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  • New Student Orientation, also known as PLU orientation or LUTE Welcome. Whether you are a first-year, transfer, or international student, LUTE Welcome orientation will assist in a smooth and

    designed learning experiences that support students’ academic and social transitions into college. Among these events, New Student Orientation (NSO) is an integral step on Lutes’ journeys toward understanding and expressing the distinctive PLU mission. NSO Learning Objectives Understand and articulate the distinctions of PLU’s approach to education and learning: Lutheran Higher Education; Vocation; and Diversity, Justice and Sustainability.  Begin building relationships with members of the Lute

    New Student Orientation
  • The Department of Art & Design offers students a curriculum that promotes informed creativity, preparing students for careers in the visual arts and lives of artistic inquiry.

    of expression. Our students directly apply what they’re learning in the classroom to real world opportunities and challenges. With this strong foundation, our graduates enter a variety of careers. Many become professionals in print and digital design, consulting, art education, journalism, publishing, speech writing, and other fields including law and public policy. Still others take post-graduate studio positions or pursue graduate school in studio art, art history, or communication. Whatever

    Office Hours
    Monday: 8:00am-4:00pm
    Tuesday: 8:00am-4:00pm
    Wednesday: 8:00am-4:00pm
    Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm
    Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: Closed
    Communication, Media & Design Arts
    Ingram Hall 12180 Park Avenue S. Tacoma, WA 98447
  • PLU French & Francophone Studies. At PLU, you will learn to speak, write, and comprehend French through interactive classes grounded in diverse media forms and cultural contexts.

    and minors apply their skills in the Peace Corps and the Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF). They deepen their learning at top-ranked graduate programs at Johns Hopkins, Columbia, the University of London, and the Graduate Institute of Geneva in diverse fields: International Relations, French, Anthropology, Development. They are employed in K-12 education, international non-profit organizations, public policy think tanks, hospitality, ministry, and more. IAU Aix-en-ProvenceCheck out

    French & Francophone Studies Program
    Administration Building Room 222-G Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) is part of Pacific Lutheran University’s commitment to holistic student development.

    consistent with other students. Inherent in the SR&R process is an element of flexibility that enables the university to address core issues of behavior. SR&R also manages incoming and continuing community education for students. This includes but is not limited to Hazing (every year), drug and alcohol safety, and sexual misconduct.Quick Links Student Care Reporting Form Review Procedures Sexual Misconduct Policy Academic Integrity Policy Active Bystander Information Community PhilosophyAs a member of

    Current Hours
    Monday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    Tuesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    Wednesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: Closed
    Student Rights and Responsibilities
    253-535-8252
    Dean of Students Office In the Health Services Building On the Corner of Park Ave. S and 121st Street Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447
  • PLU offers the most comprehensive music faculty of any private university in the Pacific Northwest. String majors and non-majors alike have access to a rich culture of opportunities to perform

    non-majors alike have access to a rich culture of opportunities to perform orchestral music, chamber music, and early music (taught by faculty with extensive professional experience in authentic performance and baroque strings), as well as opera and musical productions and, of course, solo recitals. Our degree programs are particularly distinguished in the field of music education, where our graduates have gone on to become some of the best known string educators in the region, both in the

    PLU Strings
    Mary Baker Russell Music Center, Room 206 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • The PLU Department of Social Work program is preparation for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, households, groups, communities, and organizations.

    nonprofits and shaping policies, social workers make a difference in diverse roles across communities. AccreditationPLU’s BSW is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The MSW is in the process of being accredited and entered candidacy in 2024.Community Partnerships100% of BSW students get hands-on learning experiences through over 400 hours of field practicum.Pathway to MSWPLU’s BSW graduates can be directly admitted with advanced standing to PLU’s MSW program and automatically

    Heidi Brocious, BSW Program Chair
    Xavier Hall, Room 112 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
    Anissa Rogers, MSW Program Chair
    Xavier Hall, Room 144 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • The International Honors Program is a way to satisfy your Gen Ed requirements at PLU — but in classes that are designed to cut across different academic departments, programs, and labels.

    universe have a purpose? Does human history have a direction? What is ‘home’? IHON is also an alternate way to satisfy your general education requirements at PLU. Instead of taking classes offered by specific academic departments, you’ll take courses designed just for IHON, around problems or questions, using diverse methods and ways of thinking. IHON is for any student in any major – you don’t need to have taken honors classes in high school to be successful in IHON! As long as you have the commitment

    International Honors
    International Honors Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447-0003
  • Office of the President Allan Belton. As the 14th President of Pacific Lutheran University, Allan Belton serves as the university’s chief executive and is responsible for the organization and

    education. Appointed by the PLU Board of Regents in April 2019, President Belton previously served as PLU’s Acting President and Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Prior to coming to PLU, he enjoyed a 25-year career with Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he served most recently as Managing Director and Chief Operations Officer for global treasury management.MissionPresident Belton is working to ensure that PLU continues to prepare students for lives of service, leadership and

    Office of the President
    Hauge Administration, Room 118 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • PLU Health Services is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy campus.  Health Services offers primary healthcare services to ALL PLU students, including graduate and international students.

    manage chronic illnesses like asthma and high blood pressure.  We also offer immunizations, specific men’s and women’s healthcare services, physical examinations, sexual health services, and care for emotional and mental health.Full List of Services How Can We Help? GET CAREPLU Health Services is pleased to offer primary care services to keep you as happy and healthy as possible during your PLU education. More InformationGET TESTEDWe have the ability to conduct certain tests on site.  These include

    Current Hours
    Monday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
    Tuesday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
    Wednesday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
    Thursday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
    Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
    PLU Health Services
    253-536-5042
    Corner of 121st St. S. & Park Ave. S Tacoma, WA 98447 (Back of Building)
  • My Academic Pathway provides you with the basic tools for planning your pathway to academic success at PLU.

    PLU’s commitment to help you discover your career aspirations. However, the PLU approach to career readiness is distinct. A PLU education not only prepares you to excel by building excellent intellectual skills, but also by connecting you with opportunities to realize your potential and find meaning and purpose in your work. Career Connections brings together PLU’s best academic and career planning tools to help you make a seamless transition into the next phase of life. By linking you with the