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Here's What's Happening

Here's Whats Happening during the 2008 AP* Summer Institute

July 13-18, 2007

The following is a list of activities happening during the 2008 AP* Summer Institute. We cordially invite you to participate in any or all events!
Schedule is subject to change.

Sunday, July 13th:
2:00 – 7:00 pm Residence Hall Check-In at South Hall- There you will be able to check-in and get your room assignment. At this time you may also pick up your AP packet and get a PLU I.D. Card

Monday, July 14th:
7:00 – 8:00 am – Check-In if you did not check in on Sunday. 8:00 – 9:00 am - Orientation and Reception to welcome you to the campus in Centennial Square (weather permitting) Breakfast will be included.
9:00 am – 4:30 pm – AP Classes in Session
    2:00 – 3:00 pm - Afternoon Refreshments.
4:30 – 7:00 pm - Round Table Discussion of current AP topics. Representatives from the PLU School of Education and Admissions Office will be available to answer questions. Assorted appetizers and beverages will be served.

Tuesday, July 15th:
8:30 am – 4:30 pm – AP Classes in Session
     10:00 – 11:00 am - Morning Refreshments
     2:00 – 3:00 pm - Afternoon Refreshments
4:30 – 6:00 pm – Social Hour. A chance to relax and visit with other AP participants. Appetizers & beverages provided)
5:00 – 9:00 pm - Van Shuttle to Ruston Way. This is your chance to see some of the sights along Commencement Bay and sample restaurants along the waterfront.


Wednesday, July 16th:
8:30 am – 4:30 pm – AP Classes in Session
     10:00 – 11:00 am – Lute Lunch
     11:30 am – 1:00 pm - All Campus Raspberry Festival in Centennial Square. Come enjoy a fruit dessert and live entertainment with the rest of the PLU community.
4:30 – 6:00 pm – Social Hour. A chance to relax and visit with other AP participants
5:00 – 9:00 pm - Visit Downtown Tacoma – Interesting Restaurants, Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, and Tacoma Art Museum. Admission to the History Museum is free, Museum of Glass is $10, and the Tacoma Art Museum is $6.50.

Thursday, July 17th:
8:30 am – 4:30 pm – AP Classes in Session
     10:00 – 11:00 am - Morning Refreshments
     2:00 – 3:00 pm - Afternoon Refreshments
4:30 – 6:00 pm – Social Hour . A chance to relax and visit with other AP participants
7:00 – 9:00 pm Live Jazz Under The Stars in the PLU outdoor amphitheater and admission is free.  Greg Williamson and the Pony Boy Large Ensemble will be performing and tours of PLU's observatory will be available after the concert

Friday July 18th:
8:30 am – 12:00 noon. – AP Classes in Session
     10:00 – 11:00 am - Morning Refreshments
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm – Check Out of South Hall. (Note: Earlier check out is available from 7:00-9:00 am)


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For more details about After Hours click here and for more information about activities to do around campus click here.