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and dean of students praised Anderson for his passionate commitment to the highest quality educational experience for PLU students. “Throughout President Anderson’s tenure, PLU has made great strides in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of student services. He has provided program support for an increasingly seamless co-curricular experience,” she said. Eva Frey Johnson ’95, dean for student development, and director of student involvement and leadership said, “Amber is a respected

situation, many adults end up asking themselves after college: “can I get an unrelated master’s degree?” Let’s explore the process of going back to grad school for an unrelated degree.Tip: Which graduate program is right for you? Explore our educational guides to learn more about PLU’s programs.Explore Free Graduate Education GuidesWhy go back to school for an unrelated degree?There are so many reasons to go back to school for an unrelated master’s degree. Maybe you resonate with one of the situations

ACS Graduate School Readiness & Professional Development Boot Camp Posted by: nicolacs / June 17, 2022 June 17, 2022 The ACS Bridge Project (ACS-BP) is partnering with the Genentech Foundation and the ACS Leadership Institute (ACS-LI) to launch the Graduate School Readiness and Professional Development (GSRPD) Boot Camp for 25 selected undergraduate students from underrepresented racial and ethnic (UR) groups who are currently enrolled in a US-based institution. Traditionally, UR groups refer

after their PLU MBA in business, nonprofit and governmental leadership.” PLU’s AACSB-accredited MBA program is founded on the cornerstones of leadership, creative innovation, global awareness and ethical responsibility. It is led by a dynamic team of faculty members who combine industry experience and educational expertise in the classroom and incorporate real-world examples and service learning experiences.The program offers optional emphasis areas in healthcare management, technology and

Become an Expert Nurse Executive with a Dual DNP/MBA Degree Posted by: chaconac / July 19, 2023 July 19, 2023 Combining a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) can be a powerful educational combination for nurses interested in executive roles in healthcare.The dual-degree option can provide nurses with a strong foundation in both advanced nursing practice and business administration, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in

Preceptorships that Impact Communities PLU's First DNP Cohort Graduate Matthew Kilgore Posted by: mullernx / October 19, 2022 October 19, 2022 PLU’s first doctoral program trains nurse practitioners for lives of leadership. We had the opportunity to speak with Matthew Kilgore from the first graduating class of the DNP program.Matthew Kilgore returned to PLU for a third time to “finish out the ultimate degree.” “I wanted to open as many doors as I could,” he said. At the time, he already had

and steady-handed leadership,” Starkovich said. Bennett says he  looks forward to working with students, faculty, staff and alumni to enrich what he calls the already outstanding PLU educational experience. “To combine the unique and challenging environment of a professional School of Arts and Communication with a strong liberal arts curriculum is the best of all possible worlds,” Bennett said. “The arts are all about communication,” he said. “With the self-contained resources of the disciplines

experience helps recent graduates cultivate highly sought-after skills that will launch their careers in today’s global economy.” College graduates with Peace Corps volunteer experience return home with a competitive edge for 21st-century jobs and advanced educational opportunities: They have cross-cultural, leadership, language and community development skills along with a global perspective. In addition, they give back to their communities in the United States and enrich the lives of those around them

March 26, 2014 PLU Sustainability Program is a Finalist in Nationwide Competition This is a still photograph of one of the opening slides of PLU’s sustainability video. (Photo: Katherine Martell / PLU) Voting on PLU’s stop-motion video begins April 1 By Sandy Deneau Dunham PLU Marketing & Communications An innovative Pacific Lutheran University program that links Study Away and campus sustainability has been selected as a finalist for the 2014 Second Nature Climate Leadership Awards. Watch

students and to the mission of our university,” said President Allan Belton. “She will bring a proven track record of academic leadership, innovation, and expertise to this exciting new role.” As a longtime faculty leader on campus, McConnell has served on a variety of faculty governance committees, including Educational Policies, Faculty Affairs, General Education, and the Faculty Executive Committee. In addition to serving as associate dean or dean since 2007, her administrative leadership experience