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  • Article originally published by The Balance on February 28, 2017 by Gigi DeVault The term netnography derives its name from ethnography and net – as in “the Internet.” Ethnography is a form of qualitative research conducted by researchers who enter – and gather data within…

    traditional ethnographic research and the free behavior of people on the Internet, was coined by Dr. Robert V. Kozinets, Professor of Marketing and Chair of the Marketing Department at Schulich School of Business at York University. Social Media and Netnography Social media research is subject to the same biases as any other form of research. Researchers tend to fall into quantitative camp or the qualitative camp, and so do the clients who commission and purchase their social media research findings. As

  • Locals embrace Lutes as they meet living legends, learn about vibrant events such as Carnival and Panorama, and develop valuable racial consciousness within a multicultural society that celebrates

    -island Caribbean nation Trinidad and Tobago. All things considered, she knew her home well. But in 2004, her perspective changed. With the help of a government-funded scholarship, she enrolled alongside Pacific Lutheran University students who were studying away at the University of the West Indies at St. Augustine, less than an hour from where she was raised. Immersed as a local in PLU’s program, she started seeing her home through new eyes. “The government saw lots of foreigners were coming here

  • Lutheran Studies Conference

    for congregations and individuals on the book by Dr. Deanna Thompson Glimpsing Resurrection: Cancer, Trauma and Ministry Questions?Contact University Chair of Lutheran Studies, Dr. Marit Trelstad at marit.trelstad@plu.edu or Director of Congregational Engagement, Kendall Jeske at jeskekj@plu.edu.Video of the Conference ScheduleConference SchedulePast ConferencesMoreKeynote SpeakerSpeaker Bio The conference is free and open to the public and is made possible by the generosity of the anonymous

    Dr. Marit Trelstad, University Chair in Lutheran Studies
  • September 1, 2011 President Loren J. Anderson gives his 20th and final state of the university address before faculty and staff Wednesday, Aug. 31 in Olson Auditorium. (Photo by John Froschauer) The State of PLU By Chris Albert During PLU’s Fall Conference, President Loren J. Anderson gave his 20th and final state of the university address on Aug. 31 in Olson Auditorium. Before PLU faculty and staff, he reflected on a year of achievement, the “Epic Moments” of the past year and the future

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March 10, 2016)- Bradford Andrews has spent a decade inviting his students to participate in archaeological research in the Mount Rainier area. This year, the work helped uncover details about prehistoric hunting groups. “This is the sort of opportunity that can only come…

    decade inviting his students to participate in archaeological research in the Mount Rainier area. This year, the work helped uncover details about prehistoric hunting groups.“This is the sort of opportunity that can only come from having relationships with your professors,” said Emma Holm ’17, who worked this year on the project. “I really wanted to take advantage of undergraduate opportunities.” Andrews, associate professor of anthropology at Pacific Lutheran University, works in conjunction with

  • John de Mars ’09 spends a lot of time outdoors, and his passion helped inform the recipe for the most recent product for his hot sauce company.

    LLC, which he’s built from the ground up over the past several years — with help, in part, from a business competition at Pacific Lutheran University. (Video by Rustin Dwyer, PLU) Expedition Sauce is hot sauce designed for adventure — a portable alternative to the company’s flagship brand, Rooster Sauce — inspired by its creator’s sense of adventure. “It’s a unique way to carry gourmet flavor with you when you’re outside and on the go,” de Mars said of the spicy sauce in a squeeze tube. “The

  • TACOMA, WASH. (March 31, 2016)- The state Legislature has adjourned, following a 60-day regular session and a 20-day overtime session. The budget adopted by lawmakers maintains current funding levels for the State Need Grant program, despite earlier proposals to cut as much as $9 million.…

    attending Pacific Lutheran University. The compromise was the result of students, educators, business and community leaders, and university presidents contacting their representatives. Advocates for maintaining the vital funding flooded 91 state House members with more than 790 individual emails and dozens of phone calls. Some held meetings with their representatives, as well, sending a strong message that maintaining SNG funding is a priority. Currently at PLU, 653 students receive SNG funding; 203 of

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Dec. 9, 2015)- Pacific Lutheran University admission representatives will begin spreading the word on Tuesday, Dec. 15, about the new 253 PLU Bound Scholarship. Admission Office staff members will fan out on that day and talk with area high school students, teachers and…

    PLU Scholarship Awards Full Tuition to Eligible 253 Area Code Students Posted by: Zach Powers / December 9, 2015 Image: (Image courtesy of 253heart.com) December 9, 2015 By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Dec. 9, 2015)- Pacific Lutheran University admission representatives will begin spreading the word on Tuesday, Dec. 15, about the new 253 PLU Bound Scholarship.Admission Office staff members will fan out on that day and talk with area high school students, teachers

  • Pacific Lutheran University’s Sponsored Programs Relations team helps faculty to identify and submit proposals to grant-making entities to grow support for research, curricular or programmatic

    Federal Funding Opportunities Check out our list of Federal grant links More Information Congratulations to the School of Nursing PLU School of Nursing secures $1.4 million to treat state’s health care shortages More Information Sponsored ProgramsPacific Lutheran University’s Sponsored Programs Relations team helps faculty to identify and submit proposals to grant-making entities to grow support for research, curricular or programmatic enhancements and university priorities. Our primary goal is

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