Creator, Trailblazer, Seeker, Reformer – Which Are You?
At PLU, we’re proud to be a community of students, graduates, professors and staff who are creators , trailblazers , seekers , and reformers , unafraid to do things differently to care for others and work to make the world better. We’re all a unique…
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…
Mom, Student, Advocate — Zoneice Does It All
When Zoneice Grose ’25 graduated this spring, she didn’t just earn a degree — she showed her son, and herself, what’s possible. A first-generation college student, mom, and advocate for equity, Zoneice’s path to social work hasn’t always been clear, but it’s always been full…
Student-Athlete Carson Burke a Lifesaver on and off the Diamond
Three home runs. One saved life. PLU’s Carson Burke redefined what it means to be a hero on and off the diamond in under 72 hours. The junior delivered game-changing hits to win the weekend series against Northwest Conference rival Lewis & Clark College before…
We Ask, Students Answer: How did you find community at PLU?
We asked students how they found community on campus. Watch to see their answers!
Meet Senior (and Reformer!) Gracie Hansen
From a young age, senior Gracie Hansen ’25 felt a calling to help others. “I chose social work because I truly believe my purpose is to bring hope to the world and make a difference in people’s lives.” Gracie’s decision to attend PLU was instinctual.…
Meet PLU’s BSU: Co-Presidents of Black Student Union share about building community
Third-year students Taezha Watson and JaMae Clemons are excited to strengthen PLU’s Black Student Union. They have been a part of BSU and the Center for Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability (DJS) since their first semester in college. Now, they hold co-president positions in BSU and…
We Ask, Students Answer: What’s special about PLU?
We asked students around campus “What do you find special about PLU?” Watch to see how they answered!
Senior LeBron Smith applies his love of sports to the NCAA Division III Student Immersion Program
LeBron, a student-athlete with a business administration major and a communication minor , made it a priority to have out-of-classroom experiences during his time at PLU. Through support from PLU and a lot of hard work, LeBron was invited to participate in the NCAA Division…
Real Cases, Real Impact: Molly’s Internship with Pierce County Courts
With a passion for service and a drive to make the most of her time at PLU, Molly has taken advantage of numerous academic, experiential, and extracurricular opportunities. She captained the PLU Women’s Softball Team, led the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, and is graduating with…
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