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You Ask, We Answer: How do I understand my financial aid offer(s)?

You’ve received your financial aid offer from PLU (and maybe some other schools?) and there’s a lot of info and terms that may be new to you and your family. What does it all mean? And how did PLU (and other universities) put this financial…

January 29, 2026
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A group of students from the J-Term on the Hill Class sit on scaffolding against a house being built with Habitat for Humanity. Below is graffiti on the unpainted house that reads 'Habitat for Humanity'.
Major Monday: Social Work students in their own words

Two PLU social work majors, Ciara I., who is about to graduate this spring, and Belen S. Z., who graduated just last year, answered questions about what it’s like to be a social work major at PLU. Wondering what social work includes? In the Department…

March 30, 2026
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What does it mean when PLU says it’s a place for people of all faiths and none?

For me, this phrase captures the heart of what PLU feels like: a place where you belong not because of what you believe, but because you’re willing to be curious, compassionate, and open to learning from others. Being “a place for people of all faiths…

March 26, 2026
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This or That: PLU Edition

March 24, 2026
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Major Monday: Business

PLU’s School of Business is among the nation’s most outstanding business schools, according to the Princeton Review . Hear from one of the School of Business’s distinguished professors, Dr. Somaye Nargesi.

March 23, 2026
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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…

March 20, 2026
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What’s in My Room? College Room Tour in Kreidler

Kindra shows you her room in Kreidler Hall! Kreidler is home to our Global Community . Within the Global Community, there are five sub-communities, including: Global Language & Culture Community International Honors Program (IHON) Community International Student Community LatinX Student Community

March 18, 2026
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New major alert! Earth & Environmental Science

If you’re passionate about how our planet works, climate change, natural disasters, or how humans impact the planet, PLU’s Earth & Environmental Science degree lets you study it all. This new major builds on our long-standing Earth Science and Environmental Studies programs, bringing the best…

March 17, 2026
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What’s in My Room? College Room Tour in Hinderlie

Jack shows you his room in Hinderlie Hall! Hinderlie is home to our Community of Creative Expression.  This community is great if you: Love the arts – dancing, paint, doodling, music, acting, writing, building, and more. Identify as a visual and/or performing artist. Are interested…

March 6, 2026
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PLU Clubs Alphabet: A-C

Watch this first video of the series to learn more about A PISA (Asian Pacific Islander Student Association), B SU (Black Student Union), and C ARE (Community Aid Relief and Education). This is a great opportunity to hear from current students and leaders about their…

March 5, 2026
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