
PLU Introduces Two New Majors: Biochemistry & Chemical Physics
Exciting news for students passionate about chemistry and its intersections with biology and physics – PLU now offers Biochemistry and Chemical Physics as standalone majors! Both programs have been available as concentrations within the Chemistry major for years, and now as degrees will provide students…
Major Minute Monday: Mathematics
As a student in PLU’s Mathematics Program, ancient principles merge seamlessly with cutting-edge techniques, equipping you with the skills needed to comprehend and contribute to the latest developments in mathematics and statistics. Every course will empower you with the knowledge and insights essential for success…

What it’s like to be a Business major
I am not a traditional business student. When I first transferred to PLU in the Fall of ‘23, my intention was to graduate with a Political Science degree. I genuinely had no plans to pursue a Business degree, as I didn’t know how it would…
Major Minute: English
So, … what can you do with an English major? Endless possibilities await! Proficiency in critical and creative reading and writing is crucial in today’s information-driven economy. An English major will equip you for any path that demands, effective communication, appreciation of diversity, and creative…

Communication Major at PLU — Student Perspective
Hey all! My name is Kateryna. I am second-year student at PLU, studying Strategic Communication and here’s everything I do in this field: I am on the Leadership Board for the Tour Guide Program. As a tour guide, I get to practice the true art…
Major Minute Monday: Psychology
Psychology professor Laura Shneidman spends one (major) minute describing the exciting opportunities and experiences psychology students have at PLU! Psychology Program Highlights: Choose between a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts (see requirements for both here ). Participate in Experiential Learning — a…
Major Minute Monday: Engineering
Physics professor Katrina Hay spends one (major) minute describing the strengths of the Dual-Degree Engineering Program at Pacific Lutheran University. PLU 3-2 Engineering Program Highlights: Combine a liberal arts education with study in engineering and earn two degrees in five years. Get a Bachelor of…
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…

Student Perspective: The International Honors Program at PLU
I squinted at the sun, wondering whether the grass underneath me was too wet, while the rest of my class settled down in a circle around the professor. It was the first (and, as we learned, the last) time that we convinced our International Honors…
Major Minute Monday: Music
Brian Galante , Music Professor and Department of Music Chair shares why it’s a great time to study music and why PLU is a great place to do so! PLU Music Program Highlights: Participate in ensembles regardless of your major. The total of 11 vocal…
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