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research and write a significant research project on Northwest business and economic history. Each original project was supported by a generous donation from the Benson Family Foundation, and also the expert guidance of faculty members Beth Kraig (History), Karen Travis (Economics), and Rebekah Mergenthal (History), who worked with the students throughout the summer. Michael Diambri’s research project is entitled “A Queer Place: Exploring Historical Case Studies of Seattle’s Queer Bars and Clubs

people,” Franklin said. “It’s more of a family and you know each other.” Her formal education began as a nurse in her home state of South Carolina. She then moved to a military base in Germany with her husband and started a family. Eventually, her husband’s military career relocated the family to Tacoma where Franklin has remained ever since. “My first job was in New Jersey, and then New York, then overseas. I made it around the world and ended up here,” she said, laughing. Rosa Franklin '74 is shown

benefit the Pacific Northwest, hope this expanded partnership will bolster the availability of licensed healthcare practitioners. Recognizing the scarcity of occupational and physical therapists, this formalized referral arrangement will create an influx of licensed providers to serve the area. “These new partnerships with PNWU create pathways for PLU graduates to contribute meaningfully to rural and other underserved communities. Our partnership with PNWU exemplifies our commitment to fostering a

looks like and how there’s no ceiling to what you can accomplish. “The fact that finance has no limits – that in and of itself is definitely a big motive.” An old family friend and PLU alumna, Darcy Johnson, referred her to the MSF program. “When I visited PLU I had a really good feeling and I could envision myself here,” Deines said. “I always wanted to achieve financial security and I had a really good gut feeling that PLU would be a good fit.” Deines said she likes the opportunity to help others

Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS) program. PLU and PNWU, each dedicated to preparing students for impactful careers that directly benefit the Pacific Northwest, hope this expanded partnership will bolster the availability of licensed healthcare practitioners. Recognizing the scarcity of occupational and physical therapists, this formalized referral arrangement will create an influx of licensed providers to serve the area. "These new partnerships with PNWU create pathways for PLU graduates to

remarks by Prof. Halvorson, and a fascinating Q&A session with Dr. Liu. To view the lecture in its entirety, click this link. For questions about usage and appropriate citation for this resource, contact Michael Halvorson at halvormj@plu.edu. Our warmest thanks to Dr. Glory M. Liu for visiting Pacific Lutheran University, and to the Benson Family Foundation of Portland, Oregon, for sponsoring the lecture series. Short Biography of Glory M. Liu Glory M. Liu received a PhD in Political Science in 2018

classroom to the courtroom. Kendra Saathoff ’17 spent her summer interning at the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center in Tacoma, marking the third time she’s worked there. However, this was the first time the Krise Internship funded the opportunity. As a result, she received $1,500 in financial assistance for what was otherwise an unpaid internship. “I learn a lot through observation,” Saathoff said. “(This internship) has exposed me to people and realities that I wouldn’t have otherwise known about

’ new book will be available in the fall and the first thousand students to sign up at SeriousBiz will receive it for free. Sears will also teach a core management class in a School of Business master’s program next fall. Read Previous PLU’s Gospel Experience works to bridge cultural gaps and connects campus to larger community Read Next PLU religion professor Seth Dowland discusses his new book “Family Values and the Rise of the Christian Right” (Podcast) COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated

August 4, 2010 The Power of Hope By David Ward, assistant professor of Marriage and Family Therapy As a marriage and family therapist, the couples I work with tend to wait until problems in their relationship have significantly escalated before they seek therapy. Fortunately, amidst the distress, by the end of the session I usually experience a feeling that keeps me loving the work I do with these couples. David Ward sought out to understand hope within the specific context of couples therapy

his back on the finance industry and launch the business in tribute to his grandfather. “There’s no doubt that my grandfather’s gift of designing this tree for our family has been a great thing for me,” Bliss said. “It would make me happy to turn him into a pop culture icon.” The Disneyland Hotel ordered 16 custom trees shortly after Stoecker passed away in 2012. The modern tree display is part of the hotel’s annual holiday décor. Modern Christmas trees have been staged at the governor’s mansion