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Growing into her own: Sarah Davis ’23 discovers her passion for plant biology at PLU https://www.plu.edu/news/archive/2023/04/26/sarah-davis/

project? My capstone project was very much inspired by my passion for plant science, food security and agriculture. I completed my capstone project last spring, where I wrote a literature review focusing on genetic engineering mechanisms to combat environmental stressors — such as flooding and drought — in important agricultural crops … food security is being threatened by the severe weather patterns as a result of climate change. One potential solution to the severe crop losses, loss of food security

My Language. My Choice. https://www.plu.edu/diversity-inclusion/my-language-my-choice/

Words Mean ThingsLearn more Words Can HurtLearn moreWe choose the words we use to communicate with others. Intentionally or unintentionally. The words we choose can have a negative impact on others. They can be experienced differently given context. We must have the courage to learn in public.

Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability (DJS)/Civic Engagement https://www.plu.edu/clubs/club-list/djs-civic-engagement/

reflection on value, want to learn more about basic concepts of social justice and are interested in learning how to create positive change at PLU, the greater Tacoma community, and beyond.African Student AssociationDescription: African Student Association aims to promote African culture by organizing events that will spread diversity and unite students of all backgrounds. Type of Club or Organization: Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability (DJS)/Civic Engagement Meeting Times & Places (Subject to Change

Tom and Holly Buskirk https://www.plu.edu/advancement/tom-and-holly-buskirk/

Fellows, and have supported important construction projects on campus, including the Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Xavier Hall and Morken Center. By supporting PLU students directly through gifts to Q Club, or indirectly though capital projects, Tom knows the unique spirit of service he loved so much as a student will continue for future generations. “PLU was a great place when I was there, and it seems to be an even greater place now,” he said. “I think that has to do with the

University of North Texas Summer NSF-REU https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2021/12/14/university-of-north-texas-summer-nsf-reu/

in the northern outskirts of the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. This program offers interdisciplinary research experiences at the forefront of the chemical sciences. Although our faculty research groups are grounded in “traditional” areas of chemistry (analytical, inorganic, organic, physical), most of their research projects cross boundaries between these areas. A unique aspect of our REU program is that all projects will involve collaboration between two or more research groups, including both

Pierce County Internship Program https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2022/01/21/pierce-county-internship-program/

Pierce County Internship Program Posted by: nicolacs / January 21, 2022 January 21, 2022 Program Benefits: The purpose of the Internship Program is to provide realistic and meaningful work experiences to our community members, while providing Pierce County Departments with interns who bring fresh perspectives and assistance to complete special projects. Interns also have the opportunity to participate in professional development activities, classes, tours, and a holistic perspective of the

2022 Summer REU: Food, Energy, and Water Security at Mississippi State University https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2022/02/24/2022-summer-reu-food-energy-and-water-security-at-mississippi-state-university/

Program activities and work on a research project under the direction of a faculty mentor. The cohort of students will participate in exciting renewable energy research projects as well as professional development, social and outreach activities. Student participants will receive a $5,000 stipend, a housing and meal plan for ten weeks, and travel assistance. Renewable energy offers exciting possibilities for research. Students will be offered the opportunity to engage in research related to the

Paid Summer Scholar Program at Seattle Children’s Hospital https://www.plu.edu/chemistry/news/2023/02/06/paid-summer-scholar-program-at-seattle-childrens-hospital/

, behavioral health, public health, or a related scientific field and currently enrolled (or will be enrolled) in an undergraduate, community, or technical college program. Ideal candidates will be interested in pursuing medical or graduate studies in a biomedical or public health field. Students will participate in authentic basic science, or clinical/translational research projects under the mentorship of experienced researchers and principal investigators. The program also includes professional

Paid Summer Scholar Program at Seattle Children’s Hospital https://www.plu.edu/math/news/paid-summer-scholar-program-at-seattle-childrens-hospital/

, behavioral health, public health, or a related scientific field and currently enrolled (or will be enrolled) in an undergraduate, community, or technical college program. Ideal candidates will be interested in pursuing medical or graduate studies in a biomedical or public health field. Students will participate in authentic basic science, or clinical/translational research projects under the mentorship of experienced researchers and principal investigators. The program also includes professional

W.M. Keck Observatory https://www.plu.edu/physics/keck-observatory/

concentrated on a variety of solar system objects, including the Sun, asteroids, Jupiter, and Saturn. In recent years, students involved in these summer research projects have had the exciting opportunity to deliver oral presentations describing their research at the Murdock College Science Research Conference. These students have also undertaken subsequent astronomy-related senior research projects of their own design. The observatory was built with the support of a $500,000 grant in 1998 from the W.M