“What do you love about PLU?”
The PLU community is a vibe. In this video, students sound off about what they love about being a Lute. From the small class sizes, to faculty support, to the sense of belonging…PLU’s campus culture is a big reason why students thrive. Want to see…

You Ask, We Answer: How do I understand my financial aid offer(s)?
You’ve received your financial aid offer from PLU (and maybe some other schools?) and there’s a lot of info and terms that may be new to you and your family. What does it all mean? And how did PLU (and other universities) put this financial…
“Day in the Life” RA Vlog: Residence Hall Events
Part of life in the residence halls is about “adding sparkle” into students’ lives. That’s what Cordelia Seil ’27 and others bring to residence hall life as Resident Assistants (RAs). Codelia says “I love the sense of community that I get to cultivate for my…

When Community is the Classroom
How do you want to make a difference? PLU students are about paying it forward, and you can see that core value lived out through “J-Term on the Hill” – a social work class that students from any major can take, as it can count…

Tips for Art & Design Scholarships
If you’re planning on majoring in Studio Art & Design and thinking about applying for one of PLU’s studio art & design scholarships (which range from $1,000-$7,500 per year), we’ve got some tips for you. You must be a Design or Studio Art major to…

Tips for Digital Media Scholarships
If you’re planning on majoring in Communication and thinking about applying for one of PLU’s digital media scholarships (which range from $1,000-$7,500 per year), we’ve got some tips for you. Digital media can include things like short- or long-form video/film (including documentary work), video or…

Tips for Dance Scholarship Auditions
If you’re a dancer and you’re planning on applying/auditioning for one of PLU’s dance scholarships (which range from $1,000-$7,500 per year), we’ve got some tips for you to apply and best prepare! You must be a dance minor to receive a dance scholarship Dance at…
“Day in the Life” Vlog: What it’s like to be a PLU Resident Assistant (RA)
What’s a Resident Assistant (RA) and why is it such an important role at PLU? Follow student Marlee Lawson as she takes you through a typical day as a RA! Here at PLU, Resident Assistants are key for creating a welcoming and connected community in…
A field trip…for coffee?
A PLU experience means more than just learning in the classroom. As part of an Economic Botany class (aka Biology 387), students visited Dillano’s, a local coffee roaster. One of the students on the field trip, Gracielle Osera, shares “The amount of precision, trial and…
You might be a Seeker if…
Are you someone who asks big questions? Seekers like you love to learn and move through life with an open mind. You enjoy thinking about purpose and the deeper meaning behind the things that you experience. Seekers appreciate a learning environment, whether that’s in classrooms…
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