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  • questioning even those things that might be taken as obvious or foundational commitments within these areas. Philosophers do the same in relation to other areas of our society in studying ethics, epistemology, metaphysical and social and political philosophy.  Philosopher Richard Rorty, in his classic Philosophy and the Mirror of Nature notes that this gatekeeper and judge function has for a long time defined (at least in part)what the discipline is and what is means to be a philosopher, “To drop the

  • TACOMA, Wash. (Sept. 15, 2015)—As Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off across the country on Sept. 15, this year’s observation at Pacific Lutheran University takes on extra emphasis with two new campus-wide components: • the revival of a student organization representing Latino/a and Hispanic students, and…

    Diversity Center, include the Latino Youth Summit on Oct. 3 and a Día de Los Muertos celebration on Nov. 1.Latino Studies LectureLast spring, PLU was invited to partner with the Tacoma Art Museum, Centro Latino and the University of Puget Sound in applying for the Latino Americans grant from the American Library Association and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Assistant Professor of Hispanic Studies Emily Davidson in San Juan, Puerto Rico, during a May 2015 research trip. (Photo courtesy

  • Faculty and Staff Financial Services provides accounting and financial services for PLU. We strive to provide the highest quality of service to all customers.

    Faculty and Staff Financial ServicesWho We Are:Faculty and Staff Financial Services provides accounting and financial services for PLU. We strive to provide the highest quality of service to all customers. Services include: Accounting, Accounts Payable, Student Accounts Receivable, Cashier, Purchasing, Student Loan Collections, and Purchase Cards.Important Notes:Mileage Reimbursement Rate 2024 The PLU mileage reimbursement rate of 67 cents per mile (.67) went into effect on January 1, 2024

  • Knutson Lecture

    16th Annual David and Marilyn Knutson Lecture“Bonhoeffer, the Church, and the Climate Question”Rev. Dr. James B. Martin-Schramm '81 Tuesday, November 2, 2021 7:00pm (Pacific time) Zoom Webinar   Contact person: Dr. Agnes Choi, Chair of the Religion Department choiaa@plu.edu Free and Open to the Public Video of the LectureThe 16th annual David and Marilyn Knutson Lecture begins with Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s provocative 1933 essay on “The Church and the Jewish Question” and draws parallels to

  • The Parents and Families website is an information resource for parents, guardians, and families. In many cases, parents and family members have different questions than students do.

    . Student life is active and diverse. The pursuit of a meaningful profession and career is taken seriously. It is all that, and more. PLU faculty and staff encourage students to find their passion in life, and they help students put that passion to good use – for themselves, their communities, and the world. We call this process the pursuit of one’s vocation. It’s very much connected to PLU’s Lutheran heritage and broad educational philosophy.Quick Links Applying for Aid Cost Calculator Student Life

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  • Globally, Pacific Lutheran University alumni come face to face with the international conflicts that are defining the modern era. Some by accident, others by choice.

    adequately expressed,” Boers wrote. “We are so sorry for the lives lost, thankful to be safe, and hopeful that tonight might be transformational in some way, that I, we, might do something to change things.” Globally, Pacific Lutheran University alumni such as Boers are coming face to face with the international conflicts that are defining the modern era. Some by accident, others by choice. Service amid war Dom Calata ’08, a military brat who followed in his father’s footsteps, enrolled in PLU’s ROTC

  • Standing with our Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander community members Posted by: Silong Chhun / March 26, 2021 March 26, 2021 In light of the shootings in the greater metro Atlanta area earlier this month, we yet again mourn in the wake of an act of senseless violence. The impact on Asian and Asian American women nationwide — in conjunction with the rise in hate crimes directed at Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander community members — cannot and should not be ignored. We mourn

  • Interested in a future job at a major tech company? Come and meet a Pacific Lutheran University graduate who successfully followed that career path. Cameron Emerson ’08 graduated from PLU with a degree in Economics. These days the Oregon native works out of Chicago as…

    Economics and Careers Posted by: halvormj / April 20, 2018 Image: Cameron Emerson April 20, 2018 Interested in a future job at a major tech company? Come and meet a Pacific Lutheran University graduate who successfully followed that career path. Cameron Emerson ’08 graduated from PLU with a degree in Economics. These days the Oregon native works out of Chicago as the Midwest manager of Google’s Cloud — and he’s returning to campus to talk about his career, share his experiences at one of the

  • WATCH: Drum Taps: Nine Poems on Themes of War Posted by: Mandi LeCompte / April 21, 2012 April 21, 2012 Join us for the closing event in the 2012 SOAC Focus Series. Enjoy a small gallery in Lagerquist lobby with ceramics and printmaking works. These pieces are inspired by the themes around Drum Taps. May 15, 2012 7:00 Attend a pre-concert panel with Composer Greg Youtz and Veteran Corps Representative Michael Farnum. MBR 334. 7:30 Doors Open – Lagerquist. 8:00 Concert Begins Read Previous

  • Established in 2011, the PLU Peace Scholars Program is designed to deepen understanding of central issues and theories of dialogue, peace-building, conflict, and war.

    global and local peacemakers Congratulations To Our 24-25 Peace Scholars!Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Peace Scholars, Alina Boorse and Taezha Watson! More Info / Application for 25-26 Opens in NovemberBecome a Peace Scholar! Established in 2011, the Peace Scholars Program is designed to deepen understanding of central issues and theories of dialogue, peace-building, conflict, and war. Two students from each of five Lutheran participating colleges and universities form a group of collaborative

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