Lute Lingo Every university has it's own language. The following is a comprehensive (and
ever expanding) list of terms that you may read, hear, or speak
during your years at PLU! ASPLU - Associated Students of Pacific Lutheran University - YOUR student government! ASPLU's offices are located on the ground floor of the 'UC' (see below). ASPLU meets on Tuesday nights throughout the academic year. Campus Voice - A weekly e-publication that features an event calendar, information on noteworthy Lutes and links to everything from the Dining Services menu to local and national news services. The campus web cam is a neat feature as well! CK - Chris Knutzen Hall. This large meeting hall, located in the UC, is used for everything from dances to campus meetings. It divides into two rooms, usually called "CK West" and "CK East". Dogpatch Olympics - This freshman experience is not to be missed! Round one of this traditional series of field games is held on Saturday, September 8 on Foss Field. Winners of this round will compete during half-time of our first home football game vs. Azusa Pacific on Saturday, September 14. On-campus residents will learn more from their RHC. Off-campus residents will receive information in the commuter lounges and via off-campus senators. EMAL - "Every Man A Lute". This phrase is the rallying call for PLU's champion football team, which takes pride in representing PLU to heart both on and off the field. Epass - An ePass is a combination of a username and a password that allows you to log into the on-line resources at PLU. The one you'll probably use the most often is PLU Webmail. Also, your PLU e-mail address is based off of your ePass username. For instance, if your username is smithja, then your e-mail address is smithja@plu.edu. Your ePass password is also your e-mail password. If you are a PLU student, you should have an ePass. You can get one by going here. EXPLORE! - The First-Year Student Retreats that occur each J-Term. EXPLORE! is an overnight retreat that brings together first-year students, faculty and staff to reflect upon life's purpose related to our educational journey. Foss Field - The field bordered by Foss Hall (east), Rieke Science Center (west), Names Fitness Center and Memorial Gym (south) and Hinderlie Hill (north). Dogpatch Olympics will be held here, as will all kinds of campus gatherings throughout the year. Frisbee players will almost always find some friends on Foss Field. Orientation Guides - Returning PLU student staff who help organize and implement new student orientation. The students will help you check-in, facilitate orientation discussions and much more! Lute(s) - 1. One who shares the pride and commitment that comes from being a member of the Pacific Lutheran University community; "I am a LUTE!" 2. Any of PLU's outstanding athletic teams; "Go LUTES!" Lutecard - Do you have questions about what your LuteCard does, or what to do if you lose it? Check here for all of your questions, or Contact Us for any information we don't cover! Pac Ave - Pacific Ave, Washington State Route 7...The really busy north to south road two blocks east of campus. Playfair - A fun and crazy orientation tradition that helps you meet the other 900 new students at PLU! This fun and crazy game time has been know to leave participants laughing, sweaty and grinning from ear to ear. Join the fun Friday afternoon of orientation, as you mix and mingle with other new students. Shorts and sneakers suggested. RA - Resident Assistant Red Square - An upper campus gathering space between Eastvold Chapel and Harstad Hall. It's the square space...with red "musical" bricks! RHC - Residence Hall Council RHA - Residence Hall Association UC - The University Center building, home to the CK, ASPLU, The Commons and Orientation Headquarters! Wild Hope - "What will you do with your one wild and precious life?" |