Page 8 • (246 results in 0.026 seconds)
-
Transfer students bring wealth of experience Jake Taylor’s college career began a bit differently – he started at another four-year college, Evergreen State College. He decided he wasn’t that wasn’t the best place for him, so he decided to take the long road, taking courses…
laughs at that, but notes that it’s been a great teaching experience – he’s teaching some of the fellow players Spanish, and he’s learning some Norwegian. Taylor plans to major in global studies and journalism, and take those skills back to Tumaco, Columbia, where he plans to do volunteer work in literacy camps. The area is very important to him. He was adopted at an early age, and lived in Gig Harbor, Washington, but Tumaco is where his birth parents are from. He relishes the opportunity to return
-
Why does Carrie Hylander care about social justice? “College is more than just taking class and completing a major,” said Carrie Hylander. “It’s about learning who we are and our place in the world.” By Kari Plog ’11 When Carrie Hylander wrote about diversity issues…
, click here. Read Previous Oil Literacy panel Read Next Crime of My Very Existence 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 Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition November 7, 2024 PLU professors Ann Auman and Bridget Haden share teaching and learning experiences in China November 4, 2024 Lutes celebrate another impactful Bjug Day
-
Welcome to this year’s edition of Prism, which we’re rolling out in a fully digital format. It’s got some great features — links to sites with extra information on topics discussed in our
Dean James Albrecht Greetings from the DeanWelcome to this year’s edition of Prism, which we’re rolling out in a fully digital format. It’s got some great features — links to sites with extra information on topics discussed in our articles, video clips — and you can access it all from your computer, tablet, or smart-phone. Kudos to our editors for this new look, with a special nod to our new colleague Scott Rogers, who counts digital literacy amongst his areas of scholarly expertise. (You can
-
PLU News documents good work Lutes are doing, on and off campus, as they live and pursue lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership and care.
Developed by PLU faculty and managed by PLU students, the Parkland Literacy Center offers support to students grades 6-12 If you polled people, chances are few would raise their hands and volunteer to go back to middle or high school. For many, those were awkward times in just about every way imaginable. For folks that struggled with reading, writing, communication or other subjects, even… November 4, 2019 News, Announcements, Accolades
-
MediaLab students at will premiere their latest documentary virtually on Thursday, April 1. Eyes Above: Militarization of Sacred Land explores how the Tohono O’odham Nation in southern Arizona grapples with the encroaching surveillance technologies implemented on their land as the United States further militarizes its…
will be sent to you a few days before the premiere. Read Previous How To Make Your Scholarship Application Into a Work of Art Read Next Media Literacy J-Term Projects LATEST POSTS Meet Professor Junichi Tsuneoka August 20, 2024 Pacific Lutheran University Communication students help forgive nearly $1.9M in medical debt in Washington, Idaho, and Montana May 20, 2024 PLU Faculty Directs Local Documentary November 8, 2022 Scholarship Application Tips October 17, 2022
-
Why does Angela Pierce care about social justice? “Social justice to me is speaking up for those who are left unheard,” said Angela Pierce, “and helping others find their place.” By Kari Plog ’11 Angela Pierce is the daughter of a Filipino mother and a…
,” she said. “You can get involved just by speaking up in class.” To see why other PLU Diversity Advocates care about social justice, click here. Read Previous Oil Literacy panel Read Next Crime of My Very Existence 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 Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition November 7, 2024 PLU professors Ann
-
Director of STEM Education Minor | STEM Education | simicmka@plu.edu | 253-535-7034 | Ksenija Simić-Muller received her undergraduate degree in Theoretical Mathematics at the University of Belgrade in Serbia (former Yugoslavia), and her masters and doctoral degrees from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh.
. "There are different ways you can be good at math”: Quantitative literacy, mathematical modeling, and reading the world." PRIMUS Vol. 29, 2019: 259-280. Simic-Muller, K. "Motherhood and teaching: Radical care." Journal of Humanistic Mathematics Vol. 8, 2019: 188-198. Accolades 2023 Pacific Northwest Section of the MAA Distinguished Teaching Award 2018 National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant to support "Building Capacity to Prepare STEM Majors to Become STEM Educators" 2017 PLU Faculty Excellence
-
We assist students and families in the financial aid process, including completing the FAFSA and WASFA applications, applying for federal and private alternative loans and understanding all the
continuing eligibility. We work to educate students for lives of financial success through financial literacy programs, including understanding and managing student loan borrowing and personal finances.Quick Links Refund Request Form Utilizing Banner Self Service 24/7 Satisfactory Academic Progress (UG) Satisfactory Academic Progress (GR) Tuition Insurance Information CARES Act Reporting CRRSAA Reporting ARP ReportingPacific Lutheran University’s FAFSA School Code: 003785 FAQs Applying for Financial
-
Chair of Mathematics | Department of Mathematics | simicmka@plu.edu | 253-535-7034 | Ksenija Simić-Muller received her undergraduate degree in Theoretical Mathematics at the University of Belgrade in Serbia (former Yugoslavia), and her masters and doctoral degrees from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh.
, K., & Simic-Muller, K. "Making art in math class during the pandemic. Journal of Humanistic Mathematics." Journal of Humanistic Mathematics Vol. 11, 2021: Simic-Muller, K. "There are different ways you can be good at math”: Quantitative literacy, mathematical modeling, and reading the world." PRIMUS Vol. 29, 2019: 259-280. Simic-Muller, K. "Motherhood and teaching: Radical care." Journal of Humanistic Mathematics Vol. 8, 2019: 188-198. Accolades 2023 Pacific Northwest Section of the MAA
Office HoursM W F: 10:20 am - 11:15 amM W F: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmMon - Fri: - -
Cammocks ensure PLU remains a place for students to grow By Chris Albert There is one thing Craig Cammock ’91 finds to be true every time he encounters a Lute in the world: “They’re always a pleasure to run into.” It’s a big reason why…
was a semester in Vienna, Austria. The experience did wonders in shaping Cammock and providing the bridge to adulthood. He couldn’t be happier to see the university embrace global education and see the programs grow. “I think it’s just a great thing to do,” Cammock said. “No matter where you go.” Read Previous Oil Literacy panel Read Next Crime of My Very Existence COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently
Do you have any feedback for us? If so, feel free to use our Feedback Form.