Summer Updates

The campus is too quiet!
We miss you and look forward to your return in September.

Computers

All student computers connected to the PLU network must have a current anti-virus subscription on them. PLU provides this software free. Please download the free anti-virus software at www.plu.edu/antivirus and begin your anti-virus service. You will need your ePass. Failure to do so may incur a penalty or restriction from the PLU network.

Summer Projects

• New energy-efficient washers and dryers will be installed in the residence halls.
• Wireless internet connections will be installed throughout Foss, Hong and one other hall to be determined over the summer.
• Hinderlie and Hong Halls are receiving structural upgrades to fortify the buildings in case of earthquake.
• The interior of Hong Hall will be painted and new carpet installed.  A new front desk is being built to enhance the community feel of the lobby.
• Six units in South Hall will be updated as a part of our ongoing maintenance plan.
• The front desk in Stuen Hall will be reconfigured and relaminated.
• Improvements will be made to Ordal Hall's shower rooms with new shower pans and drain lines.
• Harstad Hall's north ground-floor entrance will be updated with a new card swipe system, installed by the Campus Safety entrance.
• With the extended open hours of Mortvedt Library, a key card system will be installed to reinforce security during late hours.
• A new geosciences lab will be in Rieke.
• The West Hauge parking lot is being redesigned, paved and landscaped.
• The acoustical drapes in Lagerquist Hall will be replaced.
• The tennis courts south of 124th Street will be resurfaced.

2009-2010 Student Planner

The Daily Planner and Student Handbook is pre-printed with important PLU information! Residential students will receive their planners during move-in.  New off-campus students will receive a planner during Orientation.  Students can also pick one up at the Student Involvement & Leadership Office, Student Services Center or the Student Life Office beginning September 8.

Student Code of Conduct

PLU is a community in which every member has a vital role in creating and maintaining a positive educational environment. Therefore, each student is expected to be familiar with and uphold all university policies. Please review the Code of Conduct at www.plu.edu/print/handbook. Ignorance of policy is not an excuse for violating it! Please contact the Student Involvement & Leadership Office at 253-535-7195 (conduct@plu.edu) if you have any questions about PLU’s conduct expectations or procedures.

Orientation & On the Road

Check out www.plu.edu/new for this fall's orientation events: First Year, Transfer, International Student Schedules, On the Road and Parent Information.

Residential Students

Make sure you signed up for a meal plan and completed your Housing and Meal Plan Contract online. If you have any questions about living on-campus, please contact the Residential Life Office at 253-535-7200 or rlif@plu.edu. Roommate assignments will be mailed during the first week of August.

Hall Opening

The residence halls open for check-in beginning Thursday, September 3. New student (first-year and transfer) check-in begins at 9 a.m. This early opening is intended to give new students an opportunity to settle in prior to orientation events starting in the afternoon. Returning students are welcome to begin check-in at 11 a.m. South Hall opens Monday, August 31 for all residents.

During Welcome Weekend (Thursday, September 3 through Sunday, September 6) the halls will be staffed for check-in until 9 p.m. Check-ins prior to opening (September 3) are by prearrangement only. This is coordinated by coaches, advisors and supervisors. Only students pre-approved by their coach, advisor, or supervisor will be considered for early arrival.

Off-Campus Students

Off-campus students must keep a current address on file with the Student Services Center. Go online at www.plu.edu/~ssvc and click Downloadable Forms, and then Address Confirmation Form. Return the form to the Student Services Center.

Visit Your Bookstore:
Garfield Book Company at PLU

Garfield Book Company at PLU is located at the corner of Garfield and Pacific in the new Garfield Commons development. Open seven days a week, your new bookstore is also a hub of activity for campus and our local community.

Order Your Textbooks in Two Clicks!

Ordering your textbooks can be easy, quick and completed in just two clicks! Just visit the PLU bookstore at www.garfieldbookcompany.com, click on "textbooks," enter your student ID and your birth date, and choose texts for your classes on one easy page. We will assemble all of your books in a convenient, pre-paid book bag for fast in-store pick-up. Fall text books go on sale August 25th.

Chapel in Lagerquist

Ecumenical chapel services begin Wednesday, September 9, at 10:30 a.m. in Lagerquist Concert Hall.  All are invited. Chapels take place M-W-F all year.

Convocation and Campus Involvement and Job Fair

President Anderson invites new and continuing students, as well as family members, to Convocation.  This annual tradition opens the academic year by welcoming our new students and faculty.  Dr. Anderson will share his vision for the 120th academic year at PLU.  Please note that all classes are canceled during convocation, and all campus offices are closed as well.  (See schedule below.)

The Campus Involvement and Job Fair and Campus Reception follow Convocation in Red Square.  This is a chance to check out leadership, involvement and job opportunities on campus.  It is also the traditional fall reunion for faculty, staff and students who can’t wait to share their summer adventures with friends!

See you in September!

Classes begin Tuesday, September 8, with a special Convocation opening day schedule: