You Ask, We Answer: Is campus welcoming to the LGBTQIA+ community?
The short answer to this question is yes, we are definitely welcoming to LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities . Here’s how: At PLU, ‘care’ is not a just a word in our mission statement, but a value we are committed to living out authentically. We recognize…
You Ask, We Answer: How do you match roommates?
At PLU, we pride ourselves on having an actual person make roommate assignments. Over the summer, our professional staff members carefully review all Student Roommate Questionnaires (part of the Housing Application) to create the best roommate matches. So, answer your questionnaire thoroughly and honestly! You…
You Ask, We Answer: Do I have to live on-campus?
We’re proud to offer on-campus housing to more than 1,300 students yearly, with nearly 72% of our first-year students choosing to live in the residence halls! If you’re wondering, “Do I have to live on campus?” while attending PLU, our answer is “Yes, unless…” PLU…
“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…
“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…
Life Behind the Scenes of The Mast, PLU Student-led Newspaper
This year, PLU’s student-led newspaper, The Mast , is celebrating its 100th anniversary, the age close to some of the most influential national college newspapers. We have a staff of 30 people, with 11 in upper management and the rest in the Reporters & Photographers…
PLU Scores 4.5 out of 5 on Campus Pride Index: What does that mean?
At PLU, we take pride in creating a campus that’s welcoming, inclusive, and truly reflects the diversity of our students. This year, our commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community is recognized with a 4.5 out of 5 stars score on the Campus Pride Index —an accomplishment…
New Learning Community: Outdoor Experience Community
Do you love the outdoors? This fall, we’re launching a brand-new Outdoor Experience Community , one of our many themed learning communities (LCs) on campus. When living on campus, students have the option of living in a hall with a learning community that fits their…
What’s in our room? With Jess Mason ’24
Join Portland native, Jess Mason for a tour of their room in Hong Hall. Hong Global Hall is for local, national, and international students. Located in the middle of upper campus, it is home to a unique living/learning community consisting of six language and global…
REWIND: Our Top 5 posts of 2023
In the dynamic realm of the internet, where hashtags reign supreme and viral moments unfold at the speed of a double-tap, staying in the loop is both an art and a necessity. We’ve curated a roundup of the top five most buzzworthy and unmissable Top…
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