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an organization called Witness for Peace to examine the effects of recent trade policies on communities of indigenous people in rural areas of Mexico. Witness for Peace argues that, while free trade may have benefited consumers in industrialized countries, it has also decimated many rural communities of Mexico. Our group visited two communities in Southern Mexico: the region of the Mixteca in Oaxaca and the community of Tzajalchen in Chiapas. What we witnessed in these communities were indigenous
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conversation. “Being intentional about looking for those opportunities has been probably one of the biggest things,” she says. In her extremely busy, multifaceted role, Lisa often hears that she brings calm and peace. “We work in a very chaotic environment, so bringing a sense of stability and a sense of peace is something valuable. I hear that feedback a lot.” Woods can also translate between different groups of people, so they can hear what the others are saying. “I think it’s a gift because of my
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Professor Wendy Shore receives 2023 Faculty Excellence Award in Mentoring Posted by: Jeffrey Roberts / January 25, 2024 Image: Professor of Psychology Wendy Shore (PLU Photo / Sy Bean) January 25, 2024 By Jeffrey RobertsPLU Marketing & Communications The Faculty Excellence Award in Mentoring recognizes the efforts of a faculty member who serves as a personal or professional guide to students or colleagues and makes a profound difference in the lives of others as a role model, confidant, critic
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, don’t worry there’s plenty of time. Visit http://www.zipcar.com/plu to learn how to join PLU’s Zipcar network. The survey deadline is April 30. If you have any questions, please contact the University Transportation Coordinator, Gretchen Howell at ext. 7185 or commute@plu.edu. Read Previous PLU students to take part in Nobel Peace Prize Forum Read Next MediaLab returns with a new groundbreaking documentary COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have
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Dr. Erik Arnits ’11 relies on his medical training – and sense of humor – as an ER doctor in Central Washington Posted by: nicolacs / April 19, 2023 Image: Image: Dr. Erik Arnits ’11 works as assistant director of the emergency department in Moses Lake’s Samaritan Healthcare with the group Sound Physicians. (Photo by Sy Bean/PLU) April 19, 2023 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer PLU, Dr. Erik Arnits ’11 studied biology and chemistry as a double major. At first, he thought
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Dr. Erik Arnits ’11 relies on his medical training – and sense of humor – as an ER doctor in Central Washington Posted by: Zach Powers / April 19, 2023 Image: Dr. Erik Arnits ’11 works as assistant director of the emergency department in Moses Lake’s Samaritan Healthcare with the group Sound Physicians. (Photo by Sy Bean/PLU) April 19, 2023 By Lora ShinnPLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer At PLU, Dr. Erik Arnits ’11 studied biology and chemistry as a double major. At first, he thought
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that Hacker hasn’t experienced firsthand. “Every example she gives is an example from experience,” said Hacker’s student Matt Leslie ’13, who is pursuing a sports psychology minor. “Not only does it help you validate what she’s saying, it helps you put a picture to it. It’s really easy to picture some of the more complex concepts.” Many of these examples come from her work with national teams and professional and Olympic athletes, which began in 1995 when she started working with the U.S. National
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peace and reconciliation.PLU Director of Choral Activities Richard Nance says the concert, at 3 p.m. in Lagerquist Concert Hall, is an opportunity for PLU community members to continue to process the results of the 2016 election and reflect on the social conflicts that currently divide the United States.Music is often turned to in times of heightened emotion. What qualities of music, and perhaps especially the experience of music performed live, makes it so cathartic? Music speaks to the heart in a
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they belong and are valued and subsequently pursue a variety of professions,” says Ceynar. Department Chair of Psychology Jon Grahe agrees. “Mason’s work echoes the goals of PLU to identify and enable pathways toward a more equitable future,” says Grahe. “Her book, and larger message, can help us navigate challenges and assist us in overcoming them.” Co-founded by Mason, The Academic Pipeline Project (APP) is an Atlanta-based organization that educates audiences through webinars, trainings, and
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How to be a Lute: Let’s Spend a Day in Tacoma Posted by: vcraker / May 26, 2021 May 26, 2021 Ready to explore? Tacoma native Lindsey Hansen ’22 shares some highlights of her favorite Tacoma hang-out spots. Read Previous Interested in studying Psychology? Read Next How to be a Lute: How to weather the Pacific Northwest weather LATEST POSTS Summer Reading Recommendations July 11, 2024 Stuart Gavidia ’24 majored in computer science while interning at Amazon, Cannon, and Pierce County June 13, 2024
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