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from numerous disciplines such as geology, biology, art, and psychology.PLU Support At some institutions, publishing in journals is the only critical component of faculty work. But PLU also recognizes expert witness testimony as another form of applied scholarship, or using anthropological research to solve practical, real-world problems. As another example, some of Levy’s colleagues in archaeology have been consulted by the National Park Service. “As an engaged anthropologist who takes a position

research for the U.S. Postal Service. The email asked if the image would be available for licensing on a stamp and sought verification that it was pure, void of any major manipulation. “A couple days later, there was a mockup of the stamp,” Ebi said, adding that the mockup came along with a 12-page contract and a vow of secrecy. The stamp licensing process is very secretive, he noted; Ebi couldn’t talk about the achievement until April of this year — nine months after he was originally notified of the

challenging, and they taught me how to survive and fight for what is right. This would have never happened if PLU had not listened to my dreams as an educator. Another memorable experience was learning about PLU’s commitment to service. I think this was really the capstone of my education at PLU. I remember coming out of my undergrad and having a clear sense of purpose for social justice and serving others. Read Previous Rick Barot and Ann Pancake Discuss PLU’s MFA in Creative Writing and the Impact of

different standards than their white peers and being treated as though they don’t speak English well based on their race.   CURTAIN CALL Maria Cruse, another senior teaching assistant majoring in women’s and gender studies, said the J-Term course was “an act of service,” not just a standard learning opportunity. “I enjoy being a social justice educator,” Cruse said. “This was another platform to do that.” Many of the students were eager to tell their stories, she said. They did so in front of a crowd on

scathed by something,” she said. “Come on in.” Read Previous PLU’s Scandinavian Cultural Center selected for Registrars to the Rescue service project Read Next PLU master’s graduate earns Women of Influence Award after pivoting from professional soccer to finance 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 Three students share how scholarships support them in their

help them up, not chase after the ball,” she said.Mary Bradshaw said her son always wanted to join the Army, following in the footsteps of both his parents, who are now retired from the service. “He felt very strongly about serving his country,” she said. After a summer working with ROTC cadets at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and military training at Fort Benning in Georgia, Brian moved to Alaska on assignment in August 2008. He deployed to Afghanistan in March 2009. “Brian was coming home,” Mary said

at PLU. “That keeps me motivated,” Dela Cruz said. “What I do is in service to others.” Angelo Mejia '17 is pictured in the front row, second from the right. (Photo courtesy of Mejia) Angelo Mejia '17By Genny Boots ’18 Most students spend the summer recovering from the busy academic year. But Angelo Mejia ’17 spent two months in sweltering heat, preparing for his future career in the military and for his senior year at Pacific Lutheran University. “It was hot!” Mejia remarked, referencing the

PLU Regent and Virginia Mason Chief Nursing Officer Charleen Tachibana ‘77 Discusses Service, Leadership and Self-Care Posted by: Marcom Web Team / April 22, 2020 Image: Charleen Tachibana ‘77, a PLU Regent and senior vice president at Virginia Mason Health System, serves as the chief nursing officer for the Seattle-based hospital healthcare nonprofit. April 22, 2020 By Zach Powers ‘10Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (April 22, 2020) — As a senior vice president at Virginia Mason Health

National Guard member and nursing major Justyn Freeman ’23 prioritizes service to his community Posted by: Zach Powers / April 1, 2022 Image: Justyn Freeman loads up meals to deliver to local families as part of the Delta Turkey Basket Drive. April 1, 2022 By Isabella Daltoso ’23PLU Marketing and CommunicationsBefore attending Pacific Lutheran University, Justyn Freeman '23 served in the Air Force for six years. Now, he is a senior nursing major and will soon begin his residency at St. Joseph

Volverán) and the visit of filmmaker Pablo Martínez Pessi are possible thanks to the Uruguayan Ministry of Foreign Relations and the OEI (Organization of Ibero-American States) and its program on education and human rights. Read Previous Amazon Locker locations debut on campus for Lutes, community members seeking convenient self-service delivery options Read Next PLU ROTC student to be honored in Washington, D.C., as only recipient of Green to Gold award for excellence in leadership COMMENTS*Note: All