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  • 2016 Department of Philosophy EventsThe Department of Philosophy has had an active event schedule this year. These events have spanned a wide range of philosophically interesting themes and socially relevant issues. Here are some highlights: In October, Eric Ruthford (PLU ’01) and Emeritus Professor of Philosophy Paul Menzel held a panel discussion titled “Determining the Value of Life” about beginning of life and end of life decision making. In February, the department hosted the 3rd Food

  • COVID-19 Updates & ResourcesHello! We hope you’ve had a great (& safe) summer filled with adventures, outdoor time, and relaxation!  School is going to be quite different this fall: hybrid/online classes, increased safety precautions, and reduced numbers of students and on-campus opportunities will make this year unlike anything we’ve experienced before.  At this point, we can share with certainty that there will be no Outdoor Rec (OR) trips during September. This decision was made with the

  • Tisha Graham ’09 Tisha Graham ’09 https://www.plu.edu/resolute/fall-2018/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2018/09/tisha-graham.jpg 600 600 Logan Logan https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/df88b9152697d03169d961f6b1582ddd?s=96&d=mm&r=g September 18, 2018 October 5, 2018 Tisha Graham has an instinctive ability to mentor, engage, empower and coach successful research staff and interns. Graham also is an advocate who believes in PLU students and the education the university provides. While working at Fred

  • Management Among Parents of Children with Autism"PresentationLena Flanagan - "The Challenges and Experiences with the Transition to Virtual Education"PresentationShayla Fletcher - "'I am my own Person, I can do what I Want': A Qualitative Study on Teen Rebellion"Seth Hall - "Adolescent Substance Use: Examining Role Models and Peer Groups"Rachel Heinselman - "COVID-19 and Learning: Parents' Perspective on Their Children's Learning and Socialization"PresentationNayeli Hernandez - "'An Exhaustive

  • NIST SURF Program – Gaithersburg Posted by: nicolacs / January 11, 2022 January 11, 2022 NIST is one of the nation’s premiere research institutions for the physical and engineering sciences and, as the lead Federal agency for technology transfer, it provides a strong interface between government, industry and academia. NIST embodies a science culture, developed from a large and well-equipped research staff that enthusiastically blends programs that address the immediate needs of industry with

  • How the PLU School of Business is adapting with the times Posted by: vcraker / May 28, 2021 May 28, 2021 By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing and CommunicationsSomaye Nargesi, a second-year business professor, came to PLU from a large research institution. She immediately noticed a stark difference in how her new institution approached the field.“At PLU, the business curriculum is mostly designed around soft skills, meaning how you build insightful inquiries, how you’re able to connect the dots

  • PLU launches Fixed Tuition Guarantee Posted by: vcraker / October 18, 2021 Image: The Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts building is seen behind yellow leafed trees on PLU campus. October 18, 2021 Pacific Lutheran University has just announced a Fixed Tuition Guarantee that will ensure tuition for the 2022–23 incoming class of first-year and transfer students will remain the same throughout their undergraduate years at the university. This guarantee disrupts the general

  • Common Internship QuestionsWhat are the benefits of an internship?Internships provide a variety of invaluable benefits, including: Gaining real-world experience and applying theoretical knowledge in a practical setting Developing essential skills and competencies in your chosen field Deepening your understanding of industry practices and trends Building a professional network of contacts and mentors Enhancing your resume with valuable work experience Gaining clarity and direction in your career

  • Ph.D., Microbiology, University of Washington, 2001 B.S. with Honors, Microbiology, The Pennsylvania State University, 1996 B.S., Cellular and Molecular Biology, The Pennsylvania State University, 1996 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Microbial Ecology Books Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective, 11th Edition (McGraw-Hill 2024) Microbiology (OpenStax 2016) : View Book Accolades Awarded $15,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Taking Action: COVID-19 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

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  • You can’t argue with Success Posted by: Todd / April 20, 2014 April 20, 2014 At a liberal-arts college such as Pacific Lutheran University where open dialogue is not just encouraged but expected a healthy argument between students is a common occurrence. But no one crafts strategic arguments like the Lutes of PLU’s historic Speech and Debate team. You could argue that PLU’s rich history of success in the arena of competitive debate is one of the university’s best-kept secrets: Debater Andrew