Important Information for New ParentsEncourage your first-year student to participate in MAP-Works!
First-year students will receive an e-mail from the
Office of Student Life
during the week of September 21 inviting them to take part in the
MAP-Works online survey. Please encourage your student to make use of
this complimentary, personalized tool in order locate those campus
resources that will make their college career a success!
Read full article Do not miss Parents and Family Welcome!
The following are a few examples of questions commonly raised during the annual Parents and Family Welcome, a parent panel, held during
Orientation Weekend. Be sure to stop by this year's panel on Thursday, September 3rd from 3:30-5:00 for a chance to have your questions answered!
Read full articleRoommates: Sharing your home with someone new!
Your student and their roommate are about to embark on one of the most interesting adventures of their lives! On-campus living may be the most unique and rewarding part of your student's college experience, and getting to know their roommate is where it all begins. It is strongly encouraged that your student contacts their roommate before arriving to campus. Email is great, but having a phone conversation really takes them a step forward in getting to know each other.
Read full article2009-2010 Freshman & Transfer Student Checklist
Welcome to Pacific Lutheran University! You are strongly encouraged to refer to this
2009-20010 Freshman & Transfer Student Checklist for information to help your student navigate and complete some basic requirements for PLU. Each section reflects important information and requirements your student may have already completed or needs to complete.
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