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October 15, 2014 Q&A With Rev. Dr. Monica A. Coleman Knutson Lecturer Plans Provocative Talk on the Intersection of Religion and Culture By Taylor Lunka ’15 PLU Marketing & Communications Student Worker Pastor, scholar and activist Rev. Dr. Monica Coleman, one of the brightest lights in womanist/black theology, will deliver the 2014 David and Marilyn Knutson Lecture at PLU on Oct. 22. How bright is her light? The interdenominational preaching magazine The African American Pulpit named Coleman

celebrating Yuletide music, food and heritage as well as the advent season. Passion Play Dec. 10, 11, 12 & 13 at 7:30 p.m. / Dec. 13 & 14 at 2 p.m. Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts This nontraditional Passion Play examines the intersection of religion and politics as three communities—Queen Elizabeth’s England, Hitler’s Germany and Reagan’s America—attempt to stage the death and resurrection of Christ. The play-about-a-play takes the audience on a humorous yet unsettling journey

July 31, 2010 Hebrew Idol showcases a different view of the Bible, theology By Chris Albert According to Assistant Professor of Religion Antonios Finitsis, there’s one real advantage to teaching a religion course: Nobody really knows all it entails. “They think religion is confined,” he said. “People do not expect religion to be so pervasive.” Religion is too big to be isolated on the pages of books. “No,” Finitsis said, “it’s all over the place.” Case and point: Finitsis’ Religion 211 course

/disqualifications, such as the intersection of gender and race with citizenship (who counts as a citizen?), land ownership (who owns real estate? how much real estate qualifies?), religion (e.g., in various states Baptists, Catholics, Quakers, and non-Christians were banned from voting), age, and literacy. “Following the 2016 election, the fight for voting rights remains as critical as ever. Politicians across the country continue to engage in voter suppression, efforts that include additional obstacles to

dean of PLU’s College of Health Professions. The college includes PLU’s School of Nursing, Department of Social Work, Department of Marriage and Family Therapy, and Department of Kinesiology. Take us back to your college years, what attracted you to the field of marriage and family therapy? I just felt a passion for helping people in this particular context because of the strong relationships that I had, which is why I chose marriage and family therapy as opposed to psychology, because of its focus

concerts that transcend genres to grow more tuba fans worldwide. Students participating in an ensemble this fall will learn more about music practice and psychology directly from Mr. Sheridan. www.patricksheridan.com Spencer MyerOn today’s concert stage, one of the most respected and sought-after artists is American pianist Spencer Myer. Mr. Myer has performed orchestral, recital and chamber works on four continents. He is passionate about music education for young people and has taught at a variety of

a vacuum, but rather complement the philosophical and programmatic goals of the coaches. My approach has been eclectic from the start. It represents a combination of knowledge and experiences gained from three primary sources: my own competitive background as an athlete, my tenure as an intercollegiate coach, and finally my education and training in sports psychology. Aside from field hockey, are you working with any other teams? The previous three Olympic Games have been with soccer (gold

at Commencement by his wife, Jennifer Kinney ’14, who received her degree in Psychology and plans to continue for a master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Lutheran University. It’s been a long road for the Kinneys, who celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary on the day of PLU’s Commencement ceremony. Their true journey began three years ago, on Sept. 6, 2011, when Jym Kinney reported to his first day of classes at PLU. After meeting with his advisor, Kinney headed home on his bike

, quality preschool,” she says. “We provide services for the whole child.” That includes social, emotional, cognitive, physical and language learning, as well as physical activities and nutrition. During her PLU days, Ferguson didn’t know she would find her life’s work in education. She majored in sociology and psychology and, after graduation, went to work for Safe Streets in Tacoma, whose mission is building strong neighborhoods. “I was a community mobilizer for Safe Streets,” Ferguson recalls. She

has been adapted in many different forms throughout the world, including opera, dance, and film adaptations. With over 17 student performers, 7 students will be performing as either first-year students or new additions to the PLU stage. “Blood Wedding is a truly unique play in its substance and style. It is beautiful in its language, enthralling story, and universal themes of conflict between human nature and societal ideals.” “The performance is sure to provide for an engaging theatrical