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2016 Department of Philosophy EventsThe Department of Philosophy has had an active event schedule this year. These events have spanned a wide range of philosophically interesting themes and socially relevant issues. Here are some highlights: In October, Eric Ruthford (PLU ’01) and Emeritus Professor of Philosophy Paul Menzel held a panel discussion titled “Determining the Value of Life” about beginning of life and end of life decision making. In February, the department hosted the 3rd Food

South Hall PoliciesSouth Hall is a unique living experience in many ways.  To fully understand all policies, Residential Life strongly suggests that students fully review the South Hall Housing Guide. Alcohol: Possession and/or consumption of alcohol is permitted in a South Hall apartment if all assigned residents are 21 years of age or older and have completed an alcohol education session provided by residence life staff.  Possession of an open container is prohibited in common areas and when

Health & SafetyHealth and safety at PLU is both a right and responsibility. The university has detailed those rights and responsibilities in our written Occupational Health, Safety and Accident Prevention Program. Supervisors in particular should become familiar with these policies and procedures in order to effectively manage worksite safety training requirements and enforcement of safe work practices.Work InjuriesThe Washington State Department of Labor and Industries requires employers to

Performance': A Qualitative Study on Women and Indivisible Disability in the Workplace""Mira Johnson - "An Analysis of Male and Female Social Media Use: Applying Goffman's Presentation of Self"Mylie McDonald - "The Experiences of Women Working in a Male Dominated Career"PresentationSam Niven - "Legal Cynicism and How It Impacts Youth's Perception of the Criminal Justice System"Alissa Ouanesisouk - "Reasons Why You Might Not Be Hired: Gender Inequalities in Hiring"PresentationAniya Pickett - "Life After

Pacific Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in education for all students without regard to a person’s race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other status protected by law.  The university community will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or abuse of or toward any member of the university community. The University holds as basic the integrity and well

Operating a vehicle on the inner campus is strictly regulated.  All vehicles must adhere to a five mile per hour speed limit.  Student vehicles are not usually permitted on the inner campus except during official move-in and out days.  For the purpose of driving on campus, these dates are defined as the three days following the opening of the residence halls in fall and three days prior to the closing of the residence halls in spring.  Students may also drive on campus the last day of classes

Orchestra Clinics at PLUEach year youth orchestras and orchestras from high schools, junior highs and middle schools from throughout the region visit our campus in order to receive a clinic session from our faculty members. A clinic session can be a useful opportunity in a number of ways. Your students have a chance to receive feedback similar to what they might expect at a festival. Your students receive solid teaching like you provide, but with a fresh voice and perspective. Your ensemble can

Symposium. noun. /simˈpōzēəm/ A formal meeting at which experts discuss a particular topic: a drinking party or convivial discussion, especially as held in ancient Greece after a banquet. International SymposiumThe biennial international symposium at PLU is one of the ways that the Wang Center supports the university’s goal of being an ever more globally focused university. PLU is nationally recognized for its international study away experiences that immerse students in other cultures and

interested in the top-notch speakers and compelling topics at the downtown Tacoma Sheraton. It represents another major step in the development of PLU as a globally-focused university that engages every student in the task of understanding the diverse, wonderful and sometimes difficult world.Building Bridges“This symposium symbolizes our commitment to educate global citizens and peace builders, and to offer PLU to this community and region as a place where global issues are studied and discussed,” PLU

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