2019) was a finalist for the Louise Meriwether first book prize. She finished her novel, Along the Hills, and is working on a nonfiction collection, Broken Blood, and critical monograph, Haudenosaunee Good Mind: Combating Literary Erasure and Genocide of American Indian Presence with Literature Curriculum and Literary Criticism. She is a Visiting Assistant Professor of English and Pacific Lutheran University.

  • changed greatly over time. Yet, “the West” - as both a place and an idea - has played a critical role in the development of the American nation. Course explores historiography and the evolving definitions and understandings of region in the United States. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (4) HIST 360 : The Holocaust: The Destruction of the European Jews - ES, GE Investigation of the development of modern anti-Semitism, its relationship to fascism, the rise of Hitler, the

  • examinations of anti-gay ballot measures in the 1970s, racism in the military in World War II, and feminist voices in popular literature in the post-WWII decades. She is actively involved in interdisciplinary programs and fields of study, including Women’s Studies and Peace Studies, and has participated in research and projects that center on the importance of historical thinking in interdisciplinary contexts. Recent publications by Beth Kraig include articles on Grace Jones and Cynthia McKinney in the

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  • centers. Includes personalized coping mechanisms and assistance for finding therapists and support groups. Virtual Hope Box (VHB) (iTunes and Google Play) App contains simple tools to help patients with coping, relaxation, distraction, and positive thinking. Provides positive activity planning, distraction tools, and interactive relaxation exercises including guided imagery, controlled breathing and muscle relaxation. International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) Site contains list of many

  • Ensuring Student SuccessEnhancing the endowment for financial support for students is critical to ensuring access to college for all, regardless of their economic standing. It also enables the university to attract a diverse group of highly qualified students, and enrich their educational experiences, through scholarships, student-faculty research grants, and study-abroad stipends. Named endowed scholarships and grants mirror the university’s commitment to student access, the recognition of

  • education settings. The School of Nursing believes that applying principles of Just Culture to the educational milieu will: Promote a culture of safety Demonstrate the School of Nursing’s commitment to patient safety initiatives Raise the level of transparency regarding clinical errors or near-misses Improve patient safety Understand how aggregate data from near-miss analyses are used to direct attention to critical safety issues for ongoing program improvement

  • curriculum, and faculty priorities. Departmental Mission: The mission of the Political Science Department is to provide students an educational experience that fosters critical, independent, thoughtful inquiry, and a commitment to service and leadership with regards to politics and public life. Specifically, our major offers courses and experiences designed to equip students with an understanding of political concepts, the knowledge of political institutions and functions of political systems, and the