Watch: Choir of the West “Section Songs!”
Choir of the West is PLU’s premier choral ensemble. We work hard to make music and play hard to build community. We have many experiences to have fun and bond with each other. For example, at the beginning of the year, we have a friendly…
You Ask, We Answer: What does spirituality look like at PLU?
You’re more than your major, your GPA, or your spot on the team. You’re a whole person. And at PLU, we believe that your spiritual life – however you define it – is a vital part of that whole. This belief in wholeness is rooted…
What are the differences between high school and college? PLU students weigh in.
Worried about the changes you might have when you start college? We went around campus to ask our fellow PLU students the differences between college and high school that they’ve experienced, and think their answers will help you get prepped for your own college transition!
Residence hall pride on full display at this year’s Community Cup
The Community Cup is a yearly tradition at PLU, when each residence hall competes in a multi-day event, testing spirit and skill. This year, students battled to determine which hall was the best at cornhole, various video games, and lip sync performances. The winner was…
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…
Ask the Expert: What’s something students are surprised to learn about PLU’s Recreation programs?
Many students are surprised by just how much PLU Recreation offers – not just for fun and fitness, but also for paid jobs , leadership development , and unique experiences . For example, Lutes can teach exercise classes, and PLU covers both their certification and…
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…
Ask the Expert: What’s the Difference between NCAA Division I, II & III?
If you’re thinking about playing a varsity sport in college (or like following college sports in general!), you’ve probably heard the terms NCAA Division I, NCAA Division II and NCAA Division III (PLU’s 18 varsity athletic teams are part of Division III, aka D3).; So,…
Mountain Hike with Outdoor Rec
It was the kind of morning that you only get a couple of times in fall at PNW: crisp fresh air, not a cloud in the sky, quiet. At 7:30 AM on Saturday, PLU campus was sleeping, but not us, ten students and two trip…
How to make the most of your college campus visit
You’ve been looking at colleges’ websites, finding schools that have your major, looking through emails they send you, their social media, YouTube, etc., and now you’re ready to see that school in-person! A visit is honestly one of the most important parts of your college search…
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