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Using Google Maps in the Classroom: Teaching an old software new tricks by Jenna Stoeber Christmas break is nearing, and with it comes a chance for faculty to catch their breath after a long and hard fall—before revving back up for another semester. The holiday break is ideal for exploring new methods of teaching, so why not… November 30, 2015 google apps for educationgoogle earthgoogle mapslesson plansonline learning

Transition to Turnitin Feedback Studio By Layne Nordgren Turnitin provides originality- and plagiarism-checking for student papers and includes a set of online tools for faculty to provide in-context feedback for students. For PLU courses, Turnitin can be enabled as an option when creating a Sakai Assignment . On June 3,… May 10, 2017 Feedback StudioQuickMarksSimilarity ReportsTurnitin

Lagerquist – Behind the Scenes (Pre-Installation) by Patrick Wakefield Out With the Old The Lagerquist Concert Hall in Mary Baker Russel has been used for recitals and events since the building was constructed in 1997. While many people attend the events in the hall, few know of the work being done… January 8, 2014 behind the scenesspace upgrades

Stop Motion for Sustainability – Behind the Scenes by Katie Martell Recently I collaborated on a p

Classroom Technology Updates – Fall 2016 by Layne Nordgren Reike Science Center – Leraas Lecture Hall Over the summer I&TS User Services teams upgraded several classrooms to include smart podium technology, added new computers to some classrooms, upgraded computers in some classrooms to Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2016, and upgraded… August 23, 2016 audience response systemsclassroomsclickersOffice 2016Turning TechnologiesTurningPoint

Children’s theatre continues its revival at PLU “James and the Giant Peach” premieres this February When James Henry Trotter is forced to move-in with his horrible aunts, he finds comfort in a magical peach and a group of extraordinary friends who lead him on an adventure through the Atlantic Ocean, above the… February 8, 2017 Children's TheatreTheatre

2018 Fall Coffee Event On Friday October 19, 2018 the staff council arranged with dining services to bring in Dillanos Coffee for staff appreciation. October 19, 2018 Staff Appreciation

Campus Forums on Sexual Assault and Violence Dear Campus Community: Please join me and the entire PLU campus community for a first in a series of open dialogues on sexual assault and violence on campus in an effort to expand community understanding and advocacy, while also increasing the safety and care of… April 18, 2016 Higher EducationNews

Student opportunity to visit Amazon HQ in Seattle Career Connections and Alumni and Constituent Relations are partnering to bring students to Amazon HQ in Seattle on President’s Day, Monday, February 19 from 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. The visit will include: free lunch, networking with alumni, and touring Amazon HQ. Transportation from PLU… January 19, 2018 Career ConnectionsNetworkingStudent Opportunity

Tacoma Immersion Experience Semester discontinued TIES Program Update from Joel Zylstra (Director, Center for Community Engagement and Service) The Tacoma Immersion Experience Semester (TIES) program has been discontinued indefinitely. TIES served as one expression of PLU’s long-term commitments to linking global education with our local community. In the early 2000’s,… December 13, 2017 community engagementfaculty newsletterstudy away