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  • Biology Courses Take the following two required introductory biology courses: BIOL 225: Molecules, Cells and Organisms BIOL 226: Genes, Evolution, Diversity and Ecology You might also consider some

    sciences; however, virtually all recommend some coursework in these disciplines in order to develop an understanding of human behavior and society.  As of 2015, the revised MCAT exam will test concepts from psychology and sociology in the Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior section of the exam. In addition, the Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills section of the revised MCAT may include passages from cross-cultural studies (anthropology, communication and culture, etc.) and

  • Biology Courses Take the following two required introductory biology courses: BIOL 225: Molecules, Cells and Organisms BIOL 226: Genes, Evolution, Diversity and Ecology You might also consider some

    sciences; however, virtually all recommend some coursework in these disciplines in order to develop an understanding of human behavior and society.  As of 2015, the revised MCAT exam will test concepts from psychology and sociology in the Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior section of the exam. In addition, the Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills section of the revised MCAT may include passages from cross-cultural studies (anthropology, communication and culture, etc.) and

  • See the complete list of Honorary Degree Recipients here.

    of World War II through the Chinese Revolution (1949), the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) and well into the Reform Era of Deng Xiaoping, Professor Rittenberg was witness to extraordinary historical events. He was, however, far from passive. During his three decades in China, Sidney Rittenberg was a direct participant in China’s chaotic and often dangerous political culture, becoming personally acquainted with China’s top leadership—including Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai and others—and often directly

  • Resident Assistants are trained and paid student leaders who are committed to creating an inclusive living/learning community in the residence halls.

    “promoting language immersion, cultural awareness, and global engagement in your community.” KGC RAs will work collaboratively with faculty to enhance learning in this community. Each wing of Kreidler houses a different language or academic focus. The following are the Learning Communities within Kreidler Global Community. Chinese Spanish French International Honors (IHON) Global Studies Native American & Indigenous Studies (NAIS) Additional Qualifications: Enrolled in IHON/Language courses throughout

  • Ed.D. with Superintendent Certification 60 semester hours Superintendent Strand - 16 semester hours EDUC 741: Educational Law, Policy, and Governance (2) EDUC 742: Human Resources in K-12 (2) EDUC

    will look at school funding, applying an equity and instructional lens, to help prioritize and guide district level funding. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role of the superintendent or program leader in advocating for students and programs. (2) EDUC 744 : Community & Family Engagement The primary goal of this course is to assist district leaders in developing the knowledge, skills, and cultural understanding to improve learning and achievement by collaborating with families and

  • The mission of the Master’s in Social Work Program at Pacific Lutheran University is to prepare skilled, ethical, professional service-oriented leaders and change agents who work toward just,

    ability. The course content looks critically at privilege and the ways in which a society’s cultural practices and structure may oppress, marginalize, and alienate some while enhancing power and privilege of others. Students will explore how awareness of these factors influences delivery of social work practice in healthcare and mental healthcare settings. SOCW 532: Social Work Research Methods (4)Social work relies on careful collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data to answer

  • Originally published in 2005 For two weeks of March, 2000, in the vast jungle along Mexico’s southern border with Belize, I joined a team of biologists and hounds in chasing and capturing a wild jaguar. I was in Mexico as a Fulbright Scholar. It took…

    animals seriously is pervasive, and not always subtle. To study nonhuman animals in ways that try to accord them value and dignity is still likely to strike most academics as quaintly marginal, even risible, an easily dismissed sentimentality. Shortly after returning from Mexico, for example, I participated in a conference on animals and representation. Attended mostly by professors in the humanities and in cultural studies, the conference drove home to me the difference between my experience of

  • The PLU School of Business is a community of compassionate faculty, staff, and administrators who provide an excellent business education in a student-centered learning environment grounded in the

    a Business major and/or minor still need to complete all the major and/or minor requirements as listed in this catalog. Business (BUSA) - Undergraduate Courses BUSA 201 : Introduction to Business in the Global Environment Introduces global business as a connected form of decision-making and problem solving across disciplines such as marketing, accounting, finance, operations, and management. Introduces value-generating innovation and explores ethical, cultural, operational, and legal issues in

  • Commonly used phrases and abbreviations at PLU.

    , Music, or Theatre CCross-Cultural Perspectives FFirst-Year Inquiry Seminar WFirst-Year Writing Seminar H1International Honors - 100 level H2International Honors - 200 level H3International Honors - 300 level HGSEHolocaust and Genocide Studies Elective LTLiterature MRMathematical Reasoning NSNatural Sciences, Math, or Computer Science Elective PEPhysical Education Activity Course PHPhilosophy RCChristian Religious Traditions RGGlobal Regligious Traditions SMScience and Scientific Method SOSocial

  • Cassio Vianna, Assistant Professor of Music, Director of Jazz Studies, 2018-present David Deacon-Joyner, Professor of Music, Director of Jazz Studies, 2000-2018 David Robbins, former Chair, PLU Music

    listening experience are proud to have sustained a professional-level summer jazz concert series for twenty years. It is a testament to PLU’s commitment to America’s unique cultural treasure, the wealth of jazz artists in the Northwest, and discerning tastes of the JUTS audience. Here’s to our third decade! The JUTS People That Have Made It Happen through the years:Cassio Vianna, Assistant Professor of Music, Director of Jazz Studies, 2018-present David Deacon-Joyner, Professor of Music, Director of