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  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 3, 2019) — A new $2.8 million federal grant will help increase the number of PLU Doctor of Nursing Practice students who can serve rural and underserved populations in Washington. The grant, from the federal Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), will…

    populations in Washington.The grant, from the federal Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), will strengthen training partnerships between the university and healthcare practices in those communities. And it will help train graduates in the use of telehealth, a growing area of modern healthcare that employs computer and video technology to connect patients and practitioners virtually.“We are trying to grow the nurse-practitioner workforce so that they can practice in multiple settings,” said

  • Rents are rising in Tacoma and surrounding areas, becoming increasingly unaffordable for vulnerable populations. What should be done? Pacific Lutheran University’s Ruth Anderson Public Debate will examine the rising cost of housing in Tacoma and whether a policy for rent control should be instituted. Brandi…

    2019 Ruth Anderson Public Debate Posted by: Reesa Nelson / September 12, 2019 September 12, 2019 By Reesa NelsonMarketing & Communications ManagerRents are rising in Tacoma and surrounding areas, becoming increasingly unaffordable for vulnerable populations. What should be done? Pacific Lutheran University’s Ruth Anderson Public Debate will examine the rising cost of housing in Tacoma and whether a policy for rent control should be instituted. Brandi Kruse, Q13 News Anchor and Host of The

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 27, 2017)- Maria Chavez leads with her own experience when she addresses academic opportunity and achievement. Specifically, she empathizes with students who come from marginalized populations. Chavez, chair and associate professor of politics and government, identifies as Latina. She’s a native Spanish…

    populations of students, engage lifelong learning partners through meaningful professional development, and foster cross-sector collaboration on issues related to student access and readiness. “It’s important that, if we want a strong democracy, we must have inclusion from all voices,” Chavez said. Inclusion of all voices is paramount to educational success for all students, marginalized or otherwise, she added. “The more connected we are, the better able we are to improve society. Diversity in profession

  • TACOMA, WASH. (Sept. 27, 2017)- Maria Chavez leads with her own experience when she addresses academic opportunity and achievement. Specifically, she empathizes with students who come from marginalized populations Chavez, chair and associate professor of politics and government, identifies as Latina. She’s a native Spanish…

    on increasing educational attainment by supporting historically marginalized, underrepresented and underserved students across the lifespan of learning. The theme for this year’s event, which takes place Oct. 19 at Central Washington University, is “Advancing Equity, Expanding Opportunity, Increasing Attainment.” Participants will share effective strategies for educational success among underserved populations of students, engage lifelong learning partners through meaningful professional

  • School of Nursing Program Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to incorporate the dimensions of person, nursing, and environment to promote health in a variety of nursing situations. Provide evidence-based clinically competent care of individuals, families, and communities in a variety of settings across diverse populations. Enact the role of service as a professionally educated member of...

    School of Nursing Program Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to incorporate the dimensions of person, nursing, and environment to promote health in a variety of nursing situations. Provide evidence-based clinically competent care of individuals, families, and communities in a variety of settings across diverse populations. Enact the role of service as a professionally educated member of society. Employ principles of ethical leadership, quality improvement, and cost effectiveness to foster the

  • The review time is typically shorter than other categories of review (~6-8 days).

    populations The HPRB will want to make sure that investigators are adequately protecting the privacy and confidentiality of participants.Minimal risk >>>Minimal risk means that the probability and magnitude of harm or discomfort anticipated in the research are not greater than those ordinarily encountered in daily life or during the performance of routine physical or psychological examinations or tests. Vulnerable populations >>>Vulnerable populations include children under 18 years of age, clinical

  • The review time is typically shorter than other categories of review (~6-8 days).

    from behavioral interventions that are brief in duration, harmless, not physically invasive, not likely to have a significant adverse lasting impact and unlikely to be considered offensive or embarrassing by participants. What research qualifies for Expedited Review?Research may qualify for expedited review if it involves: no more than minimal risk to participants no vulnerable populations The HPRB will want to make sure you are adequately protecting the privacy and confidentiality of

  • The review time is typically shorter than other categories of review (~6-8 days).

    histories, focus groups, program evaluation, or human factors evaluation; and/or from behavioral interventions that are brief in duration, harmless, not physically invasive, not likely to have a significant adverse lasting impact and unlikely to be considered offensive or embarrassing by participants. What research qualifies for Expedited Review?Research may qualify for expedited review if it involves: no more than minimal risk to participants no vulnerable populations The HPRB will want to make sure

  • Assistant Professor of Social Work | Department of Social Work | rwinnett@plu.edu | 253-535-7144 | Dr.

    Expertise Health Care Health Care and Homelessness Mental Health in Adult Populations Substance Use in Adult Populations Health Care Social Work From A Global Perspective Selected Publications Homeless and Hospitalized: A Case Study of Intervention to Support Collaborative Behavior and Safety (2024) The Experiences of Hospital Social Workers Who Care for Homeless Patients: A Phenomenological Study (2022) Books Navigating Human Service Organizations: Essential Information for Thriving and Surviving in

  • Pacific Lutheran University is excited to announce our partnership with Teaching Channel with Learners Edge to offer continuing education opportunities to teachers!

    their first choice for continuing education graduate credits. An affordable and accessible way to earn continuing education credits, classes range between 1-3 graduate credits. Focus areas include: Teaching Excellence Instructional Strategies Classroom Management Literacy Brain-Based Special Populations Technology Leadership Early Childhood Design and Assessment Custom Independent Study In addition, candidates may pursue specialized continuing education certificates (non-endorsement) in areas such