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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…

January 15, 2025
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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…

January 13, 2025
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Major Minute Monday: Chemistry

Curious about what it’s like to major in Chemistry at PLU? In this quick video, Professor Andrea Munro breaks down the essentials of the program, from how PLU students have the opportunity to take part in research projects as part of their chemistry curriculum, to…

December 23, 2024
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What are the faith based opportunities on campus?

Students from all faith backgrounds and no faith backgrounds go to PLU. Throughout my time at PLU, I have seen how faith and spirituality are embraced on campus – if you want to practice or explore faith and/or spirituality, there are plenty of options! Our…

December 19, 2024
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Major Minute Monday: Theatre & Dance

Tom Smith , Chair of Theatre & Dance, shares why it’s a great time to study theatre and dance and why PLU is a great place for it. PLU Theatre & Dance Program Highlights: Cool opportunities. Each season the Theatre & Dance Department produces 4…

December 17, 2024
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Does PLU have a Neuroscience Program?

Are you interested in understanding how the brain works? Neuroscience is a fascinating field, and while PLU doesn’t offer a specific major in neuroscience, you can still explore this field through our Psychology and Biology programs. The Psychology program (PLU offers a major and minor…

December 10, 2024
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Major Minute Monday: Data Science

Learn about PLU’s new Data Science major in just one minute from Professor Jeff Caley!

December 3, 2024
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Major Minute Monday: Education

Curious about what it’s like to major in Education at PLU? In this quick video, Professor Paul Sutton breaks down the essentials of the program, from how PLU teachers to the hands-on opportunities our program creates for future teachers. Watch this one-minute video for insights…

November 25, 2024
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You Ask, We Answer: Do you have Marine Biology?

PLU does not offer a Marine Biology major. Instead, the PLU Biology Department offers general biology degrees (both a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts) to provide students with a strong foundation to specialize later in graduate school or out in the working…

November 15, 2024
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The FAFSA Isn’t Open Yet… But Here’s How You Can Prep for Financial Aid Season

If you’re in the middle of applying to colleges, chances are you’ve heard about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Filling out the FAFSA is one of the best ways to make sure colleges, including PLU, can put together a financial aid package…

November 11, 2024
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