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the stories that have been passed down from generation to generation. “We are teaching kids to be true to themselves,” Leavens says, “even though they have to live in a world that is sometimes unjust or unfair.”Lute Powered is a project highlighting PLU alumni at some of the most well-known organizations across the Puget Sound region. Jenifer Leavens ’18 is the second of three Lutes we will be highlighting from Chief Leschi Schools, following Melanie Helle ’97. Previous Lute Powered series include

new things and are inviting and warm.”Alumni & Student ConnectionsLearn more about PLU internships and mentorshipsLong-term, he hopes to work in tech for several years and then start his own business—wearing the many different hats that come with entrepreneurship. “The skills I’m building now as a software engineer can help me solve many problems,” he says.     If he could give his first-year self any advice, he’d suggest “be okay with being uncomfortable.” Whether due to routine or introversion

addressing the needs of both our PLU community and the wider community through the programs that we’re providing, the impact our students can have while still students, and then of course the impact of our alumni who graduate and go into the community and serve. PLU College of Health ProfessionsThe College of Health Professions is home to the School of Nursing and Departments of Kinesiology, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Social Work. Program offerings include undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well

, this exposure to research whets their appetite for more, and they find graduate work to be a fulfilling challenge.” “Just a couple of weeks ago, we brought back a panel of recent alumni currently in their first post-graduate employment in investment banking, consulting, government agency and health-sector jobs,” says Peterson. “All of them spoke highly of their Capstone experience and how helpful it had been in preparing them for and securing their first job.” Travis and Peterson say that PLU

going to feel throughout your life. In fact, you should feel it throughout your life — because learning is a lifelong journey.” During her time as a PLU student, Long — a committed community member who’s held important positions in the NAACP, United Way, the Urban League, The Boys and Girls Club and Girls Inc., among others — became involved in the university’s then-fledgling Math, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) program before ultimately receiving PLU’s outstanding recent alumni award in

themselves, make connections, and strengthen their independence and interdependence. This job also requires that I collaborate across departments to bring forth rich and intersectional programming, and more work has prepared me to do that.Diversity Center Alumni PodcastNicole Jordan ’15, Maurice Eckstein ’11, and PLU Assistance Vice President of Diversity, Justice and Sustainability Angie Hambrick discuss “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates.Tell us more about your role at PLU as the

was an example of a situation that allowed us to put our college-grade knowledge to work in exploring solutions to a real-world problem,” said Ben Mathewson ‘21, a math major and data science minor. Read Previous PLU announces new major in criminal justice Read Next PLU alumni husband-wife duo doing their part in New York City’s COVID-19 battle COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private

being able to reflect on who I am as a person and what my core values are that drive who I am as a leader,” she says.Lute Powered is a project highlighting PLU alumni at some of the most well-known organizations across the Puget Sound region. Melanie Helle ’97 is the first of three Lutes we will be highlighting from Chief Leschi Schools. Previous Lute Powered series include Amazon,  MultiCare Health System, City of Tacoma, Port of Tacoma, and Educational Service District 113.About Chief Leschi

with drumming and dancing. While Nelson is not Native American, she has worked hard to learn as much as she can from staff members who are “very generous” in sharing their knowledge. “We want our students to feel that they can choose to embrace their culture and be successful,” Nelson says. “Education has the power to show kids that they can walk successfully in two worlds.”Lute Powered is a project highlighting PLU alumni at some of the most well-known organizations across the Puget Sound region

second goal is to provide the best possible support for you, the remarkable faculty and staff of PLU, the heart and soul, and, yes, the head, of this great place. So, I am pleased that both last year and now moving forward, we are maintaining all faculty and staff leadership, professional development and recognition programs. We are also maintaining all research support, sabbatical leaves, and our modest travel budgets. We were able last spring to make a series of important promotion, market and