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the university, as well as experiential learning, like studying abroad or internships or even applied research,” Suzanne Crawford O’Brien, interim dean of interdisciplinary programs, said. “Some students opt for this because they have a dream job in mind — one that doesn’t fit in a more traditional major.” Every year, one to three PLU students graduate with an individualized major that they designed. Lindhartsen says he found the entire process fairly straightforward as his advisors were always on

master’s program in this field.  A lot of pieces fell into place for this opportunity at PLU to happen. I originally applied to other great programs around the country, but when I got the news that PLU would be starting this program, I chose to pass up other opportunities and wait so that I could stay a Lute! Amazing faculty, the scope and style of the program, and an opportunity to coach at the university, were all strong reasons for me to choose the PLU MSK program. What are you most excited to learn

. Her choreography has been commissioned by many festivals and programs throughout the region. She is also the owner and founder of Seattle Ortho Arts Physical Therapy, a physical therapy clinic for performing artists. With her professional focus on the health of the body, Alana’s master class will focus on alignment and joint health specifically for dancers.Ashley RodbroAshley Rodbro is the Associate & Resident Director for Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. She was previously the Resident

have posted photographs of their travels, and visitors can post comments to blog entries. To learn more about the study away opportunities at PLU, visit the Wang Center for International Programs’ Web site, or contact the center at ext. 7577 or wangctr@plu.edu. University Communications staff writer Megan Haley compiled this report. Comments, questions, ideas? Please contact her at ext. 8691 or at haleymk@plu.edu. Photo by Mark Mulder. Read Previous APO, Vpstart Crow support student directors Read

provides community commitment Read Next Recognized for top study away programs 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 Three students share how scholarships support them in their pursuit to make the world better than how they found it June 24, 2024 Kaden Bolton ’24 explored civics and public policy on campus and studying away in Oxford June 12, 2024 PLU welcomes new

team first learned the spectrometer was on its way to PLU. Read Previous Tutoring program provides community commitment Read Next Recognized for top study away programs 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 Three students share how scholarships support them in their pursuit to make the world better than how they found it June 24, 2024 Kaden Bolton ’24 explored

September 15, 2009 Giving a people a voice, a face Filmmaker Neda Sarmast stood in front of more than 200 attending PLU students preparing for the screening of her documentary. Her film, “Nobody’s Enemy: Youth Culture in Iran,” takes the viewer into Iran to learn about, listen to and meet the youth of Iran. The size of the crowd was impressive, exciting to Sarmast. “I was just so moved to see how powerful you are and how powerful your international programs are,” she told the crowd about her

various departments and interests. Stephens agreed with the sentiment and said that OTR trips add to the community aspect that orientation coordinators strive to build. “During orientation we try to get students to interact with as many people as they can,” Stephens said. “It is really the people aspect in combination with learning about the surrounding area to see a broader setting beyond this campus.” Each year many of the OTR trips carry over from previous orientations, but some new programs and

major; to sophomores and juniors who need to connect to experiences outside the classroom; to juniors and seniors who need to polish their job search skills including resume writing, interviewing, and networking skills, Career Connections will be there to guide them along the way. This is a new initiative, and yet it focuses existing programs on campus around the single goal to guide students through their years here at PLU and help them refine their passion and career goals. Career Connections will

Tollefson, her service at Peace Community Center turned into a job. She’s now the elementary programs and public relations director for the center. Looking back, she recognizes how her experiences at PLU prepared her. “When I was a student here I was really really involved in student leadership and I think that is what helped me feel confident enough to go off and do service in a different community,” Tollefson said. Read Previous Lives of Service: It’s what neighbors do Read Next PLU MFA Program