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by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer Have you ever attempted to drive to a new restaurant at night with only a vague idea of where it was located? Trying to reach a destination without some necessary information can invoke feelings of anxiety and frustration. Students may…
Are we there yet? Guiding students with course goals and objectives Posted by: bodewedl / August 25,
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Click above to view complete image By Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer I am not one to jump on the bandwagon for any type of fad that gets a lot of media attention. My first iPhone was the 5, just out of stubbornness. But in my…
My First MOOC: A New Year’s Resolution Posted by: bodewedl / August 25, 2015 August 25, 2015 Click
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By Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer In January, I enrolled in my first MOOC to learn more about this controversial form of instruction. It was definitely valuable, both for instructional design research and as a learning experience. The course was designed around five basic elements: video…
My First MOOC: A New Year’s Resolution Revisited Posted by: bodewedl / August 25, 2015 August 25,
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by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer You may have noticed PLU promoting a new summer session campaign called “Stay Connected”. The campaign hopes to improve retention, decrease time to matriculation, and increase enrollments in summer session courses. A February 2015 survey of PLU students found: …
Helping Students “Stay Connected” This Summer Posted by: bodewedl / August 25, 2015 August 25, 2
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by Tom Smith, Associate Professor and Chair, Theatre & Dance When I first began teaching my Auditions class a decade ago, standard professional theatre auditions were held in-person in the theatre that was casting. Actors wishing to audition for theatres in other states were expected…
Using Simple Technologies to Inspire Student Posted by: bodewedl / March 15, 2019 March 15, 2019 by
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by Dana Bodewes, Instructional Designer In the age of information overload, it can be challenging to filter through constant streams of information to find good ideas to take your teaching to the next level. However, that doesn’t mean we should stop looking or sharing ideas…
Sharing Ideas for #PLUteaching Posted by: bodewedl / September 28, 2015 September 28, 2015 by Dana B
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PLU student Jessica Waiau (‘08) used her time at PLU to work with the Diversity Center, Hawai’i Club, the Education Program, and then started working immediately after graduation. She recently joined me for an interview in which she discussed how the Diversity Center impacted her…
Jessica Waiau ‘08 Posted by: juliannh / February 23, 2022 February 23, 2022 By Felix HalvorsonPLU student Jessica Waiau (‘08) used her time at PLU to work with the Diversity Center, Hawai’i Club, the Education Program, and then started working immediately after graduation. She recently joined me for an interview in which she discussed how the Diversity Center impacted her identity development, communication skills, and perspectives on community. Our conversation was filled with warmth, funny
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Delaney Salter, a graduate of both PLU’s bachelor’s and master’s degree in kinesiology, shared about what she has learned about improving the lives of others through applied kinesiology. Reflection from Delaney Salter, ’21 My name is Delaney Salter. I graduated with my bachelor’s at PLU in…
Master of Science in Kinesiology at Pacific Lutheran University brings a tradition of excellence into the Master of Science degree. The program combines a rigorous academic experience with real-world, relevant and impactful applications designed to intentionally address critical gaps in Kinesiology training and practice. Unique features of the program include a commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with intentional mentorship and leadership development opportunities. Through coursework
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An affinity for social change. A dedication to activism and aiming for real change in the world has been a characteristic of student leadership on campus for decades. Saying yes to life’s opportunities, fighting for what you believe in, avoiding the tyranny of the majority…
all of the small things that will get people into sustainable habits that can make a big difference,” Tamara Power-Drutis ’08, ASPLU vice president said in 2007. Power-Drutis had been focusing on leadership development and how campus leaders, ASPLU, resident assistants and the Diversity Center can all model sustainable lifestyles. “We are working on a student pledge where students can focus on those portions of their life that waste energy, water and recycling, composting food, transportation. By
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Bill Gates Sr. urges students to ‘Show up’ Bill Gates Sr., the father of Bill Gates of Microsoft fame, told a packed audience in Lagerquist Hall Tuesday night that the number one quality students can cultivate is “to be concerned.“Not necessarily about everything, but be…
, so try hard to be the adult you want your kids to become, “ he wrote.” Becoming a truly competent parent might be the most important work you do.” Finally, Gates Sr. urged college students to be extravagant in their enthusiasm and their commitment to causes during this time in their lives. “There are so many things that deserve your attention” he said. “Fill your plate. Don’t’ be parsimonious in the things you show up for.” Content Development Director Barbara Clements produced this report
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