Student Spotlight: Kinesiology major Haley Goto
Each spring and summer, PLU recognizes seniors from across campus – we reflect with them about their experiences, celebrate their accomplishments, and cheer them on as they make plans and take their next steps after graduating from PLU. In this 2026 student spotlight series, we’re…
Nationally ranked softball team has stellar season
Ranked #21 nationally, PLU finished the year with a Northwest Conference championship, NCAA Regional tournament appearance, Northwest Conference Player of the Year, Pitcher of the Year and Coach of the Year.
Throwback to Fall – Meet PLU’s Cross Country Team
If you’re in track and field and competing this season, you know that practices and competitions happen in ALL kinds of weather! Here’s a throwback to this fall, when our cross country team ran through a crazy rainy (and muddy!) day. Go Lutes! PLU NCAA…
The impact of playing DIII varsity athletics
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Hard work, drills, sweat, pep talks, and maybe even some dance moves…
You Ask, We Answer: What’s the Difference between Intramurals, Club Sports & Varsity Sports?
Thanks to Associate Athletic Director for Recreation Rob Thompson for helping us answer this question! There are plenty of ways to get active and involved in sports at PLU, whether you’re looking for competition, skill-building, or just some fun with friends. Here’s a breakdown of…
Major Monday: Business major Carmen Kiewert interns with J.P. Morgan
Carmen Kiewert is known around campus as one of the top performers on and off the field, with standout performances on the soccer pitch and making the most of opportunities off-campus with an internship (and upcoming job!) at J.P. Morgan. In this Q&A, we asked…
Congrats to the Volleyball Team!
PLU’s volleyball team dominated this fall. They won the Northwest Conference Championship for the second time in three years to move on to the NCAA Division III national tournament (their 14th appearance in the tournament!). Go Lutes! PLU NCAA Division III Athletics Interested in playing…
You Ask, We Answer: How is playing a college varsity different from playing a high school varsity sport?
Playing an NCAA Division III varsity sport at PLU differs from playing a high school varsity sport immensely. From the level of athletic opportunity to the overall lifestyle shift, DIII athletics creates an environment that is rich in growth both on and off the field…
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