News
J-Term 2013 - Crime and Punishment in the UK
Students from the 2013 J-Term course "Crime and Punishment in the UK" were featured on several UK websites. Check out their stories from the Gloucestershire Constabulary’s Facebook Page and the Scottish Prison Service's website.
PLU Named Top Producer of Fulbright
The Chronicle of Higher Education named PLU the top producer of Fulbright. Currently four PLU graduates are abroad as Fulbright Scholars. Read about them here.
The State of Global Education in Washington
Global Washington is a non-profit, membership based organization committed to strengthening the global development sector of Washington State. In the past year, Global Washington began to explore the importance of global education, specifically for Washington students, and discovered the significance of global understanding in today's world. The Global Education Initiative, a subcommittee of Global WA, recently released a report outlining the state of global education in Washington, providing a rationale for global education, highlighting best practices, and presenting recommendations for improvement. Read the Executive Summary
Higher Salary and Study Abroad
Ever wondered about the relationship between study abroad and employability? Check out this recent study from IES Abroad. The research found that study away enhances one's opportunity to find jobs sooner after graduation - and at a higher salary!