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engineering school such as Columbia University or Washington University in St. Louis. The total length of study is usually five years: three years at PLU and two years at the engineering school. Hence, the program is often referred to as “3-2 Engineering.” “At PLU, students are getting an education that includes communication skills, justice, diversity, and the mission to care for the planet and for people,” Hay said. “That’s a really, really strong job candidate and a student who is mission-driven in

, Gavidia’s career took another significant step forward when he joined Cannon as a full-stack software engineer, working on an open-source tool for managing smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain. Gavidia’s internships allowed him to establish mentors, which was vital to his learning and something he recommends to other students. At PLU, his mentors were Professor Jeff Caley, an assistant professor of computer science, and Professor Justin Lytle, a professor of chemistry.Why Study Computer Science at

. Currently, most lithium-ion batteries use an organic liquid (made of compounds that contain carbon atoms) to move ions, and they work well in smaller electronics, as well as new electric vehicles, but can become dangerous. Study Chemistry at PLUThe Department of Chemistry has an outstanding curriculum, excellent faculty, great facilities, and is accredited by the American Chemical Society. Its faculty and staff will be happy to help if you need more information about the department or PLU.These liquids

organ music before occupying Lagerquist Concert Hall to play the Gottfried and Mary Fuchs Organ. PLU Music Department looks forward to current and future Music students getting to know this remarkable instrument during their academic career. Our gratitude and thanks go to the Pilgrim family for their contribution to the study of music at PLU.Playing the Harpsichord The selection played on this video is the famous “Toccata in d minor” by J. S. Bach. While more commonly heard on the organ, the full

artists, musicians, poets and architects have produced art to respond to the pressing issues of their time, or to address issues of social justice and peace, he continued. The study of religion at the university level tends to be text-heavy, and the conference will highlight the music and visual arts aspects of the subject. “We have a very eclectic mix, from Jewish klezmer jazz to a lecture on 4th Century Christian art to the breakout sessions by PLU faculty,” Torvend said. Robin Jensen, the Luce

is ridiculous, or just too obvious. There is a good chance she’s right. Read Previous The tallest building in Parkland Read Next Gates Foundation grant helps study away programs 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" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition November 7, 2024 PLU professors Ann Auman and Bridget Haden share

provides other opportunities for him to consult, lecture and publish on the role of Lutheran higher education in linking academic study and ethical commitments. In addition, income from the endowment will fund a yearly Lutheran Studies Conference at PLU, the first of which took place last September. All that is great for the university. But Torvend speaks even more enthusiastically about what the chair will mean for the students, faculty and staff of PLU. He likes to talk about placing the Lutheran

. I came here intended to study exercise. It really changed my path being up here and working with these people.” But the Diversity Center hasn’t always been the resource for students that it is today. When the center began in 2001, it had a lot of programs that resembled Diversity 101, said Eva Johnson, Dean of Student Development and Director of Student Involvement and Leadership. The intent was for students to learn about different cultures and start conversations about diversity. “We spent a

, Bannon hopes that the Chicago Library can be a model for others around the country. “I hope to continue to push the thinking about the role of libraries in our current stage and era,” Bannon said. Kraig said she is extremely proud of Bannon’s accomplishments and can’t wait to see where the future leads him. “It’s been a real privilege for me to know him, to watch him thrive,” Kraig said. “I just feel like I’m watching the Brian Bannon show.” Read Previous I never thought I’d study away four times and

school. It was in response to a conversation the two had a few days earlier: Have you ever read a romance novel? Gregson hadn’t. And she would fully admit that she was like many other people: She assumed romance novels were easy reads, brainless formulaic pop. Then, the box of novels arrived. She read one. And a research topic was born. Gregson and her friend, professor Jennifer Lois of Western Washington University, decided they wanted to study the writers of the romance genre, of which about 95